As my husband and I made
our way home after a trip to Chilliwack last week, we spotted a dazzling field
of tulips field off to our right. Mike turned in automatically, knowing this
was our kind of stop and was surprised when I objected in a most
uncharacteristic way.
It was actually more of a
whine than a polite demurral. The long day had been scalding hot, I was thirsty beyond measure and was dismayed to see literally
hundreds of people on the property to navigate through, many of them also drooping
in the blistering temperatures with no shade in sight.
Throw in ten acres to
explore, and what would thrill me on a cool day, seemed daunting to the
extreme.
Of course, my spirit of artistic adventure knew better
and kicked into overdrive. I should have known I could never resist this photo op..impossible
to pass the chance by.
Unfortunately, I got no
brilliant shots like the panoramic vistas of tulips I've seen so often in
magazines. My efforts were lack-luster at best, and it was difficult to get a
wide shot as every row seemed to be peppered with people and their selfie sticks!
Being one who dislikes having her picture taken, this is a trend I will never understand...
In the end, I lasted for
an hour, and got a few good shots, after which we scurried off to the nearest
Dairy Queen for beautifully chilled milkshakes. Though seriously dehydrated and
a little sunburned, I was glad my instincts had not allowed me to wimp out.
I will look for this event next year, but will bring my own water and snacks in case the organizers still don`t realize they could as much money having a snack booth as selling flowers!
