Electric Window

been forevvvvvvvver since posting on Electric Window
why?
hmmmm
let's say I have not been stopped by a window that ...well, made me stop : )
perhaps not entirely true, but this new florist is opening sometime (not sure when) near Fort & Cook near Black & White
Love simple and pretty...always stops me!

Every season this LEAVES me perplexed...
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Why when mother nature LEAVES us so many beautiful gifts on the ground, do I see fake leaves in shop windows.
I'm so much more drawn to the real deal....
Just an observation as I wander the windows...still!

A window evoking heavy emotion (for me).
Paul Archer artist, I would expect nothing less.

G L E E + D E L I G H T

It has been 'some time' I have felt inspired to use such words.
With glee + delight, I share with you a new shop view on upper Fort Street.
Welcome !!! MONA Consignment to the hood.
Pop by and meet MONA partner, Deanna.
The fab shop window lured me in, naturally!
It's a friendly place with a friendly face....

Dreamy desert days and dreamier desert nights. Here!! How long can this last...? Smart retailers stay consistent with visual effort in their window display. I realize the retail landscape has changed forever - however if you still have a storefront, heck use it to your advantage. I have seen many merchants that continue to visually message (hello chalk boards), and create some really unique vignettes, in keeping with our new norm. I have repeated, many times (broken record), a window can always WORK for us, like staff! Hello sweet Folk Apparel shop up on Fort Street, bet your cactus likes this temp!

Ohhh Lil. She is feeling her Monday boldness and stripes! How much is that doggie in the window? P.s. the only thing that fits her 😉 Plenty Center.

Cook Street bright'n bloom'in. Things are sunny along upper Cook in North Park. The window at Cook Street and Bay Street Castle is look'in fine and makes an impact. How cheerful. Way to shine, (again), Castle folks!

hello sweet window vignette. Feels like an inside-outside 'welcome mat'. One more reason to stroll Cook St Village this weekend. We seem to be slowly but surely out'n about. Responsibly. Visit the welcoming Village folk that make this village cook! Window shop, shop, sip, snack, or 😉 on your S T A Y C A T I O N - right?!
We could live in worse places while staying put. Like the window reads: 💗where you live!
- Surroundings
- Kay's Korner
- The Collective Wine Bar & Kitchen
- Pizzeria Prima Strada
- The Hot and Cold Cafe
- Seaberry Garden & Flower
- Moka House Cook Street Village

SO many more, worth a mention - you know'em, come visit'em! 🌞

My rainy day window pals make me smile. A piggy and a peony. I was given the ceramic piggy by a friend and this stunner peony I was gifted the other day, while up at B.C. Government House. Thank you Donalda. FYI - they sell 2 sizes of bouquets - (out back near the tea room). Also, plant sales, just in case you were unaware. AND the multi-colored iris, in stunning full bloom. There is a mass of them on the path close by. Just reminding, in case you need a little beauty in your days - amidst the backdrop of so much chaos.

WRAPPING up the week. Does anyone else consider the day of the week right now? 🙃 Took a pup stroll way up Fort Street. Went as far as the junction, sorta. The junction of good things that leads to more. The window of Pocket Clothing is always random + lively. Full of eclectic goods, + bohemian clothing. It makes a statement + creates a spirit about who they are - which is the whole point. Love shops still giving us the eye candy while we are out'n about. It feels hopeful.

B E A U T Y (+ ) B A L A N C E (yes windows too) !
Walk. Anywhere.
Is it me, or is there a new found curiosity walking your neighbourhood? I am that much more 'feeling' my settings. Seeing simply. Seeing differently. Walking streets alone, offer me many benefits. Beauty and balance just the beginning. Fairfield: Vancouver Street near Southgate I think it was. 😉