Friday, June 01, 2007

Staff Retreat

We left for Vancouver Island on Monday for our staff retreat. WOW! I was amazed by the beautiful scenery, the bonding moments amoung the staff and the wonderful hospitality of the Hamm's. They treated us to delicious meals, a beautiful cottage and a ride on their 64 foot yacht to Salt Spring Island. Absolutely amazing. Spent time at Buchart Gardens (which I haven't been to since I was 12).
The Hamm's flew most of us out their on their personal jet.This is the view from their patio. You cannot see where the swimming pool ends and the salt water begins. BEAUTIFUL!Here is a pic of the cottage. If only you could see each of the rooms. Great place for a retreat. Five foot grand piano in the living room, overlooking the water.I didn't sleep at the cottage. Myself and the Burns (can you spot them on the yacht?), stayed on their 64 ft yacht. Poor us. :) Totally amazing! 3 bedrooms, kitchen, living room and more. I was laughing because I was blown away by how incredible this was.This was my room.Here am I driving the yacht...which was very cool. Lots of instruments for navigation. We went to Ganges on Salt Spring Island. Quaint little town.
Also went to world reknown Buchart Gardens.
I stood on these rocks when I was 12. Should find that picture.
Gail found a plant that wasn't fully planted and decided to help the little one out. Thanks Gail!