I’m in Vancouver, BC, this week for a work trip.

It’s my first time here, and telling others that I was headed to Vancouver prompted wistful comments like, “Awwww, Vancouver. I LOVE Vancouver! It’s so beautiful”

Five minutes after arrival, I totally got it. I Love Vancouver.

Check out the view from my hotel room:

About every ten minutes a seaplane takes off. Ok, that is totally cool.

Since the conference doesn’t start in earnest until tomorrow, I had most of the afternoon to myself and headed out for a run.

Stanley Park is right by my hotel and there is an awesome 8 km route along a seawall:

The views were stunning:

Check out the seaplane!

The path was flat and fast. Temps were in the 40s, which was perfect for running. (A super hot shower felt pretty great once I got back to the hotel, though).

As always, I am so grateful to be able to run. Great afternoon in Vancouver.

One last view at twilight: