Colony Farm Regional Park, Coquitlam, BC, Canada

Colony Farm Regional Park in
Coquitlam, BC, is a true
balm for the senses.
It's always a pleasure
to visit her in any weather,
in any season, at any time
of the day. There is life
going on with the
local flora and fauna, and
if you take your time and look
at the small things, you
can spend a few happy hours
just ooohhh-ing and awwww-ing
at the variety of wildflowers that
grow along the trails.

I like the small things.
It makes me appreciate being
human. If something that small
can be so perfect, then there's
hope for the rest of us yet!

Maquabeak Park, Coquitlam, B.C. Canada

Maquabeak Park is situated on the north bank of
the Fraser River, off Burbidge Street, off of
United Boulevard in Coquitlam, B.C.
There is free boat launching, and many
Coquitlam residents come here to fish, bike or
walk away a
sunny, lazy afternoon.

The area has a spectacular view of the Fraser River,
and is dedicated to
Dorothy Macquabeak Francis (1912-1990).
Dorothy was an aboriginal Canadian
who worked for over 50 years to
help preserve the culture and
spirituality of her people.
Dorothy was given the
Order of Canada
on January 11, 1978.

If the area does not put you in awe,
Dorothy's lifelong pursuit to
preserve her individuality does.
A beautiful spot for a
reminder of this beautiful woman.