Luckily the weather was better in Victoria, even sunny in the morning. Visited St. Ann, just a block east of downtown traffic. A Catholic girls school and convent from 1858, predating the establishment of the city of Victoria, to 1973. It currently houses a museum and government offices. Small and pleasant ground. A relatively untamed park, Beacon Hill to the south, makes a good place for a picnic (I saw some broken glasses). I chatted with a French lady at Anglican Christ Church Cathedral. She's very proud of the highest church tower in Canada. Nice stainless glass windows. St. Andrew (1892) also has very elaborate stainless glass.
After a tasty lunch (recommended by a stranger) at Pagliacci, headed over to the Governor's residence. It's about a mile east in a fine neighborhood with fancy private houses. Meticulously planted and cared-for ground, open to public (with a restroom). Up on a hill, it offers fine view of the harbor and the ocean. Maybe on a clear day, you can see Olympic mountains.Black Friday 11.27. Macy's parade on 4th ave. 9am - 11am. Not bad, a lot of people. Instead of catching up with his peer, a dog decided to poop right in front of the parade judge. At 5pm, Seattle Men's Chorus and Women's Chorus performed on the 3rd floor balcony of Westlake Center, followed by light of the star and a small fireworks on top of Macy's roof. Again, a large crowd, and the police was happy to shuffle people around.
Sunday. Marathon (I didn't do it). Both full and half. Even there is a Marathon Walk. Seems well organized. The recovery room has medical support and chiropractical sessions.
