Cyclists are pretty familiar with cycle paths or lanes that deadend. But car-centrism also includes sidewalks that disappear.

I walked about 2 miles and in that time I had to cross back and forth across the street several times because sidewalk was only on one side of the street and it was somewhat random which side would have it

There usually were not crosswalks where wheelchair users/peds were forced to cross and this in a neighborhood where many have gigantic trucks #CarCentrism #Abbotsford

On the way back from my walk, I saw in the distance two young children riding bikes with training wheels on the narrow sidewalk (it's a car-centric neighborhood), with a grand/parent behind them.

The young child in front appeared to be staring at me and I wondered why.

It turned out he was looking at a young child riding in the street on the wrong side, watched over by a parent behind them on a bike.

As we all passed, I said, "it's like Critical Mass #Abbotsford!"

*I blame Sir Walter Scott. #genrenovelist #tourism #museumeconomy #Britain #folklore #heritage #Abbotsford *I could blame Margaret Cavendish Duchess of Newcastle because she was a duchess with a new castle

RE: https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:6j3pievmgejaw7mihzffeap4/post/3llyactjr622e

Aviation weather for Abbotsford airport (Canada) is “CYXX 300900Z 23006KT 15SM BKN043 OVC062 08/05 A3022 RMK SC5SC3 SLP236” : See what it means on https://www.bigorre.org/aero/meteo/cyxx/en #abbotsford #canada #abbotsfordairport #cyxx #yxx #metar #aviation #aviationweather vl

The party I was hoping to vote for appointed a real estate agent as their candidate in my riding.

Sigh... #Abbotsford whyyyyyy?

#Abbotsford - Brewery proposed for EcoFarm property in Abbotsford https://buff.ly/3QxpNPU

A new report from the #Canadian Chamber of Commerce has ranked 41 census metropolitan areas on their vulnerability to U.S. tariffs– and #Abbotsford - Mission trumps the rest of B.C. at 15th place in the country.

According to the Chamber, 330 exporters trade from Abbotsford to the United States, and 90.7 per cent of the border city’s total goods are typically bound for its southern neighbour.

https://fraservalleytoday.ca/2025/02/15/canadian-chamber-ranks-abbotsford-mission-as-most-tariff-exposed-city-in-british-columbia/

YarraBUG Jan 2025 Newsletter, hey it's a new year let's go

Announcing: @CriticalMassMelb Yarra Fri 31 Jan
Petition: Yarra Council: Don't risk our safety - tell council not to remove safe cycling lanes
Call out for support & volunteers

https://us8.campaign-archive.com/?u=98353edfe14ed5b9ac6e619dd&id=1fad37fc6d
https://form.jotform.com/yarrabike/yarra-council-dont-risk-our-safety

Taken this day, 2015, the Abbotsford pub at night https://www.flickr.com/photos/woolamaloo_gazette/23444296513/

Cat adoption event, Abbotsford BC

Hey you do have five-ten minutes?

Shaping a better Yarra together - Council Plan 2025-29

It's really easy to fill in too!

Consultation open to 9am, Monday 16 December 2024

https://yoursayyarra.com.au/councilplan2529

For over two decades, Yarra has been one of naarm Melbourne's best areas to walk & ride. A newly elected conservative Yarra council is eyeing up removing vital infrastructure

Get involved to keep our streets safe & support your right to move safely> https://www.yarrabug.org/yarra-for-safer-streets/

#ukcountrypic #photography #Scotland #ScottishBorders #Abbotsford

Back in time to June 2019.....

The gardens surrounding Abbotsford are beautifully landscaped, featuring terraces, lawns, and woodland walks that overlook the River Tweed. These grounds reflect Scott’s love of nature and his belief in creating harmony between the natural and built environments.

Abbotsford is a must-visit for fans of literature, history, and Scottish heritage. Its blend of personal story, literary legacy, and architectural splendor makes it a unique destination.

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#ukcountrypic #photography #Scotland #ScottishBorders #Abbotsford

Back in time to June 2019.....
Inside the house, you’ll find an impressive collection of artifacts, including: Rare books and manuscripts from Scott’s vast library. Historic weapons, suits of armor, and other curiosities. Personal items that belonged to Scott and inspired his storytelling.

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#ukcountrypic #photography #Scotland #ScottishBorders #Abbotsford

Back in time to June 2019.....

Abbotsford is a historic house located near Melrose in the Scottish Borders. It was the home of Sir Walter Scott, one of Scotland’s most famous writers, who is celebrated for works such as Ivanhoe, Rob Roy, and The Lady of the Lake. Abbotsford is not just a home but a reflection of Scott’s creative vision, personal tastes, and deep love for Scottish culture and history.

Abbotsford was designed by Scott himself, blending Gothic, Baronial, and Tudor styles. The house is a masterpiece of 19th-century Romantic architecture, featuring crow-stepped gables, turrets, and intricate detailing inspired by medieval and historical Scotland.

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A cold front slowly pushing the last of the atmospheric river out of the lower mainland.
Only 10°C at #Vancouver #YVR while #Abbotsford #YXX still sits at 16°C

CASAG - Super-Res Reflectivity 1 15:23 #wawx #BCStorm #BCStormWatch #BCwx #AtmosphericRiver

Unofficial #LowerMainland #BC Rain Totals for 18 Oct 2024 as the first impulse of rain associated w/ an atmospheric river eases

22.1mm #Agassiz
25.0mm #WhiteRock
31.7mm #Abbotsford - #YXX
34.2mm #Vancouver - #YVR
40.3mm #PittMeadows
42.1mm #Squamish

#BCwx #BCstorm #BCstormwatch

CASAG - Super-Res Reflectivity 1 00:23