Okanagan Lake/Wine Country

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Wine Country Kelowna has vineyards next to the lake and views that are made for a glass of wine and plate of cheese. After being in town for 5 days, I had to admit that I hadn't bothered to drive the extra 5 minutes to look at the natural beauty of Kelowna. You don't see this view from the main road, that's blocked by building and billboard.
The snow has started leaving us with the recent heat. Thunderstorms are starting now in the hills and may or may not reach the town. Friday at 6:00 pm. I think the wine is ready.

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