Here are three things I learned before 8 a.m. but I could not announce to the world, because the power on Bowen Island is off. And, if you are reading this — it came back on!

1. PANTONE 18-3224 Radiant Orchid is the colour of the year.

2. Numinous
(adj.) describing an experience that makes you fearful yet fascinated, awed yet attracted—the powerful, personal feeling of being overwhelmed and inspired
Pronunciation ‘nU-mi-nus

3. It snowed on Quadra Island this morning.