I drove by the Deer island INN twice before seeing the sign. I was glad there was no traffic behind me as I hit the brakes for a sharp turn into the driveway of the beautifully restored Victorian home. With my overnight bag in my hand I walked up the front steps under a grapevine... Continue Reading →
Deer Island, New Brunswick, Canada Part 1.
L'EteteLords Cove Road I have been pushing the speed limit for the last fifteen minutes. I finally round the last turn, coast down the rise in the road and bottom-out at the ramp. The lady on the deck of the deerisland ferry waves me forward and I slip into the last spot available. The gate... Continue Reading →
Lest We Forget-2020
Always thankful for your service. A dedication to the men and women of the Canadian Armed Forces that gave their lives, so I could be free. Just a few of the Cenotaphs' I stopped at during my 2020 travels. Cabot Trail, Cape Breton Chipman, NB Yarmouth, Nova Scotia Luneburg Nova Scotia Oromocto, New Brunswick
The Ovens, Nova Scotia
I have a memory of an overnight camping trip my family took to a nature park/campground, called The Ovens, when I was between the ages of three and six. I remember two events: my mother's voice warning me to be careful while I followed my sister out on a rocky beach to pick up driftwood,... Continue Reading →
Shag Harbour, Nova Scotia
I am a Star Trek fan, not just the original series but The Next Generation, Voyageur, Deep Space Nine (probably my least favourite, I hate the Ferengi) Enterprise, Discovery, Picard, Star Trek shorts, all the movies. I also love Star Wars - all of the futuristic space shows, Andromeda, Dr. Who... heck I even love... Continue Reading →