Friday, June 27, 2014
Beach time
Looking forward to beach time - Mavillette beach time.
First though we will enjoy the city for a full week!
Love
CA
Fog and Rain on my arrival in Halifax
Hard to tell but this photo is from my hotel room - I have a lovely view of the Halifax Harbour but you will have to take my word for it today.
I drove from Middleton to Kentville and had breakfast with Linda before venturing back out in the storm. So much fog I could not see the Exit signs in Halifax - made it after a stop and lovely visit with Doreen Foss.
Today, Friday, the rain is still with us. I don't mind a slow day though - a good book to read, a view and the quiet - good company.
Love
CA
I drove from Middleton to Kentville and had breakfast with Linda before venturing back out in the storm. So much fog I could not see the Exit signs in Halifax - made it after a stop and lovely visit with Doreen Foss.
Today, Friday, the rain is still with us. I don't mind a slow day though - a good book to read, a view and the quiet - good company.
Love
CA
Margaretsville NS
They say you can't go back and I guess if you expect things to be the same that expression might be true.
Margaretsville was once a hub of activity on a Sunday afternoon. Walking on the wharf, eating homemade ice cream and sitting on the huge rocks....today, not so much.
The wharf is no longer maintained so you enjoy it at your own risk, the ice cream is no long home made and only available for a couple of hours on Sunday.
However the rocks are still there! Phyllis and I walked down memory lane and loved it. The Artist Shop is alive and well and I always try to shop there - great to support the local artists.
Love
CA
Next stop - Middleton
I grew up in Wilmot and attended MRHS in Middleton so have many friends there and fond memories too.
Bunked in with Tony and Phyllis Pedicelli where the meals were out of this world and the friendships a joy! Stayed with them from June 23 - 26th.
love
CA
Room with a View
I move in to Chris and Connie's sun room in Bridgewater and you can see the beautiful view I have from my bed. It is stunning and such a treat to stay there.
We had great weather and enjoyed our visit.
Love
CA
1906kms...done!
Yorkville Avenue
Very confusing for friends who came to visit. A movie is in the works and both Yorkville at Bay and Cumberland at Bay intersections have changed names for the shoot. Funny but confusing.
Love
CA
Saturday, June 14, 2014
Here comes summer..
I will be heading to Nova Scotia very soon...well.... in a few days. My sister Connie is flying up from NS and she will drove home with me. I hope to spend time in Bridgewater, Middleton, Kentville, Mavillette, Halifax and all points in between.
I may even make a fast trip to PEI but that may have to wait.
So many friends to see, so many beautiful places to relax, like Mavillette Beach in Cape St. Mary. I can't wait.
I will be on Facebook and Twitter but not sure I will be back here for a few weeks. Something has to change or it's not vacation so my posts won't be as regular. You are okay with that yes?
Love
Carol Ann
PS ... and you have a wonderful summer too!!
The death of the Telephone Booth
My granddaughter is three years of age. Recently she saw this photo and immediately said, "What IS this Nana?"
Not part of her world at all...
Ah, the memories.
Love
CA
Not part of her world at all...
Ah, the memories.
Love
CA
Thursday, June 12, 2014
Throwback Thursday
Wilmot Nova Scotia, circa 1963/64 walking to my neighbours' the Whites' to catch a drive with George to MRHS for the school day.
Love
CA
Tuesday, June 10, 2014
Maya and Lexi
"We may encounter many defeats but we must not be defeated." Maya Angelou.
"I can climb up by myself." Lexi.
Sunday, June 8, 2014
Saturday, June 7, 2014
Favourite Quotes
Maya Angelou will be laid to rest today. In honour of Maya and all that she left for us to think about, this is another of her best known quotes. "When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time."
Enjoy your weekend everyone.
Love
CA
Friday, June 6, 2014
Bell Logistics circa 1994
Sam, Judy, JC and I had our annual luncheon yesterday here in Yorkville. We were working together when I retired from Bell in 1994 and now we work very hard to ensure we find time to meet at least once a year. We talk about Bell, friends, family, kids, grandkids and so much more.
Friendships are so important don't you think?
Love
Carol Ann
Prayers for Moncton
We know so little about mental illness.
Prayers for all those affected by the senseless shooting in Moncton including the shooter and his family. This man is someone's son. I cannot imagine what his mother and father are experiencing right now.
Thursday, June 5, 2014
Second quote from Maya Angelou
Of the best-known quotes of Maya Angelou, my second most favourite is -
"If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude."
Love
Carol Ann
Tuesday, June 3, 2014
Early morning coffee
You may be too young to remember the song?
It is a rainy early Tuesday morning in Toronto. One of those days you want to stay inside. I have an appointment early this morning so I am off and running...before my first cup of coffee.
Have a gentle day.
Love
Carol Ann
Monday, June 2, 2014
Don't Push A Loyal Friend too far....
Recently, this has happened to me in reverse.
A friend pushed and pushed and pushed - too much - and finally I realized I simply can't help. It isn't a case of not giving a damn but rather a case of realizing I am not the one who can help them.
First, they have to realize they need help. Then, of course, they have to want it.
Love
CA
Sunday, June 1, 2014
So Many Quotes from Maya Angelou
Maya Angelou left so many words of wisdom for each and every one of us.
This is a great quote and one that we can all share with the next generation, and the next.
Love
CA
Championship Game!
There are no losers when you play in the championship game. Jalen and his team played their hearts out and enjoyed every second of the weekend. Jalen is a gifted athlete just like his dad and grand dad.
Love
CA
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