Tuesday evening, Lloyd and I met up with the Van Gaals and their daughter Meghan at the beach. We
By the time we arrived, the folks who had been there all day were leaving so parking wasn't an issue. Lloyd left a little earlier than the rest of us, but once the sun went behind the few clouds that were hanging around, there was a noticeable drop in temperature. So we decided to call it a day and headed for home. It was the first real opportunity we've had to enjoy an evening at the beach. While we were eating Brenda commented on the fact it wasn't lobster rolls and that got me to thinking. One of our last trips to the beach was during lobster season and when I checked back it was on June 30th last year. What a difference this year! But perhaps we'll still be able to make trips to the beach in October?? Time will tell!
The rest of the week was pretty quiet. Friday was a vacation day for me so Brenda and I took advantage of the opportunity to venture downtown for a little stroll along the waterfront on Thursday evening. We started with some ice cream then after touring around and discovering some new activities, we explored the little shops at Peakes Quay. Most were closing by the time we finished so we ended our evening with a beverage and a snack on an outdoor patio on Victoria Row. A great way to start the long weekend.
Friday morning Lloyd and I started into stacking wood into the woodshed. He hadn't been feeling too great so called in sick Thursday evening but after a good nights sleep and some drugs, he was a bit improved in the morning. So we worked away at the pile until around lunch time. By then it was getting very warm and we were both starting to fade from the heat. After a shower and clean clothes, it was time to take the tiny convertible for a spin up to St. Peter's for ice cream. Before we got to our destination we changed course a little bit and and wound up in Souris, for some lunch first. Before heading back to St. Peter's for the previously mentioned ice cream. we took a side trip over to the Inn at Bay Fortune to check out the new renovations.
What a gorgeous spot! I can't wait to have dinner there some time. They are booked up through most of September and will be closing for the winter, so we may have to wait till next summer. But I strongly suspect it will be worth the wait! The kitchen that has been built there is really a sight to behold and the vegetable gardens out back are absolutely gorgeous. They've really done a spectacular job with the place.
After a stop for ice cream we headed home and relaxed for the rest of the evening as Lloyd had to go to work later.
Saturday morning the VanGaals put out a call for assistance. Bernie and the boys were working on putting the new tarp on the barn - not an easy task. So after coming home and changing, he went over to help out while I finished stacking up the last of the wood. Such a great feeling to get that job out of the way.
When I was done I headed over to see if there was anything I could do to be of assistance. Other than picking up a few things and help carrying some refreshments to the hardworking guys, there really wasn't that much that I could do. So I headed home to finish cutting the grass, that Lloyd had mostly finished earlier in the week. Once he got home, it was off for a nap as he'd not slept since getting home. That was pretty much it for the day. We spent a noisy night, with intense rain, and loud thunder and lightening well into the night. A little past midnight the power went out and was off for some time.
Sunday was a quiet day as well. Lloyd worked out in the garage and I did a few odd jobs around the house. I had purchased a picture frame at Michaels that was originally intended for graduation photos but with a bit of imagination, it worked perfectly for Meghan's recital photos.
Brenda and I had hoped to get a drive in but the weather wasn't really cooperating. It did clear up somewhat later on and we attended the Strawberry Social at the Rec Centre. Strawberries and more ice cream made for a pleasant afternoon.
After a quick supper Lloyd and I were off to town to see 'Anne and Gilbert'. What a treat! It was an excellent production and we both really enjoyed it. What a great way to top off a very productive and enjoyable weekend.
Monday was a bit drizzly as I loaded the dog into my car and dropped him off for a Spa Day. Needless to day, he looks quite sleek and will probably be much cooler without all that fur.
One last note: Friday morning I opened up my email to find a email message advising that Sir Paul is doing a North American Tour, with the first date being Saturday, October 17th at the Air Canada Centre in ..............................TORONTO!!!!! I went online Monday morning when limited advance tickets went on sale so I'M GOING TO SEE PAUL McCARTNEY --- AND SO IS JAMES! I'm very excited to be taking him to see a real Beatle perform those songs live. Not too many kids of his generation will be able to say that in years to come.
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