Today was lots of fun. We stopped into the Harley dealership to rent a couple of hogs but they did not have any available so we went down the street and rented a scooter and a scootercar for the half day instead.
We buzzed around town a bit and then headed off along the scenic west side of Lake George up to Bolton’s Landing for an outdoor lunch and lemonade at Frank’s Roadside Patio. We’re now back at the hotel enjoying a pitcher of Margaritas and a swim.
Today was a beautiful day as Tom and I toured the village of Lake George. We walked the promenade along the marina to check out the boats and watch the paddle wheel and steam ships come and go. The main street is called Canada Street and yes it has its share of emporiums and fudge shops. I am very proud to say we were able to resist the temptation of buying an ice cone but caved in to ordering raw oysters on the 1/2 shell and a couple glasses of Bear Naked Ale… yum! There was a live orchestra playing big band swing music at the band shell this evening that drew us in to sit a spell and tap our feet. This really is a vacation spot that appeals to every age group.
Tom and I are in Lake George New York right now. On a spur of the moment we hopped in the truck and headed east. Laura decided to stay home and cat sit.
We entered into the States at the Queenston-Lewiston Bridge which ended up being a poor choice. What a bummer – there was a two hour holdup on the bridge so that cut into our driving time. Thank goodness we had made a pit stop and gassed up on the Canadian side. We did get a good look at the Niagara River gorge and the hydro plant though! Continue reading
There is a new spa in Chatham called Radiance and Jackie arranged and treated me to a wonderful mother-daughter head to toe Spa Day. Neither of us had ever done anything like this before so we tried it all. It truely was a day of pampering! Continue reading
I suggested to Tom that we venture off on an Easter road trip this year so to coin the slogan by Marshall Field, “Give the lady what she wants” we set off Friday and headed towards Chicago Illinois. Continue reading
Oh what a beautiful spring day in Chatham today. The weather got up to 26ºC, the sun was shining bright, and we could leave our winter coats in the closet. Tom was in his glory as he set out on his motorcycle for an inaugural 2007 spring ride around Kent County. I went to town and had lunch and spent the day with my friend Debbie. Laura went to visit Jason and walk his dog Odie. Even though we ended up going our separate ways today, we all had great fun.
On Saturday morning we got a message from our friend Tom T that the Tundra Swans were back from their short stay down south. They spent the night on Rondeau Bay and had moved up to a field on the Mull Side Road. Tom and I set out on a road trip to check out the flock. Tom had his zoom lens on his camera and got some pretty good shots of these regal birds. I goofed and got some good shots of the top of the truck’s sunroof. :blush: Continue reading
When the school bell rang at 3:00 o’clock on March the 9th I cheered. The March Break had finally arrived! Ahhh, now for a relaxing week! I hope everyone can find some time to unwind, some sun and some time to have fun.
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Laura and I were welcomed at the airport with royal waves and smiles by Mo and Jo. Our visit was short as we made the car exchange, then Laura and I were off to tackle traffic across the Burrard Street Bridge to Horseshoe Bay. David had given us great directions and we did a little sightseeing along the way. We caught the 3:30 ferry and found ourselves crossing the Salish Seas with blue skies and calm waters towards paradise! Continue reading
On Canada Day Laura and I went to Tecumseh Park to have lunch, take in the entertainment and watch the dragon boat races. We dawned our official red and white colours and lined our lawn chairs along King Street at Kornackers. Lots of teacher friends gathered there as well to enjoy the Canada Day Parade. The parade began at the Courthouse on Grand Ave., and continued down Lacroix and King Streets to Tecumseh Park. The parade featured local celebrities, including Fergie Jenkins, Diane Gagner, Dave Vankesteren and Pat Hoy. The curbside kids young and old seemed to enjoy the EZE Riders, who squirted water at them as they drove past. Continue reading
