The last time we were together we had just left Nova Scotia.  We made our way back through New Brunswick and into Maine to Bar Harbor.  Beautiful campground with plenty of space for us.  We literally could have parked another 36 foot motor home and a car with us in the site we had.  We went to Acadia National Park and walked around Bar Harbor one day and then went the next day to South Harbor.  Spent some time in the shops in Bar Harbor and had a nice lunch in South Harbor.  I did very little cooking while we were there.  We did manage to have some kind of chowder every day.  Have to say my favorite was the first night and Jack's was the next day.  Two different ways to fix it but mine was the best.  L.L. Bean had an outlet and Mr Sheller decided we needed to go there.  Now you all know how much Jack likes to shop - NOT!!  L. L. Bean and Eddie Bower call to him.  This time L.L. Bean called loud and clear!  We were in Bar Harbor area for the Labor Day weekend and left on Tuesday to make our way to NJ and family time.
We stopped one night in Massachusetts and the next night in West Point  We were able to stay in the Family Camp on West Point and decided to unhook the car and check out West Point.  What a beautiful area.  We saw the Golden Knights practicing jumping from a helicopter and walked around the campus.  So lovely and what a view.  I will share when Jack puts the pictures on the computer.
We left the next morning and made our way to Lumberton and Dotsie's driveway.  We had a great time visiting and seeing family and friends.  I was able to get a haircut thanks to Marie who was good enough to fit me in.  We spent Saturday evening with my cousins and my aunt.  John and Shawn you always make us feel so welcome and loved.  Better be careful or we won't go home!!  Shawn, I loved hearing and learning about all you have found out on Ancestry.  Jack and I need to get back to working on that.
Aunt Betty you are there for all of us.  Bet you never thought you would go from 3 children to about 15!!!  We all rely on you to be mother, father, aunt and friend.  Thanks!!
Spent all day Sunday with my niece and nephews and that was a highlight.  We had such a good time and I always hate to leave.  You all never make us feel like we have missed so much time with you all but we know we did.  Didn't get to see any of the Sheller side.  We were going to but then we had a toilet mishap and had to cancel.  We are coming back in the spring and will make up for lost time. 
I know you all are wondering about the toilet mishap.  Had a leak and Jack replaced it for Dotsie. 
Thanks Dotsie for always saying yes when we head your way.  You make us feel at home and so very welcome..  We love you! 
Well, next time I will fill you in on our trip south.  Lot's to tell you.

NOVA SCOTIA

We left Nova Scotia over a week ago and I have been trying to think of ways to tell you all how much fun we had, how beautiful it is and how grateful we are to Steve and Brenda for all they did for us.  

We arrived on a Saturday afternoon and got settled. This campground is right on the Annapolis River and the weather was sunny and just a bit warm.  Steve and Brenda had a corn roast with hot dogs for us so I didn't even have to cook.  Matter of fact we didn't cook too much the entire visit.  Sunday was a day of rest for us and then Monday we went sight seeing.  Steve and Brenda spent three days driving us all around Nova Scotia.  We saw so many beautiful sights.  We saw the oldest Wooden Church, the beautiful concrete church that was scored to look like blocks.   We went along all the little fishing villages and saw the Digby Gut.  We saw lobster boats and the village of Lunenburg, an UNESCO Heritage Site.   While in Lunenburg we visited the Museum and took a horse drawn carriage ride.  Happily paid for this sightseeing tour because it looked like a lot of fun but also because the streets went straight up from the waterfront.  We went to Halls Harbor and were able to walk on the ocean floor as the tide was out.  This is a 43 foot tide change and it is really amazing.  We have pictures and if I can figure out how to put them in I will add one of Jack next to the dock and you can see the water mark way above his head.

Thursday, Friday and Saturday we were on our own as Steve and Brenda had to decorate the Haunted House they do for the campground for their Halloween Party.  We visited the fort and the oldest house and boarding house in the town of Annapolis Royal.  Walked around and really enjoyed the area.  The people of Nova Scotia are so friendly and happy to help.  

Now let me tell you about the Haunted House.  Holy Cow was it fun.  We waited in line for a good hour on Saturday night.  It was so worth it.  I was laughing and holding on to Jack for dear life.  I think I jumped and yelled all the way through.  It is amazing was a lot of creativity and hard work can do.  Needless to say the Haunted House was a huge success!!!!

 Monday we were so very lucky to go on a whale watching tour.  We saw dolphins, humpback whales, seals, puffins and beautiful shorelines on the Bay of Fundy.  After a couple hours of whale watching we went through the harbor and out on the ocean side and they were able to fish.  Jack caught the biggest Mackerel of the day. 

We had a lobster boil that night.  Steve cooked the lobster out on the fire in a big pot and we just ate and ate.  What a fun night.  There were about 15-20 of us and what can I say.  I can't think of anything that would have been better.  

We rested on Tuesday and Wednesday we left to go to Bar Harbor for the Labor Day Weekend.  So sad to leave Nova Scotia and we plan to go back in a couple years.  Still a bit to see.