You may think that from the alliterative title I am going to talk about the shores of the Charlottetown harbour today, but not so. We have noted, both in Nova Scotia and PEI, that “shore” means ‘certainly’ or ‘yes’… as in “Shore, I’ll get you more coffee.” Part of the culture, I suppose. Other less profound cultural things we have noticed: • Flying a flag is highly recommended for all homeowners. Flagpoles are attached to the house at a 45-degree angle. Flying three flags is even better – Canada, Nova Scotia, and Acadian • A riding lawn mower is a must. All properties not urban have HUGE lawn areas, precisely mowed • When a local is greeting someone, it is important to immediately follow the hello, with, “Soooo…. Where ya from?”
Today we walked through much of historic downtown Charlottetown. It is extremely well maintained and neat and tidy with descriptive signs everywhere. We spotted both John A MacDonald and Anne of Green Gables (they were not together) chatting with guests. It was interesting also to watch and listen to a variety of international travelers. We tried not to laugh too hard at the tourist wearing the shirt that proclaimed, “I AM in shape. Round is a shape”. (Possibly Large Marge’s husband?) I want you to know that I sacrificed all pride to lie in front of the tank/cannon on the harbourfront boardwalk near the military headquarters. This competition is simply getting out of hand, but whatever will keep you reading….
Other photo explanations - Rob with potential new job as Charlottetown fire chief; me in front of our new summer home (white) in Charlottetown. (actually the Lieutenant Governor's residence)
Tonight we are going to hear Kendra MacGillivray and Bruce Rainnie – apparently a combination of guitar, Celtic fiddle, and comedy. First we will probably have something to eat at a sidewalk café in the downtown area, where we are staying. I won’t require much, as the other meal I had today was a brunch at a place that is apparently the “best breakfast and lunch spot in PEI”. I am including a photo of the crepe. Please note the size in comparison to the knife and fork – and no, I did not eat all of it.
3 comments:
Keep us reading? I've just been looking at the pictures! (just kidding).
I will award 2 points to Wendy today but I am deducting a 1/2 point for claiming a loss of dignity! In actual fact, I'm making sure that you take time out of your obviously busy schedule to have good child like fun. A good thing at any age as you have pointed out on our blog.
Glad to hear you are not eating too much on your trip, there is always that danger! You don't want to risk having round become your shape or becoming a "Large Marge"!
Incidently, the score is now Rob 2, Wendy 3 1/2. Combined that is 5 1/2, probably the age you are feeling as you do these silly stunts!
Jay
At first I thought alliteration would have to be all words starting with the same letters. So I didn't even pick up on the alliteration in the title of Charlottetown Shores right away. I guess the sounds of the word are more important to alliteration than the actual repitition of the first letter. (George's gnats gobble Gille duceppe would be a confusing example of alliteration to use in class).
It is good to hear about the trip! I enjoy reading the updates whenever i get the chance. And i thought i would join Jay, who seems to be getting a bit lonely in the comment gallery.
Grant
Great Pictures! I see Rob is still checking out deck designs....hmmm. I'm starting to think your future deck might look like some odd combination of Noah's ark and and a jail cell with a really nice arbor over the top. That ought to make the neighbors happy!
Charlottetown sounds and looks wonderful. The flag-hanging reminds me of my American roots...as does the size of the crepe....lots of flags and big helpings!
I would like to have witnessed Rob talking you into laying in front of the tank...oops, "cannon." Your sacrifice of pride and dignity should give him more incentive for his next courageous photo (sorry Rob, standing in front of a fire engine just doesn't cut it!)...after all he's 1 1/2 points behind!
It's great to "holiday" along with you. Enjoying the photos and comments immensely.
Paula
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