We left Montreal around 7'ish--arrived in the Miramichi around 6'ish--just in time for supper:) Mom had an extremely packed seafood chowder ready--Nick had about 5 bowls--hehheheee
Since it was Sarah's 11Th Birthday --Nana had an ice cream cake from Dairy Queen for desert. One of Sarah's favorite things...is ice-cream! Nick and Mitchell surprised her with an Ipod!
Another surprise when Sarah arrived was a delivery of flowers from her Auntie Lise, Paden and Uncle Mark. She was very excited that they remembered her.
On Friday morning we all were very tired and had a really good sleep in. We then decided since it was a beautiful day that we would go and do some sight-seeing. We went down to Ritchie's Wharf. While walking the wharf, we notice that they offer boat tours (if you are ever in the area, they offer this for $5.00 per person) We proceed to inquire and we end up with our very own boat and captain.
Mitchell and Sarah had the opportunity to steer the boat. The captain pointed out the buoys to follow as well as local things that peeked alot of questions.
Sarah was alittle more shy then Mitchell...hehehe We got to see the Miramichi from a different view, which is really interesting. We got to see hawks with the help of binoculars provided by the captain.
I couldn't resist taking this picture of my sisters favorite house. while she lived in the Miramichi, my mother and Lise would drive by and drawl. I know why...this is my favorite place also. It is actually for sale...if you have an extra 550, 000. laying around;)
The boat tour was an hour long and we all had a very nice time.
Sarah and I got to cuddle(since she was in the back of a van for 9 hours on her birthday)and we enjoyed the view while having a mother/daughter moment. A lot of changes came this summer for her..and she is my little lady..all grown up.For lunch we went to Greco Donair. The guys, being Greek got a huge kick out of this. Since, it is called a "donor", not a donair, they just had to try them. We made it a take out and headed over to Frenchport Cove. We arrived just in time to get under a roofed in picnic table and the sky opened up. It gave us enough time to have a couple of games of Uno with the kids. The sun finally came out and we walked around the lake--hearing the kids scream and yell over bugs. (city kids)
Hubert allowed Mitchell to cut his grass using his prized possession;) Mitchell had a blast--with every turn we could see a huge smile on his face.
Hubert allowed Mitchell to cut his grass using his prized possession;) Mitchell had a blast--with every turn we could see a huge smile on his face.
Nick had a craving for corn, so we ran down to the grocery store and had corn on the BBQ--with steaks tossed in for good measure...lol
Of course the kids had to make a stop at the $ store...and they both had a huge laugh over the NOT so huge inflatable bed Mitchell thought he owned...lol
Of course the kids had to make a stop at the $ store...and they both had a huge laugh over the NOT so huge inflatable bed Mitchell thought he owned...lolWe woke on Saturday to the sweet smelling scent of Hubie making his amazing blueberry pancakes with sausage no less!!
Saturday we headed off to Bathurst for Rebecca's wedding. The back drop was beautiful, but not as beautiful as the bride. You can also make out Lisa standing behind. It was a lovely day...it rained and stopped just long enough for the happy couple to say "I Do".
Mom and Hubert enjoyed their time. Mom had more then one glass of wine, which made me almost fall right off my chair...hehehe...but the day was a good one:)
We all filled our faces with the home-made salads and dishes. And of course the dessert was a huge hit with Sarah.
The day ended with me driving back to the Miramichi, after of course, dropping into Nana O's and Papa Lou Lou's to say a final good-bye. ( and of course seeing Sr. Pat was great!) We took the long way around to show the guys Youhall beach, where I went to school, and where Dad and Ginette lives.
On Sunday we headed to Shediac. We had a wonderfully-fabulous time!! The weather was great...and the company even better. We sat in the sun all afternoon with a walk in between. The two kids never leaving the water long enough to dry up! hehehe
They had a plan!! The day before while at the $store, they purchased a container and a net. They wanted to catch hermit crabs. They found over 20!
Their lips were blue, but they weren't giving up! The water was extremely cold...but that didn't stop these two.
We arrived at the beach around 1'ish...and at the end of the day (around 5'ish) they both looked like they could use a nap. NOT!!!!
A man came around the camp site selling co-hogs. Nick just can't resist anything being sold, especially if it is food..and he could get a deal!! lol Ginette steamed them up...and melted butter...gosh..they were very good. Good buy indeedy...lol
As you can see by the kids faces..they were not certain about it...lol But once they started eating them...they wanted more and vocalized it.
To add to the appetizers theme, Dad and Ginette treated us to Lobster. The taste was indescribable. I have had my share of lobster, but these were awesome. I am not sure if it was because of eating them outdoors, but...it was an experience that we all will treasure for a very long time.
Mitchell decided that chasing Sarah with one was alot more fun then eating them...hehehe
The kids enjoyed them just as much as the adults did...it was a topic of conversation on our way back to Montreal.
Nick ate everything, including things I am sure you aren't suppose to eat...hehhehe
Long after the "Ladies" had finished up...the guys just couldn't fill their boots enough until the last drop was eaten. hehehe (what is the saying---busy hands....) lol
It was very difficult for all of use to leave NB. We had a very nice time, but it was wayyyy to short, and that was on all of our minds and tongues.
Saturday we headed off to Bathurst for Rebecca's wedding. The back drop was beautiful, but not as beautiful as the bride. You can also make out Lisa standing behind. It was a lovely day...it rained and stopped just long enough for the happy couple to say "I Do".
Mom and Hubert enjoyed their time. Mom had more then one glass of wine, which made me almost fall right off my chair...hehehe...but the day was a good one:)
We all filled our faces with the home-made salads and dishes. And of course the dessert was a huge hit with Sarah.
The day ended with me driving back to the Miramichi, after of course, dropping into Nana O's and Papa Lou Lou's to say a final good-bye. ( and of course seeing Sr. Pat was great!) We took the long way around to show the guys Youhall beach, where I went to school, and where Dad and Ginette lives.
On Sunday we headed to Shediac. We had a wonderfully-fabulous time!! The weather was great...and the company even better. We sat in the sun all afternoon with a walk in between. The two kids never leaving the water long enough to dry up! hehehe
They had a plan!! The day before while at the $store, they purchased a container and a net. They wanted to catch hermit crabs. They found over 20!
Their lips were blue, but they weren't giving up! The water was extremely cold...but that didn't stop these two.
We arrived at the beach around 1'ish...and at the end of the day (around 5'ish) they both looked like they could use a nap. NOT!!!!
A man came around the camp site selling co-hogs. Nick just can't resist anything being sold, especially if it is food..and he could get a deal!! lol Ginette steamed them up...and melted butter...gosh..they were very good. Good buy indeedy...lol
As you can see by the kids faces..they were not certain about it...lol But once they started eating them...they wanted more and vocalized it.
To add to the appetizers theme, Dad and Ginette treated us to Lobster. The taste was indescribable. I have had my share of lobster, but these were awesome. I am not sure if it was because of eating them outdoors, but...it was an experience that we all will treasure for a very long time.
Mitchell decided that chasing Sarah with one was alot more fun then eating them...hehehe
The kids enjoyed them just as much as the adults did...it was a topic of conversation on our way back to Montreal.
Nick ate everything, including things I am sure you aren't suppose to eat...hehhehe
Long after the "Ladies" had finished up...the guys just couldn't fill their boots enough until the last drop was eaten. hehehe (what is the saying---busy hands....) lol
It was very difficult for all of use to leave NB. We had a very nice time, but it was wayyyy to short, and that was on all of our minds and tongues. We stopped at Grand Falls Gorge on the way home. There were many times that I had driven past and always wanted to stop but never did. I am glad we stretched our legs here, it was beautiful.
We arrived back here around 7'ish...wishing that we were still in NB...but happy for the safe drive. We all had a wonderful time, and a HUGE thank you to everyone that made it so special for Nick and Mitchell's first trip to NB.
2 comments:
Super blog!!! Glad everyone had a great time..xx00 mom
Fabulous!!!
So glad you had a great time, love the photos!!!
And yes, i'll have to check my piggy bank for the 550k!
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