A Walk, Car Show and Fireworks

 I think this was on a holiday weekend in August. The day had a threat of rain but everyone got out anyway to see what's happening. We took a walk down by the river and ended up downtown where there was a Vintage Car Show going on. So we looked around and took in some sights for a while. Rain held off so it was a pretty good day in the end. There is also a nice picture of our oldest daughter, Sherie. Usually she is camera shy so I try to get a portrait of her every now and then, The day ended with a blast such as the fireworks which we could see very well and comfortably from our second floor window.

 

 

 

 

 

Raindrop Webs

 Summer rain is beautiful and somewhat magical on flowers, leaves and trees, creating intricate webs of sparkle as you will see in a photo below. Can't help but capture those moments we often seem to overlook in our busy day to day lives.

 

 

Blair House Pancakes

 At some point someone sent us a newspaper clipping of the specialty of the house: The Blair House Heritage Breakfast Inn Pancakes. This recipe was created before us but it's good to know and good to have in our Blair House memorabillia collection.

 

 

Little Beach

 A little beach getaway is always good. This one is not very crowded and easy to get to. The boys seemed to enjoy it. It was a lovely day too.

 

 

 

Chocolate Museum

 So yes, this is how chocolate is made in our chocolate town. On this day we went to see the Chocolate Museum and the kids tried out making some chocolates. It was fun for me at least to see and read about the history of Ganong Chocolate. Wish I could've made some chocolates too but it was just for kids. We spent some time waiting in line but it was not too bad. Then with chocolates made it was time to leave and then we saw a bear on our way home.

 

 

Music on Riverfront

 We were checking out the riverfront and found some music going on from bagpipes. The boys were curious about it so they went to take a closer look. Then we were off to continue our walkabout the downtown streets. It was a beautiful day, clear blue skies, for our outing.

 

 

Local Artist

 Found at the Friday Market local artist Shani Lamont who painted the Blair House and other homes in the area. Here is her beautiful painting on a coaster and a card.