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I woke up about 3:00 am in Moosomin, Saskatchewan. A day earlier, my son’s girlfriend asked him if I’d make it for his birthday dinner. He told her it was unlikely as I was still in Ontario. That stretch of my adventure was a bit of a feather in my cap. Although it had only been 816 kilometers, this was the first time I could boast biking through three Canadian provinces in… Read More
I was raring to go when I left Ignace, Ontario! I had my sights set on Saskatchewan. I was now only 1 sleep away from my son’s birthday, and I’d told him the night before I’d be there. I promised to do all I could to make it back to give him a birthday hug. I’d missed a hug before, and I wasn’t about to let that happen this year. I followed… Read More
I was really looking forward to getting out of my gear and grabbing some grub in the restaurant at the hotel in Ignace. I chose this place specifically because they advertised a restaurant. However, upon checking in I learned that isn’t the case. Because they can’t get staff, they couldn’t keep it open. Ungh. When I say Ignace doesn’t offer much, It’s an understatement! The fella at the front desk made a… Read More
I set Petunia up first for Magnetic Hill, then Hopewell Rocks, and then St. Stephen as I prepared to leave the Motel 6 in Moncton. My plan was to hit up some touristy spots and then head kitty-corner through Maine to re-enter Canada close to Montreal. Just as I was about to mount, another motel guest came over to chat. I am all for having bike-side chats. In fact I love them!… Read More
When I got to Moncton, I pulled off at a gas station to fuel up and figure out where to sleep for the night. You know I like the low roof, side of the highway style motels. I remember watching “One Week” years ago and the main character’s visit with another traveler outside their rooms*. Those have been some of my favourite experiences on this trip; chats with fellow travelers outside our… Read More
Finally the morning arrived when it was time to hit the road again and head home from Mom’s in Yarmouth area. The Wharf Rat Rally was pretty much my last “to do”, and it was now September! Initially I’d planned to take the Cat from Yarmouth to Bar Harbour Maine. Then I learned it was a whopping $245 USD for a one way voyage. Gulp. Nope. That’s crazy talk! I wasn’t interested… Read More
When my very dear friend Chrissy picked me up for lunch my first new day at Mom’s, it was as though the years since our last visit were mere moments. I’d forgotten how much I missed her bright smile! We laughed over lunch, laughed while we walked the beach, and laughed again on the drive back. The next day we went for a very long walk and talked about things only good… Read More
I hopped on my bike and set off towards Halifax from the Aberdeen before 8:00 am. I made great time and soaked up the sun and crisp morning air for several hours before I hauled off to fuel the tanks; mine and Jules’. The Smitty’s parking lot in this town (don’t recall where I was) was a gong show. Sigh. Where to park so I’m not in the way? I saw a… Read More
After breakfast I loaded up to head to the ferry from PEI to Nova Scotia. The night before, Sam gave me sound advice to drive through some beautiful areas on my way to the boat. It was a lovely day for a ride and I was grateful to see more of PEI before catching my ride to the mainland. Again, timing was on my side! Although I was a little concerned when… Read More
Charlottetown is a very pretty city! I stayed at the Charlottetown Inn & Conference Centre as it was within walking distance of the waterfront. I loved walking through the neighbourhoods to see the pretty homes and massive churches. The waterfront, the lively streets, the weather – everything was beautiful! I walked and walked for hours. When I came across the red 2025, I too stopped for a photo. Selfies just don’t cut… Read More
The Happy Canuck 