Dghajsas and Rabbit Stew
Exploring the local neighbourhood was a must… starting with St. Paul’s Pro Cathedral (also referred to as a Co Cathedral) … indicating it has Cathedral status but is not the primary one. This is the iconic dome that dominates the…
Hop, Skip and a jump to Malta
Apartment locked … Check. Key in drop box …. Check. Down the wonky stairs for the last time and onto the street – hope the taxi is on time. A young father two doors down scooped up his sons and…
Rome – 2
Sun and blue skies this morning, however it’s not supposed to last … predictions claim thundershowers by 11:30! It was a lovely walk through our neighbourhood — the streets looked fresh and newly scrubbed … the sun was warm on…
We’re Going to Italy
But first we have to get there! Glen’s sister was immensely kind in offering us a place to lay our heads overnight and putting up with the car until we got back. A huge peace of mind. Thursday was one…
Rome Day 1
Buongiorno. Sleep is wonderful … but so is a shower and hot coffee. Our building is incredibly quiet … built in the 1500s or 1600s (can’t remember which) the walls are a foot thick so there’s no noise from the…
Beaches, Bluffs and Farewell
According to Clyde, there is a large iceberg just off Eddie’s Cove which should be visible on our way south – weather permitting of course. Farewells were said and profuse thank yous for the warmth and hospitality which far outweighed…
Vikings, Icebergs and Other Things
“Does yous like Snow Crab?”, boomed Clyde as he stood dripping at the front door early the next morning . . . “and dere’s moose burgers, too…..ta maykup fer da lousy wedder”. The legendary Newfoundland hospitality was at work. I…
Dandelions, Moose … and Rain
We have Sun! and barely any wind. Packed, tidied and away … through the town … past the mobile Open Air Gospel Trailer — dare we call it a “Porta Prayer”? I think it would work quite well for confessionals. …
Lighthouses & Lobsters
Overcast and very windy today, although no sign of rain … yet. Drove out to Lobster Cove lighthouse across the bay from Rocky Harbour. Flags whipping and clanking against the flagpole (wonder how often they need to be replaced?). Three…
Off to “The Rock”
I know it was Sunday, but I’m sure we set some sort of record this morning. A mere 1 hour & 20 minutes from leaving home and here we were, sat at the departure gate, with plenty of time before…