Highlights

VIEW FROM THE BOTTOM!

VIEW FROM THE TOP!

I (Lorraine) spent a lot of time the first number of days in Halifax walking around downtown. It is a very captivating city. Even all the business that happens in this capital city for Nova Scotia can't change the character of it's buildings, people and enjoyment of life. Most of my wandering around time was spent when the only people left strolling the streets were the tourists, like me! What was Peter doing during my time of being the camera lugging visitor? He was experiencing the business side of life. He had a few tours as well. His focused more on preserving city heritage, garbage and re-cycling etc.

We both loved exploring what Halifax had to offer on these very two different levels of living. The city is well beyond where we are at in Alberta, both in the sense of longevity and planning for the future.

For our few days of "together time" we played tourist.

PEGGY'S COVE (LOOKING OUT TO THE HARBOR)

PEGGY'S COVE (THE SHELTERED INLET)

Yes, those are lobster traps still being put to good use. They are slowly being replaced by the longer living version of compact metal boxes seen on the right. I still like the look of the wooden traps. I also like the Gingerbread and Lemon Sauce served at the gift shop/restaurant up by the lighthouse!

MAHONE BAY

This is a picturesque town we will go back and explore another time - when we have more time. I've been assured this will happen!

LUNENBURG

We started our exploration of this seaside town with a carriage ride through the streets. Our driver was an interesting fellow (complete with accent) that was a wealth of historical information about the buildings. He was the one to send us straight to the dry dock where the Bluenose II is presently being repaired. It's hull needs to be redone, so with all the rigging, sails, deck etc set aside it is being rebuilt.

THERE SHE BE!

These are a few highlights of our week in Halifax. I couldn't begin to post all the pictures we took of the beautiful architecture we saw in that short space of time. But I may try to share a few favorites. Watch too for interesting signs yet to come!