The first blush of color showed up this last week. Rhodora is in bloom, a member of the Rhododendren family and beautiful.

Wildflowers of Newfoundland and Labrador, written by Peter Scott and Dorothy Black states, “During its blooming period it looks as if mauve clouds have descended and have been caught along the edges of the forests and bogs.”

So pretty!

Project Countdown

The weather has been vacillating between rain with wind, or sun with wind, but mostly the rain has been winning. We were excited to be able to finish 2 projects that are near the end of the list that we've decided we want completed in order to give our guests the best experience possible.

Project 1-This is where we put our firepit, protected by the rock on the right from the ever present wind, and looking out at the lights of "Down Harbour." We're doing the "Gravel Stomp," very helpful in leveling the area.





The finished product looks quite nice, don't you think? We had a lovely fire later.
Project 2 was a new surface for the deck with Hugh doing the edges, while I filled in. 2 coats of color and one of sealer.



Please rain, stay away until it's dry!

Our first evening meals!

I've wanted to offer our guests an alternative to the cuisine of the area which has a large emphasis on deep fried foods. It would also give me the opportunity to test recipes and further develop my repertoire.

Lobster and cod were the choices of our delightful guests. Kris and her daughter Riki chose the lobster, while Rhonda, Arne and Greta settled on cod au gratin. These were accompanied by a rice medley, dressed up green beans, spinach salad, peas with mushrooms and a Black Forest cake to celebrate Greta's birthday.

This group chose Hugh's Invigorating Porridge several mornings during their stay, much to Hugh's delight. He has developed his unique mixture based on his studies of nutrition and his own love of seeds and is tickled to share it with others.

This delightful fivesome stayed with us for 3 days while acquainting themselves with cousins and aunts that they had never met. What a great start to our season with such warm and appreciative guests.