We just wanted to point out (in case you hadn't noticed ;-D ), that we're several days behind on updating our blog. So the actual date of each blog posting has been after (sometimes well after) the event we're blogging about.
There are several reasons for this. Firstly, we like to camp as much as possible in Canada's beautiful provincial parks, only camping at RV parks when we need to do laundry or need an Internet connection (which the provincial parks do not have). Also, there is this...we need to stay in the rig long enough to actually write the blog updates! But there is so much to see and do here, so we find ourselves actually forsaking our computers for the wonders of Canada.
However, we are currently in Saint Andrews-by-the-Sea and will be spending several days here. We are in an RV campground right on Passamaquoddy Bay...we have laundry, we have wifi and we have rain. So we may actually catch up. But there is also whale watching. And museums. And walks along the bay. And a chocolate festival in nearby St. Stephen. Hmmm...
Anyway, back to the blog.
Serendipity
The word "serendipity" is defined by the American Heritage Dictionary as the making of a desirable discovery by accident.
We had a serendipitous encounter with a fellow camper while at the Jordan Valley Campground in Jordan, Ontario. While discussing the various wineries in the area, he just happened to mention what he called a "Mennonite deli" not too far from the campground. He was pretty enthusiastic about it and we thought, okay, if we're anywhere near it, we might drop in. The next day, right around lunch, we thought about the deli and decided to give it a try.
The deli is actually called The Good Sheperd's Farm and will be a stop on this trip that we will always remember with great fondness.
As soon as anyone walks into the shop, they are warmly greeted by France and Denise, the proprietors and some of the kindest and warmest and most down-to-earth folks you will ever meet. Within moments, everyone in the room is chatting with each other and France is busy feeding everybody generous samples of their cheeses and sausages.
There is something in the air in that shop. It is not a mere deli...it is an experience.
The Good Shepherd's Farm
Our hosts, Denise and France
The wonderful wood-burning stove where France cooked up sausages for his customers to try. A bunch of those sausages are now securely tucked into our RV freezer.
Next up: We reach the Maritime Provinces!
--- Barbara
Day 55 (currently in Saint Andrews-by-the-Sea, New Brunswick)
Total miles: 6,156
2 comments:
My mom and I are really enjoying our armchair travel with you two. We were wondering if Barb also drives the RV.
Also, have you given any thought to driving down to Charleston, SC? It is fabulous and I could maybe procure the beach house for a particular time. And meet you there? I know you're quite a ways from that portion of your trip, but keep me in mind if you have any flexibility with that part of your itinerary.
Can't wait to hear and see what you discover next!
Bonne journee parmi les Quebecoises,
ML
Sounds a little like Mukluk Annie's of the Maritimes.
...well, I did say "a little".
Any salmon or halibut?
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