North Rustico, PEI

We loaded Clancy Mae in the car one afternoon & drove to North Rustico,, (not to be confused with South Rustico, Rusticoville & Anglo Rustico).....North Rustico is an incorporated fishing community & has found a new niche as a spot for empty nesters to downsize to.

The village is about a 25 minute drive from Charlottetown..... and each year the village goes all out for Christmas...decorating their homes & yards....we took grand daughter last December....she had a great time walking about with us.... 

Welcome to North Rustico....which happens to be home of the famous Fisherman's Wharf Lobster Suppers....there were a number of tourist buses in the parking lot....

These are mussel traps, for lack of a better word in one harbour....

A fishing boat came into the harbour....it was fun to watch him weave in & around the buoys....red buoy means turn one way....blue buoy means turn another.....

A number of the fishing sheds have been converted into restaurants....others are still used to house boats & equipment....

One reason for our visit.....the amazing views.....and a beautiful boardwalk.....

As dusk was setting, it was beautiful when all the lamp posts lit up....

It was quite windy that day....a robust, warm breeze.....I resembled Bozo the Clown's sister...my hair was blown about.....since I had to remove my hat....before it ended up in the harbour.....

We chatted with so many people....all of whom were smitten with Clancy Mae....she was such a good girl....

This woollen shop in the village is one of my favourites....I was only able to get a minimum of photos...as it was busy....shoppers milling about....

I'm obsessed with this sweater with puffins....it comes with a hefty $400 price tag though....

The shop sells wool sweaters, coats mitts, hats & scarves...blankets & throws....anything you can knit...it's in this shop!

We stopped by a seafood shack & ordered clams & fries....and were sorely disappointed!  We'd heard how delicious the food was....yet the clams were like chewing rubber with soggy fries!  My supper consisted of two fries & I attempted to chew a clam - it was like chewing gum!

I'm not a huge fan of seafood to begin with....but if you are going to get it....it had better be good!  It wasn't!!

Before long, the skies began to look like this....with thunder & lightening....so we headed for home...

It thundered rain so hard....Mr. Seventies almost had to pull off to the side of the road & wait for it to let up!!  The road was busy....as many were heading home from Charlottetown...

So....the big question....did I purchase anything in the wool shop?

I sure did!  This beautiful knit coat was 50% off.....regular price $300....and it is so warm & cozy...and will be great to wear for walking this fall....

It fits beautifully, zippers up & has a hood for extra warmth....and pockets!  Look at the gorgeous, knitted hearts....

I'll share the shop's website....if you want to have a browse....(not sponsored)... https://www.rusticosweaters.pe.ca/

The sales clerk insisted I bring in Clancy Mae for her to meet....so we had a lovely chat & visit....

I battled a tummy bug most of yesterday....and again today!  We're supposed to have grand daughter for the day & had planned a day of activities with her!  Her Mom has meetings this morning, so Mr. Seventies will pick grand daughter up & take her for a couple of hours....she loves going to the park!  Hopefully, when we have her on Wednesday, her Mimi will be feeling better....

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Thanks for being here with me today....tomorrow is a brand new month!!!

Til next time.....

 

Wet & Wild Afternoon of Weather!!

Yesterday morning was beautiful....sunny & warm...we enjoyed a beautiful walk on the trails...but after lunch the weather changed drastically....

We had been enjoying lounging on the deck....when the skies darkened  & we felt a few rain drops.  We quickly covered the deck furniture, scooted Clancy Mae inside....just before the skies opened up...winds churned & we had hail hitting the windows!!

The rain pounded on the house....I regret not raking a few photos (I preferred to stay inside...dry).......especially during he hail (none had collected & it was fairly small)....some areas of the city lost power (we did not)....and there is video surfacing of a small tornado churning on the eastern end of the Island....more the size of a water spout but it did churn up a few tree limbs....no major damage....

We frequently have "yellow" weather alerts for severe thunderstorm activity....but they seldom materialize before the alert is over....I think the cold water of the Northumberland Strait causes them to dissipate but I'm no expert....

Interesting enough....daughter's home is about a 12 minute drive from us....and they had no rain or thunder or lightening....she was at her office in the city....but no active weather in her community....

I popped into Wal Mart the other day.....where home decor is always a bust....seldom do they carry anything.....I came across these adorable candles....

And a small few pumpkin cushions....foam filled....

I had hopes when our Wal Mart location was renovated we'd be having more home goods & decor....but that is not the business they are in.....groceries are the dominant items that sell....as they seldom carry little else....

I came across this hot dog bun dog costume....for a whopping $35....I purchased it years ago on BOGO at Michaels...I hope to wear it on Clancy May when we attend Wienerpalooza in September if it fits by then.....daughter has all the costumes....so I have a few to choose from....

I stopped by one of my favourite clothing shops.....as they have their fall stock out....a bit of a rant coming...

In previous visits upon entering the shop....an associate would go over their current sales & promotions...even though there are a zillion signs advertising them....and I can read....(to which I would smile sweetly and say "I see that").......

They finally have stopped doing that....instead (I feel guilty for complaining) I had four different associates asking if I was "looking for anything in particular"...(I wasn't)...."could I help you find anything?".....(no....I'm just browsing)....four of them.....in a fairly small shop!!  

Everywhere I turned....there was an associate mingling about....I understand they have a job to do...but pestering me shouldn't be one of them .... daughter worked retail all through high school & university....she claims I am an associate's worst nightmare...(I'm not btw).....

The final straw - when I picked up a lovely sweater to compare a medium to a large & as I was folding them up....and associate took them from me & advised I didn't have to do that....it was their job.. not mine.

Apparently I'm not qualified....

Point taken & I headed for the door....I assumed since it was a weekday &  not a busy weekend I would be safe to meander about....I was wrong.  

Was I being petty?  Probably.  I headed next door to Global Pet Foods....where one day each month I qualify for a discount!!  Only to get back to the SUV & realize I wasn't given it....since the cashier is unable to ask if you qualify!  If I've lived long enough to qualify for a discount....by all means...remind me of the discount!!!  $6 is as good in my pocket as in theirs....

I quickly realized this was not the day for me to be out in the stores....I headed for home....I had planned to check out Inspired Living & Michaels....but thought better since I was a bit on the irritated side....

Anyone else get like that?  Or is it just me....because I do love being in the stores checking everything out....but not this day....

There are a couple of decor pieces at Inspired Living I have my eye on...... overpriced.....but that is why I'm only considering at this point.  

You know I'll share if I decide to go for it (them)!

Have an awesome weekend friends!!!

Til next time....

 

 

In Loving Memory-Daughter

 

Today is the 10th Anniversary of Ann Marie's passing...December 26, 1973-August 25, 2016

"As long as I live, you will be remembered.  As long as I live....you will be loved."

                                                

 

Looking Forward to the "Ber" Months!!

 

I've made no secret fall is my favourite time of year....actually the next four months are my favourites!  I feel summer is sending us off with one final hurrah....it's forecast to be warm all week....before cooling down.  September can have warm days as well...but the evenings are shorter....and cooler....

Don't think I'm too crazy, as I've jumped a full season ahead....to Christmas!  In my defence, when I come across something I truly like.....I don't hesitate.....like who doesn't love (faux) popcorn on their Christmas tree?    I don't have the patience to string the "real" stuff....three strands I ordered should be plenty for our tree this year....

Okay, that little jump ahead was enough for now...let's focus on the upcoming fall season....like these corduroy fleece lined pants.... I'm so crushing on them!!  When you order two pair....the third pair is free....I ordered in this colour, as well as navy & dark green....how super comfortable do these look?   I'm anemic....so warm clothes are a must for me....even in hot weather I chill easily....

Nothing warmer than this soft & cozy scarf....and it has a dachshund on it!!  Yes please....it will look great this winter.....

I came across this little witch at Home Sense again this year....I have her in my stash already....how adorable is the little ghost shih tzu.....

This one is new to me...... so definately.....add to cart....

What a variety of pumpkin heads I'm seeing this year....and I love them!!  We're hoping to have a good crop in our garden come October....if not we'll have to purchase a few & set them in the garden, so grand daughter will have her own pumpkins she planted in Grampie's vegetable garden.....we are those grandparents....

I adore these ghosts....some of which light up....too cute....

I mean...the bows..... adorable...and those eyelashes....

A grouping of ghosts.... (I almost brought this home)......almost....

A Frankenstien goblin...with pink shoes & eye mask no less....adorable....

I'm crushing on this ghost garland....and know I have garland(s) in my stash....as well as a Hallowe'en mantle garland I hope to try out this year....

This broom....and the witches boots though....ugh.  I want that broom so bad....but not with the $60 price tag....we still have the one we made last year....but it's an "outdoor" broom.  There is a difference, right??

I purchased this adorable hoodie in anticipation of Hallowe'en....it is so soft & cozy.....and roomy....

We had a few warm days last week & we hadn't been to What's The Scoop dairy bar since about the end of June or first week of July.....they have pup cups for $2.75 with small dog biscuits on them.....Clancy Mae love it ....

Today is day 14 - post op!!  We can start going for longer walks on the trails!  Her incision is fully healed & closed....her fur is slow to grow in tho, where she was shaved.  When leaving the surgical wrap off....she tends to lick at it....I imagine it is itchy......we plan to keep it on a little while longer.....

It showered here all day one day ...... we were fortunate  to get in short walks on the "Bunny Trail" with Clancy Mae....in this photo....she spots a bunny up ahead....

Thanks so much for spending your time with me today..... greatly appreciated!!

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The Other Hardworking Guy In My Life

I'm talking about Scrub Daddy!!  Anyone else use this little scrubby?  I heard he had a good reputation....and he has a partner...Scrub Mommy...the difference being she has a rough side & a sponge side....whereas he is just rough & tough!

While perusing the cleaning supply aisles at WalMart I locked eyes with Scrub Daddy...and the rest is history.  I didn't knew how much I would love this guy... he is awesome for scrubbing the sink, the ceramic cooktop, even the countertops!

And I use Fabuloso as it works really well on floors, cabinets.& bathrooms....and leaves a nice scent...

We spent a day giving the kitchen a deep clean, it was an overcast, drizzly kind of day...we took down my Gripstand bowls & while Mr, Seventies wiped the tops of the cabinets.....I washed & dried my bowls....all the cabinets were cleaned inside and out....the shutters as well....and the tile floor was wiped up....the light fixture over the kitchen table was thoroughly cleaned as well....

The next room to tackle is the family room, likely in September.  We plan to borrow daughter's carpet cleaner & tackled the area rug....we'll take it up first & wipe up the floor.....we are waiting to do that room after they have replaced the glass in the window....then we can give it & those shutters a good cleaning.  Once we know their ETA, Mr. Seventies will remove the shutters and we can clean them thoroughly...

Look who was on hand to "help".....I ushered her into the family room pretty quick....as much as we appreciated the extra set of paws....

Much safer for everyone if she is gated in the family room playing with her toys.....after I had changed her surgical wrap....so the other could be washed....

I dropped into Winners a few days ago & picked up a couple of new toys for Clancy Mae ...for the time being she is happy just to play with them.....without shredding them apart.....these one were a couple of Liesel's favourites....durable enough for puppy teeth....

This one crinkles.....she loves the sound ....it has survived the first few days of shakes & chews....

While at Winner's, my friend & fellow dachshund Mom requested a set of sheets in a double/full size (for their fifth wheeler).....she in turn was able to find a queen size set for me, since our store was sold out.

She shows her dachshunds possibly at a show here in October....she will either be over or can send mine over with another gal & we can do the exchange then....or we may take a day & go to the mainland....how adorable are these "Hallowiener" sheets??

Also while at Winners....I picked up this canister for Clancy Mae's treats....just a typical tin...not exactly my preferred choice......but if I come across something else I like better I can always use two....for now this one works great....

I ordered this adorable handbag....it's available in red or black with the white bow....I chose the red....gorgeous...I've not ordered from this company before....fingers crossed it arrives without issues....

Mostly cloudy again here today, we may see sun late in the afternoon...I have an appointment to get my nails done....Mr. Seventies plans to give the fridge a good cleaning prior to me placing a grocery order...

Have an awesome weekend friends!  

Til next time....