Parting Shots

Sunrise 6 a.m. Wednesday 

The Nova Star 9 a.m. Wednesday

We had smooth sailing on a calm sea to Portland, ME. During our voyage we saw Sunfish, pods of Dolphin and the splash of a Whale tail. 

Dolphin Pod

The Nova Star's Wake

It's a bit of a shock to be back in the U.S. With the latest news about Isis and Ferguson, MO.

 

On the road to Glens Falls . . . 

Fall Leaves found in New York 

Fall Leaves found in North Carolina

Home in Hobe Sound

Time to Let You Go. . .

It's time to make ourselves go. We depart for the Nova Star Ferry at 6:30 a.m. tomorrow morning. 

The Point of View Deck Chairs will remain empty now until next summer.

The car is packed and ready to go . . .

Goodbye Canada. Goodbye Grandview Cottage. See you next summer. It was fun!

North Wind

We had a strong, cool North wind all day today. Tonight it's crystal clear and all the stars are shining brightly. 

This afternoon, Peter and Brian worked outside while I ran to town for a few errands. I was amazed to find Canadian strawberries at the grocery in August! They looked fresh and smelled sweet. I bought one box for dessert tonight.

We are winding things up around here. I gave all three dogs baths today in preparation for our trip. They have been rolling in so much stuff that it will be otherwise impossible to share the car with them! I also got the car almost packed. Tomorrow we will put stuff away, clean the cottage and finish packing. Before we depart here are a few photographs of the sky and clouds taken tonight.

Camp Fire!

Cooper Stood Guard

For a last hooray, we had a campfire tonight.  It was a lovely overcast evening and perfect for the fire.  As the wind blew, the fire lit up!

We all hung out together . . . 

Bri tended the Fire

Peter Chopped Wood

Chewie Relaxed with Peter

Nutty Bee Napped with Me

Later, during dinner visitors arrived!

Doe and Fawn as seen through the Kitchen Window

The deer made their way across the lawn and down to the meadow to nibble the new grass.  

Running out of time . . .

Today we woke to morning clouds which quickly burned off into a beautiful blue sky day.  Time is running out. This Wednesday morning the Nova Star Ferry departs.   There is today then it's all business as we prepare to return to Hobe Sound.  

Rudy stopped by this afternoon.  It was great fun to sit out and listen to his stories of Raccoon's and wild Turkey's, to name a few of the topics discussed.  After Rudy departed we continued to sit out and take in the view. 

I have been meaning to tell you about my trip to the local Jordan Branch post office.  It's like nothing I have ever seen before.  While buying stamps I was distracted by the view through the window behind the postal counter.   I was compelled to ask the Postmaster if it would be possible to look out back.  He gladly obliged and also shared the story of his home. 

The house was built by his Great Grandfather.  At one point in time the family sold their home to a timber company.  A few years ago the property came on the market.  He bought it and together with his wife moved into his Grandparents homestead. 

Here is what I saw on the other side of the Postal Desk:

The Jordan River

The Postmaster told me that the Jordan River is very clean due to the quick tide flow. They swim in the river from rock to rock all the time!  Kayaks and Canoes go by daily. And of course, they fish the river, too. What an amazing spot for a Post Office!!

Afternoon Surf

When I returned home, Peter and I walked down to the Beach to watch the surf roll in and out.  It has been a very good vacation.  We wish we had another week to enjoy . . . 

Grandview Sunset, 2014

Back Into The Woods

Moss in The Woods

Brook in The Woods

Rock Wall in the Woods

Old Well in The Woods

Rock Wall with Ferns in The Woods

Mint in The Woods

Blackberries on the Fringe of The Woods

Blueberries near The Woods

Footbridge in The Woods

Apple Tree in the Woods

Rock Wall Near The Woods

Stream in The Woods

Wire Fence in The Woods

Meadow Clearing in the Woods

Driveway through The Woods