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Cape Breton evokes deep memories and strong emotions for me as well as a deep appreciation for the beauty of my adopted island. My hopes are that you too might find the photos evocative - maybe a view you've not enjoyed before, or an 'Oh I've been there', or if from away that you may be encouraged to visit this fair isle so that you might come to love and breathe Cape Breton as I do. One word about place names that I use - some are completely local usage while others are from maps of Cape Breton that I've purchased over the years. I frequently post travel and other photos that are of interest to me - and hopefully you.

On the right hand side bar find my take on Single Malt whiskey - from how to best enjoy this noble drink to reviews (in a most non-professional manner) of ones that I have tried and liked - or not. Also musings, mine and others, on life in general.

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Tree Up Today


 My young son and I went out to get our Christmas Tree today, 20 Dec, just about the earliest I have ever cut a tree.  Over Colora way we had spotted this little tree farm with closed, weekends only sign and decided to go back today.  Again closed, but we knocked on the door of the house and a very nice lady agreed that we could get out trees (Calum wanted one also) if we wanted.  And we did after about 10 to 15 minutes surveying the trees and making our choice. 

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4 comments:

  1. Ann MarieSunday, 20 December, 2020

    Beautiful tree.

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  2. NorvellHimselfTuesday, 22 December, 2020

    Thank you Ann Marie, and wishes for a very Merry Christmas to you guys

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  3. CarolWednesday, 23 December, 2020

    Perfect looking tree. Merry Christmas! And best wishes for a safe and healthy New Year!

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  4. NorvellHimselfSaturday, 26 December, 2020

    Merry Christmas Carol, we lucked out on cutting the tree this year, most of the local tree farms were closed but we found one that said 'Open Weekends Only' and which we journeyed to on Sunday - and it was still closed. No vehicles were in the yard of the small farm home but I ventured up and rang the bell and when no answer we prepared to leave but then a lovely lady came to the door and basically told us that they had closed at noon. I asked that if we were quick and paid cash could we get two trees and she agreed - so Voila !

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