Wednesday, August 13, 2008

Vacation Pictures



Thought that I would post a few pictures of our vacation.




This is a picture of an old restored barn on the hotel property. They kept the outside pretty much the way it was and fixed up the inside to use as a lounge and a hall for various functions.










This tree was so interesting. I had never seen one before. It took until the end of our stay. It is called a Common Smoke Tree, but to me there is nothing common about it.




This is part of the old apple orchard that the hotel was built on. The name of the hotel was The Old Orchard Inn and Spa.






Tomorrow I will post some pictures of the sights we managed to get to. I think we could have spent a month in the province and not have seen everything that Nova Scotia has to offer. Harvey and I said we must get back to see Halifax and travel the Cabot Trail.
I am off to visit all of you (and get a bit more cleaning done). Everyone have a wonderful day. God bless.

































9 comments:

bj said...

Hi, Jackie girl...was so glad to see that you came to see me...I hope you will come again..
That Common Smoke tree is amazing..I've never even heard of one before!
love, bj

Mary said...

Jackie,

I have seen those trees and always wondered what they were called. Now, thanks to you, I know. They are beautiful and unique.

Beautiful photos and it looks like you had a great time. The Inn sounds like a lovely place. I'm glad you were able to get away.

Thanks so much for your comments about Meeko.

Blessings,
Mary

ginger at enchanting cottage said...

Hello Jackie my friend,
You have been missed! I have been a way for a few days just from the computer, I have be sooo busy. All of the pictures are amazing. The lake is so pretty, and everythings decorated so nice. The tree is beautiful, I have never heard of it either.I am glad you made it home safe. I am sure the poem went well it is such a beautiful poem.
Take care enjoy the rest of your time off.
ginger

Maggie R said...

Hi Jackie,
Nice you got back safe and sound. By the sound of it you had a wonderful time. Having lived in Nova Scotia for 10 years I am familiar with it's beauty. We never did get to the Cabot Trail in all that time!!!! Imagine!!!!... Young with a family of 4 and no money then just couldn't afford it....
We were situated in the Annapolis Valley and often reminiss about it. The people were so friendly.
The tree you are talking about is really beautiful. We have them here in Southern Ontario, and if I am correct they play havok with anyone that has allergies as the fluff blows all over the place at one point and builds up along the curbs like snow!!!!
Hope you are having a good week-end.....
xoxo
((((hugs)))
Maggie

Deb said...

Hi Jackie
What a lovely spot you Vacationed at. It looks so relaxing.

Linda said...

Hi Jackie, what a pretty vacation spot, the Inn sounds like a wonderful place.

I enjoyed the wedding pictures...so pretty and I so happy for you all went well with your reading.

Look forward to more pictures....hugs, Linda

Michelle said...

Jackie,
That tree is beautiful! Common? I don't think so.

Michelle

kari and kijsa said...

What a great vacation! Thank you for your encouraging words... Thank you again for all your thoughtful comments, time and prayers.

blessings,
kari & kijsa

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