Crossing on the Englishtown Ferry
In Cape Breton we have different kinds of speed bumps and this week it was a 700lb. yup 700 lb. Harbour Seal. My neighbour was driving home after crossing the Englishtown Ferry in a snow squall on the skinny penninsula that divides St. Ann's Bay from St. Ann's Harbour. As the snow swirled around causing white out conditions he ...
Posted by Barbara Kerr
on February 18, 2011
Well last week I was running my usual 7 km wearing only very light clothing enjoying a sunny afternoon then WINTER happened so it may be the eliptical for me from now until a thaw. Most of the community has settled into the amazing selection of activities available to those who will. Yoga, Zumba, boat building,cross country skiing,hiking, NIA ( a great form of dance composed of yoga,karate,jazz,and ...
Posted by Barbara Kerr
on January 23, 2011
Well it's November and with the leaves went the tourists.There remains however the amazing presence of the sea rocks and sky with dramatic vistas now revealed by the absence of leaves. The occasional burst of colour of a Birch tree reluctant to shed its golden leaves against a gray sky is like a jolt of neon. No waiting in line at the ferry now and the Mackeral fisherman at Englishtown ...
Posted by Barbara Kerr
on November 9, 2010
What a great day for sailing! We may go out on Easy Street this afternoon and enjoy the sun.
Last night it was a large feed of lobster with garlic butter/potato salad and cheese cake. WOW! I have noticed a definite increse in traffic on the Cabot Trail as summer people and tourists arrive to enjoy the islands diverse landscape and hospitality. Come for a visit or come to stay. The lobster season ...
Posted by Barbara Kerr
on July 8, 2010
This time of year in Cape Breton
each day is a suprise. Any day on my way to the office or travelling for real estate biz is filled with a multiple changes in the weather so I carry a selection of weather gear from snow shoes in the winter to a bathing suit in the summer with coats, sweaters,hiking shoes, rain boots in a tangled heap in my trunk. I can attest to this since I ...
Posted by Barbara Kerr
on May 31, 2010
Real estate sales are brisk on Cape Breton Island. The recent drop in interest rates may be a factor.
Posted by Barbara Kerr
on May 13, 2008