Week Before Christmas

Twas the week before Christmas and it was full of preparation for the coming holidays.  Well, it was just kind of full of preparation - mostly just having fun.  The weather has been fairly nice although the nights have been quite cool.

We took a drive out around some of the  places where we used to camp, or could camp.  Mittry Lake was always a favourite spot so it was time to check it out as we have not been there for several years.  They have even put in a designated camping area down by the water which is just a gravel parking area with specific spots marked out.

This little drive also gave us a chance to see some vegetable harvesting.  As always we marvel at the field workers and the incredibly hard tasks they do each and every day.  These workers are mainly, and perhaps all, Mexican workers. 

Around some of the fields they have these interesting bird houses which we understand to be owl houses.  These are to attract the owls which will keep away some of the other birds such as the doves which tend to be somewhat troublesome.

Then we stopped at a date farm so we could enjoy a date shake.  If you have never had one, they are thick, sweet, and delicious.

The area where we are staying always has an annual light  parade.  While we were not able to get any quality photos, it was quite a parade.  Most of the vehicles were ATV's although there were also Jeeps, golf carts, old cars, trailers - you name it.  There were even a couple of electric bikes.  Each and every one of them had a variety of lights, and showed many unique ways to decorate their vehicle.  We estimated that there were a hundred or so vehicles as it really was quite long.  An enjoyable parade which was accompanied by good company with all of us enjoying pizza.

The week was an enjoyable week which, unfortunately, it ended on a sad note.  Our daughter's family pet very suddenly crossed the rainbow bridge leaving a very empty spot in everyone's heart.  Roman was a special dog who came into their home as a rescue and had a wonderful personality.  He will never be forgotten - RIP Roman.

Next week we will be eagerly awaiting the arrival of jolly old St. Nick.  Thanks for stopping by - may each and every one of you have a very Merry Christmas.

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