Sailing on the South Shore

Terri and Drew

Embarking on a journey by sailboat is a daunting and daring idea for many. For certain it is not for the 
faint of heart or for those in a hurry. It is special and unique to be able to experience even a part of it. You learn early on that living or staying on a 39 foot sailboat with about 200 square feet of living space is a far cry from conventional life. The adjustment is easier than you might think.

Time slows to a crawl out here on the east coast, and it’s easy to fall into the unhurried pace of life. This too is fitting, because living on a sailboat means that each task to be done, each meal to be cooked, takes a measure of time, planning and patience to complete.  Pleasure is found in the simple things like a coffee on deck, the sun shining on a beautiful bay, the people that you meet and the time spent with good friends. The joy is in the journey itself. 

H2OBO in Halifax 

Seeing Maggie and Branko for the first time since they left is an ecstatic reunion. It’s so easy to pick up where we left off, happy to be together on this leg of their adventure. 

Lunenburg

Evening in Mahone Bay

We were fortunate to make several stops along the spectacular south shore of Nova Scotia. We had excellent weather for both sailing and motoring. We motored and sailed to Chester, followed by the town of Mahone Bay, a day trip (via hitchhike and taxi) to Lunenburg and motored/sailed to Hubbard’s Cove for our last day. Lucky for us the taxi to Lunenburg showed up when it did - Branko claimed that no one would stop for us because the less pretty couple (Drew & I), were leading the thumb attempt. But, we’ll never know for sure. I must give mention to Mike the horse in Lunenburg – if you are ever there, he is tethered near the downtown wharf with his carriage attached, and stamps his hoof impatiently waiting to take his next customers for a tour of the town.

Terri

Each location has its own charm, as well as the renowned east coast hospitality. In Chester, we dined on fresh beans compliments of a local who took a shine to Maggie during a walk and a chat. We were offered the loan of several cars, by people who knew us all of a few minutes. When Maggie and I ended up at the beach in Hubbard’s Cove without any cash for the entry fee, we were graciously allowed entrance with no second thought. It’s easy to see why people fall in love with this part of the country. 
The highlight has been being able to spend our time with our best friends, sharing lots of good laughs, great food, music and just plain fun. Branko and Drew got an enormous amount of pleasure over the use of a $10 game set that included Dominoes and Backgammon. Maggie and I trounced Drew & Branko several times playing euchre, and the game of hearts has become our new challenge.
   
One of my favourite times was an early morning walk in Mahone Bay with just Maggie and I. We found the best view of the famous 3 churches, and enjoyed a beautiful calm and sunny morning, sipping on a coffee as we walked and chatted. 

Fishing floats

We had a beautiful time, and are looking forward to more!
 Thanks again Maggie and Branko!    


                                                                Terri and Drew


Note from H2obo: pictures and blog by Terri