I’m back! It feels like I’ve been gone for ages. Which is actually kinda true. Out of the past 20 working days, I’ve been on vacation for 13 of them. I’m living the life I tell you (my desk at work, however, will tell a different tale).
First I was away at a cottage, then my trip to Boston with Jessalyn & Surferwife, and today I’m fresh back from a trip to Ottawa, Ontario (the capital city of Canada – about a 4 hour drive from me). Okay – not a very exciting location. True. We went there primarily for a soccer tournament, but stayed a few extra days to do the tourist thing. I assure you it’s a beautiful city, and we had a good time. And ate out a lot. Which generally helps to determine my like or dislike of a vacation. Having to do your own cooking all week is NOT a vacation in my books.
So, in order to apologize for my extended absence, I brought you back a few pictures.
First, we have Parliament Hill. This building is where our Prime Minister works his “magic” and runs the country. It’s our version of The White House and it’s really old. Like one or two hundred years old or something. You’d think I’d know a little more precisely, but history was never one of my strong subjects. I just like that it looks like a castle. Because when you’re near a castle, you get to pretend you’re a Princess. And then the other people you are with get to be treated like your servants. And that’s fun. For me.
Next we have a picture of a Mountie. Contrary to popular belief, these fine gentleman do NOT roam the streets of Canada. They’re really more ceremonial and are typically only found at special governmental events. Which is why I was really excited to come across this guy.
“Great!” I said. “I can get a picture of me the boys with him! I’m sure the bloggy world will find that amusing!”
To which Willie said “We’ll do it on our way out.”
As you will notice, no one in my family is posing with this gentlemen. That’s because he was gone when we came out. You can blame that on Willie – just like I did.
Next, I will share with you a picture I insisted be taken for no one else’s pleasure but my own. Because I intend to have it blown up, mounted, and hung on the Family Room wall as a constant reminder to the rest of my family.
Also, we ate lots of these. It’s what us Canadians do. Yes, you eat them. And they’re deee LISH! Google them. Go ahead.
And finally, I leave you with this little gift. It should more than make up for my extended absence. This guy was a street performer, and I assure you, what you are about to see on top of his head is real. I saw him several times. I checked thoroughly.
You’re welcome.
19 Responses to “I’m Begging For Your Forgiveness With Photos”
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August 16th, 2010 at 6:59 am
Welcome back. And I’ll forgive you, but only because you begged.
Plus you put a picture of a Mountie on there. I didn’t believe they were everywhere, I didn’t think they continued to exist at all. But I did love the tv show “The Mountie”. I wonder if that’s out on DVD.
August 16th, 2010 at 7:59 am
Ottawa is a great city! And beaver tails are totally DEELISH!!!
Sounds like you had a great holiday Cher!
August 16th, 2010 at 9:27 am
–>Beavertails! I remember getting these as a kid when we went to Ottawa every summer (from Washington, DC!) and always seeing the changing of the guard. Then we got on a boat that floated a river. I’m glad you had a good time!
~deb
August 16th, 2010 at 10:05 am
I was unawares of the dliciousness that Canada has. I must plan a trip. An eating trip.
August 16th, 2010 at 12:13 pm
Beaver tails??? Really?
August 16th, 2010 at 12:37 pm
I might google beaver tails later, but not at work. I’m scuured.
I love the pic…it needs to go in a place of importance where they will see it OFTEN.
You’re forgiven!
August 16th, 2010 at 12:52 pm
That photo is an awesome reminder for all of the males in your house… WOMEN ARE PERSONS. I dare them to say any different!
And beaver tails sounds just a little bit nasty. I’m just sayin…
August 16th, 2010 at 1:29 pm
Welcome back! Beavertails…..do I even want to know?
August 16th, 2010 at 1:45 pm
I’m pretty sure I’m not the first, nor the last, to ask this…
…but what the hell is a beaver tail?
August 16th, 2010 at 1:45 pm
Come on Willie! It’s a dream of mine to get a picture taken with a Mountie!
August 16th, 2010 at 2:45 pm
He looks like Carrot Top…scary!
August 16th, 2010 at 3:30 pm
Welcome hoooooome!!! That sax guy is going to give me nightmares. I’m glad he’s far, far away from where I live.
*hugs*
August 16th, 2010 at 3:46 pm
You and your beave.
I hope you took that picture with me in mind.
August 16th, 2010 at 5:44 pm
I like how you try to redeem yourself for your extended blogging absence by posting about Ottawa and Beaver Tails! That is the cutest and most delightful thing I’ve ever seen. Now what you need to do next time, I send all your bloggy readers a coupon for a free Beaver Tail!
And as much as I’d like to say I was nonchalant about the pictures, I was scrutinizing every last detail! This was a very enjoyable post!
August 16th, 2010 at 11:38 pm
You are on the move! What wonderful photo’s!!! I woulod have forgiven you with or without photo’s!
Thank you for your sweet comment on my blog.
Kristin
August 17th, 2010 at 10:55 pm
Well, GREAT. Just freakin’ GREAT. I have spent 33 years of my life imagining Canada as a land rife with roaming Mounties. And there you go and ruin it.
All future visits CANCELLED.
August 18th, 2010 at 2:54 pm
Wow – your pictures are awesome!!
August 18th, 2010 at 3:18 pm
Like, Real beaver tails? My dad eats beaver…because he traps them for fur…and he doesnt waste any of their parts…his dad/my Papa is Canadian…maybe that is why he loves beaver so much!??
One time my dad gave me some animal’s liver to eat…I was not a fan.
August 20th, 2010 at 1:47 am
Ummmmm, yeah. That last photo pretty much made my night!