Journey to the Lighthouse

This week finally reached the mid 40’s, sunshine and no wind. Yesterday was the first day we could truly walk outside and not feel cold. It was time to do a little more sightseeing. A big ocean is nearby and we love to be near the seaside, so off we went to Peggy’s Cove. Nova Scotia’s Eastern Shore was beckoning to us. Peggy's Cove is 26 miles southwest of Halifax. We drove across the MacDonald Bridge into Halifax. Two bridges connect Dartmouth to Halifax plus a couple of ferries. Of course, one could always drive around the bay but that would be slow going.

The Eastern Shore is scenic yet sparsely populated. It is dotted with dozens of small fishing villages and communities.

Peggy’s Cove has a population of 120 is noted for its lighthouse. It is an octagonal lighthouse, said to be one of the most photographed in the world. During the summer many tour buses can be seen.

Can you see there are two seagulls lined up like soldiers keeping watch over the lighthouse?

The coast is also very different from anything that we have seen before. It is very rocky and rough looking.

As you get close to the cove, the rocks are smooth and have flat surfaces and form many geometric designs. It makes for good walking. However, warnings advise sightseers to beware of rogue waves that sometimes come inland quite a distance and can ruin your day if you are in the wrong place.

Besides the lighthouse, fishing is also prominent. Fishing boats, lobster traps and outbuildings to support the fishermen can be seen. We enjoyed some delicious fish and chips and seafood chowder in a restaurant at the cove.

There is also a very interesting old church in the village, so typical of many others seen throughout Nova Scotia.

Besides feasting upon the scenic beauties of our new home, we also continue to enjoy spiritual benefits from our service in our ward. This last week we had a break through with an inactive Hispanic sister whom we have been assigned to home teach. Elder Foley first called her but got a negative response. Sister Foley then tried her hand by baking cookies for her. When we showed up on her door, she didn’t answer so we left them on the doorstep. The next thing we know she was calling Sister Foley on the phone and inviting us to come over. We had a good visit and really enjoyed getting to know her. We feel optimistic about helping her with her problems. The way to a person’s heart is sometimes through their stomach.

And lastly, we saw our first Spring flower growing by the temple fence yesterday. That is surely a reminder of the upcoming Easter season and the rebirth of all things.