Sunshine at Last

Breadablane Trail, Prince Edward Island.

After 5 days of often very heavy rain, this trail and an almost sunny day were just what I needed.  

How had I not found it on my previous visits to the island? So lush, verdant and green. A very slow 6.5 km as I appreciated its shimmering greens, early autumn colour, gurgling stream, berries, moss, little critters and winding, ever-changing trail.

The journey there wasn't too bad either!

The trailhead

The sunshine finally broke through the leaves.

A short distance on the Confederation Trail.

Dunk River at the trail end.

And why I stopped along the way.

The tree I had to scramble under with great difficulty.

This little critter wasn't happy with me.

Nearing the trail's end.

Morning tea at a conveniently nearby park.

A trail of sheer bliss from start to finish.

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Return to Prince Edward Island

 On Thursday, 27 August, 12.20 am, after 32 hours of travel and no sleep, I was finally greeted by my wonderful son at Charlottetown Airport. My body clock was still on Brisbane time, so even though I was feeling totally shattered, I only managed 5 hours of sleep before I was up and cuddling my Grandees.

The week before departure was stressful. Air Canada cancelled my flight from Vancouver to Toronto and offered me a refund, just 5 days before flying! Thankfully, our wonderful travel agent, Alana, spent many hours securing seats for me to travel a day earlier. 'The Book', my Grandfather's memoirs, was finally completed Saturday night. I pressed send Sunday morning, but there was a glitch! I had to wait until 9 am on Monday for assistance. Again, I was rescued by amazing service. Marie from Photobookshop spent most of the day guiding me through the problem. 9.30 am Tuesday finally saw the files successfully sent! The following day, at the same time, I was boarding Air Canada flight ACO36 to Vancouver.

Day one: the family had all left by 8.30. I sorted my luggage and then headed to my favourite pond. My tiredness faded immediately. My photos will tell you why. 

Late summer colour

                     

I have been surprised by autumn's presence. It seems so early.

The breathtaking natural beauty of Hyde Pond.

A wondrous introduction to the beauty of the island to be explored over the next few weeks.

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