Taking on the Maritimes

Our move to Nova Scotia

                        

Learning to plan meals so they are perfectly timed and finished when Graeme gets home and changes out of his work clothes is...hard. But I’ve been getting quite a bit of practise. As of today I’ve officially been in Nova Scotia, with my fiancé, for 2 months! Graeme and I left Chatham June 19, at 2 in the morning. We arrived in Nova Scotia at about 11 that night and stayed at Jay’s house (Graeme’s friend and fellow paramedic from Ontario). The next day we moved into our new apartment and we’ve been loving life every since. So, for those family and friends who we have been out of touch with for the past couple months, here’s an update on how things have been going:

- Mom and Shawn’s trip out East was a great success. We loved having them here and can’t wait for them to visit again! (we also hope they loved it too, and have been telling you all about how amazing their trip was...so you’ll want to come visit us as well!)

- When we first arrived we spent most of our days shopping and looking for things for the apartment. We’ve furnished everything but the guest bedroom, but continue to look for more home touches to make the place our own. My favourite part of the apartment is the chaise lounge Graeme got me as a graduation present; his favourite thing is the antique chest we bought for a coffee table. See below for some pictures of 14-171 King Street.

- Fortunately, Graeme and I have had lots of time to explore the East coast. So far we have made ourselves familiar with not only Truro, but also the Northumberland shore area. We’ve also visited Hopewell Rocks in New Brunswick to see the highest tides in the world! My favourite Nova Scotia tourist attraction has to be Sugar Moon Farm (and if you come to visit, I will be sure to take you there)!

- Last weekend my friend Carling, and her boyfriend Jordan, came to visit us for a few days. We were thrilled to have some company and enjoyed taking them to Halifax, Peggy’s cove and Gulf Shore Provincial Park (and yes, just like Mom and Shawn, Carling and Jordan were forced on a trip to Sugar Moon Farm).

- As of Friday, I will start my new job at the Holiday Inn in Truro. I will be working at the front desk and look forward to working on my interpersonal skills!

- Other than that, I spend most of my days (when Graeme is at work) cooking, cleaning, going to the library or for a walk, and doing girly stuff like painting my nails and planning our wedding (see our wedding website at http://www.theknot.com/wedding/Luby-and-Cheney)!

We hope everyone back in Ontario is having a terrific summer. We miss you all and can’t wait to come home soon!

Sending all our love from the East coast,

Alex and Graeme xo 

Mom and me. 

Cape D'or Lighthouse (http://www.capedor.ca/index.html)

Being silly with Mom and Shawn

Graeme's pride and joy

Our new car! 2010 Jeep Patriot

The living room (viewed from the bedroom)

A special thanks to Mom for the gorgeous table!

Finally, a new shower curtain (pictures do not do it justice!)

The view of our apartment from my chaise lounge

Graeme falling asleep while texting after a long day at work

Our latest project; a fabric covered bulletin board for the bedroom

Hopewell Rocks (http://www.thehopewellrocks.ca)

Graeme and I; Hopewell Rocks

Nope, he's not afraid to sport a pink backpack!

Graeme and Jay enjoying the view

Graeme and his favourite Pumphouse Blueberry Ale (brewed in Moncton, New Brunswick)

"Flower pot" rock

Getting dirty, but having fun

Hanging out at the Split Crow in downtown Truro 

Enjoying an early supper in Peggy's cove

Graeme shows off his photography skills at Peggy's Cove Lighthouse

Peggy's cove; the most idyllic Maritime village

Visiting the Swissair Memorial site while in Peggy's Cove

Saying goodbye to Carling and Jordan at the airport (and no we are not giving the Vulcan salute, this is our lobster impression)