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Here we are in Nfld! It is pretty interesting to be in a part of Canada, yet feel like it is totally different from any other area of the country. It actually feels like being in a different country, with some strangely familiar things. Like signs etc. And I feel very different with my accent. As soon as I speak, I feel like a big sign lights up above my head saying "I'm from away"

It is cold with the wind, but with my windbreaker, I'm actually quite fine. (and a sweater underneath). And when the sun comes out, it feels nice and warm.

our flight here went well, though long. Allison picked us up from the airport at 1100 pm. I managed to sleep 3 hours on the plane which decreased the boredom factor of traveling. The next day we went for breakfast, poked around a little bit and then Allison left for her flight to Ottawa and returns tonight. Mom and walked around St. John's, looking in stores and bought some stuff. I got a spectacular toque with ear flaps and a puffin on the front of it! Lots and lots of knitted stuff. Beautiful sweaters. one store is called NONIA, and was started in the beginning of the century as a non-profit to make money to provide nursing services to outport communities. Our hotel has a great view of the harbour, though our particular room does not! This means a steep climb back to our abode, luckily mom is in good shape.

Mom and i plan to do a walking tour of St. John's today and also go to The Rooms.
Allison has the car at the airport as they wouldn't let another driver without charging like $30/day.