A Day In Canada

Canada, oh Canada - it was fun but I'm glad to be home!

Yesterday we drove across the Rainbow Bridge into Canada. Our destination for the day was Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Dean and I had visited this town in 2001 and I knew that Suze would really enjoy seeing it. It should be called Flower Town as there are flowers everywhere. It is a tourist town with lots of shops lining the street and tourists from all over the world. One just has to sit on one of the benches and chances are you will see people from many countries.

After a afternoon of walking, looking, and a little shopping we went to the park by Lake Ontario where the Niagara River comes to a end. The weather was perfect today and that made it great for a day at the park for a lot of people. We saw at least a half dozen newlyweds. Not sure if the wedding had taken place at the park or if they were there just for picture taking. Either way it is a beautiful setting for the occasion.

Heading back to Niagara Falls we stopped at a winery to sample Ice Wine. Ummm good. If you haven't had any and you get this way be sure to stop and sample some.

Dinner was at the Fallsview Casino buffet. It was very good but also very pricey! $22.00 per person. We decided that paying that much we wanted a table with a view. We had to wait about 5 min, but it was worth it. We looked out at the American Falls. What a view!

After eating we went to their courtyard area for the falls in color. It was a little disappointing as there was so much shrub and trees it was difficult to get a really good view. Oh well, you live and learn - right? I did get a couple of nice pictures though.

Leaving Niagara Falls, Canada after dark was a nightmare!! People everywhere making it very difficult to drive - especially when your not sure where your going. We finally made it back to the bridge and cleared customs without any wait or problems. It's so good to be back in the US of A!!! I Love America!

I have posted pictures at Picasa - I hope you enjoy them. If anyone know the names of some of the flowers/plants let me know. Especially the one plant that has the flowers hanging upside down.

Till next time - God Bless and be safe....