Apologies for my tardiness, as it was Thanksgiving weekend in Canada, I enjoyed a weekend away and just relaxed. This is not a bad thing, we all need to decompress regularly. Hence, I did not draft a blog post for today – so I am late.
The trip was to Lloydminster, which is unique in the fact that it spans the Alberta and Saskatchewan border. This may seem unusual, but when you add in the fact that Saskatchewan has an extra sales tax, you can imagine how residents and commercial businesses have to juggle what is paid where! We discovered a wonderful park with the city and enjoyed a leisurely walk with the dogs.
A super chance encounter happened on the way home, when we spied a herd of small ponies. They were curious and met us at the fence. This is why we travel the back roads
I wrote this poem to reflect my road trip experiences.
ROAD TRIP THOUGHTS
Road trips are a joy, incorporating
New places explored
Frequent wildlife encounters
Cherished memories to share
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Increased expectation and excitement
A check list of essentials made
Local sights and attractions investigated
Reservations confirmed and paid
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Double checked suitcase contents
Cooler bag filled with bottled water
Snacks bought to dispense
Extra footwear, jackets and sunglasses
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Early morning start, packing the trunk
A double check before we drive away
Puppies walked, fed, then harnessed in
Breakfast our first stop along the way
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Routes taken – off highway & gravel
Multiple stops for photo opportunities
This is the only way to travel
Wildlife and scenery abound
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Arrival at our lodgings, truck unpacked
Dogs walked, fed then settled
Organizing of our spaces, preferences known
Comfortable companionship not meddled
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Evening meal eaten, then to relax
Tomorrow’s adventure discussed
Reading and writing commence
Time is not rushed
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An easy morning routine
New adventures and sights shown
Snacks gathered and packed
Our destination known
Do you have road trip memories you would like to share?
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