For a chuckle.....

I've read a number of great books lately, and have a "book review" post swirling around in my head.....

In the meantime, you might get a kick out of the photo!

Stay tuned....

Ottawa...precious time.

 Beginning our walk with a map in hand...off to the Parliament Buildings.

 Eric did not pose for this photo....I just snapped, and I know he is going to totally love that I posted it on my blog.

 Sir Wilfred Laurier.

 Eric went inside the parliament building to hunt down tickets for our (free) tour of the buildings.  As I was waiting I first heard, and then SAW this group of protestors marching towards the podium.  

 I couldn't really figure out what they were going on about.....something about workers, or unions.  I wondered if THEY knew what they were going on about.  I just felt like marching up to the podium with a simple speech..." G.e.t.  B.a.c.k. to W.o.r.k.!"  You'll be pleased to know that I restrained myself.

 The inside of the Parliament building.  It is a wonderful tour, that I would recommend to anyone.  The library was VERY impressive....not allowed to take photos in there.  Too bad.

 We took a break for a "Beaver Tail."  Delicious!  I had nutella and icing sugar on mine....and then I had icing sugar and nutella all over my face and baby belly!  

The Canadian War Museum.  Another MUST see.   It wasn't overly busy, but we were joined by a group (or platoon, or station, or whatever they call themselves) of army guys (and a few gals too).

This little sign just looked SO Dutch to me!

The Canadian/Dutch relationship had its own little corner of the museum.

"Women are persons too" statues.....also a neat place to take a photo.

There were statues and monuments like these all over.

Thanks to my hard working husband for being so willing to "splurge" on a week-end such as this.....and my parents for moving in to watch their grandchildren!

They are for SALE......

Did I ever think years ago when I started this blog that I would be posting photos of reptiles?

No sireee!

Here they are.....some babies.

After working hard for over 2 years developing his "jungle", Jacob now has baby crested geckos to sell.

Three adults....about 15 plus babies.

He sold his first one this week through Kijiji (for $30)!   Very exciting!

Three more are on "hold" with a buyer wanting them for his children for Christmas.

We're proud of you Jacob!

ANY OTHER TAKERS?



Our nations's capital- Ottawa.

Eric and I had a wonderful long week-end away exploring Ottawa!   There are many great historical sights to see.  We were only able to pick and choose, as we really had only two full days (excluding the Sunday) to hit the "town."   We did loads of walking, but the brain can only process sooo many museums in a short time!
What a beautiful city!
500 bonus points to my parents for watching the children!  They are alway so willing!
More photos to follow.....(I was having trouble with uploading tonight).