I was at the town summer festival with my friend S on Saturday. There was a lovely parade and threat of rain kept the large crowds away although it was busy enough. It was nice to see all the families out, including grandparents! The local politicians were out waving to the crowds. There were quite a few marching bands and some young dance troupes from the local dance schools, they were a delight. There was even a car with someone dressed up like Queen Elizabeth, Diamond Jubilee and all that!
At the Festival, I picked up a brochure listing non-invasive plants for a southern Ontario garden and was surprised to find that English Ivy and Periwinkle are considered invasive and unwanted. I will therefore keep a close eye on my English Ivy, it does tend to get out of control and stifle the other plants.
On Sunday, M and I went back to the Festival and had lunch there. We shared a peameal bacon sandwich with mustard and sauerkraut, roasted corn on the cob dipped in butter and we had Starbucks blonde coffees. I bought some strawberries from someone's farm. The lady told me never to wash strawberries until you are about to eat them as they get soggy. I should remember not to do that.
There were tethered hot air balloon rides with a long lineup. It's something I might have tried, tethered I mean.
It rained on and off but we had fun!
9 comments:
All it takes is one snip of the scissors and the balloon will sail away. Lol. Sounds like an enjoyable outing, Christine!
Sounds like fun! I have some ivy on my balcony, which was supposed to have taken over everything to make it green - after 6 years it is still small and weedy looking!
Sounds like an awesome festival, would have loved to try that sandwich.
Sounds like a great day out! English Ivy is the only plant I can keep alive!!
Mary x
Sounded like you had fun! I love festivals. :-)
what a beautiful weekend, I never knew periwinkle was an invasive species, I knew English ivy was, I would love to have a balloon ride!
Periwinkle (which we call vinca) CAN take over if you let it. I planted some in a bed about ten years ago, but decided last year it had to go. Since then I pull up the sprouts as I see them, and I think I"m making progress.
My son recently went on a hot air baloon ride for the first time. He enjoyed it, and I look forward to seeing the pictures.
Rain or not, it looks like a good time at the festival. Thanks for stopping by even though I have been an infrequent blogger lately. I must get my act together!!
nice weekend it's look enjoyed
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