Being Canadian

Today was a “chill” day. We decided to stay in the Terra Nova Park and do the things that make us “Canadian”. We woke up in our little tent and had a leisurely breakfast at our campsite. Then we headed over to the Memorial Day and Canada Day service at the Visitor Centre. There was a famous battle in which many Newfoundlanders lost their lives in WWII on July 1, and therefore Newfoundlanders recognize Memorial Day on July 1 as well as Canada Day. We had our Canadian flags and attended the wreath laying ceremony in the rain in the park, then sang O’Canada and ate cup cakes. We also sang “God Save the Queen”. Newfoundlanders are true Canadians. Their show of support for Canada and the Queen is commendable and it was fun to be a part of it. After lunch back at the campsite, we went for a 2 ½ hour hike along the shore of Newnam Sound. The rain came and went, but I am glad to say the temperature warmed up. In the evening, we went to the camp-site’s entertainment “Ocean Idol”, a take of of Canadian Idol based on the various animals in the park. The park staff dressed up like the animal and sang a song and told the animal’s story. The crowd had to select a winner. It was all good fun!