We woke up a few mornings ago to this friendly visitor, right outside our patio door – Hello! She was no more than three feet away – close enough to touch. By the time we got our camera – of course – she had moved on a bit. She nonchalantly strolled down to The Doctor’s House without a care in the world, other than a ‘what are you doing on my property’ look on her face. She seemed seemed grateful that we’re growing all this grass for her – we think she’ll be back!
Gorgeous Green’s Harbour
Last Sunday we shared a picture of the sun setting in Green’s Harbour, and it’s such a beautiful sight out here we had to share one again. The Berry and I have recently moved to The Doctor’s Study, a sweet little home at The Doctor’s House, for the remainder of the summer. We’re less than a 5 minute drive from the cottages (making weekend trips to the Shag It easy!), and we’re enjoying the new surroundings – although we do miss being right on the ocean’s edge, of course. These sunsets though, prove that wherever you are in the province, you’re in for a treat at dusk!
Through the Trees
We often feature photos taken by professional Newfoundland artists here on the blog, to help us showcase the beauty of this province – and the talent of our people. I’m no photographer, but these shot of The Doctor’s House is pretty artistic, right? Taken by yours truly! Although, it’s probably hard to NOT take a beautiful shot out here on the Baccalieu Trail, right?
Information & Networking Reception
We’re excited that the Shag It will be hosting a Networking Reception this coming Monday, in partnership with NLOWE, the Newfoundland & Labrador Organization of Women Entrepreneurs (of which The Berry is a happy member). From 2-4pm on June 2, come on down to learn how this great organization can help you start or grow your business and achieve business success. We’ll be serving refreshments – and the event is free, you just need to register.
We’re doubly excited because this event will also be the book launch for Phyllis Reardon’s new book, Heal Yourself. Phyllis is a local Whiteway-enthusiast and loves the Shag It, and we’re delighted to help spread the word about her great new project. And we hope to see you Monday!
Special Visitors
Now that The Berry and I have been staying at The Doctor’s Study, a little home on the grounds at The Doctor’s House, we have some new friends – like the beautiful robin who visits us each morning. We now know why she’s such an ardent visitor – she has a sweet little nest to tend to! It’s out on our balcony, so we’re blessed to watch this little family grow right outside our window. And, we now have to keep Friday and and Murphy off the balcony! 
Stay tuned – if we’re able to get some pictures of the chicks, we’ll surely share!
Goat Park!
Perry, our Groundskeeper at The Doctor’s House, came up with a great idea to build a Goat Park for Rosie and Eweness. Rosie is playful and energetic, but we can’t let her roam because she tries to head off-property, and she could also hurt herself on some of our vegetation.
So we’ve setup this big rock to start the park, right across from the duck pond. We’re going to fence it in and add lots for them to jump up on and over. Rosie and Eweness are about to be the luckiest bovines around!
Getting Better, Inside and Out
Each day we’re that little bit closer to our first wedding season at The Doctor’s House, but, thankfully, each day we’re a little bit closer to finishing the Big Barn, or big construction project, too. We have a great team, and they’re doing a great job. We can’t wait to see the finished results, and we know our lovely brides and grooms feel the same way!
Soaking Up Local Culture
We had a great time in Bay Roberts this past weekend, celebrating Newfoundland food and culture and our connection to the sea, at the annual Songs, Stages and Seafood Festival. The food was amazing, and we’re not just biased because our executive chef at The Doctor’s House, Chris Chafe, did a fabulous job on his halibut on birch. The meal was especially good because of a new program that lets your track where your fish comes from. Go to www.thisfish.info and key in N625586 to find out where Chris’ fish was caught, who caught it and more. This new traceability program was created by the Fishery Union to help tourists become familiar with our culture and our people – very cool!
Thanks to the organizers of this great event, for promoting Newfoundland culture, and the Baccalieu Trail (our favourite!) in such a fun and novel way. 
Sunset at The Doctor’s House
The Berry and I have temporarily moved to The Doctor’s House for the summer. And while we miss watching the ocean right out our back window, we have many new pleasures here in Green’s Harbour – like the birds chirping, the flowers blooming, the groomed trails to walk down to the waterfront. And of course, because we’re still in Newfoundland, the glorious sunsets – that never changes.
Second Weekend at the Shag It
It’s hard to believe that summer is finally here – but here it is, and an open Shag It Cafe proves it. This is the second weekend that Cate Dore has run our beautiful cafe this year, serving guests – to great acclaim, we might add – from the beautiful new menu she’s created. The Berry and I will definitely be popping down for a bite – hopefully we’ll see you there!
Thanks to great guest and friend Arlene for the great shot of her Cod Father sandwich wrap, enjoyed last weekend. Stop by today or tomorrow from 11-7pm to try yours!