We were thrilled when we claimed our luggage after getting off the ferry. We were prepared to pay dearly for excess luggage but they never weighed it or counted how many bags we had. (9 boxes and 8 suitcases) I like this laid-back island attitude.
Our hosts, the Mahy family, have a lovely home with plenty of space for a large garden. We have been enjoying their strawberries and raspberries.
There are watchtowers all along the coasts. This one used to be a windmill until the Germans added the top part during the occupation.
Gotta love climbing on the rocks
By bus and car we have traversed Guernsey several times and there are postcard views everywhere.
This is a "hedge veg." There are many little stands that sell flowers and produce with an honesty box for the money.
St. Peter Port, the main town in Guernsey
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A traffic sign we had never seen before. I guess they can't call them roundabouts because they aren't very round.
The charming bus shelters in St. Peter Port
Elvis Parsley, one of several cows around the island that will be auctioned for charity.
Dining al fresco overlooking the port.
The chicken pie was excellent and I've decided that I like mushy peas, but who puts gravy on french fries?
We wondered how streets could possibly be narrower in Guernsey, but they are. With a tall stone wall one one side and a hedge on the other, pedestrians don't have a place to go should there be two cars coming.
This is the rented building that church services are held in. It was an unforgettable experience being only 2 of maybe 12 adults in attendance.
The elders with Holly, a recent convert. Holly is the key to our future here. It seems that her father is leaving for Egypt soon and will be gone 4-5 months. He has agreed to let us live in his flat. We are ecstatic!
A beautiful view of Pembrooke Bay from a large outcropping of rock.
And my favorite sign of the day. ;-)
2 comments:
Brighton is sure going to miss you but boy the good you can do on this little beautiful island! That cow is hysterical. I wonder just who is going to buy it. And where would they put it? :)
Guernsey looks to be an eclectic & fun island! What beautiful coastline it has. They are blessed to have you there!
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