For the most part, the drive from Portland to Plymouth was uneventful, except for the outrageous tolls in each state. Maine charged $4.00, then when we crossed thru New Hampshire, they charged $7.00; don't yet know what Massachussetts will charge until we leave the state. And we were advised that if we went through Boston, we would pay another toll and on the advice of the info centre gal, we took I-95 which goes way around Boston and also "avoids" heavy traffic. I don't know what her idea of heavy traffic is as we varied from 3 lanes to 5-6 and every lane was full and moving at a pretty good clip.
The drive at this point was sometimes a little unnerving. Their merge lanes are NOW, the lanes are narrow (former horse & buggy lanes that they seemed to just have paved over), and very very short notice of upcoming exits. I had the Streets & Trips program up on the computer, a large map of Massachussetts, a blown up map of Greater Boston, all in an effort to keep us on track (and succesfully I might add), to our destination.
Because we never know our time frames we did not have a booking at any RV parks. So, as we drove along, I got the CAA book out and started searching for parks that had 3 way hook ups with 50 amps. Also using a website called: rvparkreviews.com
which covers Canada, the US and Mexico to get an idea of what the park is about.
The KOA in Middelboro, our first choice, was full so we booked into Ellis Haven, arriving about 3:30 in the afternoon.
The only problem with this site is that in order for Dale to have his satellite, we have to park on a funny angle which means our sewer hose doesn't reach!! Decisions, decisions. So have had TV for the last couple of nights but won't for tonight. I've been doing my favourite hobby again, laundry, so we need to hook up!
We spent the rest of Thursday getting organized for a five night stay and then got the BBQ out to enjoy a steak, salad and roasted potatoes and just enjoyed the quiet (until the yahoos "rednecks??" next door lit a bonfire at midnight and started to party). However, it was either shortlived or I fell asleep to wake to another beautiful day.
Friday morning with a few chores out of the way, Dale's cousin & spouse arrived (Glenn & Glenna Bodin) and took us on a brief tour of Plymouth and then to the "Lobster Hut" for lunch. We were able to sit on the patio, right on the harbour and enjoy a "Fisherman's Platter for Two". My word, talk about food; it consisted of fried clam strips, huge MA shrimp, mouth melting scallops, white fish and fries. Dale and I were actually not able to eat it all, which tells you how big the portions were! Then a further drive around the city before dropping us back at the bus. They had invited us to dinner as well so they went off to do some shopping and I made a blackberry/blueberry pie to contribute.
With Glenna's directions in hand, we left in dusk to drive over to Plympton. Actually made it (with me driving no less) without any wrong turns. It was about a 20-25 minute drive, so really not too far. Daughter Buffy and husband Tom, with their two kids, Nicholas and Autumn joined us as well. We had last seen them at the family reunion in Buck Lake, Alberta two years ago.
Well, talk about more food. They had sweet corn on the cob, as many lobster as you could eat dipped in your own little butter dish and a wonderful salad. I managed two lobster and Dale did about the same. All that was then followed by pie! We were stuffed to the gills. So much for the resolution to watch our portions and eat more sensibly so we would not gain any "more" weight on this trip!!! However, we had a great vist and enjoyed good conversation over a wonderful family dinner, before we dared try to find our way home in the dark. Glenna sent us off with a doggy bag and when I checked it to put in the fridge it was more lobster and corn!! So, we know what tonight's supper is going to be....can't wait!!
It is now Saturday a.m., and Dale is finishing off some outside chores. We are on our own today so plan on exploring some historical areas and enjoy the history here; eg: The Mayflower arrived at Plymouth Rock in 1609 with 138 people on board.
So, till next time....
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