Pony ride at Free Spirit Riding Stables with Angie - before the rain. It was a great day for watching movies and playing charades (just kidding).

Fresh Ontario fruit from local markets - couldn't resist. Strolling down the stalls, visiting with your neighbours, sampling goodies and purchasing what you need to eat is a very civilized way to greet Saturday morning. Farmers Markets in Peterborough, Cobourg and Hastings are a favourite if you get out of bed early! Artisan breads and ethnic treats usually go quickly.

Woody Woodpecker dropped in for some peanuts today.....I waited for the laugh but he was too busy eating. The birds are starting to gather - isn't that a sign of autumn?

Rare sight - indoor swimming pool without any swimmers....doesn't happen often so I thought I would save the image.

It's been a lovely week - tomorrow will be sad as the international crowd says goodbye. See you all next year!

The Wild Blue Yonder crowd was concentrating hard on the numbers this afternoon (keeping cool as well) at the traditional Bingo with Wilma session. Lesson learned: Do not mess with Bingo. While this was happening the skies opened up and we had a monsoon rain (for mere minutes) before the sun came out again. So very Caribbean.

We had a preview of new desserts for the end of summer menu....OMG! Forget about the main course and go straight to dessert....trust me on this!

Despite the craziness of the day we managed a quick family celebration for Stephen's birthday....many happy returns.

Work, work, work....Donna Cane, innkeeper at The Victoria Inn (Gore's Landing - on the south side of Rice Lake) and Peter discussing the possibilities of a NorthShore initiative to create a Ring Around Rice Lake tour. After the meeting we enjoyed a lovely dinner on the patio with friends, entertained by the sunset, before boating home. After the storms of the afternoon, it was a perfect night - calm and cool - for being out on the lake.

It's been an active week on the Resort....just can't keep up with those badminton birdies....lots of action on the court. Tennis players galore....they look serious so beware.

Early morning view of the Resort from the fishing guide boat. Sleepy Hollow soon woke up and families headed up to the stables on the horsedrawn wagon for pony rides. Ellen had guests join her for the morning garden harvest; Ruth had interested parties for the egg gathering and waterskiing was busy.....it was quite the day.

Mark your calendars for a few events.....Grand Opening of The Spa @ Elmhirst's is scheduled for Sunday August 15 with invitation-only sessions on August 16 and 17. If you would like to be invited please email Julia stay@elmhirst.com.

August 27 watch the sky for Mars coming close (it will look like there are two moons) - a once in a lifetime phenom.

October 02 & 03 the Kawartha Fall Colour Cycling Tour takes place at Elmhirst's Resort - come and meet other cyclists and tour the area - all riders welcome! Call for details.

The Kosela family shared their photos - looking cool in the stone chair and looking down the lake from their dock. Thank you.

Hunter is under the weather after an accident in the woods resulted in stitches across her back leg - her surgery was a success and it looks as though she will be in fine form soon. Guests are asking about her and of course we are missing her on our morning walk.

Thanks to all who supported our Bake Sale for The Arthritis Society today...we raised $100 for the cause and saw lots of smiles. Wilma is the greatest campaign manager ever!