St John's Signal Hill

We spent another lovely day with our 1360 some Newfoundland brothers and sisters - managed to meet up with a lovely couple (Edna and Max) from Fortune who will let us crash in their spare room for a night on our way to SPM. Standing with them was a young sister named Megan who asked "Surrey? You wouldn't happen to know the Jacksons, would you? Nancy Jackson is my sister's mother-in-law: Stephanie married Russel." Of course, against all odds, we do know the Jackson family, having actually grown up in the same neighborhood.

We heard 8 get baptized in what can only be called a largish tub - definitely not a pool - we saw nothing because it was hidden behind the dozen or so spectators standing in front! Everyone was also very excited about the new release, which was presented to us by a familiar face and voice: Clyve Thomas from the Canadian Branch.

After the session we ended up eating at a Ponderosa Steak House (ground steak, mind you, but not bad) where we met with a bunch of Witnesses from various parts of Newfoundland, each one eager to tell us that her corner of the Island is the prettiest to see, and best to live in. One couple asked if we know anyone who'd worked in International Construction work - it turns out they are friends with Fred Sherman, and Trent Wiltze. I have ceased being surprised at such coincidences.

Tomorrow Carol, who hails from Comox, BC, will introduce us to the LeDrew family, who frequently go to SPM to preach. All in all, it was a productive dinner!

After a copious meal, we meandered down to St. John's to have a look at Cabot Tower, up on Signal Hill. While not breathtaking in any way, it's still a lovely view and an interesting historical point of interest.