Winding Down- Nova Star

The Nova Star cruises is winding down to the final trip October 13. We have served all season and will be happy to have a break before our next work schedulr. My off time will be spend studing and writing stories for another book to be published in Spring of 2015.

"Trylen Conspiracy"

I've recently released my novel  "Trylen Conspiracy"  at lulu.com.
What is the meaning of Trylen? It is in fact a swedish word meaning "the divide". I thought it was perfect for my fact-filled fictional short story writings of my book. Take a free look at the part of the first chapter at lulu.com link...

Nova Star Cruises sold over 20,000 visits in August!

I'm proud to say the Yarmouth to Portland ferry service is turning into a success for the Nova Scotia people! I'm off to a celebration with staff this after-noon as August say over 20,000 persons visiting both Canadian and US shores!


Nova Star: More than 20,000 tickets purchased in August

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Published Date Thursday, 28 August 2014 22:18

Written by Staff Report

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With three sailing days remaining in August, the latest figures showed that 20,206 tickets had been purchased for passengers to travel onboard the new cruise ferry Nova Star this month, linking Portland and Yarmouth, Nova Scotia.
More than 20,000 tickets purchased to sail in August put the current August average at 652 passengers per day, which is in line with Nova Star Cruises' goal to host between 500 and 700 passengers per day on average during its peak season, the cruise ferry service reported.
"Nova Star's August passenger numbers provide confidence that there is a growing market in the U.S. and Canada for the ferry service and that awareness of the ferry services is beginning to be re-established after an almost 5 year hiatus of service," said Mark Amundsen, President and CEO, Nova Star Cruises.
Nova Star Cruises attributed the 20,206 passengers in August, 55 percent more than July's 13,043 passengers, to many factors, including positive customer feedback on social media, marketing efforts, new rates and packages, onboard events and warmer weather.
"We are continuing to focus on driving more passengers and visitors to Nova Scotia for the remainder of the season and are making important travel and motor coach contacts to secure reservations for next year and beyond," said Amundsen.
Nova Star Cruises recently announced that it has partnered with Atlantic Tours and North American Traveler to offer packages for its guests, including travel on the Nova Star to New England to shop in Freeport, catch a Broadway production of "The Lion King" in Boston, or take in the sights of Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.
The Province of Nova Scotia signed an agreement with STM Quest Inc., a joint venture of Quest Navigation Inc. of Maine and ST Marine Ltd. of Singapore, to restore the Yarmouth-Portland ferry service. The Cat, which operated from 2006 to 2009, was the last ferry service between the two regions.
Visit www.novastarcruises.com for more information on Nova Star Cruises.


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Hazel Stos

Back in the Winter of 2008, I was searching for something missing in my spirituality. Not knowing exactly what it was, I was asked by an employee of the Yarmouth SPCA, if I knew about a group of women practicing 'something' in the back woods of Springdale, NS. I didn't think I had heard of this group of practitioners and was unfamiliar with what exactly they studied. She arranged for me a phone call from a member and I was soon invited to a new member meeting to be 'checked out'.

I arrived at the home with members present, only to realize I already knew two of them sense almost childhood! The third attending member was Hazel. She and I talked much over the next 6 years. We shared beach combing, shopping, trips to Meteghan for lunch and weekly house details at her place. Not to mention weekly chats in our exclusive Spirituality study group, inspired by Edgar Cayce, a 20th century prophet.

I was very sad to hear of her passing and wanted to share a short video made at her home. I'm glad I made it...even if she says only a few short words, she is deeply missed...

Hazel's Memory Book

A Riddle

A Riddle for You~

Am the beginning of the end and the end of time and space.

 I am essential to creation.

 I surround every place.

Who Am I?

Pairing Event Artwork

I attended my Pairings Event on July 26th at the Yarmouth County Museum on Collins Street in Yarmouth to read my two short stories I wrote for local artists, Ivan Blades and Carole Rogers. This is an annual event for writers and artists to get together and work. It was well attended and everyone enjoyed the art and food provided! Here's the paintings, short stories I wrote plus a few pictures of the event. 

~There are also limited post-card editions available at the Museum for those who would like a copy for sharing or treasures. Hope you enjoy!

Dearest

Dearest,

It’s been almost four years. The last time I looked, you were a little older grayer and worse off, maybe, than before. I realized watching you are still hiding behind the mask you wore as a youth. The one I fell for, head-over-heels. Do you remember those first summer days? Basking in hot sun, watching the sea roll up to kiss your toes? Sneaking a peek at me over a cup of coffee?  The freedom of a bridle-less ride on a white horse?  So many things that brought us together, nice and not so nice...

As I sit looking out my window, remembering every word you ever said. There wasn't that many, after all. Phrases that meant the most were never uttered. They burst forth in a vibration of caring that moved the mind, body and spirit for each of us. Every embrace more entwined than the last. Time has gone by. We are different now but still the same inside. A smile crinkles up my lips. Believe that I know it’s still there. Don't think for a moment it will ever stop. We build our relationship on that what we cannot touch with our hands. Speak your truth, if that’s what you desire. No matter what is said, love will return, every morning, in a brilliant white light.

@ BeverlyWells-Pinkney2014

Drum

Darkness. The white crescent moon hangs still in the night sky. Pulling my sweater closer, I walk in silence down the twisted path. The shadows of the forest never hampered my direction. After a few minutes, I hear the ocean. Steadily it rolls in the salty air. Arriving on the beach, the waters dance in the dim moon light. Putting a match to my all-ready prepared pile of driftwood, the flames quickly engulfed the dry timbers, warming my hands as I listened to the woods behind me moan in tune to the waves. Slowly my friends began to arrive though the forest path, each drawn there for their own reason. We talk of our time away from each other, bringing a mixture of knowledge for reflection.

An owl hoots in the old black spruce as clouds pass over. A prayer is offered to Mother Earth as we commence, vibrating the body, mind and spirits of all participants. I start to tap my drum as the other drummers begin. We blend in rhythmic tones. Our hearts combining as one was our souls unite in a sacred bliss of rhythms. As we wind thru the journey of the music, we all reach out to our Master, asking for direction, blending the love and wisdom of ancient ancestors into harmony. Winding down to a soft tap of the drum skin, we end our chant. After hugging, we part ways, again, leaving the dying fire, each belonging to the Sun and Moon cycles, we all agree.

@BeverlyWells-Pinkney2014

Spirits on the Streets of Yarmouth (and others)

Always wanted to find out about the local haunts? David Sollow will be hosting a Spirit Walk starting at the Old Yarmouth Jail on Wednesday, July 23 at 7 p.m. This is a free event.

quote-"“We’ve got lots of spirits. We have the spirits of the restless and dear departed…sometimes the not so dear departed.”-David Sollows

                                          Parade of Lights- COMING July 26th,2014 at dusk

 Yarmouth will be holding a Grand Parade on Main Street July 19th as well as a decorated water-craft  Parade of Lights on July 26th as part of its Seafest activities. This will be a great time to come visit the Town and take part in the many fun events taking place. I've added a link schedule at the bottom so you can see what day will be best! Loads go'in on...See ya there!


Seafest Schedule

David Sollows Spirit Walks