Someone stole my debit card number and used it to withdraw cash in New York. The past week has been one of abrupt departure, many tears, fast driving and general high drama. I'm in Calais Maine, finally getting this straightened out. Waiting for money and documents will give me some time to settle back down and rationally decide what's next. Thanks to Michelle D., brother Mike and Robin R. for helping to get this solved...
But the quick trip out of Newfoundland included some more great music. Wade Hillier (surprize), his daughters and a Newfie folkie named Daniel Payne provided the Saturday night Iceberg Festival entertainment. One of the daughters did a sweet rendition of "If I Die Young". Wade continued to dazzle with his songs and went into high gear when he and Daniel did some duets. Truly, truly wonderful stuff, great talent and much gusto.
As the drama was unfolding, I did get a chance to attend Neddy's Night at the Gros Morne Theater Festival. Several of the songs were old time things by NF writers. Interesting and authentic, but lacking the spirit, skill or passion of the previous event.
Finally, the ferry ride back to the mainland had Dave Pike and his partner Judy singing to the passengers. His background music was pre-recorded and reminiscent of the Sunday polka show on WMNF...oom pa pa, oom pa pa. And he did some Elvis songs. Well, even Newfie music can sound like lounge music...enough said.
So here I sit in the campground, biding time, cleaning out the camper, crocheting, reading and generally trying to relax and decide where to go next. Looks like there's something going on at the clubhouse tonight...
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