Why I Love Newfoundland

Why I love Newfoundland: – The meal of fish ‘n’ brewis and freshly baked bread – The way people greet you “me luv” – even strangers! – The stories, the yarns! – The best kind of humour wherever you go – People knowing to laugh at themselves – Savoury, the fabulous herb in the bread…

‘I Remember Newfoundland’ – Astrida in Gander, February 1948

Memories like rare jewels are our true happiness; also like a wonderful family, who are our “miracles” of living! I was so fortunate in my life to have so many of those God-given miracles & opportunities. A truly amazing saga my life has been! I was born in Riga, Latvia – the “Amber Land.” A…

‘I Remember Newfoundland’ – Honeymoon Night: June 28, 1952

Memories like rare jewels are our true happiness; also like a wonderful family, who are our “miracles” of living! I was so fortunate in my life to have so many of those God-given miracles & opportunities. A truly amazing saga my life has been! I was born in Riga, Latvia – the “Amber Land.” A…

‘I Remember Newfoundland’ – 57 Years of Bliss: June 28, 2009

Memories like rare jewels are our true happiness; also like a wonderful family, who are our “miracles” of living! I was so fortunate in my life to have so many of those God-given miracles & opportunities. A truly amazing saga my life has been! I was born in Riga, Latvia – the “Amber Land.” A…