GRAND MANAN, N.B.

Overcast, cool at -1C, strong northerly gusting to 45KPH, this is the offering for the next few days in the forecast. Seasonable temps with the threat of snow on the mainland.

Rmily and Donna had 'quality time' after the Ortho with the preliminary shopping for Xmas. Lots of cooking ingredients for the baking to get underway, some presents and a good look around. Enjoyable day to say the least.

Ferry not full each trip we were on, locals doing much the same as we, weather co-operated with no great rush at any stage of the day.

Fellows will learn today what the price for the past weeks catch amounts to, articles and 'wharf talk' indicate an absolute high of $4/lb, not very likely.

Rob now entering the dreaded teens, 13 this morning.