Monday, October 31, 2022

Fall Colours And Jack O'Lanterns

Here we have the path leading to the portion of the Mackenzie King Estate named Kingswood. It is a combination for the name of the lake- Kingsmere Lake- and the childhood home of Mackenzie King- Woodside.


Another quote by the man along the path.


Kingswood has more of a cottage sensibility to it, with two main cottages and a carriage house.


This is the guest cottage. As King's career progressed and he would find himself entertaining guests, it made sense for a second place on the property. At this time of year the cottages are closed down for the season.


A look to the left shows the main house at Kingswood. In style very much like its counterparts. We'll carry on here tomorrow.


But before I go, this being Hallowe'en, I can't let the occasion go by unmentioned. Some days after this visit to the Gatineau Hills, I paid a visit to the grounds of Rideau Hall to see the fall colours. This jack o'lantern was on display.


My Hallowe'en selfies.


And this display was in the Glebe one night. I've photographed this house before. It's a bit different from last year.

46 comments:

  1. This is so exquisite one may find in this wonderful fairyland. The guy giving you the birdie is funny

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  2. It looks beautiful and the houses to ! You look like a monster ! I am scared !

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  3. Happy Halloween, Frankenstein! ;-)

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  4. Happy Halloween! Beautiful Autumn photos, the carriage house is cute. Take care, enjoy your day. Have a great new week!

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  5. My wife and I visited Woodside a few years ago. Maybe it's time to do it again.

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  6. ,,,I remember Kingswood well and I thank you for being our guide.

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  7. Your stamina is of epic proportions.

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  8. You are looking a little pale, William. I think you should see a doctor!

    P.S. What does the quote say? I embiggened the photo, but that made it blurry.

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    1. "Such happiness as I felt being beneath my own roof amid the trees."

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  9. Those cottages are quite lovely.

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  10. It looks like you are ready for Halloween. Love those cottages.

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  11. King left us some very interesting properties.

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  12. Great autumn photos and your selfies are admirable ~ LOL ~ fun! ~ Love Mr. Jack ~

    Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  13. The colours are spectacular. Love those selfies. :)

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  14. Great selfies. Those shots of the road draw one onward!

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  15. Absolutely beautiful scenery. And fab selfies.

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  16. Love the carriage house and the lovely scenery.

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  17. I do like the selfies

    All the best Jan
    https://thelowcarbdiabetic.blogspot.com/

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  18. I loved all the Halloween photos, every one! Selfies are great and the path, lovely!

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