Random Postcards

Sorry it's been so long since I updated.. there's been a lot going on. I have a ton of postcards, but I've only had time to scan a few in. So here they are!

I've always wanted to go here! On the back it says, "MAID OF THE MIST. Visitors get their most breathtaking look at Niagara Falls from a voyage on the 'MAID OF THE MIST' which takes them right up to the very base of the natural wonder in all its thundering majesty. The 'MAIDS OF THE MIST' are seen here in front of the American Falls".

This one was written to Eric's Aunt Maureen. The caption on the back says, "Here, in Canada's Capital City, a former downtown commercial street was converted into a restful and attractive green area. This was a pioneering scheme carried out against strong opposition, but since, has been copied by many cities. It has given Ottawa a quality of pleasant sociability in contrast with the more solemn environment surrounding Canada's Parliament Buildings on nearby Parliament Hill". This was sent in 1978.

This was was written to Eric's mom. The caption on the back says, "On Parliament Hill in Canada's capital, this ancient military ritual comes to life. Colours such as those carried on parade have their origin in early times when Standards or flags were used to show the position of the commander, and to form a rallying point in battle. A Regiment could suffer no greater dishonour than to lose its Colours to the enemy". This was sent in 1978.

I thought this one was pretty. It was also sent in 1978. The caption on the back says, "Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. A tour boat cruises tree-lined Rideau Canal, winding through downtown Ottawa. To the right, in the background, is Convention Centre".

I love the edge on this one. It's kind of hard to see it, but all around it the edge is kind of scalloped. I have a few other cards like this and I always liked how it looks. The back of this one says, "The Gideon Putnam. On the Saratoga Spa, Saratoga Springs, NY. Known the world over for its elegance and charm... all the recreational and health facilities of America's finest Spa including Championship golf course, mineral waters & baths, famous Saratoga racing, unusual scenic surroundings... and near the world famous Saratoga Performing Arts Center".

This is one that I sent to Eric back in 2007 when I was on vacation in New Hampshire. I found it in his closest, haha. It's written in pencil so it's hard to see. The photo on the front is a sunset over Coffin Pond in the White Mountains.

I just loveee the stamps on this one. They are so fun. There isn't really anything written on it, my address was taking up most of the card. This was from postcrossing, by the way!