Argh!.....*bump*...*thump*...*wham-crash*...How did this road get so crappy in just two years.*smack-graaaate!*
The good old 102, my first choice for a scenic, twisty and windy road along the St. John river had become, in a lousy two years, pot-holed and broken with uneven repairs and great gouges.
"Too late to turn back now Rob...we're committed." I thought to myself.
Tolerantly, *SWMBO wasn't saying anything despite the *ITYS smirk.
Rather than take Phil's route along the Broad road out of Oromocto and along the west side of the training area, we had decided to try the scenic route. THAT one's off my list until we see a whole bunch of paving machines headed that way.
Mercifully, it improved after Brown's Flat and gave our suspensions a rest. There was a great need for a pee stop too, but gas stations don't exist until one gets to the ferry terminal. At the Westfield ferry we found the station closed and desperation forced us to add to the rise in global sea levels while providing entertainment for the local gulls. Don't ask.
The road along the Kingston peninsula to the Gondola Point ferry was excellent but foggy. After that it was a quick trip along the 119, Hwy 1, and the 111 to Spinnies Sea Food parlour in St Martins.
Highly recommended by Pam-n-Phil Ossinger, the take-out was excellent. The fish was lip-smackingly delicious with generous portions. After the often less-than-fun drive, it was very welcome. Despite the foggy wind (how maritimey eh?) blowing on shore, it was pleasant.
The return trip continued up the 111 towards Sussex. THAT was an amazing drive. It became quite foggy as we climbed over the coastal hills, which seemed appropriate. The road is excellent...hilly, twisty, and devoid of traffic. The scenery became visible as we descended into the Sussex valley, out of the heavy fog.
We'll be doing this one again but avoiding the 102.
Thanks to Pam-n-Phil for scouting out the route and restaurant.
Rob E.
* "She who must be obeyed."
* "I told you so."
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