Lizzy McFly

So continuing with my last blog about day three, we had done a spot landing competition in the morning then I had to head back to the hotel to rest and recover for the next day.

There was an antique tractor and car show going on at the airport.  I got to watch a few of them drive back and forth pass my window:

I spent the afternoon chilling in bed while writing the previous blog, sorting photos and watching TV.  I was looking forward to meeting up with everyone the next day to hear about their adventures around the island.

I slept well that night but unfortunately woke up feeling as bad as the previous day.  Bummer.  Cheryl and I went and had breakfast, then back to the hotel.  I can’t remember where she was going for the day, but I was going to chill in the room again.  It wasn’t long after she left to go out that she came back and said we were going to head into the town of Victoria, about thirty minutes away.  There were some nice shops and restaurants we could visit, but only had about two and a half hours for travel and touring.  I took some of my pain meds, which also help with my energy (as I usually feel at least a bit more energetic with less pain) and we hit the road.  This was near the entrance of the Summerside Airport:

Then we made it to the picturesque town of Victoria.

There were two nice shops that we sauntered through – well, not too slowly as we were short on time.  We then decided on lunch here:

As I mentioned before, I don’t have a big appetite when I’m feeling cruddy, but I did have about half an order of the best sweet potato fries I’ve ever had.  They had an amazing house mayo to go with them.  I was also hoping to attend the banquet that night, so wanted to save some room for that.  We all enjoyed our food and the ambiance of the restaurant.  On the wall above us, I thought at first that they had a picture of Pinky:

Before leaving the town, we visited Victoria’s Glass Studio which had some really nice items.  I saw so many things I wanted to buy!

We drove back to the hotel and Cheryl got ready for a music performance a few people were going to.  I got into my comfy clothes and climbed back into bed.  I was determined to be conscious enough for the banquet, which was being held at New Glasgow Lobsters Suppers.  After taking something else for the pain, I joined a few other rally participants and we headed out to the restaurant.  We passed this well known brand (yum!):

After about a thirty minute drive, we arrived at the massive restaurant and waited for everyone else.  We sure had a nice view while socializing and nomming:

As I’m not a big seafood eater, I decided to order the steak. It was very good!  I had such a good time and so thankful I was able to attend.  Once we got back, Cheryl worked on the flight planning for the next day.  I can’t remember if I helped at all, and if I did, it was very little.  I think it was after 11:00 the last time I looked at the clock.  The next thing I knew, it was after 3:00am!  I fell asleep sitting up chatting with Cheryl!  That morning she told me that she said my name a few times and when I didn’t answer, she came over and turned off my phone!  Tee hee!

I will go into the final very long day of this most unreal journey!  Stay tuned!

Today’s symptoms:  I’m really physically paying for the trip, which I knew without a doubt I would.  However, it’s still hard to grasp the effect something like this has on me physically, once the symptoms hit.  I’ve been in bed or on the couch for most of the time since I’ve been back.  As with all of my “Today’s symptoms” blurbs, I’m certainly not feeling sorry for myself.  Rather, trying to educate people on this disease – especially for those who are around others with MS.  My headache has been far worse than normal, I’m very weak, the fatigue is the worst it’s been in quite a while which makes it hard to physically and mentally accomplish even everyday tasks, my nerve pain is far more severe and widespread and I generally feel flu-ish and blah all over.  Again, expected but still hard to deal with.  Mind you, totally worth it!  The pain and fatigue are just temporary – the memories and new friends from this adventure will be with me forever!