There were several options to being 'Screeched-In' and we had many recommendations. We stumbled upon the 'Spirit of Newfoundland' Screech Room yesterday as we walked back from a failed visit to the Rooms (the St. John's Archives and Museum)
We noted the time and planned our day to ensure we could attend the 2:30pm Screeching-In.
We arrived promptly at 1:30 - not wanting to be late - and luckily they had a fully stocked bar and we proceeded to 'warm-up' for the screeching.
The Screech was lined up and waiting for us...
Our hostess, Renee Alexander was a lot of fun. She gave us the history of Screech - Rum traded with Jamaica for Cod - seems like a good deal :)
So... We each kissed the Cod... (well documented as you can see)
Renee then asked us: "Are you ready to become an honorary Newfoundlander?"
We each in turn answered: "Indeed I is, me old cock, and long may your big jib draw !!"
Down the hatch went the Screech
And we have our certificates!
Oh, did I mention we did a bit of shopping :). We got a few looks walking down Duckworths with this box. By the way Steve and Alex: There's another box on the way - don't open it!
After all that hard work, we figured we needed a second visit to the Duke of Duckworth's for some more Thanksgiving on a plate. yum-yum :D
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