The pandemic engulfed my city and soon the whole world in just a matter of weeks, if not days. It forced the shutdown of numerous businesses and institutions like schools and daycare, churches/synagogues, banks, etc. It also saw the cancellation of flights and travels. Montreal, Quebec was in strict lockdown since the beginning of March this year. No one was allowed to go out except for essential workers. We can also go out only to do essential things like going to the supermarket, important hospital visits, and the like.
Life at home was fairly normal, although it became a routine a few weeks into the quarantine period. I was into plants, arts and crafts, cooking, rearranging our furniture, cleaning, and other things I could think of just to while away my time. It did not matter that I was doing unproductive things like using my phone a lot (*ahem* Netflix and YouTube), what mattered most was trying to keep my sanity because of the unknown future. Life seemed to stop for me, so much so like the whole world on a standstill.
When the quarantine was lifted and we could travel, we took the chance to go somewhere we've never been. Magog in the Eastern Townships was on top of our list. We wanted to breathe in nature and all things green and quiet.
Magog was over an hour drive from Montreal.
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| We went inside this cute shop called Beau et Fou that sells just about anything for home, fashion, etc. We were so in love with their glassware. J'adore! |
Magog is really just a small town that you can easily tour their downtown area in 15 minutes or less. I believe its close proximity to the lake and mountains make it a winner for tourists. Find a relaxing spot to enjoy a few hours and you already have yourself a peaceful vacation.
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| This was our lunch view-- clear blue skies and the magnificent lake <3 |
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