At 5:38 PM -- We are nearly there!!!  Just a few more last minute tasks and then we will leave for Toronto!!!  This is starting to feel real.

Today - I said goodbye to my good friend Mary before I left, she will be leaving for the UK for two years before I return from our travels.  It was so good to see her, but I must admit I teared up as she left.  I have become pretty close to this special lady the last few years.  But two years isn't long and she will be back before I know it.   So Cheers to you Mary -- Have a safe flight my friend, and I hope this last month goes by smoothly for you.  I hope that everything gets packed and sorted away and that you get the help that you need to get it done.  Hugs and more hugs !!