As those of you know, who are regular readers of my blog, I have a crazy Mother. Crazy in a sweet, generous-spirited, loving kind of way. She has invited me and my sister (in honour of my sister's 60th) to a week's holiday in NFLD. In addition to this wonderful gift, my daughter has decided to join us for five days as well. Imagine: four women who are not only related but who are wild about each other, ranging in age from 37 to 89.
We will meet in one of the oldest and the most far eastern cities on this North American continent. A city renowned for colourful picture book houses, music, laughter, and friendly people. My Mother (in fact we all) will fit right in. This will be a remarkable holiday and one we will all revel in as we allow ourselves to experience the magic of NFLD and the fun of being together.To tell you the truth, I can barely believe it is happening.
And, believing or not, this Friday, following the grand opening of Wellspring's beautiful new home, I will board a plane in Calgary and disembark about eight hours later in the rarefied "breathing room" (make sure you read the description of what this means)called NFLD. Funnily, I have been attracted to the full page ads about NFLD, in the Globe and Mail, for the past several years. And now I am going.
If all goes according to plan I will post a photo or two from our B&B in St. John's. There is certainly more to tell. And one of my favourite parts of this trip will be on my return where I have a planned three hour lay-over in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Watch for the next posting on how I plan to spend that time. You will then think my Mother's not crazy, it is her eldest daughter.
People have told me to bring more clothes since it is cold in NFLD, in the month of June. Since I already live in the "land god gave to Cain"- it snowed here yesterday on the 7th of June...need I say more. I'm not anticipating any environmental surprises in Saint John's.
with lots of love, Trudy
WOW!!! What perfect timing. That Mom of yours is really something. Seems to run in the family. Have a fantastic time, Trudy. I wish I could come along. You and yours will continue in my daily thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Carol
Posted by: Carol Ingells | June 08, 2009 at 09:54 AM
Oooh, I would love to be a ladybug on the wall, to be there to see and hear the woman talk, the heartfelt tears of joy, the hugs that help us heal and the love that only family can share.
Have a wonderful 'retreat' and take lots of pictures!
Posted by: Teri and the cats of Furrydance | June 13, 2009 at 12:40 PM