It was an absolutely amazing weekend. Meeting up with friends and family for Philip and Victoria's wedding.
The wedding, ceremony, and well, everything was wonderful and beautiful. It was great to finally get to meet Victoria, I had heard nothing but great things about her, and I have to say, they all seem to be right!
Congratulations Philip and Victoria!
Also, this weekend, I finally got to meet Hannah, 3 years after she was born to my cousin Ann. I have a lot of photos of her, thanks to my aunt and Ann, but now I finally met this beautiful little girl. Yes, I did take a few photos with her in them... and by few, I mean a lot.
I know I didn't post any photos on Friday, I was busy trying to get to Montreal, but I did take several hundred photos of the wedding and family, so I will make sure some get posted this coming Friday.
Health-wise: Breathing is pretty good, but my back/side did not get better over the weekend, and were worsened by the moving of the luggage and flights back. Planning on taking it easy the next few days and letting the back heal up while I go though all the photos I took.
Showing posts with label Montreal. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Montreal. Show all posts
2010-05-24
2010-05-21
To Montreal
On my way to Montreal. Today started great! Flight on time leaving Charlotte, and upon arrival found my transfer gate right across the hallway. Great, minimal hiking around the airport.
Then a turn of fortune. My flight to Montreal - cancelled. Could not get on the later flight my sister was on. Being rerouted through New York City to Montreal to arrive five hours later than planned. Aaargh!
As I watch the people at the airport, I am noticing very few 'happy' people. Most people just look forlorn or dejected. Few just look like they are here for a purpose and that is all. Overhearing many conversations there is a feeling of hopelessness as flights are delayed, cancelled, or moved all over the place. People are afraid to say anything for fear of being arrested or kicked off of the next flight. People feel they have to just accept whatever the airlines dictate, no matter how bad it may be for them. I feel lucky right now that it looks as though I will make it to Montreal tonight. Many 'passengers' are not as lucky and will not be making their planned/booked destination anytime soon.
Made it to Montreal only five hours later than planned, four of which I was sitting on the tarmac.
Through the serendipity of life, my sister's flights were delayed and we ended up in Montreal about the same time and we just continued on as originally planned, just later.
Health-wise: Breathing is fine, and I'm feeling good. After the day of flights and moving my luggage, I pulled something in my left side/back. Hopefully it clears up tonight.
Then a turn of fortune. My flight to Montreal - cancelled. Could not get on the later flight my sister was on. Being rerouted through New York City to Montreal to arrive five hours later than planned. Aaargh!
As I watch the people at the airport, I am noticing very few 'happy' people. Most people just look forlorn or dejected. Few just look like they are here for a purpose and that is all. Overhearing many conversations there is a feeling of hopelessness as flights are delayed, cancelled, or moved all over the place. People are afraid to say anything for fear of being arrested or kicked off of the next flight. People feel they have to just accept whatever the airlines dictate, no matter how bad it may be for them. I feel lucky right now that it looks as though I will make it to Montreal tonight. Many 'passengers' are not as lucky and will not be making their planned/booked destination anytime soon.
Made it to Montreal only five hours later than planned, four of which I was sitting on the tarmac.
Through the serendipity of life, my sister's flights were delayed and we ended up in Montreal about the same time and we just continued on as originally planned, just later.
Health-wise: Breathing is fine, and I'm feeling good. After the day of flights and moving my luggage, I pulled something in my left side/back. Hopefully it clears up tonight.
Night Before
It's the night before me boarding a plane and going to Montreal. Yes, you betcha, I'm excited. One, I'm hyped about visiting and seeing family I don't get to see or talk to much. Also, I just love travelling and this is just a little scratch for that continous itch. Finally, it is a trip to Canada. I find it so recharging to touch Canadian soil from time to time. More so the longer I live elsewhere.
Ran last minute/second errands today. Picked up the lens I'm renting from Bigg's Camera. This is a great experiment of the renting process and playing with a new lens for a week.
Spoke with dad today. He is doing great. I think he may be pushing himself a bit much, but it's great how well he is doing.
Health-wise: I'm a little sore from the massage yesterday, but feeling great. This morning started rough, but breathing improved as the day went on.
Ran last minute/second errands today. Picked up the lens I'm renting from Bigg's Camera. This is a great experiment of the renting process and playing with a new lens for a week.
Spoke with dad today. He is doing great. I think he may be pushing himself a bit much, but it's great how well he is doing.
Health-wise: I'm a little sore from the massage yesterday, but feeling great. This morning started rough, but breathing improved as the day went on.
2010-05-20
Absent Minded
Wow, I had fully intended to write this last night, but as I went about my nightly routine it completely slipped my mind.
Anyway, I had a great day hanging out with Mistress LunaSea, and the household. Ran errands for the trip to Montreal this weekend. I'm almost ready for the trip.
While I was doing a couple of loads of laundry, I took part of the John Greengo lighting course on Creative Live. It was absolutely amazing. It got me rethinking about my lighting setup. What do I need, really?
After the class wuggie gave me an amazing back/chair massage. Tension from my back, neck and shoulders melted away. I really hope his thearaputic massage business, Mending Hands Massage takes off for him. He is really passionate and good.
Dad is now resting at home and doing well. Now, all he has to do is learn how to slow down a little and let himself heal.
Health-wise: Today was a good day, with the exception of a weird feeling after dinner.
Anyway, I had a great day hanging out with Mistress LunaSea, and the household. Ran errands for the trip to Montreal this weekend. I'm almost ready for the trip.
While I was doing a couple of loads of laundry, I took part of the John Greengo lighting course on Creative Live. It was absolutely amazing. It got me rethinking about my lighting setup. What do I need, really?
After the class wuggie gave me an amazing back/chair massage. Tension from my back, neck and shoulders melted away. I really hope his thearaputic massage business, Mending Hands Massage takes off for him. He is really passionate and good.
Dad is now resting at home and doing well. Now, all he has to do is learn how to slow down a little and let himself heal.
Health-wise: Today was a good day, with the exception of a weird feeling after dinner.
2010-04-13
Life - Is What It Is
Today was a mixed up day. Overall pretty good, just some weird news tonight.
I ended up getting my airplane tickets today to go to Montreal and see my cousin get married! Many thanks to a good friend for the assist on that.
Got together with my sister for a bite to eat tonight and to catch up with each other on what's going on in our lives. Good chat, good times. Overall, I think she's also having a pretty good year.
However tonight I heard from dad and he informed me of some heath concerns he is dealing with and how's its being dealt with. Hmm, it's so much easier for me to be the sick one. Positive energy and thoughts are with him. Look forward to seeing everyone together in Montreal next month!
Listening to a friend's streaming radio show tonight. It is amazing -- great music and he is a huge vault of musical information that he shares between music. Check it out http://streaming.misew.com:5000/ Tuesday nights and the random Monday and Thursday!
Health-wise: Another pretty good breathing day, and decent energy levels. Just concerned with my left knee/leg still, and low appetite. Did notice, when chatting with my sister, that my leg has been weakening since I've started carrying my wallet in my back pocket again. Will change that and see if it makes a difference. Here's to hoping so.
I ended up getting my airplane tickets today to go to Montreal and see my cousin get married! Many thanks to a good friend for the assist on that.
Got together with my sister for a bite to eat tonight and to catch up with each other on what's going on in our lives. Good chat, good times. Overall, I think she's also having a pretty good year.
However tonight I heard from dad and he informed me of some heath concerns he is dealing with and how's its being dealt with. Hmm, it's so much easier for me to be the sick one. Positive energy and thoughts are with him. Look forward to seeing everyone together in Montreal next month!
Listening to a friend's streaming radio show tonight. It is amazing -- great music and he is a huge vault of musical information that he shares between music. Check it out http://streaming.misew.com:5000/ Tuesday nights and the random Monday and Thursday!
Health-wise: Another pretty good breathing day, and decent energy levels. Just concerned with my left knee/leg still, and low appetite. Did notice, when chatting with my sister, that my leg has been weakening since I've started carrying my wallet in my back pocket again. Will change that and see if it makes a difference. Here's to hoping so.
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