The plane touched down on the tarmac of the Lester B. Pearson Airport in Toronto and glided to a stop.  With only carry-on luggage, Walter and I slipped quickly from the plane and took the moving sidewalks and series of escalators until we found the rental car parking lot.  We jumped into the bright red Elantra and zipped into late morning traffic.  Our stomachs growled, reminding us that we left Regina at 6:15 am with no breakfast.  After a 2 1/2 hour flight, we were hungry.  Being lunch time now in Toronto, we stopped in at the first place that grabbed our attention:  Swiss Chalet!

Being in no rush now, we made our way on the 400 north to Muskoka country.  The further away from the GTA (Greater Toronto Area), the less the amount of traffic.  Once north of Barrie, it was like the terrain changed and it transformed from the hectic pace to the cottage country atmosphere.  Ahhhhhhhhh.........
We came out to Huntsville for our dear friend and coworker's father's memorial service.  Ken and Debbie Matthews are missionaries with us in Healing Hearts (they minister in Nipawin, SK) and Ken's dad passed away on Father's Day.  As mentioned in the blog before, we got this call and God so arranged the circumstances that we were free to fly out for the service.  As we enjoyed the scenic surroundings and spent time with the Matthews' family, we did feel the blessings and grace of God.
In addition to the ministry part of our trip, we were able to spend time with Ken and Debbie, touring some spots that were memorable to them as they grew up and began their married life in Huntsville.  It is always enlightening to be in someone's hometown and see the places where God worked in their lives.  It gave us a deeper appreciation and insight into who our friends are.
As a bonus, we got to meet our daughter's boyfriend's parents, the Deanes, who live in Bracebridge, just 20 minutes from Huntsville.  We also spent some time with good friends in Aurora. On Sunday, we reconnected with a supporting church in Richmond Hill, having the opportunity to share in the adult learning class and at a young adult meeting in the evening.  All the details clicked and we were able to visit with folks and update them on Caylea's health situation as well as the recent wood shop fire.
Psalm 25:10 seemed to encapsulate this particular trip.
"All the paths of the Lord are steadfast love and faithfulness, for those who keep His covenant and His testimonies."
Our trips are the paths the Lord directs us on and He is guiding us by His steadfast love and faithfulness.  He is so good to us.  I will continue to trust Him.