Since we left home on August 22, we have logged in over 5,000 kilometres!

The scenery has been amazing: trees, rocks, lakes and rivers.  We have stopped to enjoy the sights and stretch our legs as we appreciated God's  creation.  And the architecture in old Montreal, Quebec City and Halifax is so old and beautiful.  We appreciated the rich history in Canada,  and some of the sad times, as well.  But all part of our heritage as Canadians.  We toured the Wharf in Halifax, ate at a restaurant on the ocean in Charlottetown and toured the citadel in Quebec City.  

It's difficult, nearly impossible, to describe these places and these experiences to those who have never been.  The salty, humid air on the coast, the screech of a seagull, the strumming of guitars along the wharf.  Or the musty smell in the munitions storage at the citadel, the view of European architecture set against the modern glass buildings, the cobblestone streets and voices intermingling in various languages from around the world.  It has all been surreal.

As Walter and I have gone from city to city, we have made connection with many dear people.  That's what the trip is all about. We drove across this great country partly because we couldn't fly out and find a rental car available!  But as we made appointments with the various family, friends, supporters, board members and missionaries, we have been blessed beyond all expectations.  My prayer had been that we would leave a blessing wherever we go and with whomever we meet.  The ironic thing is we leave with huge blessing as we are encouraged, reminded of their prayers and enjoyed sweet fellowship face to face.

Tomorrow we drive to Alberton, PE to join with our NCEM staff for an eastern field conference.  About 25-30 people will meet to worship, listen to great preaching and have fun together!  All on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean!  Food will be prepared and served to us and we all will be able to relax and enjoy visiting that everyone has been waiting for 2+ years to engage!

More adventures with picture to come...