The greatest sign of success for a teacher is to be able to say, "The
children are now working as if I did not exist." -Maria Montessori,
educator (31 Aug 1870-1952)
Glad you are enjoying your new pastime!! How are the new boots? xx Hi Dad,
Had not read what you wrote about Andrew until just now, was a very
lovely description, all things I would think as well. He always was
happy to chat and know what was going on, even at 3 am.Was nice to read
about how you met, your dance parties and you
staying home so that he and mom could see Dylan!
Love you, 
[Sara Jane McGillivray Hey Pat, Maybe you could draw a wine bottle and glasses with your bike routes!! http://www.bicycling.com/rides/art/become-strava-artist-these-gps-tips
Met the group at HH at 9:00 am and I went in Chuckster's car to The Naramata where we left Naramata Road, opposite Quidni Winery, to drive up Riddle Road a short way to park the vehicles. Our hike was to take us towards The Three Blind Mice and for much of the early part of the climb we were on a fairly easy, two rut road, perhaps an old logging road, of sorts. In fact, just after we started uphill, we had to make way for two mountain bikers, brave energetic souls that they were! The entire area is literally criss-crossed with bike trails and we often followed one until we set out bushwhacking or "creative blundering" as regulars refer to it! Perhaps one of the most enjoyable hikes, for me, to date,as although some of the ascents/descents were quite steep, the footing, in general, was extremely comfortable. Think much of the trees are second growth so plenty of easy walking in the numerous, far-reaching open spaces. Came across some truly magnificent Ponderosa Pines so that was a treat in itself. Coolest hike, in terms of temperature, so I was pleased to have had my Olympic jacket on, worn with the expectation of showers. None materialized but the wind, at times, was pretty strong and quite chilly.
Saw many cow patties, old and fresh, on the various trails and came across four of the creatures on way down. Although I'm probably still the slowest member of group, particularly on steep downhill slopes, I think my hiking muscles are improving as no aches and pains. My boots are terrific and more and more comfortable with each outing. No complaints at all so pleased as punch to be included in this marvellous group. Might even be able to take some friends, at some point, on a hike here as pretty straightforward, as opposed to most of the earlier hikes. Stats for hike:
https://connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/884133328#.VeTSrhvNj9g.email
Back home to have a mug of java and answer a few messages before Jugos Dom Pedro came over, around 3:300 pm, to collect their four flower pots, left for us to water while they were on Vancouver Island this past week. After I helped him load the patio plants into his car he helped us mount the fairly large, heavy, two shelf, four glass door, oak shelving unit Mme Coriandre had spotted at the Salvation ArmyThrift Store a few weeks ago and which we bought for $45 last Friday. Used three oak braces, which matched nicely, we'd saved from a completely useless shelf Big Al had taken down for us in Rumpus Room, day after we moved in. Came in extremely handily, not only to help support unit but also to balance it upon until we had affixed the six lag bolts which would anchor it in place. JDP used my spiffy new stud finder to locate the studs and with Lady Mary's help they decided where the shelf would fit on the wall, relative to studs, etc.
When all the pencil marks were made and all the holes were drilled, Peter and I lifted the unit into place and then, while Cora Lee and I held it, Engineer Man put in two of the top lag bolts. I had wanted to have washers but forgot to ask Lady Mary to buy some when she piked up the lag bolts yesterday. This being the case we decided that we'd only put in the aforementioned two before we picked up the necessary washers later that day. Shelf wasn't going anywhere so we repaired to the sofa to admire our work over a couple of tumblers of Bruichladdich, Infinity 55%, and even prim and proper Lady M had a snort with the workmen!
Peter was off, around 5:00 pm, secure in the knowledge that he had recruited us to pick his St Laurent grapes on Wednesday morn. I had a quick shower and while I was performing my ablutions, Mrs Patmore prepared the sauce for th epasta dinner we were to have after attending the rally for Tom Mulcair at the Convenrtion Centre at 7:00 pm. We left the house about 6:20 pm and drove to Rona where I picked up the washers and we were parked and in the lobby of the CC by 6:40 pm. People watched until close to 7:00 pm. Just before doors to Salon A opened Al Tinka, one of initial founders of the hiking group, wandered by and I introduced Cora Lee to him. We chatted, briefly, and then made our way into auditorium. Found seats to the right of the podium and weer lucky to find them as there were many, many people who had to stand. About 1,000 supporters, in all, i believe, so a very good turnout, apparently. Candidate for Kelowna-Lake Country, Norah Bowman, spoke first and then Richard Cannings, our candidate, in the new South Okanagan-West Kootenay riding, introduced Thomas Mulcair. Aside from all the boosterism one expects at any political rally, I was taken with both Mulcair's speech and manner. He delivered many passages in quite passable French and had an easy, straightforward, no-nonsense delivery. Three of the five candidates present were women so we both liked this aspect of the NDP campaign. Speeches took about an hour and a quarter so it wasn't an oppressively long evening filled with nothing but political rhetoric. Now it remains to be seen, should the NDP form the next government, whether they can turn their $15/day Child Care, Old Age eligibility back to 65, $15 Minimum Wage, etc., planks into operational policies and financial realities.
Saw Jake Synder, (He introduced me to hiking group.), on way out but only a brief hello and goodbye as I think he is "connected" as was obviously on his way to the "back room"! For our part we drove home and while Mrs Patmore made a salad and brought pasta to a boil, I put the washers on the needed lag bolts and once I'd affixed the missing four, removed the two without washers, one at a time, and then, now proudly wearing a washer, replaced them. Dinner was ready by the time I had finished and we sat down to enjoy the delicious meal while watching an episode of Orange is the new Black. Dinner and episode over, I set about doing the dishes and putting away the overlefts while the Downstairs Maid cleaned the shelf and then started putting wine glasses and some other assorted bowls/dishes in and on the new unit. Still a work in progress as we need to see what works where. Still, very pleased with unit and much appreciative of Jugos Dom Pedro's expert help in putting it in place!
Hi Dad, Had not read what you wrote about Andrew until just now, was a very lovely description, all things I would think as well. He always was happy to chat and know what was going on, even at 3 am.Was nice to read about how you met, your dance parties and you staying home so that he and mom could see Dylan! Love you,
Hi Chloë! Can understand you not having time to read anything, given the disaster you and Vancouver have had to deal with! Just pretty windy and a bit of rain here, at least so far. Thanks for the kind remarks about what I wrote about Andrew. What I had hoped to convey so pleased that you found it moving/informative as well. New boot a absolutely wonderful as you'll see, if you read on! Very busy, productive day here.
Met the hiking group at Home Hardware at 9:00 am and I went in Chuckster's car to The Naramata where we left Naramata Road, opposite Quidni Winery, to drive up Riddle Road a short way to park the vehicles. Our hike was to take us towards The Three Blind Mice and for much of the early part of the climb we were on a fairly easy, two rut road, perhaps an old logging road, of sorts. In fact, just after we started uphill, we had to make way for two mountain bikers, brave energetic souls that they were! The entire area is literally criss-crossed with bike trails and we often followed one until we set out bushwhacking or "creative blundering" as regulars refer to it! Perhaps one of the most enjoyable hikes, for me, to date,as although some of the ascents/descents were quite steep, the footing, in general, was extremely comfortable. Think much of the trees are second growth so plenty of easy walking in the numerous, far-reaching open spaces. Came across some truly magnificent Ponderosa Pines so that was a treat in itself. Coolest hike, in terms of temperature, so I was pleased to have had my Olympic jacket on, worn with the expectation of showers. None materialized but the wind, at times, was pretty strong and quite chilly.
Saw many cow patties, old and fresh, on the various trails and came across four of the creatures on way down. Although I'm probably still the slowest member of group, particularly on steep downhill slopes, I think my hiking muscles are improving as no aches and pains. My boots are terrific and more and more comfortable with each outing. No complaints at all so pleased as punch to be included in this marvellous group. Might even be able to take some friends, at some point, on a hike here as pretty straightforward, as opposed to most of the earlier hikes. Stats for hike:
https://connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/884133328#.VeTSrhvNj9g.email
After we were back at HH for everyone's car we went to Opus, around the corner for java. I had an Italian soda, lime, with whipped cream! Yum. Wonderful to chat with different people as they really are a fascinating group. Back home to have a mug of java and answer a few messages before Jugos Dom Pedro came over, around 3:300 pm, to collect their four flower pots, left for us to water while they were on Vancouver Island this past week. After I helped him load the patio plants into his car he helped us mount the fairly large, heavy, two shelf, four glass door, oak shelving unit Mme Coriandre had spotted at the Salvation ArmyThrift Store a few weeks ago and which we bought for $45 last Friday. Used three oak braces, which matched nicely, we'd saved from a completely useless shelf Big Al had taken down for us in Rumpus Room, day after we moved in. Came in extremely handily, not only to help support unit but also to balance it upon until we had affixed the six lag bolts which would anchor it in place. JDP used my spiffy new stud finder to locate the studs and with Lady Mary's help they decided where the shelf would fit on the wall, relative to studs, etc.
When all the pencil marks were made and all the holes were drilled, Peter and I lifted the unit into place and then, while Cora Lee and I held it, Engineer Man put in two of the top lag bolts. I had wanted to have washers but forgot to ask Lady Mary to buy some when she piked up the lag bolts yesterday. This being the case we decided that we'd only put in the aforementioned two before we picked up the necessary washers later that day. Shelf wasn't going anywhere so we repaired to the sofa to admire our work over a couple of tumblers of Bruichladdich, Infinity 55%, and even prim and proper Lady M had a snort with the workmen!
Peter was off, around 5:00 pm, secure in the knowledge that he had recruited us to pick his St Laurent grapes on Wednesday morn. I had a quick shower and while I was performing my ablutions, Mrs Patmore prepared the sauce for th epasta dinner we were to have after attending the rally for Tom Mulcair at the Convenrtion Centre at 7:00 pm. We left the house about 6:20 pm and drove to Rona where I picked up the washers and we were parked and in the lobby of the CC by 6:40 pm. People watched until close to 7:00 pm. Just before doors to Salon A opened Al Tinka, one of initial founders of the hiking group, wandered by and I introduced Cora Lee to him. We chatted, briefly, and then made our way into auditorium. Found seats to the right of the podium and weer lucky to find them as there were many, many people who had to stand. About 1,000 supporters, in all, i believe, so a very good turnout, apparently. Candidate for Kelowna-Lake Country, Norah Bowman, spoke first and then Richard Cannings, our candidate, in the new South Okanagan-West Kootenay riding, introduced Thomas Mulcair. Aside from all the boosterism one expects at any political rally, I was taken with both Mulcair's speech and manner.
He delivered many passages in quite passable French and had an easy, straightforward, no-nonsense delivery. Three of the five candidates present were women so we both liked this aspect of the NDP campaign. Speeches took about an hour and a quarter so it wasn't an oppressively long evening filled with nothing but political rhetoric. Now it remains to be seen, should the NDP form the next government, whether they can turn their $15/day Child Care, Old Age eligibility back to 65, $15 Minimum Wage, etc., planks into operational policies and financial realities.
Saw Jake Synder, (He introduced me to hiking group.), on way out but only a brief hello and goodbye as I think he is "connected" as was obviously on his way to the "back room"! For our part we drove home and while Mrs Patmore made a salad and brought pasta to a boil, I put the washers on the needed lag bolts and once I'd affixed the missing four, removed the two without washers, one at a time, and then, now proudly wearing a washer, replaced them. Dinner was ready by the time I had finished and we sat down to enjoy the delicious meal while watching an episode of Orange is the New Black. Dinner and episode over, I set about doing the dishes and putting away the overlefts while the Downstairs Maid cleaned the shelf and then started putting wine glasses and some other assorted bowls/dishes in and on the new unit. Still a work in progress as we need to see what works where. Still, very pleased with unit and much appreciative of Jugos Dom Pedro's expert help in putting it in place!
Time for bed as I'm quite sleepy. Hope you are doing well and feeling better, both psychologically/emotionally and physically. Much Love, Dad!
Glad you are enjoying your new pastime!! How are the new boots? xx
Hi Hikers! Thanks for another terrific hike! Could someone forward this to Olga Polga and Heraldo as I don't have their email addresses. Thanks and Cheers, Patrizzio!
Hi Corinne & Patrick--Here is the updated version of our reservation confirmation at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Chennai. Note that Peter is getting there a day ahead of us. I will update them on our arrival times when I get that info from Peter. I arrive at 8:00 p.m. and I think you two arrive at 11:50 p.m. Is that correct? Cheers, Lynnie
Hi Colleen! Thanks for the very kind, sympathetic remarks about Chloë and Andrew. You were correct in what you mentioned about Andrew. For her part, Chloë seems to be doing well and feeling better, both psychologically, emotionally and physically so will just have to wait and see what happens next!
Cheers, Patrizzio!
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