Home Again

And so back in Toronto. Definitely a huge change of pace – in the main because of our up-coming move. We arrived Thursday night, were most happily met at the airport by Elizabeth and Billie, and yesterday began the processes necessary to our move a week from today. The weather was kind to us as our first tastes of Toronto felt almost spring-like. First on the agenda was a visit to the apartment on Major St that we had leased sight unseen, totally an internet arrangement. I approached it with a bit of trepidation (would we like it?) though convinced that even if there were problems that a location so close to Bloor and Spadina would be sufficient recompense. It exceeded my expectations.

Billie, who was along for the initial look-see enthused and stated her desire to move in right along with us; Elizabeth, arriving shortly afterward, proclaimed it the best of all rental spots she had viewed (many over the past few years) in the Annex area. Everybody was happy.

The next major project of the day: a trip to IKEA where we had supper in their cafeteria -- a fabulous experience as a cross-section of people from the entire known world, with families in tow, sat down to eat together in noisy harmony. That place could be a poster display for how Canada works. Hunger satisfied, we meandered about the living room furniture section for over an hour, disagreeing in our particular fashion about colours of couches that would work with our carpet. Purchases made, delivery confirmed, we headed home satisfied that the move is on its merry way.

There is much to be done. The mind boggles at the amount of detail. But, it will all happen. One piece of the puzzle at a time. Elizabeth and Billie (who is now on her March break) will come down one day next week to help pack up, and Catherine, who has a number of days off now, will also come aboard. Much to be said for having grown-up kids and big grand-children at a time like this. Theoren is now 15, Emily 13, and Billie will be 10 in a few weeks. Amazing! How did all that happen?

I want to continue to write my posts out into the internet ether, if not in this particular blog, then in another, as it is an activity and a form of communication that gives me a lot of satisfaction. Thanks to all of you who have not only read my scribbles but who have responded in some form to let me know either your own thoughts on a topic, or, just that you are happy to receive mine. Chow, adios, and until next time.