We're back! Yes, we made it. Gary came to Victoria and brought us home. We had a great time on our holidays. But I'm not sure that I want it to end. Yes, I confess that I love to be around my family and in my homeland. I could go to the Great White North anytime. Its nice to be back in our own bed though and close to our friends again. We missed everyone so much... but this weather is so hot! I don't know how you all handle it! We left BC with the most comfortable of weather. Infact, Gary did not think to bring a sweater and there was a cool breeze in the air. It was cool enough for him to be cold and to go and buy himself a sweater in Victoria. He kept saying "This was a great buy. Only fifteen dollars!" the rest of the trip. He was really surprised that he would need a sweater. Other than the night Gary arrived I didn't wear a sweater the whole trip. I just think he was use to So. Cal heat. We were outside enjoying the area everyday and not hit in the face with the heat. This is one reason why we go north every year and why I stay up there so long. It is just so comfortable. While in Victoria we went somewhere everyday to enjoy and celebrate just being there. It may have only been to a park it was still fun. "Everyday holds the possiblity of a miracle."--Elizabeth David It just depends on how you look at it. It was such a miracle for me to visit and be with my family. I am very blessed to have a husband that understand this intense need that I have to go home to my roots every year. I really want my children to find a connection and build memories of the places that I hold dear to my heart. Well, we hope you all have had a good holiday too, eh. That's how you say it in Canada. And if you ever want to come to the Island I would love to take you to my favorite spots.