Wed. November 3, 2021

 Hi all


It is official.  All school staff will be evacuated out by charter on November 8.  There is nothing that can be done about the ongoing pandemic except to let it run its course.  The health system is strained to capacity, so it is better that we are gone.  We have been asked to give up our homes to health and police who will be brought in to help the community recover.  Of course!  Is there a question--not at all.

In the meantime, I am packing up a few things, and will be allowed in school to tidy up the classroom.  But, I intend on returning when it is safe--and who knows when that will be.

We are now into winter--just like being on the top of a ski mountain!  An Inuit friend said what I consider a blizzard is a mere snow fall!

The snow fall has stopped now, after 36 hours, and the wind is blowing about 100 miles an hour.  The whole house is shaking--it feels like an earthquake--all houses are supported on steel supports.

My plan is to return to the Comox valley for a few days, and then a few weeks in Vancouver and Vancouver.  I am planning Christmas in California with my good friend, and then, hopefully, back here.

I am feeling bitter sweet about this turn of events--but my adventure is far from over.

I look forward to seeing you all in person very, very soon!


Love and hugs

 School will be officially closed on Thursday.

My little house!


Mere snowfall, not a blizzard so says Lizzie!!


Comments

  1. Trudie2 November 2021 at 15:02

    You just never know what is around the corner do you. Main thing is to stay safe and well yourself.

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  2. Cathy2 November 2021 at 16:37

    I can imagine it truly bittersweet for you. Safe travels. We may see you around River Glen on your brief visit to the Valley.

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  3. Sol travels5 November 2021 at 17:41

    Oh my, what an adventure you are having -- just stay healthy and safe. The warm California days will be a real treat for you.

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