On Wednesday, May 11th, I had a nearly perfect day. It was Sharon's Birthday and we took the morning off to go golfing. Francois, Sharon, and I jumped in to Sharon's car and drove to the golf course to "Footloose" blaring out of the stereos. Those of you who know me know that the last time I went golfing I left in an ambulance, and I haven't been back since. This time I did not get smacked in the head, and I did not leave in an ambulance (the ambulance doesn't show up until later in this blog). Success!
Then we drove off to St. Andrews Church for a soup and sandwich luncheon. Lynne, my billet-mother, was there to serve soup! We also met up with Tiffany, who was billeting with Sharon, and we all indulged in soups and sandwiches. Amazing, amazing food!
Tiffany and Francois met up with me at Extended Care for Karaoke/Ice Cream Parlour. I even got a chance to play a game of crib with the crib legends of the Extended Care Facility, I won twice.
I met up with Andrew after work to grab some bikes from the King house, and then we got some ice cream. As we were on our way to the lake we went under the bridge the trains goes over, I look back. Where's Andrew? On his back on the ground. Turns out hee'd hit some rocks and crashed his bike. Andrew hasn't ridden a bike in years, let alone fallen off one. So an ambulance ride, a couple hours at the Meno Ya Win and a stitch later a dizzy Andrew finally got to go home to his billet house, and a nice bed.
The next day, Landen managed to continue the medical drama by having an accident at work with a razor blade. He got six stitches. Show off.
The weekend brought good times when we took off on a little boat trip courtesy of Sharon. I got to see a bit of Sioux Lookout from the water. What a day.
Billeting was fantastic. Nice relaxing time. I got caught up on sleep. I ate so well (including a lovely dinner at The Chicken Chef). Allen and Lynne are amazing people, and I will certainly see them again.
The reunion on Sunday night was pleasant, because our guardian angel, Anne, had stocked the house with delicious contraband food. Three dozen hot dogs and the corresponding buns we're anxiously awaiting our arrival. Sarah was not there however, and she will not be here until Tuesday. Astrid, of SLARC (Sioux Lookout Anti-Racism Committee), will be acting as our PL. She's been doing a tip top job so far.
My reign of legendary hugs continues. From the former governor general of Canada, to the random little girl on the road. I was hailed into a lady's room from the hallways of the Extended Care Facility, "Nurse, Nurse!" I wandered in "I'm not a nurse, but can I help you?". She looked up "Yes! I need a hug!" I gave her a good hug, since this I've given her at least five other hugs. Nothing brightens your day quite like an unexpected hug.
Today marked the first real connection to the community for our Collective Community Project. We met with the Sioux Lookout Environmental Committee to discuss plans to build a composter for the community garden. Great success! They loved our idea, and seemed really excited about it.
That pretty much sums up life as I know it. Up coming excitement includes this weekends 72 hours off (to do anything! or nothing!). Then the return of Sarah on Tuesday.
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