Canadian Thanksgiving

I awoke to a glorious day. My phone said "No rain until 10:00 AM", so I thought I would get a quick hike in before it came. I left in Gortex, boots, my floppy hat, and my trusty walking sticks and within 4 blocks the sky opened up!

That did not deter me. I was pleased no one was around and headed to the nearest mountain. I sauntered up Singing Pass until a wash out prevented me from continuing, then turned around and went down. After all the trails in Spain, this one was Magical! It had moss, colors, bridges over rushing water, an opportunity to watch crazy people racing down muddy tracks on mountain bikes, and kids going up the ski lift yelling 'Happy Thanksgiving' to me as they waved. I also didn't see a single person until I finished the 15K (9 mile) 1500 elevation walk. Then I saw 2 ladies beginning the walk as I was finishing.

By the time I returned to the condo, I needed a hot shower and nourishment. After I finished my online substitute training, I pursued Cindy to ride the free buses. They are only free today. It's kind of nerdy but fun to see where the routes take you. I was hoping for a glimpse of a bear, but no such luck.

This evening we enjoyed Mexican Casserole (which always tastes better the 2nd day) and watched a couple mysteries.

The biggest surprise of the day was the front desk telling me I won the Thanksgiving drawing!! I wrote the correct answer (yes, Canada used to celebrate Thanksgiving in November) and the manager pulled my name. I don't usually win, but love to fill out anything so I was genuinely surprised. It contained warm fuzzy socks, a small succulent, scented candle, mug with a small spoon and tea, a nice little notebook...all useful items.

Until tomorrow,Read more