Day 21-23 Vancouver

(Ursula) Today, we got to meet Wally's friend Ernst Bähler. He accompanied us to the VW dealer. Our first significant service after 5,592 miles is now done! A section of the heating element was damaged and had to be replaced. Positive news - the valves were found to be in good order. Heinz also purchased extra door keys and stocked up on replacement parts we will need down the road.

May 22nd
Unfortunately, it was raining all day. I got caught up with writing and played chess with Wally and Ernst. In the evening, we were invited to the home of Ernst's girlfriend, Vestina, for dinner. She prepared two delicious chicken dishes. I had never tasted Indonesian food before and loved it. One of the dishes was a bit spicy, though. Later, we drove to a Chinese place to swing our dancing legs!

May 23rd
Damn, it's still raining. Ernst's comment was "typical Vancouver." Wally had spent the night at Vestina's house. After breakfast, we all went shopping despite the rain. Ursula bought postcards, and Wally got a new pair of blue jeans.

Then we went to a German Café where we met a few of Wally's colleagues from last year's English class. On our way home, we found a Swiss cheese shop on 2nd Avenue and bought Vacherin, Appenzeller, and a six-pack of Yoghurt.Read more