As was expected we received notice from our cruise line that our travel plans to Europe had been cancelled. Another email followed about 6 days later from our travel agent saying that our flight schedule had changed and to give them a call. None of this was unexpected and I had dealt with my disappointment…
Month: April 2020
Visiting the Vimy Memorial
In light of my familial connection and with a strong sense of Canadian pride it was an easy decision for Ken and I to plan a day trip to Arras to visit the Vimy Memorial while in France. Arras is a direct train ride from Gare du Nord station in Paris. We were able to…
The March to Vimy Ridge
At three-quarters of an inch taller than 6 feet and weighing in at only 150 pounds was it any surprise his friends called him Slim. He was single, trained as a painter, still lived at home with his parents, and at just 4 months beyond his 18th birthday he enlisted with the Army. That date…
Navigating Unchartered Waters
In a recent post I had mentioned that we had friends on a cruise ship travelling from South America back to the United States. We were so happy to hear they are now home and although in isolation are so far healthy. I reached out to Catherine to ask about her experience and she agreed…