Monday, January 3rd to Thursday January 5th, 2012
I made it to Toronto. My bags some how gained a pound at the airport in Calgary (not sure how since they contained the exact same things but whatever, I moved a few things around and they let them on without excess fees.....other than the extra bag fee that I expected). My plans in Toronto we pretty simple, rest, relax, do a little shopping and catch up with Steve and Heather. Well, mostly Heather since Steve was working most of the time I was there.
So Heather and I did just that, we did some shopping, watched some movies, ate some things I won't be able to get once I'm in Saudi Arabia and just had a good time. Yes, we watched some hockey as well......that Canada versus Russia semi-final game was very, very exciting (I'm sure you all saw it).
It became obvious while in Milton that I had hurt my back one of those times I picked up my very heavy bags. Lucky I was still in Canada and able to get some very good muslce relaxants/pain killers for my long travel days.
And that about sums up my days in Milton. On Thursday, Heather left work early, (she had been off until then) to take me to the airport. There I had a brief struggle with the Continental airlines people about baggage (managed to get all the extra bags on for only about an extra $200 CAD....which was pretty good) and then sat down to have a beer and watch some more hockey.....once I got through security which is a pain when wearing extra layers of clothing and boots and with 2 lap tops.
Heather and I before we left for the airport. Yes, Heather is indeed pregnant......due April 15th. Of course the whole family is super excited and she has allowed me to share this picture with you all.
My trip to Saudi was long.....and long......and a little bit longer but I will get to that in my next post. For now just imagine me on a 12 hour flight over the Atlantic heading to my new home.
Julie
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