Travelodge Hotel Calgary Airport

... because I’d never had one (but I said I wouldn’t tell, being a national park - oops!). As we were leaving the park we drove along the bison loop and saw more of the hairy creatures, although we actually saw more ground squirrels than bison, poking their heads up out of their holes.


Our time squeeze meant Nath and I had to cane it down to Calgary that night, as it was already getting late. The storms were still lingering so Gary kindly arranged with his ...

... they could get a good spot for the Simple Plan concert but I had started a load of laundry. Then at 5 the clouds parted and the sun came out. We hopped in the car around 5:30 and the girls were in front of the stage by 6pm in really good spots. Melissa and I walked around the grounds. Played some games and went on some rides but MAN! the money goes fast at a place like that. I have to say I expected more from the Stampede. It was very much like our old Belmont ...

... our hotel. Now the real fun begins. We exit the train into the terminal and are immediately whisked into a taxi. The driver says he knows our destination. Be break ALL of the rules, we forget to make sure that there is a taxi sign on the cab and a meter, we forget to ask the cost and before we know it (and 30 euros later) we are dropped off on a dark corner with all our baggage and are trying to figure out the address and where we are. The address is ...

... as a kid I had no concept of time or space. I had no idea what was happening or where this new place was we were going. We got on a plane, my first plane ride ever. Everything was fresh and exciting for me, my dad on the other hand...not so much.

... cousins, so it put our minds at ease. But boy did we miss her! But we also really enjoyed our ongoing "date" and being able to sleep through the night! I am heading back to Florida in March for another Bob Proctor meeting, San Fransisco in Feb (with Sydney!), and Greece in May/June (again with Sydney!) for my sister-in-laws 30th bday and John's bday a few days later. Who knows, we might still be there for Sydney's first bday! So, the travels continue... :)

... died of boredom in front of the TV. NO! I made a conscious choice to go and take some chances and experience the world out there. I decided to quit my job and take a chance that what I believe in will provide me with a substantial source of income. No more safety nets. I'm also going to ride my motorcycle in very unfamiliar locales even though I'm not that experienced at riding yet. The human mind and body is extremely flexible ...

Today we tour Calgary. So many things to do with so little time. So we decided to do one thing in the morning and one thing in the afternoon. We would start off with the zoo, then find a place for lunch, and end the day at the Glenbow Museum, which is a like a mini-Smithsonian. First thing was the Calgary Zoo. Now I do like zoos but I don't go visit everyone in every city. But Pooh wanted to go so we went. This morning is was cold with a little rain. No matter the ...

... through? I still don't know. I must have faith that the pieces will fall into place when the time is right. Being exhausted all the time is part of the process. How can I worry and be fearful of the unknown when I feel the way I do? I really have no care in the world at this time, with the exception of my kids, because I am just so tired. There is a purpose in everything. I do want to try and explain at this time the purpose in my writing the outrageous story ...

... packed with people. We then drove back to the town of Banff and stopped at the Bow Falls, before driving on to the Banff Gondola. The views from the top of Mount Sulphur were spectacular. And There is a long boardwalk, where you can take in lots of views of the Rockies. Well worth a visit.

... the one that could cause a delay...Alexis is watching a movie in the back seat but the Custom Agent doesn't see this and sees an empty passenger seat...he's wondering why she's in the back...must be figuring I'm smuggling someone in the trailer...crisis averted and we're back in Canada after 3 ½ weeks. Home at 6...exhausted from 11 hours of driving. The conclusion of an awesome holiday! Hope you've all enjoyed following along during our adventure! Paul & Alexis