Wow so much has happened in the last 365 days minus 8 days and counting. March 27th is fast approaching the one year anniversary of Al's passing. Going to return to the restaurant where I had dinner with my 2 sisters, (Sandy & Maureen) and my niece Chrystal. I wanted to commemorate Al's death and life plus have a celebration of his memory. So Sunday dinner will be at Gino's- we'll all meet up 5-5:30pm -ish--and raise a toast. Maybe even share some memories.
I had no idea where I would be a year later- how I would feel or what I would be doing.
Sad to say there has been a total of 4 family members passing on since March 2010.
I am blessed to have had my extended family around and friends. To have travelled to distant lands- Australia and New Zealand my trip of a lifetime. Short sojourns locally to Vancouver Island.
Many travel plans and ideas- now play out in my head. Ireland, Britain, Europe and south America.
And of course the Hawaiian Islands, San Francisco and San Diego = sunshine.
And of course the current earthquake and Tsunami disaster that unfolds more daily.
Prayers and hope for the Japanese people. That is one of many places that I wish to return to one day.
Adding many things to my emergency kits when I can--non perishable foods, first aide kit, bottled water, can opener batteries, flashlights. Canned fruit, fish, beans, veggies,dried fruit, nuts, peanut butter, protein bars, granola bars, cookies, cereal,etc. I think I have it all covered.
Have been building my car kit as well.
Shopping around for a sleeping bag, making sure I have tarps and seriously considering a small BBQ or small camp stove with fuel. Then where to store it--and to have a bucket or two for toilet needs.
Greater Vancouver area is of course located in the Ring of Fire just like Japan and New Zealand. Really the whole coast of North and south America is at risk.
all we can do it prepare and hope it does not happen in our lifetime.
Or that it happens in the early hours of the morning when the majority of the population is safe at home and not on the streets, roads and city centres.
I am thankful to have my own roof over my head, food, a companion (Sasha),family and friends.
Hoping that the people of Japan whom have been effected by this disaster, will soon have a roof over their head and a place to call home. Comfort, warmth, food and running water things that we often take for granted.
Here Spring is coming, sunshine flowers and a new full Moon.
I hope to be able to go for a walk this weekend to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine.
maybe play with Sasha....:)
and count my blessings.
xo
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