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September 21st 2023

Published: October 3rd 2023

This blog entry was delayed not just by my COVID experience but by the sad news on our last day in London that my younger sister, Jane, died unexpectedly in Victoria. On our return to Victoria, we managed to have a few days with the family which involved a lot of sadness but also a lot of happiness as we remembered what a great person she was. But we must complete the trip, so here goes…. Brig... Read Full Entry

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Peter and Dianne Wilson

ToBeContinued

In July 2011, Dianne and I returned from three fabulous years in China where Dianne was an administrator for Maple Leaf International Schools. To read about our China adventures, click WilsonsInChina. Dianne spent the next 4 years as an administrator in three elementary schools in B.C. In September, 2015 she officially retired. So what happens now? The nickname of this blog is ToBeContinued for a reason... ... full info

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Inside the Cathedral

Huge place. Very helpful volunteers explained some of the highlights.

White Cliffs of Dover, looking up.

They are pretty impressive no matter where you are.

White Cliffs of Dover, looking down.

After walking up Vera Lynn Way to the top, you get some marvellous views. We had planned to walk along the trail in the picture to the lighthouse but the wind was just too strong. It was blowing on shore but even so...

Truck terminal

Unbelieveable number of trucks and cars lining up to take the ferry to France. We have seen this in TV shows but even more impressive in real life.

France anyone?

Somewhere out there is France. Unfortunately, it was too hazy to see anything. With the strong winds, the ferries had quite a job getting in and out of the harbour.

Dover Castle

Been around for almost 1000 years. Interesting place even though the wind made walking around, even inside, very difficult. Interesting displays on how the area was used in WW II.

Last picture from England

While we were waiting for our flight, I saw this departure board and marvelled at the variety of destinations you could reach from LHR.

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