Pending departure

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This morning I woke to a temperature of -24C on the thermometer by the front door, to bright sunshine bouncing off yesterday’s snow, and a sense of wonder that after “two more sleeps” I’ll be bound for summer in Kenya. Tomorrow, I take VIA to Toronto and on Monday I board KLM Flt 692 for Amsterdam (departing Pearson at 5:55 p.m.) and then Flt 565 for Nairobi (arriving at 8:25 p.m. on the 12th, having lost 8 hours because I’m travelling eastward). My host will meet me at the airport. I’m uncertain of how frequently I’ll have access to the Internet, but when I do, I’ll send notes and a few photos so you can share my adventure. Then on Feb 9, I return on Flt 4140 and Flt 695, arriving at Pearson at 8:35 p.m. on the same date (having regained the 8 hours I lost travelling eastward). I’ll be taking VIA home on Feb 10. This is my final “test” posting. The next time you receive a notice in your inboxes, it should be from Africa. Imagine!

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Comments

[Dan MacDonald]

My Grandma is a traveller
That sounds like a lot of fun. I'd expect a big wait for the Amsterdam flight, on account of the recent problems. Have fun!

[Patricia]

POETRY
You have a poetic eye, as well as a poetic soul. Hope some poetry comes out this new adventure. Will be very surprised if it doesn't...after your return, when you've had time to reflect, if not before.

[Donna Strathdee]

best
Kathryn I did not realize it was this close , all the best and will think of you the whole time the adventure and the safety , hope you can let us know on a regular basis , love you sister

[Karen]

Bon Voyage
You'll have your feet on the ground in Africa soon! Thinking of you and wishing I was there with you - it's up to -4 but more snow last night. Full winter gear on the way to work this morning :-)