Day 1
August 26, 2010
Halifax Stanfield International Airport

So…… here we sit in the departure lounge.

Wow – ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime.  There have been tears, belly laughs, cameras flashing, luggage luggin’, hugs, goodbyes and hello’s.  There is an overwhelming sense of tranquility and peace.  God’s hand is soooooooo on this! 

We pulled up to the departure lane at the airport and were greeted by the most wonderful personal valets (Victoria’s Uncle Larry and Aunt Rosie), and one who gives swirling hugs (Don).  Then we were greeted at the ticket counter by an Air Canada angel in disguise who was so gracious, fun and kind.  Our wheelbarrows squished through the security scan without incident, thanks to Master Packaging and Sister Gertrude!!   The luggage is all accounted for.  Nothing lost yet. 

Excitement is in the air – a tangible sense of expectation.   The question is: how is it that a team of 8 checks in and only 1 window seat. Sister is not pleased.

We have 4 repeat travelers and 4 newbies!  A perfect mix.  Unity. Intergenerational. 

Our flight tonight is to London, where we will spend our layover tomorrow on the “Hop-on Hop-Off” London bus tour.