Ontario:
Out this am to volunteers' meeting. Sparse attendance = quick meeting. The group took my suggestion of a circle instead of rows so no chit chat and everyone could see everyone and hear better. Then went out to visit the van; asked Pete about winter storage. After having told me a couple months ago that I should put it in a heated space, he now said it would be fine outside and agreed to keep it in his yard until spring, when, I hope, he will have time to do the repair. Now he is up to "there" with people needing their snow tires. It has been snowing lightly for a couple days and a larger amount is due tomorrow. I am counting on the road south being clear when I need to leave at 4 pm.

Then visited a friend's Christmas shop. Very nice! Stopped in at A Place for the Arts and viewed the latest art work - a wonderful variety of photos and paintings by local artists. Then had an appointment at the bank to register my shares so I can sell them and have a down payment if I ever find a property cheap enough. The went seeking a place to have hair cut. Enjoyable time chatting with Gary as he cut off most of my hair! It has not been this short since infancy! As I was leaving, I noted out loud, "At the art gallery, we were talking about haircuts and I remember someone saying, 'he gets talking and keeps cutting...'" Gary laughed and said, "Pat Cooke!" Nice man. If I ever go back, maybe he will not cut off quite so much.

Then stopped at each grocery store. Bought nothing at first and went back in for more at the second, having gotten in the car and realized I needed lunch stuff for tomorrow. Got back to the house in time for a bite with hosts who then went out. I made a couple sandwiches for tomorrow and started organizing for departure. When Lesley came back, we chatted for awhile. I told her I am having separation anxiety already. I cannot see myself staying away until spring. She assured me I am welcome to stay here if I want to come back. Even being away the last month has been very difficult. I will watch the weather and try to come back once a month. This is no only a healthier environment physically, it is where I feel comfortable, and have friends.