After last night’s mega meltdown (can you guess which adult was melting down — she could not locate her wallet, it had been left in a random Safeway bag), the morning came bright and early with, surprisingly, nary a blip in sight. We made our way to the airport with our 55L Osprey backpacks lovingly in tow, wondering if we had brought too much or not enough and in the end deciding to just say F-it: not like we’re going to the moon. A missed toothbrush or head lamp can easily be purchased down yonder.

3 of 4 Zombies
Our entire family came to the airport to send us off, bemused at the matching Travelling Gong Show t-shirts and most especially Saffy’s not-to-enthusiastic-forced smile. She’s been on the fence with this trip for the past 18 months and maintains that she was not formally consulted. After a few tears — can you guess from who?? — we left YQT to make our way to YYZ, where we immediately took to our electronics. WTF. In fairness, everyone was so bagged and neither parental had anything left in the tank by way of entertaining the kids.

Piper checking her stock . It went up. Wondering what to do.

Thinking of holding.

Leave me alone. Trying to figure out this blog thing.
All of this not to be eclipsed by a visit from some of our favourite peeps, Mel, Stu and Charlotte of Barrie. They made the journey down to our airport hotel so the kids could swim and the adults could re-enact our alter ego characters who’s names shall remain nameless. We enjoyed a wonderful meal together: you know the one, kids under the table, ketchup dripped on new shirts and the radical discovery of Sushi Cones. It never ceases to amaze me that no matter how much time goes by we can always just pick right up where we left off without skipping a beat. Much ♥ to this clan.
And now it is 8:01 pm and we’re turning in. Alarms are set for 4:15am and tomorrow is a big day!
I love that you made your 8:00 am deadline. Could this be a sign of orderliness and discipline to come.??? Somehow I doubt it!😘 I cannot wait to follow your adventures and watch it all unfold. G,S and little C will be waiting until next time to have our usual spirit lifting good times with our Plavii. Xoxo Travel safe and love it all…..S
Sounds like a great start. Miss you like crazy 😢
Looking forward to following along on the TGS Adventures! Be safe! Have fun! xxoo
Thanks guys! Sending you all our love. The scenery here is insane. Alvis is going loco with his camera.
Where’s the “like” button on Mel’s reply?! Congratulations on making your flights! Wow! Can’t wait for the updates, gang. Or is that Gong?
Baloney!!! Much love to you. Ps Kate was an absolute gift.
Good luck and Godspeed. Say hello to Jaquin if and when you see him. I am a little envious!
Pablo
Pablo!!! Can’t tell you how many times I’ve thought about you since arriving. Will give Joaquin your best. Wish you were here to play scrabble with me!
Safe travels Plavins! May you return renewed, restored and intact😘 We are looking forward to the updates!
Thank you Pam! Xo
Love this!! Hope you have fun and have a safe trip!! Can’t wait for you to come home Pipes:)
Thanks Kass can’t wait to see you too miss you so much. How is school?! Xo
Safe travels to you and your family. I am looking forward to following your journey through your blog.
Thanks Jen! So kind of you!!
I am really looking forward to following your adventures, it seems like it was yesterday we were in Ecuador and we were talking about your plans! You are amazing! You all are!
Leila!!! Thank you for introducing me to Joaquin! He’s been wonderful. We are in love with this country. I cannot wait to leave the heat and hit the mountains. Xo. If you look closely you will see we are all wearing our Berg hats!!
Well, Plavins hope you arrived at your destination safe and sound without too many hic-ups. I have shared your link on my FB page not that I have many friends but there will be a few interested. I do think this will be an amazing adventure for all of you. The girls will come back with a different outlook on life and influences that with give them a better perspective on their decisions in life. I am sure Gee would be worried but excited for you but Grampy??? you would never get him to try some foreign and unusual. Have a wonderful time and may God watch over you. Love you AJ
Thank you for your enthusiasm!! We are having a terrific time. Xo