A Visit in Dryden

One of the best things about this adventure that we're on, is the family, relatives, friends and new people that you meet along the way. We have visited people that we know from the East coast to the West coast; down to the Southern states and points in between. We have stopped in to see people that we know; haven't seen for a very long time; or have never met. We always seem to have a great time; and always manage to find something to talk about.

This was the case this past weekend. My Uncle Ted and Aunt Bonnie are from Thunder Bay, Ontario. A few weeks back, we contacted them to let them know that we were going to be passing through on the May long weekend; and to see if they were going to be free. They were, and suggested that we meet them in Dryden, Ontario instead. Bonnie's youngest sister Kim and her family live there. I hadn't seen Kim in over 25 years; and both Mike and I were looking forward to it.

We arrived at their place on the lake on Friday afternoon; and were welcomed with big hugs all around. Kim is exactly how I remember her from before - warm, friendly, inviting and always a big smile on her face. And her husband Gary and their girls, Alex and Tayler, are also the same. It was also great seeing Ted and Bonnie; and a great weekend was had by all!

We spent the weekend catching up, sharing old and new memories and lots of laughter. It was tough to leave on Tuesday morning, as not only was the company great, but the meals that they made for both breakfasts and dinners were truly delicious! They have extended an invitation back to us anytime; and we hope to take them up on that offer one day.

We got an early start the next day; and arrived in Thunder Bay with plenty of time to get a much needed hair cut and buy some Persians. For those of you who don't know this, Persians are a bakery treat that are only available in Thunder Bay. And boy are they tasty!!! Mmm mmm good! I had promised one of the workers from Living Forest, who was also from Thunder Bay, a package of them, so had to also find a Canada Post. She should have them by Friday. We may have 1 or 2 of them left by the time we make it "home". Hope that you all had as an enjoyable long weekend as we did.

Tuesday through Thursday were spent driving East along #17. Northern Ontario has always been a favorite place of ours to drive through. There is lots of nature to see along the way and the scenery is beautiful. Lots of little rivers and streams; and of course Lake Superior along the way, plus rock and forests. On Tuesday evening, we saw 2 fox, 3 moose and a bear. Most wildlife we've seen in the Thunder Bay area in a long time.

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