Experience #33

Theme: fine dinning: RV dinner

Simon and I were invited to dine in Dinah and Barry's 5th wheel trailer. It is in the front driveway of their beautiful home. They've been using it while doing reno's to their kitchen. Since I'm over the halfway mark on my experiences, I gladly accepted the offer to enjoy an entertaining evening where I wouldn't have to go too far out of my comfort zone.

Dinner was great. Barry made some terrific ribs and corn on the cob on the BBQ. Dinah added to the feast a delicious salad and a charcuterie platter. Generously pour wine, add good conversation about RVing and you have a very enjoyable evening.

I'm sure their neighbours thought we were a bit quirky but we had a ball. Go RVers!

Experience #34

Theme: social: Gay pride parade

I'm rarely home on the pride week-end. So this year, I made a point to participate. I feel that we, as a society, should be more inclusive. I have seen and heard hateful things done/said to gay and trans gender friends. Celebrating freedom of expression and identity is a powerful statement, that should be encouraged.

The weather was perfect and the downtown was filled with spectators and tourists. The floats were, as one might expect it, flamboyant. The last float had this amazing singer that worked the crowed like pie pipper. By the time we reached the James Bay park, there were thousands dancing and following her into the field. The band stand featured some local bands, and there was some kind of "talent show" by the baseball diamond. I was fun to see all the folks dressed up. Some had even dressed their dogs!