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We had a busy day, beginning with rearranging Betty's garage to see how to configure both vehicles in there... To make a long story short, it wasn't going to work...
I met my niece Karen in Okotoks for a delightful lunch and conversation as we compared notes on many issues including available housing, which we will both be seeking soon.
On my return to Diamond Valley, I made many detours to get pics of the Rockies, some peaks with snow on them...
My sister Leonie was kind enough to offer me an alternative parking spot in her yard, so Betty followed me out there and we parked the Regal for the 3 months I will be gone.
Coming back through Longview mid-afternoon, we stopped for lunch at the Longview Hotel. On special, they had a Buffalo Meat with Saskatoon Berries burger which I had to try, and it was indeed delicious!
That old hotel caters to regulars (one guy is at the same table every time I visit, years apart!) and many visitors and tourists. One photo below has the history of the building of the Hotel.
We finished eating and a couple was lingering at the door before leaving and Betty struck up a conversation with them. It turns out the fellow came from the same tiny farming town in Manitoba and his Uncle was a hired man to Betty's father, so they reminisced for a long time over common acquaintances, etc.... Such a small world.... And they even drive a Rav4 like Betty!
Last evening I was able to complete my Check-Mig(ration) form to enter Colombia, and this evening I was able to check-in for my Air Canada flights and print my boarding passes. Finally, they allotted me an exit row aisle seat for the Bogota to Cali leg....
Now, I just need to finalize packing and the new adventure begins a new chapter....
I hope you enjoy the pictures. That was the day’s excitement.
Al
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Almost 360 view from Fireguard Road 
Even closer to a 360 view 
Niece Karen 
Some of the Rockies have snow 
Getting cooler at night up there 
View from the Big Rock to the west and the Rockies 
Side view of the Big Rock to the Rockies 
Always makes me think of Ian Tyson 
Gorgeous view before Diamond Valley 
I LOVE this countryside 
Almost my "Alberta" shot 
Longview Hotel and Bar 
Buffalo and Saskatoon Burger! 
Patty and Greg Hunter withBetty 
Interesting history of the hotel!
