So, we had good time in Ontario, Gerry and Dorothy's 60th was well attended, and they really had a great time.
It was in the common room of their building, first was a catered lunch for family and extended family, then they had a open house afterwards. An all day affair really, and they were able to visit lots!
There was much food, as Wensinks don't want to worry about anyone going hungry, so we ate leftovers quite a bit after.
Otherwise trip pretty uneventful, visited, went to Ryan's rugby game (I still don't understand the rules) and Shelby's soccer game. Went to Diane and franco's trailer at the lake. Richard got some sort of weird illness while we were there, cough, not hungry, quite tired, but it cleared up in a few days.
We came home Wednesday, then had my grad Thursday, then off to Victoria for a little trip-which was also nice. We didn't do too much there, walked around a lot and people watched, went to Miniature World (I have always wanted to go back), Butchart Gardens, to the beach, and out for several good meals. We stayed at a place close to where Allison used to live, our own little suite, with a loft-it was quite nice and great location.
Got back to work, all went well while I was gone, but I thought coming back from vacation is like camping, it seems like, 'is it really worth it when there is so much catching up?'
Yes, it is, but I don't like all the catching up.
Had a conversation today with difficult co-worker that I have been dreading for several weeks. I said all I needed to say, in a good way, I think. We'll see if things change-during conversation itself, she said 'I'm sorry you feel that way', which makes me think that change may not be forthcoming, but then I will just escalate it. I don't want to work feeling like I have to tip toe around someone's cold anger (despite her saying she wasn't). I felt at moments like I'd cry, but didn't, and afterwards was able to reflect on it as being a good thing for me to have done. truly, I probably have a conversation a day at least where I am trying to guide etc people/have challenging convo, but this was one I was truly dreading, so feel pretty victorious for having done it!
Laura come tomorrow and we are looking forward to seeing her!
Cat has recovered quite well, on medication, and back to himself. At the vet's they love him because he is so affectionate, even there! They said, 'he is such a great cat! And looks great for his age!' All true.
It was in the common room of their building, first was a catered lunch for family and extended family, then they had a open house afterwards. An all day affair really, and they were able to visit lots!
There was much food, as Wensinks don't want to worry about anyone going hungry, so we ate leftovers quite a bit after.
Otherwise trip pretty uneventful, visited, went to Ryan's rugby game (I still don't understand the rules) and Shelby's soccer game. Went to Diane and franco's trailer at the lake. Richard got some sort of weird illness while we were there, cough, not hungry, quite tired, but it cleared up in a few days.
We came home Wednesday, then had my grad Thursday, then off to Victoria for a little trip-which was also nice. We didn't do too much there, walked around a lot and people watched, went to Miniature World (I have always wanted to go back), Butchart Gardens, to the beach, and out for several good meals. We stayed at a place close to where Allison used to live, our own little suite, with a loft-it was quite nice and great location.
Got back to work, all went well while I was gone, but I thought coming back from vacation is like camping, it seems like, 'is it really worth it when there is so much catching up?'
Yes, it is, but I don't like all the catching up.
Had a conversation today with difficult co-worker that I have been dreading for several weeks. I said all I needed to say, in a good way, I think. We'll see if things change-during conversation itself, she said 'I'm sorry you feel that way', which makes me think that change may not be forthcoming, but then I will just escalate it. I don't want to work feeling like I have to tip toe around someone's cold anger (despite her saying she wasn't). I felt at moments like I'd cry, but didn't, and afterwards was able to reflect on it as being a good thing for me to have done. truly, I probably have a conversation a day at least where I am trying to guide etc people/have challenging convo, but this was one I was truly dreading, so feel pretty victorious for having done it!
Laura come tomorrow and we are looking forward to seeing her!
Cat has recovered quite well, on medication, and back to himself. At the vet's they love him because he is so affectionate, even there! They said, 'he is such a great cat! And looks great for his age!' All true.
posted by lisaandrichard at 9:12 PM
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Sister Laura or niece Laura?
Sister!
I am having a great visit with everyone. Went to Springhill for lunch, beautiful.
Winery lunches are the best.
Agreed
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