Unfortunately one of the hard things about living so far away, is that we have to miss out on some of the really special occassions, like my Grandpa's 96th Birthday, this past Monday, September 4th. My parents were down in Ottawa to celebrate with him, along with Aunt Joan, Uncle Fred, Gillian and Warren, and Joel and Janet were able to make a stop on their way home from Montreal as well. I had a nice chat with Grandpa on the phone, and he seems to be doing as well as ever: telling me all about his prosperous gardens, and offering to send some Indian garlic with my parents when they come visit for us to plant in our gardens. I have to say, this was one of the first times I have felt truly homesick: talking to Grandpa, and knowing that each time we come back to Ontario for a visit, there will be so few opportunities and such limited time to see family and friends. It is wonderful to be able to keep in touch with everyone over the phone, but not the same as a face-to-face visit!
Happy Birthday Grandpa!
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