The arrival into Bathurst was absolutely amazing. Dad was greeted with a police escort from the Big Stop to First United Church on St. Patricks Street. Connor and I were there holding a welcome sign. Dad was so blown away that he did not even realize that Connor and I were there. He thought we looked familiar, but he did not fully put it all together. The Mayor as well as a representative from the Cancer Society were on hand to greet dad. Last evening we had an unbelievable meal with so many wonderful people. There were luminary bags for all the thyroid cancer survivors lit along the fireplace that were in attendance.A HUGE THANK YOU TO HELEN KNOWLES AND SANDRA PENTLAND for arranging the welcome reception and their wonderful warmth and hospitality. The place was decorated with butterfly coasters, butterflies on the napkins, and there were butterflies on the luminary bags as well - absolutely amazing.
THANK YOU TO SANDRA AND ED who hosted all of us last evening. To everyone in Bathurst THANK YOU - WORDS ARE NOT ENOUGH!
Today Brian is cycling with dad to Rexton. Connor and I will be there to greet them.
Wow what an amazing reception!
ReplyDeleteAlmost home, Gary. See you soon. Take care.
Ellen
Gary
ReplyDeleteI bet you were surprised when you saw Christina and Connor in Bathurst, even though you did not recognize them at the time. I am glad that you have the opportunity to bike with Brian to Rexton. Enjoy your visit with Galene your host for this evening. Will see you in four days. Bye for now love Faye. I hope you recognize me. Ha Ha.
Great job Gary.
ReplyDeleteHappy to hear you had a great reception to my hometown! Enjoy the rest of your ride-see you tomorrow Gary!!
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