It's been a long time since I wrote in this blog, and to be honest it's because nothing really jumped out at me. It's been an interesting few months. Had a lot of fun over the summer, but also made some realizations about myself. The girls loved going to the zoo and Calaway Park. We had a great time with lots of friends at the Sundal's cabin over the August long weekend. Heather's parents came back from their mission in Toronto, and my Dad and step-brother-in-law bought a cabin of their own.
School started on a down note with the sudden and unexpected passing of one of our teachers, Bruce Parkin. His memorial was earlier this week. It has been a very interesting experience, and one that has caused me to reflect a lot. More than ever I miss many of the students who graduated. Thankfully, several of them have popped by for a visit, and their visits have helped me get through this difficult time.
Yesterday I was reminded of a great truth. There are friends that come in and out of your life, but there are those who are always going to be there no matter how often you see them. Yesterday I had the pleasure of having one such friend in my home. Matt Harker and I have been friends since I was in Grade 8. We have gone to Trek conventions and been there for each other during tough times. He was and still is one of my dearest friends. He was one of four who sang my mother's favorite hymn at her funeral.
It's been a couple years since we got together. He lives in Edmonton, I in Calgary. He just happened to be in town for work, and I invited him over for dinner. We had a great visit, catching up on old friends and family. Even though it had been a while, we picked up right where we left off. We laughed, swapped stories, and promised to get together again soon. His wife and kids are friends as well, as are the members of my family. We look forward to finding more adventures that we could go on.
So, that's catching up with Matt, and catching up with me. I've had quite a few things tumbling through my head, and I hope to find the time to write some of them down. Until next time.
