Saturday, July 16, 2011

Out of the Bush for 24 hours!

Although we are long overdue for a post it is not due for a lack of things to say!  We have had a very difficult time finding much internet access and look forward to lots of time at the end of the trip to properly post a lot of our observations, photos and videos.  Many libraries are closed when we roll through and in the case of the past 10 days there has been nothing but trees, trout and trucks.  We have arrived safe and sound in Labrador City after a wild ride north 600 kms on the 389.  At times paved, at times not, always exciting.  We have met amazing people, seen incredible sights and are still digesting everything.  Including our 36 timbits and supersize french fries from McDonald`s!!!!  Today has been a glorious day of calorie loading and resting in the shade (bug free!!) while doing errands.  We were lucky enough to meet a lovely man, Tom Squire on the road a week ago who offered us orange crush, strawberries and a place to sleep here should we need it.  He and Amanda with their 3 beautiful children have welcomed, showered, fed, cheered us greatly all evening and we hope to stay in touch.  Tomorrow we begin our sprint to Churchill Falls covering 250 kms in 3.5 days before starting our long-awaited canoe trip on Wednesday.  2 months down, 1 to go and spirits are high.  Bugs, stinky clothes and broken gear aren`t dampening our enthusiasm or love of this trip. What an endeavor!  We are constantly thankful for the help and support we have had from our friends, families and strangers throughout this voyage, it would be next to impossible without it.  Here`s hoping we can get some photos up tonight, we have LOTS.  Love you all.

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