GoodBye Opa

Opa passed away earlier this morning. He will be missed by his whole family, especially by his wife Rita.

Opa & Family

Well, this was a short visit to Ontario with last minute changes to flight itineraries to make it happen. I wanted to see my Opa as things have taken a turn for the worse. He was lucid for about 30min during my visit, in which it was great to connect with him. He has been constantly surrounded by family and the highlight was a trip to the cottage last week. He has made his wishes known and the whole family is supporting him in this final journey. We love you Opa and you will be missed.

This image, above, is from one month ago when David, Dad and I visited Opa.

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My parents celebrated their 30th wedding Anniversary today. Us kids, Laura, Mark, Jeff, and I got them two dozen roses to congratulate them. No flowers or card will ever be enough to thank them for everything they've done for us!

A Few Images...

The last few days have been filled with sorting through my office; working out; and taking care of my knee. All in all, I've kept super busy! I did get time to take a few pictures though....

I finally got around to the fan mail that has been piling up over the last year. So, for everyone who's written me, a response is now in the mail!
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My little neighbours! What Cuties!!!

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July & August 2010 in PIctures

Yesterday I was in Vancouver recording/shooting a promotional piece for Teck. It was at Hyphen Communications and these guys were huge photography buffs...so I had a great time and learned whatever I could while there!

Here, I'm recording the script for the video...new experience for me but I enjoyed it. No one likes the sound of their own voice though...so I hope it's ok!

Calgary Gymp Camp...starring Anna, Larisa and Kelly!

Gymp camp is Rocking it Rocky Style!

Larisa & Anna

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Canadian Snowbirds Giving us a show awaiting our Flight out of Abbotsford

Can you see the moon?.... No photoshop required. Isn't that amazing!


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David and I officially Opened the Chilliwack Fair this year!

And People tell me I'm crazy!

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Then, A Trip to Ontario with Wedding Parties & David's National Championships
....which he won:)

National Champs were held on the Gull River. A beautiful site!

Not much can beat being in a boat on a calm evening. (except perhaps waterskiing on a calm evening!..but...that will have to wait till next year for me...)

I LOOOOVVVVEEE Ontario Cottage Life. We stayed at Ed's Shack...which wasn't at all like a shack! It was wonderful for my Ontario Soul.

What an awesome family! My brother Jeff (far left) is now in the Military!!!!!! Go Jeff Go!!! I'm so proud of you!!!!!! (as you may be able to tell by all these exclamation points)

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My Parents hosted our Ontario wedding celebration...loads of fun!





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David and I are now proud Uncle and Aunt to Quynn Watson Ford!
Congratulations Aryn!!!!!!

I love this shot...such cute feet!