... Brings us Peace.

... The freedom to make this journey has come at such a small and manageable price, that I am overjoyed to have made it. I am missing my loved ones but seeing - and meeting - loved ones in a way that balances everything out in my mind, if not my heart.

I have and will raise an honest glass to everybody I am proud to call friend, may the charm of being abroad be beaten only by the satisfaction of returning home and having warmth to share with all. Cheers.

Today has been the last time I will see Mary and Jesse for a long time. In all likelyhood years. And for this to happen but a few days after meeting them for the first time is going to be a strain on the transatlantic tie I now embrace as family. I would say they have become like family to me excecpt they are actually part of the clan, in-laws of some kind.

And lastly, An honourable mention goes to harbour, the NC charity that means a great deal to people I have recently met and they embrace as family anybody who needs thier help. May their future and fortunes be bright. Its a sad thought to finish on, but an uplifting one in the effort and dedication they show. May our strengths be as bold as thier example.