I am an avid reader and I always read about spies, and CIA and excellent law enforcement characters etc. One thing I know is that talented snipers have a way of slowing their heartbeat when they are aiming - it's kind of a trance they put themselves into so that their hands are more steady.
I attempted this technique as we were approaching the nice US customs man in Toronto this morning. It was our first test on the "Will we be able to give 86 kids new shoes next week?" quest. I was worried that my cheeks were a bit flushed. But....It was like butter. We had an exceptionally charming Customs Agent and he noticed Bree's new hairdo, discussed eating guinea pigs in Peru and generally made our experience quite pleasant.
Flights were perfect. We have one little car and one big one - which is a bit squishy with all our luggage etc - and will be even moreso when Allan arrives tomorrow - but we will survive.
Tomorrow will be a nice peaceful day - a reunion, some sunshine time...it is REALLY hot down here and then we'll gear up for the next Phase when we fly to Lima on Saturday night. That's when things are going to get very exciting.
Shea, Zak, Bree and Ezi played cards tonight. Tony and Ben are out on the town. And I relaxed and chilled and answered a few emails. Bliss. Pretty tiring - up at 2:45 am. Travelling much of the day with sporadic 10 minute naps here and there. I'm pretty much ready for shuteye.
Ciao for now.
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