Wow, it has been three years since I have written here in this blog.  In 2016 we didn't have a trip and in 2017 I was attending a wedding in the Dominican Republic and Bev decided to share their journey on Facebook instead.  This year we will try and do both!

2018 is a milestone year.  This will be our 10th trip to the small town of Kilmarnock, VA - WOW, 10 years.  That means by then end of this week we will have helped put the roof over the heads of 10 families with 10 unique stories, 10 handmade quilts (thank you KUC Quilters) and 10 years of friendship with the locals who have become like family. 

We are a small group this year with only 11 of us.  This year the adults actually outnumber the youth which hasn't happened in a while - last year there were 12 youth!  Within the group there are three people who will experience the trip for the first time.  Through fresh eyes, a different perspective, a sense of awe and wonder.  It's always exciting to see people experience this journey for the first time.  I am sure this year will be no different.

We left Ottawa as the snow was falling and it followed us most of the way down to Dickson City, PA.  The streamers of snow came and went sporadically throughout the drive.  Thankfully the roads were clear and remained that way.  As I write though, there are big flakes falling from the sky. Hopefully those will be all gone before our morning drive starts again.

A quiet night with a reflection of Bev and her "wandering heart" which we have been tasked to share amongst ourselves throughout the week.  Sharing love and kindness with each other, thanking each other for the "little" things that are so important.  Being present in the moment.  Listening to that still small voice that is within us all.  May we be so grateful for the gifts we have been given.