A rather coolish day here in Nelson today! A high of only 18 C, and it is cloudy now. The men folk, about 10 in total, went on an overnight fishing trip yesterday. According to a text from Andrew, they had caught enough fish for their supper, but we are hoping they have enough to bring home for the rest of us!!! So they will be coming back sometime today. The girls; Kristin, Charlotte, Marliese, Ania (my niece to be) and I took the bus into Richmond for a shopping expedition. The rest of the day was spent relaxing at home, and helping Bella finish making the table name tags, etc.

Bella and Andrew's home in Brisbane, Australia has been evacuated. Their street is in a suburb close to the river, and yesterday the order was given for everyone in that suburb to leave. Bella knows their cat has been taken to a friend's house. Their house backs up into a hill, and so the main floor may be ok, but their garage and entrance probably will get flooded. That is adding a lot of stress to an already stressed out Bella.

My mom has had her first radiation treatment, and needs 4 more. The drive into Winnipeg is rough on her, because highway 75 is in such rough shape, and VERY bumpy. So even in the midst of celebration and fun times, there are concerns and worries. Your prayers are very much appreciated.

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making the place names