You don't have to be a fantastic hero to do certain things -- to compete. You can be just an ordinary chap, sufficiently motivated to reach challenging goals.
Edmund Hilary
He came, He saw and He charmed
The shortest layover of the century.
The President of the USA came to Ottawa for a visit and all I was praying for, was for him to be safe and return home in one piece. (This world is full of some very sick people). The security was tight, but that is expected in this city with its array of embassies and visiting dignitaries, the RCMP and the Ottawa police know how to provide security. Last week, they stepped it up to another level, and it was a joy to see the military precision that the security was executed.
The building where I work is adjacent to the American embassy; and a 5 min. walk to Parliament Hill, needless to say we felt the effects of the security. We were given permission to join the crowds, but we all declined …. I detest crowds.
The day that he arrived was fresh, (-2C) not cold, however, the US media thought it was extremely cold. I wonder if they want me to invite them up when it is REALLY cold, like -45C ….. jeez, set of wimps. The American Media has no idea what, who or where Canada is located. Proof is in this article US Media Struggles with Obama Visit to Canada
There were busloads of people from Montreal and Toronto, who came here, just to see this inspiring President. This is remarkably different from when his predecessor (Dubya) came for his visit. We almost had riots with demonstrations saying that he should go home. President Obama’s visit was one of welcome and awe, with many ordinary people shaking his hand in the Byward Market and where he bought his BeaverTail pastry.
I wish him well (he will need it) and may God’s Blessing be with him (this is mandatory) during his tenure as President and during these troubling times.
Walk Good
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