AU REVOIR, KAYE! 26 JUNE 2013
Maureen writes: On Wednesday, Kaye repacked her cases half a dozen times. Finally, she was satisfied with the distribution of the contents, so we packed the cases in my van and off we drove to the airport.
Despite being a little early, there were lines already in place of folks checking in.
Finally, Kaye got her ticket, had her monstrous big case sent off to baggage and was on her way to Security. We parted company outside the secure area.
This is the magnificent Native carving by artist Bill Reid, SPIRIT OF HAIDA GWAII, now located in the foyer on the international departures level of Vancouver International Airport. The sculpture was also featured on the Canadian $20 bill until the old paper bill was replaced with the new plastic variety. I drove home sadly, wishing the visit could have been longer. When I walked in the door, the Circus stared at me in stunned disbelief: Where is Auntie Kaye? they asked. When I explained she was on her way to her own home, they all looked very downcast. Apparently, Jim & I are not the only ones who will miss our good friend from New Zealand!

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