Halloween was the usual OTT North American event and the whole village was on form with all the kids out trick or treating! Luckily Ben, Olivia & Charlie were still
able to fit into their costumes from last year, and Olivia had carved a pumpkin at school which meant the uncarved pumpkin I put out on the doorstep didn't look too sad!
Mum & Roger stayed with us for a couple of days before we headed up to the Rockies together for another couple of days. Unlike Mum's last visit when it was around -35, it was much warmer in Banff this time and we were able to take the cable car up Sulphur Mountain to see the amazing views. It never fails to impress! Lake Louise was as beautiful as ever and as yet unfrozen.
As Mum & Roger flew out of Calgary, Leigh arrived in Calgary so we had a few more days in Canmore and Banff. Lots of ice-skating-hockey and swimming, lazy mornings and lunches out. We had a really lovely time. Though there wasn't much snow on the hills, Leigh and Ben did get a days skiing at Lake Louise where they had one slope open. Ben seemed to have lost his nerve a bit, (but that's a good thing where Ben is concerned!) Leigh really enjoyed himself and is looking forward to the season even more now!
Ben has had his 8th birthday as well. He chose to take a couple of his friends to see James Bond (no complaints from Leigh or Ed!) and then go for a meal at Montana's where Ben got to wear a silly hat whilst the restaurant sang happy birthday to him! His friends then came back for a sleep over. So Ben had a great day and was a very happy boy!
Leigh is currently back in the UK for a few days... just as we thought the Prairie season was over and we would see more of Leigh...
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Im so excited about coming over - hope it snows soon!
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