On the eve before I pack for Christmas back in Forest, I wanted to take a moment to wish all of you a very Merry Christmas, happy, peace-filled holidays and share with you one more photo from the Great Canadian Railway Adventure.
This is always a time to remember just how much we are thankful for and my heart this year is filled with relief and happiness for the many blessings that have come my way. But I have to say one of the simplest gifts I’ve been given was to witness just today a random act of kindness that pierced my heart. Toronto can be a cold and tough place at times, but just an hour ago I watched a stranger on the 501 streetcar give a coffee card (his own) to a person who was in need. In return, we heard a quiet and sincere “bless you my friend.” There wasn’t a dry eye on the car for all of us who witnessed this heartfelt sharing of Christmas spirit between strangers.
May your joys be simple ones!
Hi, I’m Patti, wonderer, wanderer and photographer. During the week I’m a marketer in the publishing industry and on weekends I take to the road to explore this beautiful planet we live on. 
Merry Christmas Patti! Enjoy your time with family and friends!
Stunning picture Patti…. Love it !
Dianne and Jana, thanks and Merry Christmas!
Jeez Louise! says Monica, leaning over my shoulder, as I read out your story. What a lovely Christmas moment. Love ya. Glad you’re back, though you’re off in Forest, it seems just a hop skip and a jump compared to Tofino. hugs all round!!!
🙂 Merry Christmas to you to Marni, Monica, Adele and Luc! Love you guys and hopefully see you soon!
Wonderful photo Patti, love it! Enjoyed meeting you – VIA Rail Dec. 14th – 16th. hope you had a great time in Tofino? Just beginning to browse through your site — enjoying the pics!! Happy New Year 2012 — Norm & Norma
Norma, it is so great to hear from you! I have been telling my family about my family on board the train 🙂 I really enjoyed meeting you and Norman. And yes, Tofino was wonderful – pounding surf, haunting crows, and peaceful walks along the shore. But the best part was really the fantastic people I met along the way. Happy New Year to both of you!