Tuesday, April 5th Leaving Staunton VA

   Overnight we experienced heavy thunder storms and the temperature had dropped to 6 C.  This was the first day since March 1st that we dressed in long pants and sleeves with a vest and our sandals.  We hit the road at 830 AM in the rain.  Our trip on the I-81 through Virgina, West Virgina, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New York States before entering Canada.  Most of the day we drove in the rain and even experienced snow flurries in New York State.  The traffic was steady with lots of semi trucks on the road. We cleared Canada Customs quickly without any difficulty and now into Ontario.  We arrived home at 800 PM.  We drove 2370 Kms from Kissimmee to our home.

   I must mention gas prices.  Florida prices were $3.499 per gal, Georgia, $3.559 per gal, North and South Carolina $3.599 per gal, Virgina $3.659 per gal and the most expensive gas in New York State $3.899 per gal.  Still a bargain compared to the Canadian prices.  And the American complain, we Canadians just sit back and just pay. 

   A good month and a bit. It is good to be home and I enjoyed my bed.  We are happy the snow is gone and looking forward to warmer weather, which will come. 

Monday, April 4th Leaving Kissimmee

It was our departure day from Kissimmee Florida.  We planned on driving as far as Staunton Virgina.  It was another bright sunny day around 20 C when we hit the road at 730 AM. 

The drive took us through the State of Florida, Georgia and South Carolina  on the I-95.  Then, we were routed to the I-26 and I-77 in North Carolina (Columbia area).  In Virgina we connected with the I-81.  Monday's drive of 1350 Kms ended at 745 PM.  We checked in to the motel and were in time for "Dancing with the Stars".  Needless to say; we were a little car weary from the 12 hour drive.  Helene was glued to the TV and using the telephone and Internet service.  I headed out for a BBQ roasted chicken, Cole slaw and of course a bottle of wine. 

As mentioned, the day started out at 20 C and hit a high of 31 C and when the car was parked in Staunton VA it was 24 C.  The winds had picked up throughout the day and storm advisories had been posted for possible tornado's and thunder storms.

Sunday, April 3rd in Kissimmee

It was another wonderful Florida day in the Kissimmee area with friends. 

Vonnie, Albert and Helene headed out for church in the Celebration area.  The Dowling's son and his family were off to the Disney's water park for the day.  We enjoyed a brunch and chilled out around the pool.  Of course, we had to stay hydrated in the heat.

The whole Kissimmee gang headed out to Downtown Disney for the evening.  An area on the Disney complex with alot of commercial shops, Lego Land, Toy World, many restaurants, live music and filled with people, all happy and having fun.

After our fun filled evening in Downtown Disney we were off, with a final stop at Neil and Sue's for cinammon rolls before heading home.  A great day.

Saturday, April 2nd in Kissimmee

Just another outstanding weather day.  We spent the day by the pool. After a great BBQ supper the gang headed over to Old Town to enjoy the sights and sounds.  A carnival atmosphere with an antique car parade of 340 vehicles.  Some very nicely remodeled vehicles which made a grown man drool.