Tag Archives: Dominican Republic

Off Again

Posted on January 11, 2020 by mysm2000

After two years of moving, building, renovating, decorating, and enjoying my new digs overlooking the Ottawa River, I’m trying something new:  I’m going to be a fledgling snowbird!  Wednesday morning I’m loading up the car and heading off to Miami. … Continue reading →

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Day 3 in the Dominican Republic

Posted on January 28, 2019 by mysm2000

Today was the first day that we went out into the communities to visit Compassion centres.  The one we went to was about 45 minutes from the Hampton Hotel where we are staying.  We took 5 large suitcases & bags … Continue reading →

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Day 2 in the Dominican Republic

Posted on January 27, 2019 by mysm2000

Day 2 was an extremely full day.  It started off leisurely enough with a buffet breakfast in the dining area downstairs.  Delicious food, cold juices, and sitting with new people and getting to know them.  Lots of time to pack … Continue reading →

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On Route to the Dominican

Posted on January 26, 2019 by mysm2000

Lots of members of our group spent the night in Terminal 3 at Pearson International waiting for our early morning flight. It was the first time I’d taken the train from Terminal 1 to Terminal 3 and it was pretty … Continue reading →

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On The Road Again

Posted on January 25, 2019 by mysm2000

Time for another adventure. This time, I’m off to the Dominican Republic with Compassion Canada. I have a new sponsored child, a 15-year-old boy in the Dominican who I’m expecting to meet and be able to spend some time with … Continue reading →

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