Kate Bennett wrote:
> Colin wrote, "The biggest difference between the USA amnd Canada for me was
> the distinct
> change in atmosphere the minute I crossed into Canada."
>
> YES!!! The very minute!!! WOW. I thought it was just me. This winter I drove
> from Seattle to Vancouver. Crossing the border I felt an amazing difference
> too. The landscape looked different & the atmosphere...the colors more
> golden...the feeling less rat racey & commercialized...more rural &
> earthy... & back in time (a good thing). I wondered if I was just imagining
> this but I think it was true.
if it is imagination then we shared the same delusion! I felt completely safe
there. A 'lady' in montreal took me to a motel(as Montreal was full due to
conventions and sports being on)as long as I drove her where she wanted to go. I
thought she was very pleasant. Only later did I realise she was a 'lady of the
night' and had taken me to a good time motel. However, i got a room and slept
well and no disturbances at all.
Everyehwre I wnet in Canada was just laid back and non threatening.(Okay Quebec
was not that friendly, in the city, but was still not threatening).
If I was to emigrate anywhere i think Canada would be a good choice. I'd love to
see the west side next time. John has been sevral times and tells me it is
stunning. And of course there is Roberto on Vancouver to go see!
bw
colin
