Al, I have known you and Heather for many years as aquaintances in Whistler, but it is only in the last year that I was gifted with quality time with you both, and Colt! It began on the Windy pass ride in honour of D'Arcy, you said to me at the top "Hey, what's that thing you are wearing on your hip? I have brain cancer so I can ask whatever I want." Something to that effect, and it started a fabulous conversation with you. I told you you didn't need to use brain cancer as the reason to ask me a question about my medical device but alas that choice wasn't yours to make. I appreciated the funny, interesting discussion that ensued on the top of a ridge in the Chilcotins. Through our mutual and amazing friend Jeannette, I was able to enjoy another mountain bike with you on the west side, and a gorgeous Christmas brunch on the mountain with you, Heather and Colt. Thank you for your candour,
for the rides, and for sharing some of your precious family time with me. What a gift you are.
