Many of us took the 12:10 ferry from Horseshoe Bay, arriving at Langdale just before 1:00. Since check-in time was 2:30, we took the opportunity to stop at Persephone Brewing for lunch and a suitable beverage. Naturally, we made a few purchases at the Upstart and Crow bookstore above the brewery before leaving.

Then we drove in a somewhat disorganized convoy to Linwood House, where we were warmly welcomed by Jean and Michael.

After a tour of the house and room assignments, we settled in the great room to consult devices, read books, catch up, and so on.

Fred and Joette had brought the giant crossword from the year-end Globe and Mail, so we all took a hand at filling in the blanks.

Michael and Jean had provided vegetarian chili for dinner, with a buffet table full of accompaniments, and a fruit crumble for dessert with hand-picked Deep Cove blackberries.