Timing is everything they often say and that was never truer than when my beloved cousin Jeanne Prince and her daughter Megan Fox invited me to spend some time with them in the Ottawa Valley.
As is tradition, Jeanne and Megan spent a week in Niagara this Summer. They were very much aware that I was going through some rather difficult times and asked me if I would join them for their trip back to Renfrew.
With all elements taken care of, including my bus ticket back, there was no excuse for me to say no.
From a peaceful day at a cottage on a remote island to taking in popular Renfrew attractions, my mini vacation was just what the doctor had ordered.
Here's a look at my Visit to the Valley...