Last Minute Packing!!
It’s two hours until I leave for the airport. I’m the last member of the support group headed to France, so I’ve fielded a few calls for last minute supplies. Somehow I’ve managed to fit a recirculator (a pricey piece of specialized kitchen equipment) into my carry on luggage, and pack a big box with two goose neck heat lamps to replace items missing in France. I’m not giving good odds on the heat bulbs making it in one piece, but they should be relatively easy to replace if they don’t make it.
Speaking of geese, I also have the heads from two Canada goose decoys in my checked luggage - a couple of good luck Canadian Icons to bring to the stadium.
The excitement of heading off to France for such a big event is starting to sink in, and I’m a bit jittery. I am also, however, especially thankful for on line check in. That emergency row seat is essential for me. Those of you who know me also know that I’m 6’7”, and don’t fit into any airplane that well. I cheered like a hockey fan at Game 7 when I checked in and got that exit row seat!
When I arrive in France, I’ll be passing on the best wishes, support and encouragement of over four thousand Moxie’s employees, cheering for David and Grace from locations across Canada. If you’ve been in a Moxie’s in the last few days and noticed that everyone is wearing a gold ribbon - those ribbons are cheers for David and Grace, a constant reminder of our united support of Canada and the Bocuse d’Or.
If you haven’t already done so, please join David Wong’s fan page on Facebook, and send him a mesage of support!
Time to finish packing - and start thinking about having dinner in France when I get off the plane!
