Ethan+and+Monkey



=Monkey travels.=

Hi Ethan I hope you got my last message telling you that monkey had arrived in England. We took him to visit the place where Captain James Cook's famous ships were built in which he did all of his explorations. I am now sending monkey off on another long journey, this time to Vancouver, Canada so my husband and I hope he enjoys his travels. He may even see some of the winter Olympics. Bernice & Colin Spence England. ||
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2/2/10 These photographs are of Whitby in Yorkshire, England where monkey visited. The photographs show monkey on Captain Cooks statue and a replica of Captain Cooks ship named "Endeavour", one of the ships that Captain Cook explored in. "Resolution" was another ship that he also sailed in. Bernice & Colin Spence England











Good Morning Ethan, I am writing to tell you I arrived in Vancouver British Columbia Canada, just in time for the start of the 2010 Winter Olympics. I met a new friend called Buffy who is volunteering with the Canadian Olympic Team.We got the chance to attend the dress rehearsal of the Opening Ceremonies and marched in as a stand-in athlete for Argentina. The Opening Ceremonies were magical and, I am sending you back a maple leaf that fell from the Stadium roof. My friend Buffy is volunteering at the Canadian Olympic House and, took me along to meet some new friends Sumi and Miga. We also had the opportunity to meet Julie Payette who is the Canadian woman astronaut, what a lovely lady. I don't know if you know, but Arnold Schwarzenegger was one of the Torch bearers in downtown Vancouver. I am looking forward to spending a little time here with my new friends and, will keep you updated on my experiences. kind regards Monkey
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**2/18/10**

Good morning Ethan, Yesterday I met another friend called Quaatchi, who is also working as a mascot for the 2010 Olympic games.I have attached a website showing you some of his and his friends pastimes. http://www.vancouver2010.com/mascot/en/meet.php I also went for a visit to the Aboriginal Pavilion to see some of the amazing handicrafts. I met nice man from Haida Gwaii (Islands of the People) also known as the Queen Charlotte Islands. It is Canada's most remote archipelago. A place steeped in culture with wonderful scenery. Yesterday was also a great for the American athletes, Lindsay Vonn, Shani Davis and, Shaun White. well that's all for now goodbye Monkey



Good Morning Ethan, Sorry I haven't been in touch much for a while. I have been so busy volunteering at Canada Olympic House during the Winter 2010 Olympics.I can't believe that today is the last day and, the closing ceremonies will be on this evening.I have had many exciting and, interesting adventures. Yesterday, I actually saw 9 Gold medals worn by the Canadian athletes in snowboarding, short track skating pursuit and, curling. The medals are very spectacular, especially up close. They represent Aboriginal art work.They are all different, they are stamped out of one large artwork. The athletes are given a scarf of the complete picture so they can place where their medal was stamped from.Vancouver has really embraced the spirit of the Olympic Games, with the streets full of visitors from all over the world. People are dressed in the flags and, colours of their countries. Some of the main streets in downtown Vancouver have been closed to traffic. There is street art and, street performers. Last Monday on a beautiful sunny day, I walked along the seawall in Vancouver and, met some sled dogs, who were finding it rather warm compared to their usual home in Nunavut. I also visited the Olympic Flame at the cauldron which is now located in a permanent site downtown.Well today is an exciting finish to the Games as USA meets Canada in the Gold Hockey final, followed by the closing ceremonies.I will then be on my way to a new place and, hope to tell you some more interesting facts about it. regards Monkey

**3/7/10**

This message is for Ethan,

I just wanted to let you know that Monkey has arrived safely in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, home of the Rocky Mountains. I have not decided exactly what adventures Monkey will go on while here, but I am sure he will enjoy it. I am actually leaving on vacation next week, and may take Monkey with me to the Caribbean! That would be exciting, don't you think! If I don't take him there, he will enjoy a few days in Calgary, and then will go on the next leg of his journey to..............???

Anyway, I just wanted you to know Monkey is safe with me. My two puppies have said hello to him and welcomed him into our home - don't worry - they won't hurt him.

I tried to get on to your website but was unable to get a password, so may have to communicate further via email.

I hope you are enjoying Grade 1, and I am sure you are looking forward to having Monkey home again. I will send you an update soon.

Take care, Ethan.

Nancy