Post Montreal

It was very difficult transitioning to the normal routine after the vacation in Montreal. Getting back to the job was a nightmare, and after two weeks, I'm still not sure if I am caught up. My partner is still suffering from a case of bronchitis. I've been feeling run-down and slightly depressed. Although we were only there for only four days and nights, I felt like I didn't want to leave Montreal, and I'm trying to allocate some time in the near future to take another trip. Meanwhile, I am making a serious attempt to learn French. There is a possibility that Canada could be our future home. We will be taking many more trips to further evaluate it, of course. It will also depend upon the political climate here in the U.S.
Below is a well-written article I found which exemplifies how I feel:

http://www.lilithgallery.com/articles/2005/canadian_gaymarriages.html

Montreal

My partner and I returned from a great trip in Montreal. During the four days we spent there, we fell in love with the city. Above is a view from the Parc du Mont-Royal which overlooks the city.
I have to admit that I'm actually depressed to be back in New York. In Montreal (and Canada as a whole) I am no longer regarded as a second-class citizen, and I would have the right to marry my partner. The city itself is more relaxed than NYC, and the restaurants are excellent. The subways and streets are also considerably cleaner. There is also a better coffee chain than Starbucks called "Second Cup". We are definitely returning sometime next year, hopefully with a better understanding of the French language. Until that time I will continue to miss Montreal...