We are just about to leave the Montreal Sheraton for the airport.  Next stop?  Vancouver. I had an unexpectedly great lunch yesterday in Montreal.  First, thanks to Olivia, Montreal Sheraton Le Centre's VIP Services Manager, who provided a birthday gift.  That's a bottle of Sangiovese and pastries below, which were a total surprise and most thoughtful gift.  Olivia greeted us at the lounge with a big smile and somehow knew it was my birthday.  She is a huge asset to this hotel for treating her VIP Bonvoe customers with  a very special touch. Looking down from the above view, you can see Stanley Street.  Around the mid-point on the left side are our previous Chinese, Korean and Japanese restaurants.  Walking up the street, a right turn will lead you to Reubens. Ordered a Reuben's original:  smoked meats on rye bread, swiss cheese, sauerkraut and Russian tangy dressing.  With the birthday gift wine, plus a bottle of beer, had my...

The 2026 Winter Olympics are over, save for the Closing Ceremonies, as I crank out this posting.  I asked Google AI, how did the USA do? Team USA had a historic performance at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina,   setting a new record for the most gold medals by the U.S. at a Winter Games . The team finished with 12 gold medals and 33 total medals, highlighting significant success in men's ice hockey, freestyle skiing, and women's alpine skiing.   Key highlights from the 2026 Winter Olympics for Team USA included: Record-Breaking Performance:   The team secured the record for most gold medals by Team USA at a Winter Olympics on Feb. 21, 2026, surpassing the previous high of 10. Men's Ice Hockey Gold:   The U.S. men's team won their first gold since 1980 by defeating Canada 2-1 in overtime with a goal by Jack Hughes. Total Medal Count:   Team USA finished behind only Norway in total medals (41) with a final tally of 33. Women's Success:   U.S. wo...