I've finally got around to writing this...
*deep breath*
I'd wish to thank Steve (Stevebsy), Todd (wawazat??), Doug (mohrds) and Steve (Stevebsy) and their wives for extending their generous hospitality throughout our trip allowing both myself and my father to share their houses with us to this year's Reading meet! Without them I would not have been able to go.
In return I would just like to offer that for anyone here visiting or passing through or near Winnipeg will be more than welcome to do the same at my place.
p.s. I purposely mentioned Steve twice since I stayed there on the way to Reading as well as on the way home.
Thanks guys, this really does feel like a family!