I picked Jess up after work and we headed into the city in the rain and traffic, and got there about an hour before they were due to arrive, planning to grab a coffee, wander around, and be close to the front of the line. We walked in and saw the line...that kept going...and going...until we were at the back of the store. So it seemed like it would be a long night, but shortly after we got there we were served hot cocoa and cookies and it was lovely. They arrived at 6pm right on time and started the signing. They were planning to stay until everyone got their chance to talk to them - they were only supposed to be there 6-8pm, but were planning on letting anyone through that was in line by 8 (which probably meant they were going to be there until closer to 10pm).
When we finally got to see them, they were just like they are on their videos - sweet, chatty, and very friendly. From listening to the people in front of me, they honestly tried to talk to everyone about something. I just stood there dumbly smiling while they signed my book, saying that John's mom's name is Kathleen, and Jessica chatted a bit with them...I just kept smiling. Haha...so awkward. Anyway, we were happy to have our signatures and went to dinner across the way at Mildred's Temple Kitchen (which was so yummy - gnocchi poutine - delish).
Oooooh shiny gold table decor...