Monday, December 31, 2012

Baby, It's Cold Outside

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It's not the best time or place for a picnic.

Sunday, December 30, 2012

Keeping Warm

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Warm clothes are the order of the day.

Saturday, December 29, 2012

"X"

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Construction at the Pickering Go Station. Completion date expected in late 2013. The project involves the construction of a new multi-level parking structure that will accommodate an additional 1500 new parking spaces, with access to the new bridge across Hwy 401 as well as a covered walkway to the station.

Friday, December 28, 2012

You Have Snow

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On the waterfront trail the snow is not cleared. One has to make their own trail.

Thursday, December 27, 2012

Gift Surprise

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My wife and I were asked to take care of our two granddaughter's surprise gifts for a few days before Christmas. We temporarily named this one White Nose.

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This one we called Black Nose. The longer we had them the more we were becoming attached to them. Fortunately our granddaughters received the kitties a few days before Christmas. At least we don't have to go far to visit them.

Wednesday, December 26, 2012

Boxing Day - December 26

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Many people in Canada have the day off work and many of them visit stores that start their annual Boxing week sales. Shoppers like theses ones start lining up outside stores early in the morning for door crashing sales. This photo was taken at 5:30 A.M. and store is schedule to open at 6 A.M. Canadians have a reputation of being polite. Because of that you will not see any mob mentality shopping here. It's cold out and I only went out to take some photos. I did all of my
Boxing Day shopping online on Christmas Day.

Monday, December 24, 2012

Sunday, December 23, 2012

First Snow

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This was the scene from my upper story window yesterday morning at 6:37 A.M. Compared to some other parts of North America we got off very easy with a light dusting of snow.

Saturday, December 22, 2012

Do Something Enjoyable

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Okay... the world did not end yesterday as some conspiracy theorists predicted. It's time to stop being so gullible and celebrate life. I'm starting with the "12 Beers Of Christmas".

Friday, December 21, 2012

Mayan Calendar - BOOM!

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As you’re no doubt aware, Dec. 21, 2012 has taken on special significance as the day the Maya Long Count Calendar ends. Some people believe that this signifies the end of the world. Since they are predicting such a bad day I will be staying inside and watching the
whole thing on CNN with Wolf Blitzer.

Thursday, December 20, 2012

Ready For Destruction

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Another home on the proposed airport land is slated for demolition. I don't know the terminologies of it, but I do like the bow shape of the side wall.

Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Signs, Signs - Street

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When you look at a street sign in The Town Of Ajax, Ontario, Canada, you are looking at history. Most of the streets have been named after the officers and men that served on the HMS Ajax at the World War II Battle of the River Plate. A battleship silhouette in the lower right hand side indicates the street names that honour the crew members. I'm linking to Lesley's Signs, Signs.

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Monday, December 17, 2012

Trash

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One man's junk is another man's treasure.

Sunday, December 16, 2012

Saturday, December 15, 2012

Sunset With Tender Love

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If my wife had never sent me out into the cold to barbecue some chicken
I would have missed out on this shot. ♥Thank you dear♥
I'm Linking to Weekly Top Shot.

Friday, December 14, 2012

Arva Flour Mill

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In business for 193 years and according to the sign they sell the best flour by a dam site.

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Delivering corn directly from the farmer's field.

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When there's work to be done even the owner does his share. See one more photo here.

Thursday, December 13, 2012

Barn And Clouds

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I was out photographing barns when the black clouds began to roll in overhead.

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Signs, Signs - Protect The Water

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These mini signs are usually installed as a community project. They remind people that water and toxic waste is is a deadly mix ☠.

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A volunteer group such as the Boy Scouts Of Canada install them on the curb beside the drains.
I'm linking to Lesley's Signs, Signs.

Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Monday, December 10, 2012

Cheetah

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Can't afford to travel off to far away places? A day at the local zoo will do just fine for me.

Sunday, December 09, 2012

Sundy Bridges - The View From Down Under

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Up top, the bridge was just another ordinary view. Go underneath and the whole perspective changes.
I'm linking to Sunday Bridges.

Saturday, December 08, 2012

One Sunrise - Three Views

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In a Window.

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Through the trees.

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Over the water.

Friday, December 07, 2012

Babbling Brook

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The sound of flowing water can be soothing and relaxing.

Thursday, December 06, 2012

Cooper's Hawk?

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If you can identify this hawk please leave a comment and let me know. I've seen it here before but this is the first time he has stayed long enough to for me to get his photograph.

Wednesday, December 05, 2012

Signs - Trains And People: A Deadly Mix

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This week in the newspaper I read a sad report about a 11 year old girl, that was killed after being hit at a level crossing, trying to outrun a freight train. If you know children or adults that have to use a level crossing please stress to them they must obey the signs and signals near railway crossings. Flashing lights and bells mean the train is coming. Stop, look and listen before they cross.
I'm linking to Lesley's Signs, Signs.

Tuesday, December 04, 2012

Christmas Tree

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Thanks to my wife the Christmas tree has come to life.
Three weeks until Christmas.

Monday, December 03, 2012

Jam

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Selling jam at the last fall fair that I attended this year.

Sunday, December 02, 2012

Saturday, December 01, 2012

Weekly Top Shot- Delta London (Ontario) Armouries Hotel

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Not a castle, but rather a hotel built within an authentic Armoury. Originally constructed in 1905, it was the location for training Canadian soldiers during the two world wars. Inside you will find archival photographs, uniforms and other wartime artifacts on display.

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The east entrance remains as a reminder that it once was once a military building where arms, ammunition and other military equipment were stored. I'm Linking to Weekly Top Shot.

Friday, November 30, 2012

Original Drive-Thru?

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It's an older building so I am guessing this was originally designed for horse and wagon.

Thursday, November 29, 2012

Mini Barn

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It's seen better days but is still standing.

Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Signs, Signs - Relief

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When you are bursting and see this sign! Urine in luck! I'm linking to Lesley's Signs, Signs.

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Poinsettia

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Popular as a houseplant at Christmas

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Four weeks until Christmas.

Monday, November 26, 2012

Sunday, November 25, 2012

Mystery Ruins

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Driving along a dead end rural road I came across these ruins. I have no info on who, what or when about these structures. Update: I have found out that theses are tobacco huts

Saturday, November 24, 2012

Zoo Alpacas

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Zoo staff giving directions.

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Go that-a-way and that-a-way.

Friday, November 23, 2012

Indian Summer

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Photographed on November 19, 2012. The mild weather continues.
It's not the norm but every year it is becoming the norm.

Thursday, November 22, 2012

Sunny Day

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This stealth photo is from the last mild day in October.

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Signs, Signs - A Smart Way To Kick

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Something that working or single parents could use. According to their web page the program is structured for after school activities. I'm linking to Lesley's Signs, Signs.

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