Weekend Reflections - Mural

I was actual out on a mural shoot at when I spotted this reflection that reminds of a mural.
I'm linking to Weekend Reflections.

Donut Tree

Walking on a trail I came across this odd shaped tree. My guess is that when this tree was younger another tree fell on it turning it into a freak of nature. A more romantic version would have been that's it's a left over from the War Of 1812.

Stouffville CO-OP Grain Elevator

Not in use today, but residents would like the building preserved.

Isolation

I included two people in this scene but I still get the feeling of loneliness.

Seagulls

Taking timeout to groom and relax.

Early Fall Colours

Maples are one of the first trees to begin showing their autumn colours.

On Guard For Thee

Regardless of their body position their eyes are ALWAYS on the lookout.

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Along with their life saving skills only two pieces of equipment are needed.

Friday Fences - Picket

A picket fence with a couple of radiator sheep in front. I'm linking to Friday Fences.

Signs, Signs - Honest Lawyer

It's a small Canadian chain of six locations. This one is located in London, Ontario. The front window operates like a garage door and is opened when weather permitting. The resurant was closed when I took this photo and I have no recommendations for you. If you do attend let know if you see any Honest Lawyers. I'm linking to Lesley's Signs, Signs.

Strange Find

I like walking off the beaten path. My wife has been telling me that one day I'm going to find a body. So far I have only found out of place items like this one.

Morning Paint Job

I was out for my early morning walk when I came across this young lady painter. This was at 7:05 a.m. and I was not expecting to see a sight like this. She was so wrapped up in her work that it took three calls from me to get her attention. I asked for permission to photograph her. She did grant it but could not understand why I would want to take a photo of her painting.

Grilled Cheese Burger

Special treat, made by my family on Father's. Some people claim it has more calories than KFC’s Double Down. Who cares? I ate the whole thing.

Granary

Looking north east.

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A different view looking south west.

Signs. Signs - Seniors Moment

I can't remember why I'm posting this. I'm linking to Lesley's Signs, Signs.

Beaver Tree

This is a sure sign that there are beavers near by.

Mini Construction Boom

The latest construction project in the City Of Pickering is taking place at the Go Transit train and bus station. 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. The projected completion date is late 2013.

Cooling Down

It's been a another hot summer day and the sun is setting. If you are a kid, who cares if your clothing is getting wet when you are cooling off.

Invasive Plant

Purple loosestrife is an exotic wetland perennial that invaded North America in the early 19th century. Native to Europe, this highly invasive plant was thought to have been introduced from the ballast of ships who used soil to weigh down the ships or by settlers to be used for their flower
gardens or as a medicinal herb.
Since its introduction to North America, it has become a serious invader of wetlands, roadsides and other disturbed areas. In 1992 the leaf eating beetles, Galerucella calmariensis were approved by Canadian and US governments for release to control the plant. The beetles are natural enemies and have shown to effectively reduce loosestrife populations by up to 85% and allow native
vegetation to become established.

Magnificent Home

They say a man's home is his castle.

Restaurant

Not one of my favorites.

Signs, Signs - Transporter Room

"Beam us a board Scotty". "Aye Captain. Will a 2x4 do? I'm linking to Lesley's Signs, Signs.

Lighthouse - Maine

Nubble Light, also known as Cape Neddick Light Station. The park that overlooks this picturesque lighthouse is called Sohier Park, donated to the Town of York by William Davies Sohier. This picturesque and often photographed lighthouse features a charming, Victorian keeper's house with gingerbread trim and a lantern with miniature cast iron lighthouses on its railing. When NASA officials picked photos for the Voyager Spacecraft, intended to identify the Earth if the craft fell into extraterrestrial hands, they included a photo of the Nubble. The station is off-limits to the public except for occasional tours by Friends of Nubble Light, but it is easily viewed from Sohier Park in York Beach, about 200 yards away. Cape Neddick "The Nubble" Lighthouse was built in 1879

Puppy Dog

I came across this cute guy at the lake. He had just been in the water for a swim.

Sunset Behind The Clouds

Thanks to the cloud formations there have been some spectacular sunsets.

Heritage Railway

Travel to Uxbridge, Ontario and you will find this well preserved old fashion train station.

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Travel there on a Sunday and you are sure to spot The York-Durham Heritage Railway train.

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There are six seats available to Ride The Red Caboose.

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Tire On The Beach

I'm tired of other people's pollution.

Weekend Reflections - Bottle

Bottle without a message. I'm linking to Weekend Reflections.

Signs, Signs - Texaco

Texaco gas stations disappeared from Canada in 1989 when they were sold to Imperial Oil with retail operations converted to the Esso brand. When I took this photo there was no one around to ask about this building. Judging by the other signs on the building I assume the owner is a sign collector. I'm linking to Lesley's Signs, Signs.