Baby, It's Cold Outside

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

Keeping Warm

Warm clothes are the order of the day.

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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.

You Have Snow

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

Gift Surprise

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.

Boxing Day - December 26

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.

Today Is Christmas

ENJOY!

Christmas Eve

Santa arrives tonight.

First Snow

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.

Do Something Enjoyable

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".

Mayan Calendar - BOOM!

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.

Ready For Destruction

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.

Signs, Signs - Street

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.

Christmas Lights

ONE week until Christmas.

Trash

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

Deep In Thought

I wonder what's on her mind?

Sunset With Tender Love

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.

Arva Flour Mill

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.

Barn And Clouds

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

Signs, Signs - Protect The Water

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.

Santa Christmas Display

Two weeks until Christmas.

Cheetah

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

Sundy Bridges - The View From Down Under

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

One Sunrise - Three Views

In a Window.

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Through the trees.

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Over the water.

Babbling Brook

The sound of flowing water can be soothing and relaxing.

Cooper's Hawk?

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.

Signs - Trains And People: A Deadly Mix

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.

Christmas Tree

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

Jam

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

Cows In The Backyard

Something seems out of place.

Weekly Top Shot- Delta London (Ontario) Armouries Hotel

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.