Rare Sighting

I came across this guy on the pavement underneath a picnic table. There was a time when toads were plentiful in the neighbourhood. Now of days I am lucky to see any.

B&W Friday

Watching from above.

Toy Story 10

"Prisoners"

Travel On Foot

You go your way and I'll go my way.

The Colour Of Red

red Glow

The sun was below the horizon and the water was reflecting this unusual glow from the red clouds overhead.

Sailor's Friend

Built to mark or alert sailors about dangerous coastlines, the Pemaquid Point Lighthouse (see location link below) constructed in 1827 by Jeremiah Berry. The original tower didn’t last long due to poor craftsmanship. A new tower was commissioned by Berry’s nephew, Joseph. By 1856, a new lantern and keeper’s quarters were built by the Durham family, who resided on Pemaquid Point. Presently, you can visit the keeper's house, which now hosts a Fishermen's Museum.

Sunday Sky

People watching on the shore of Lake Ontario.

March To War

The Scarborough Rifle Company marching to the Niagara Frontier to defend Canada against the Fenians on June 1, 1866.
Artist John Hood.

B&W Friday

One of nature's black and white creatures.

On The Bench

Why are millions of people still living in poverty when society is more than rich enough to put an end to it?

Being A Mom

Motherhood is a 24 hour a day job,

Dutch Dreams

Today's posting is for biebkriebels and sccollections . Just letting them know that the Dutch are doing very well in Canada. Click here for more info about Dutch Dreams.

Indoor Mall Shopping

The Eaton Centre is the largest shopping mall in Toronto. The retail centre was built in phases, starting with the north portion in the mid 1970s. The main section of the Eaton Centre, with the high glass roof, was completed in 1979.

Gazebo

One of the most unique structures in my neighbourhood. PS: The deer are not real.

Washed Ashore

Refus The Trigger Fish made of plastic garbage found in the ocean as part of the Washed Ashore art exhibit and environmental movement showcased at the Toronto Zoo.

Washed Ashore is a non-profit organization whose mission is to use the arts to educate a global audience about plastic pollution in oceans and waterways and to spark positive changes in consumer habits.

Founder and Director, Angela Haseltine Pozzi, began this project in 2010 with the help of interns, apprentices, a small dedicated staff and thousands of community volunteers. Together, under Angela’s direction, they began creating artwork made completely from garbage collected from beaches.

Now, over 18 tons of marine debris has been removed from beaches and processed into 60 works of art which travel the country to raise awareness and teach about the tragedy facing sea life in the world’s oceans.

Every piece of plastic was once purchased by someone, discarded, became waterborne, and landed on a beach where someone else picked it up and made a difference. Please Remember Every Action Counts!

B&W Friday

Everything she owns... you are looking at it.

Halifax Sailors' Memorial

The sailor statue represents those valiant young Canadians who served in both war and peace is symbolic of the thousands of sailors who were instrumental in the victory at sea and a fitting acknowledgement to those who continue to maintain the peace.

Hello

Tallest kid in town.

No Means No

Some dog owners just don't give a sh*t.

O Canada... Happy Birthday

Canada Day has been called a few names in the past. It used to be known as Dominion Day, the First of July, Confederation Day and July the First. Canada wasn't REALLY "born" on July 1st, but the holiday celebrates the events that took place on this day. On July 1, 1867, the British North America Act created the Canadian federal government. This act stated that Canada would become an "independent dominion" (territory) of England, which is why Canada Day was originally called Dominion Day. In 1982, Dominion Day changed to Canada Day after a vote in Parliament. Not everyone was happy about this change. Some people felt that a 115-year-old part of Canadian heritage was lost. But, the new name stuck and every July 1, Canadians celebrate Canada Day as a national holiday.