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Christmas at the Centennial Park Conservatory

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…all decked out in red and white with poinsettias, amaryllis, kalanchoe and more

Every year the Centennial Park Conservatory decorates the north greenhouse with a Christmas theme. It is well worth a visit.

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Weekly Prompts Wednesday Challenge – Curiosities

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….thanks to Sue W. and GC for hosting Weekly Prompts https://weeklyprompts.com/2022/12/21/weekly-prompts-wednesday-challenge-curiosities/

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Ice formations at the edge of the lake
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A warty pumpkin
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An unusual chair at the V&A, London
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The infamous Capybara that escaped in the spring of 2016 – they were on the lam for more than a month before being found
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The largest rodent in the world at High Park Zoo – twice the size of the beaver
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A curious steer trying to eat my phone
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A natural structure at Hopewell Rocks, NB
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A colourful terrarium in the foyer of a fashion warehouse

Sunset Over the Lake on a Chilly Night

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…after a long distance video call with our son

….I took his advice and went for a long walk along the water’s edge of Lake Ontario TV in the neighbourhood. It was above freezing but with the wind chill factor it felt much colder.

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All in all it was a beautiful night and I’m now closer to my daily walking goal.

A Walk Through the Conservatory

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…thanks to Becky B for hosting Walking Squareshttps://beckybofwinchester.com/2022/11/30/walking-squares-30/

This is the last day for the Walking Squares Challenge. I needed a pick me up because it was lashing down rain for a good part of the day. I took a quick trip over to the Centennial Park Conservatory hoping to see the Christmas displays. Unfortunately they won’t be ready till December 9th. I did, however, enjoy a stroll through the main greenhouses.