….found on my walk this morning through the neighbourhood
Macro Monday – September 13, 2021
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Category Archives: walking
Ever Evolving Clouds
….I never tire of walking on the beach when I’m at the cottage because the waves, the changing seasons and the clouds keep it interesting
Good Morning
….I went out early this morning for my walk before it got too hot
I’m glad that I got my walk in early because I don’t do well in the heat. I drove to the Farmers’ Market this afternoon and even that short trip exhausted me.
It was also suppose to rain but it’s now 6:30 and we still don’t have rain. I would love a good thunderstorm about now.
First Ice-cream of the Summer
…on Tuesday this week when we had the hottest day of the summer so far
On Tuesday I decided to drive through High Park and stop and take some photos of the flowers. The flowers were a bit disappointing. I think the gardeners were more focused on the Gypsy Moths that were defoliating much of the trees in the park. I’m happy to report that the mess on the roads that my husband experienced the week before had been resolved and the only evidence that there had been a problem was the sparse canopy in the wooded areas. Normally this time of year the trees are very lush and full but this year the caterpillars had quite a feast and there was a lot of light coming through the trees.
I quickly realized that the heat was going to be a problem but then I noticed that the ice-cream vendor was open and I decided to purchase my first ice-cream of the season.
I enjoyed my treat in a nice shady area but I soon realized once I started walking that ice-cream on a hot day doesn’t necessarily cool you down and it actually makes you more thirsty.
Our First Walk on the Beach
…last week my daughter, daughter-in-law and I drove up to Christian Island to open up our cottage for the season
We lucked out with the weather. It only rained at night and the hot blistering temperatures from the west haven’t yet arrived this far east. After spending the evening cleaning the inside of the cottage (sweeping out the mouse poop, airing out the cushions, setting up the fridge, making up the beds, and putting away the food) we decided to explore the beach the next morning.
Luckily we have a beach again. The water levels have receded and the numerous trees that had started to grow on the beach have disappeared.
Well, Hello There!
….sometimes I get to see some unexpected wildlife on my walks
This week the ducklings were playing near the water’s edge with Mom and Dad close behind.
On my way back home as I turned the bend in the road there in the middle of the path stood this lovely rabbit. He stood perfectly still. I think he thought if he didn’t move I wouldn’t notice him but when I stepped closer he hopped off quickly into the tall grass.
Saturday Sculpture – Someone Was Very Busy This Week
….thanks to Susan Kelly from No Fixed Plans for hosting Saturday Sculpture https://nofixedplans5.wordpress.com/2021/05/15/sculpture-saturday-31/
I try to get out and walk every day and at least once a week I walk over to Col. Sam Smith Park where there are these wonderful rocky beaches where one can see the city skyline of Toronto off in the distance. Over the years people have played with the rocks and bricks and created interesting sculptures and installation art on these rocky shore. They stay up for awhile and then they usually disappear.
Yesterday I observed not one or two of these rock sculpture but literally dozens of them that were not there last week. Some were very tall and others shorter and some were decorated with coloured rice but each one was different.
Water, Water Everywhere – Beamer Falls
….thanks to Jez for hosting Water, Water Everywhere https://jezbraithwaite.blog/2021/04/26/reflections-2-water-water-everywhere-75/
Last week after we walked through Grimsby Beach Village we got back in the car and drove for a short distance up the Niagara Escarpment to the Beamer Memorial Conservation Area.
The trail from the parking lot led us to a section of the Bruce Trail which brought us to the edge of the escarpment. From there we had a great view of the town of Grimsby, the highway and Lake Ontario.
We continued hiking west to find the Beamer Waterfall. This area was similar to other parts of the Bruce Trail that we’ve been on. After awhile we could hear the falls but we had to literally walk out onto a road and go around the barriers to see it properly. Luckily the area was dry and we didn’t have to worry about slipping.
Another beautiful day for a hike and when we find a waterfall it’s alway a bonus.
Sunday Trees – April 25, 2021
….even though spring officially arrived over a month ago Mother Nature had to bless us with one more snowfall
Sculpture Saturday – April 24, 2021
…thanks to Kelly over at No Fixed Plans for hosting Sculpture Saturday,https://nofixedplans5.wordpress.com/2021/04/24/sculpture-saturday-29/
These sculptures were in the yard of a private home next to the Grimsby Park by Grimsby Beach. The nautical theme was perfect considering that the property went right down to Lake Ontario.
Mama Cormier 