A Beautiful Day at the Market

Posted on October 25, 2014 by Mama Cormier

….warm temperatures, some sun, some clouds, time with family – Bonus!

Today was a special day. Time spent with my husband and youngest daughter are always special but when the weather in late October is pleasant and doesn’t require umbrellas, hats and mittens it becomes extra special. This is especially true when we venture out to one of my favourite places in the city…..the St. Lawrence Market and Farmers’ Market across the street.

Today there were lots of vendors outside the market under canopies, selling paintings, jewellery, clothes and lots of flowers, fruits and vegetables. We met our daughter around 9:00 at the market and decided to eat breakfast before we started our shopping. Normally that means pemeal bacon on a bun but we decided to sit down to for a complete breakfast meal.

Afterwards we headed out in separate directions. I looked for cheese and freshly baked bagels while G and K bought free range chickens and other meat for later in the week. Across the street at the north market we took in the sights and I purchased some beautiful orange sunflowers. Here are a few of things we saw today.

New Flower (Oct. 16, 2014) – Decaying Cone Flower

Posted on October 16, 2014 by Mama Cormier

…..even in October as flowers wilt and decay there is beauty

Travel Theme: Interior

Posted on October 11, 2014 by Mama Cormier

…..another new challenge by Where’s My Backpack

Museums, art galleries and churches have the best interiors

Sunday Stills: On the Water

Posted on October 10, 2014 by Mama Cormier

….this is my first contribution to Sunday Stills

Cee’s Black and White Challenge – Rocks of Any Size

Posted on October 4, 2014 by Mama Cormier

….on my walk today I turned my camera over to B & W and captured the rocks on the shoreline

If you want to participate in the black and white challenge go to Cee’s photography.

A Beautiful Sun Rise

Posted on September 30, 2014 by Mama Cormier

….the light was very strange when I woke this morning

There was an erie glow outside my window when I awoke this morning. I don’t normally get up early enough to catch the sun rise but today’s light compelled me to head outside and walk towards the lake. The city skyline was invisible but the the sun cast a beautiful pink reflection onto the lake.

Running to Stop Hunger

Posted on September 29, 2014 by Mama Cormier

….well more like jogging

On Sunday, my oldest daughter and I took part in a community fun run to support an organization called The Stop Community Food Program.

The run took place along the West Toronto Railpath. It was a 45 minute run and the idea was to run or walk as far as you could in that space of time. It was unusually hot but I’m happy to say that I didn’t stop or walk. I managed to ‘run’ 4.5 k in 42 minutes. I couldn’t make it to the 5 k mark in three minutes so the organizers recommended that I stop. I felt remarkably good.

I’m particularly proud of my daughter. This was the first run she’s ever participated in and she’s been practising really hard. She managed to run 7k in 45 minutes.

At the end of the race a lot of draw prizes were given out. I won a $25.00 gift certificate from the Running Room. Both my daughters told me that it was a sign that I need to keep running. My youngest daughter said she would join us next year for the same race.

It was a great day. My husband and all my girls came out to support us.

Weekly Photo Challenge – Night Time

Posted on September 26, 2014 by Mama Cormier

….sunset over the city of Toronto, Sept. 26, 2014 For more night time photos check out Weekly Photo Challenge

Signs That Summer’s Coming to an End

Posted on September 14, 2014 by Mama Cormier

….other than the cool temperatures

This morning on our walk we wore long pants and sweaters even though the sun shone brightly. I noticed that the leaves are starting to change, flowers are beginning to whither and seed pods and burrs are everywhere. I took a few photos of the changes. Enjoy!