Weekend Getaway

One must always no their limits and be aware of their own weaknesses....

In visiting Cindy's house this weekend, I helped her redistribute the stock that she had accumulated in her office/craft room. As we went through the merchandise, I found pretty things. This one ended up on me.

It was fun to wear to church and have people look but not ask. Some were brave enough to ask about the tattoo. At work, I was complimented on my nice tattoo. Draw in a chain around that neck and it will look like a beautiful necklace.

I had some fun at my sisters house. We were lucky to go down under the bridge for fries and then they exercised their patience as I took some photographs like this

The drive home seemed to be going well until I ran into a parking lot on the 403 and then the Red Hill had ramp closures to the QEW and so I took the exit they said not knowing which way to go. Needless to say I turned the wrong way and had a little adventure in amongst my drive home. But it was fun to scrapbook, water fight and eat fries under the bridge.

Good Eats

There was a grand feast and the Sykes home on Father's Day. The company was wonderful and the food was yummy. Stories were shared and laugher was heard throughout the time spent together.
Oma cracked us up by saying something about "stuffed balls". Aunt Sue had brought stuffing made in ball shape.

All the roudy folk had to sit on this side of the table so that they had less room to be roudy in!

This is where the best stories get told and the enjoyment of being in one another's company is felt. Where would we be without family!

Carma is spotted!

Last weekend I had a Carma siting. I know what you are thinking. They are rare and don't happen to everyone except for Rob, Mr. and Mrs. Harding and those Carma works with at U of L. I think that is why the U of L is willing to send Carma out to be sited in Toronto about 2 times a year. I am glad they do....

This time we went to a hockey party, I mean Toshina's surprise birthday party. We attended some Luminato events such as a screening at the National Film Board of Canad and the "Swan song" exhibit. Carma and I ventured down to the Harbor Front while Toshina attended a meeting and we all meet back up at Union station (even Brian).

Then we saw the just for laughs mascot. That was a must have picture for sure!

After Union station we tried to find the big red ball that was on display but....we found different art instead.

We found a book about how to detect farts and it even came with sound effects. Unfortunately the store was closed where it was on display so we did not get an learnings on that subject.

So that is what happens when one spots a Carma on the loose. A whole lot of craziness.

Weather Changes

Okay so this morning on my way into work, it was looking a bit gloomy because it was trying hard to rain. You know those mornings when its misty out and the sun can't get through and you wish it could. Well, I work in an office with no window but am connected to a common space that has a window to the outside world. I realized that it was a little dark in the "pod" as I shall call the 4 offices and common space between them. But now at lunch time when I went to prep my lunch, out the window was complete white. It is so foggy out!! When did that happen I thought to myself. If this was winter I'd be saying it was a blizzard outside because I can barely make out the parking lot beside the building.

"Rainy days and mondays always get me down."

Visiting Blue Rose Retirement Villa

Okay, so here it goes. I want to share with you my visit to Blue Rose Retirement Villa. This is a place that my cousin Daniel and I talked about when I visited with him last June in Vancouver. Because I am a dutiful daughter who wants to know that my parents will still be able to have joy in their wise years, I have been wheeling and dealing to try and find a place for them to go. My Aunt Sue wouldn't do a contract to take them in so when I was talking to Daniel, he suggested that all the siblings and their spouses could retire to the Blue Rose Farm. Now due to the fact that there can only be one building for living in on the property (zoning regulations who needs them???), we decided that possible they could add wings to accommodate the retirees. This accomplishes two purposes. First the siblings can enjoy each other's company once again and reminisce about the days gone by and the follies of youth. Second, if we can get all the cousins and their children to sign up to take a weeks vacation at different times throughout the year we only have to go once a year....smart thinking!!

So I had the opportunity to preview what the Blue Rose Retirement Villa might be like when the old folks arrive. We arrived around 8pm. It was starting to be dusk and the sun was setting but it was beautiful. Although there were no people to give us shouts of joy that we had arrived at our destination, the dogs more than made up for that. They greeted us with wagging tails.

I was lucky enough to have booked first and so received the royal treatment having been booked into the guest bedroom. Upon the bed I found a beautiful letter outlining the events of the weekend and all of the wonders to behold at the Blue Rose Retirement Villa along with 3 chocolates. The en suite was beautiful as you can see in the pictures below. It was fabulous! The service and treatment received were wonderful.

The weekend was a blast and the conversation with all who were at the Blue Rose was marvelous. I even played two games of Clue with Cara (who won both times). So for any family members who are thinking about a place to retire, this is definitely one to check out. The pool wasn't open when I was there but there are rumors about water polo games and other assorted activities that may or may not require horses...

Starting

Hey I think I really can do this. I'll get some material together for a post and then watch out world cause here come the posts...