October 17, 2013

 

Jamie

I'm so thankful to have been able to make it out to choir again! When they announced we'd be singing Leonard Cohen, I just had to go! And what fun Danette and Amy just had to go too! We had a fabulous time sharing the experience and singing together.

Shannon

I'm not sure which of the two of us is more tired!  Actually this might be the literal difference between beign tired, and resting - such a theme this week :)  By the time this goes up, we should be well into the move.  Fingers crossed it all goes smoothly.

Suzie

It is getting to be that time of year. It is definitely cooling off and as much as I hated to return Season 4 of Burn Notice without getting through it, my window to the library is definitely closing. Plus, there is so much on TV that we just did not have time to watch it. Guess you are going to get ahead of me now Shannon!

October 16, 2013

Jamie

There may be a few "rewind" oriented days as I set myself to getting through the slides. They are such a treasure! There are so many that none of us have seen. Yesterday I spent the entire night tucked into working through the early days of me. Shannon, I'll be sure to get some early days of you next!

Shannon

I'm (literally) getting down to the nitty gritty!

Suzie

Yesterday was spent entirely working on the Turducken post, it took over my life! So I am putting up a photo I took of the Haunted House Reg and I went to over the weekend. I am putting together a video post about it. It was crazy. I even got attacked by a clown with an air horn. Lots of screaming!

October 15, 2013

Jamie

I know Tuesdays aren't the day for rewinds but this really does represent the Thanksgiving Monday we had. We wanted to do something entirely different but still special and so had a day of caramel corn and DIY personalized pizzas - yum!! We also finally dedicated some time and energy to opening up the carousels of slides. Suzie, we started with the one I promised you we would and what a treasure trove! It's been a joy to experience and share these delights.

 Shannon

It was so much fun to have a slide day at Jamie's!  Talk about a day of things to be thankful for, so many wonderful family images captured over the years.

Suzie

Yesterday was all about the Turducken product testing! Video, photos... Wow. It was quite delicious but I think I will go for the chicken apple stuffed one next time.

October 14, 2013

Jamie

On Sunday we got out to see the movie Gravity in IMAX 3D! It was a wonderful day to be downtown - moody, foggy, quiet. We walked for a while and stumbled across the huge Ai Weiwei bike installation at Nathan Phillips Square. What a treat to walk in, around and through this piece, taking pictures all the while. You never know what you'll see!

Shannon

The last of the jam.
I have a feeling this might be a theme of the week for me!

Suzie

On the weekend Reg and I went to a costume rental place that was going out of business. I so wanted Reg to buy this outfit but even on sale it was $150! So I left with awesome photographs and memories.

October 12, 2013

Jamie

A wonderful moment to represent our last Friday night at Shannon's place - the sun setting as we walk to get some good food nearby, Shannon's feet and shadow, a lovely neighourhood cat we call Tom - and him posing right beside how he got his name. It's always sad to say goodbye but hopefully this is the start of a really nourishing next phase!

Shannon
As the move date approaches, I realized yesterday that it was the *last* Friday in my apartment! It was nice to have Jamie come viist and help with the packing, and the pop out for yum dinner from Loblaws salad bar and San Pellegrino. It's really, really getting real! So much so that I think it is real :)

Suzie

Believe it or not, this is my Sally Ann Thrift Store! I shared an even spookier photo on Facebook. This was supposed to be a fun Friday but it started off at the dentist. She had to do some adjustments and there might still be an issue. Not fair. At least I got out for another free lunch at McDonald's and did some shopping and came in under budget thanks to the $2 sale.

October 11, 2013

Jamie 

Even though a day of erranding and appointments can be tiring, I just LOVE it when it takes me to a neighbourhood I love and the weather's nice and I can turn the entire event into a photo safari. I had such a good time finding moments yesterday and this one is my favourite. I just love the way the light and shadow arrived and how this metal cat looks like she's sharpening her claws on the tree. Artistic delight found on a walk - I love that!

 

Shannon

A quick shot while I was out yesterday and a little reprieve in the middle of busy-ness.  Came home tired but very, very relieved.

Suzie

This display at my opthamologist's was just too weird not to share. As soon as I saw it I knew I had to use it for today's post. I am so relieved to have real glasses that actually work! I could do crochet last night quite easily. I had no idea how much I was struggling without having help seeing. What a relief!

October 10, 2013

Jamie

I can't get enough of these gorgeous fall days! It was such a treat to head out to Tanya's for co-working in the beautiful sunshine and enjoy these glorious leaves! Welcome fresh air in a work, work, work day!

Shannon
Amidst all the craziness of yesterday, I did manage got through a few bins and boxes, including some Christmas and holiday stuff and look who was in it: A Luke Skywalker Pez Dispenser! This isn't from the original release of the films, but it's still super cool!

Suzie

Sometimes it pays to complain. Literally. After a horrible dinner out with Auntie Laima and Uncle Meinhard, I received a letter apologizing for our experience yesterday. They even paid us back for the dinner and gave me a gift card! I'm a little nervous about going back, wonder if I am on a "watch out for..." list, LOL. Still, it's the first time I have ever complained about anything here and received such a professional response. Kind of gives me hope.