Daffodils

Being in the presence of greenery, especially flowers has a measurable effect on people. I, for one, enjoy looking for and looking at flowers of all kinds. When I was a kid, there was only one type of daffodil. Slowly, a new variety arrived. Then…

Toronto STart

One of our favourite activities is exploring neighbours, especially neighbourhoods with art.  Many cities and towns are now adding murals and other art forms to combat graffiti and make their living spaces more beautiful.  For the most part, it works.  We appreciate it and seek…

Chrysanthemum

The one flower that is associated with fall is the chrysanthemum. Everywhere you go, mums are displayed at stores, homes, city streets and even my favourite places, conservatories. Whenever we are in Niagara, whether passing through on our way to the USA or visiting the…

The Guild Inn Estate

Charlene and I like visiting unique places, and this is like no other.  An outdoor museum of forgotten architecture. It felt like stepping into ancient Athens and seeing all these old relics of the past, but this place is much closer than Athens. Located at…