Up Is Harder Than Down

We had no snow on New Year Day but got snow that night so the next day all the kids were out with sleds and inner tubes and anything else that would slide down a hill. This is the steepest hill at Christie Pis park but it also has 2 large light posts at the bottom of the hill so you have to steer carefully. Coming back up the hill can be a chore.

The Old House

This is the house that stands behind yesterday's sign. It is in such good condition for a house built in 1878 and has been well restored and maintained. It was a lovely autumn day when I shot this one.

Gordon House

On a lovely day in October I went for a wander around the Yorkville neighbourhood just enjoying the fall weather. This sign attracted my attention with all of its information about the house it was in front of. This is a good example of the detailed signs that Heritage Toronto puts up when they can find the facts. I'll show you the house tomorrow. 

Taking part in Signs 2. Click HERE to see more signs from around the world.

Reflections In A Pond

 When out for a walk on New Year's day I spotted this wonderful reflection in the pond in the Wychwood Park neighbourhood. We got snow the next day but I loved seeing the golden brown leaves and the grand house reflected in the pond that day. That house was the home of the late media guru Marshall McLuhan and what a fine location it has.

Winter Flowers

I was wandering around on a dull cold winter day when I happened upon this newly painted utility box which I hadn't seen before. The artist for this one is Julia Prajza and she certainly brightens up Bloor St with this one. 

Taking part in Monday Murals. Click HERE to see more murals from around the world.

Downtown Living

This is another downtown neighbourhood near  Avenue Rd & Dupont St. It is a very typical streetscape found in this area with semi-detached homes of varying styles lined up along the streets.

The Hunter

I watched this cat scamper up and down the large branches of this tree for several minutes as it stalked a squirrel. He was no match for a squirrel in a tree especially since the cat had a bell on its collar. When it looked over and saw me he seemed to be embarrassed and gave up the hunt and came down and walked away as if nothing had been going on.

Taking part in Saturday's Critters. Click HERE to see more creatures from around the world.