Crying For Mum

There is a condo being built near my place and a large crane has been erected on the site. While walking by on Sunday I could hear loud baby bird calls coming from above and looked up to see these two young Red-tailed Hawks crying out and flapping their wings looking for Mum. I've seen them up there again during the week. Haven't seen the parents but they are probably close by.

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

A Laneway Discovery

Behind the small shops that run along Bloor St W like in yesterday's post there is usually a laneway that provides access to the service areas of the stores. Usually they are full of garbage bins etc. But behind the restaurant (Bar Neon) that was at the right in yesterday's post I happened upon this funky little sitting area and the takeout window to the place. During Covid lockdowns restaurants were trying to squeeze in outdoor space where ever they could. This one actually looks across the lane to a kid's playground so not a bad place to sit at all.

Streetscape

This is a typical streetscape along the older parts of Bloor St W away from the areas near Yonge St that are being taken over by condos. There is something much more charming about these small eclectic shops and the people wandering around. This was taken on a Sunday morning when the streets were quiet. That guy on the far right was using the free wifi from the restaurant he was standing in front of. 

House Of Nuts

That giant walnut hanging over the sidewalk along Bloor St certainly gets your attention. The shop specializes in nuts of all kind as well as lots of other food goodies. 

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

With Heart

Wandering around in the Bloordale last week I noticed that there are a few new bike rings along Bloor St. I liked this one with the hearts and there are lots of spaces on it to loop a lock through.

Creatures

I was lucky to spot another fine mural by First Nation artist Philip Cote. I know little about the symbolism of his images but admire them greatly.

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

Bunnies Are Welcome

I spotted this sign in a coffee shop window last Sunday morning which was Easter and thought it was so cute and today is Orthodox Easter so here it is. Sweet.