PLACES - Toronto

EverGreen Brickworks

Once in a while it is nice to re-explore an almost forgotten trail. On this sunny December afternoon, the four of us decided to take a hike at the Evergreen Brick Works. The trail took us to an area overlooking a portion of Toronto. A bridge and another bridge… Artworks Read more…

By emarene, ago
All Things ART

Some Art at Orangeville

There is a lot to do in Orangeville, yet we tend to bypass the place in our wanderings. This time we lingered a bit and found ourselves enjoying some art. Orangeville has actually 50 and more of these tree sculptures. A project that started in 2002, where dead trees are Read more…

By emarene, ago
PLACES - Ontario

North Kawartha Area

There is never assurance when one wanders in an unfamiliar territory. This particular Saturday, we decided to check out Kawartha North, particularly the Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park. The place looked very enticing and beautiful judging from the Google photos. We were disappointed though. The park itself could not be accessed Read more…

By emarene, ago
PLACES - Ontario

Omemee, Ontario

Omemee is a community within the city of Kawartha Lakes and is just an hour’s drive from home base. Our visit to Omemee is one of those unplanned trips that turned out fascinating. First we found the Windy Ridge Trail. We ventured trail at the height of noon knowing it was Read more…

By emarene, ago
PLACES - Ontario

Signs of the Time

Found these cute and amusing “Social Distancing” signs along the streets of Elmira and St. Jacobs. I cannot resist taking photos and posting them here. Truly – “The secret of life is enjoying the passage of time.” ―- James Taylor Elmira and St. Jacobs – July 25, 2020

By emarene, ago