I try to attend every Remembrance Day service in Richmond Hill.
Often taking photos.
So I am putting some of my captures here.
Always lots of marching and music.
The wreaths honour local groups who remember those who served.
The Service by the Legion is always poignant.
#remembrancedayservices#wreaths#reflectivethoughtsbybarbara#barbaradimambro
I have reposted these photos several time. I wish I had a digital camera in 1991. I would have photographed the whole cemetery.
November is my month to get ready to enjoy the Christmas season.
I wear my poppy and go to a Remembrance Service.
Three birthdays to celebrate- Daughter, Granddaughter, Brother.
Shopping is less as the family all make a list so easier to get things done.
Two meetings have the publicity done so just need to wait for the actual meetings.
Garden cleanup is almost done. I leave lots on the garden for the winter bugs and bees to have a place to hibernate. Besides no one goes in my backyard. I get the front yard neater as it can be seen from the road. Also when I look out my front windows.
The time change always gets tougher every year.
So November. The month where the days start to get shorter.
But the light keeps me busy enough.
#november#novembertimetogetgoingforthefestiveseason#birthdaycelebrations#shopping#gardencleanup#reflectivethoughtsbybarbara#barbaradimambro
I have some favourite Fall photos.
Apples at Brooks farm.
Pumpkins in a field.
I love summer but Fall is alright too.
#fallinontario#pumpkins#acountrylaneway#beautifulfalltrees#reflectivethoughtsbybarbara#barbaradimambro
Luckily the game starts at 8 and most of the kids in my area come early for their goodies.
But my snacks are ready for the game.
Salsa sauce and nachos.
Diplomacy makes politicians walk a fine line.
Dialogue has to happen.
Our trade war with the United States is such a fine line.
They are not our friends. More like enemies.
Considering the long history of shared interests and respect it is a real sad moment in the history of both our countries.
There is no respect from the current administration. It is a game where they want to be the winners.
Winners for what and who. So many workers on both sides of the border are affected.
Canadians care about all our workers. We care about the work they do. They did not ask for this trade war.
Usually a game has set rules. This current game keeps having the rules changed almost daily to appease one man.
So some are saying Carney is not doing enough. Hard when the opponent keeps changing the rules.
Knowing that administration lies and will try to win at any cost. Machiavellian isn't it?
So we will keep our friends close but know to keep our enemies closer.
And of course cover our backs.
I will do whatever I need as a Canadian to support all Canadians from coast to coast to coast.
#keepyourfriendsclosebutyourenemiescloser#Carneyisdoingwhatneedstobedone#cannottrustthecurrentamericanadministration#supportingcanadianscoasttocoasttocoast#reflectivethoughtsbybarbara#barbaradimambro
I like the quiet of a Sunday walk.
There are fewer cars and people. I feel alone with my thoughts.
Walking up Addison by the fields, I noticed a line of early morning mist along Yonge street. Took a quick photo on my cell phone.
The Library looked lovely with that row of trees along Hoskins changing colour. I saw a cardinal flying quickly form one plant to another.
Noisy birds chirping in the woodlot at the library.
A man with his backwards jays cap, wished my good morning as he walked by me on Atkinson street. I yelled go jays go. He smiled. I know I am a nerd.
One young paramedic sitting outside the by doors of the paramedic site. My walk takes me by the Police Station with the Paramedics there as well.
Lots of people on the free tennis courts at the park.
Of course, I gave a little kiss to the memorial plaque for Adolph as I always do. Grandpa's park. So many memories there.
Although my walk is a reflective exercise, I always try to pay attention to the world around me. I want to keep my observation skills honed.
Oh those quiet Sunday walks.
#quietsundaywalk#richmondhill#cardinals#honingmyobservationskills#reflectivethoughtsbybarbara#barbaradimambro#grandpa'spark
