Reflective Thoughts by Barbara

Monday, July 20, 2026

WORLD CUP FINAL WATCH PARTY-JULY 19 2026 RICHMOND GREEN

Spain wins over Argentina. Lots of fans for both teams.

But as usual a very diverse crowd.

Gave photos to DJ Chris Blackman.

And Andrew from the City of Richmond Hill.

Also attended the Rib Fest.

Our Emcee and DJ for all the watch parties.

It was so much fun attending all the Watch parties in Richmond Hill. I loved the one downtown Toronto so I did get the city vibe.

Crowd behaviour can be annoying. Some people do not care and will stand in front of you and block the view.

I do feel like I have a World Cup hangover today. So what will be my next fun thing to do.

#worldcupwatchparties#spainwontheworldcup#booingfortheorangeoranatang#reflectivethoughtsbybarbara#barbaradimambro

Thursday, July 16, 2026

APOCALYPTIC IS WHAT WE ARE CALLING THE ORANGE HAZE FROM THE SMOKE FROM THE WILD FIRES IN NORTHERN ONTARIO

The smoke from the wild fires in Northern Ontario have taken a toll on the GTA.

Yesterday the haze did feel apocalyptic. It was eerie to say the least.

Is it how things will be from now on? We have had smoke from fires previously blanketing the city. So it is not the first time.

I texted Tom and Katherine in the north checking up on them. Tom fights forest fires as his job. So fires are known to him. But how close is it to Geraldton where they live. And Ron in the Soo. Is he affected too?

I still went for my walk this morning and have been going outside in small doses. No gardening yet as it will need more time to be exposed. So I will wait to chop things back. Besides I do think the greenery will help with air quality.

So hoping the fires keep at bay.

#firesinnorthernontario#orangehazeinthecityandarea#ontario2026fireseason#reflectivethoughtsbybarbara#barbaradimambro

Sunday, July 12, 2026

A WALK WITH SOME REVELATONS -FOOD FOR THOUGHT

At 645 my walk started.

Saw a big rabbit. Then a smaller baby later.

Two cars in the Library parking lot had people sleeping in them. Homeless people are becoming more prevalent in Richmond Hill. They offered no threat to anyone.

Police cars. Ambulance. Then a fire truck on Harding went by as I was nearing home.

The morning was quiet the way I like it on a Sunday morning.

Always time to think and reflect or maybe just enjoy the walk.

#reflectivethoughtsbybarbara#morningwalk#foodforthought#arerabbitsasignofgoodfortune#barbaradimambro

Friday, July 10, 2026

A PHOTO OF FIREMEN AT WORK- UP THE STREET FROM ME

The fire trucks on the street.

I see the fire trucks up the street in May 2026 spraying the water to cleanse their hoses I think. These photos were from my cell phone

Then I got my camera to take some as well.

I always trying to decide which image I like the best.

It is better in real time. as the whole endeavor makes quite an image.

What do you think?

#reflectivethoughtsbybarbara#barbaradimambro#firetrucksonthestreet#richmondhillfiremen#menandwormenatwork#richmondhillontariocanada

SAW A SANDPIPER AT THE PARK ON MY WALK AND CHILDHOOD MEMORIES SURFACED

On my walk this morning when I came to Mt. Pleasant Park, I saw a Sandpiper bird. Then another and one that looked like a baby. Usually the birds are near a beach. But the sand in the playground area was inviting I guess.

So some memories of my childhood came to the surface. My biological Dad was always pointing out birds and flowers and nature to me. I know so many names of birds because of that habit.

So seeing the sandpiper reminded me of all the times I learnt names of stuff.

But seeing a sandpiper in the park was poignant. Was it there as a reminder to me to look into my memories?

#childhoodmemories#parknearme#sandpiperbird#knowingthenamesofbirds#reflectivethoughtsbybarbara#barbaradimambro