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

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

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

WATCH PARTY IN RICHMOND HILL-TEAM CANADA GAVE US THEIR HEART AND SOUL-JULY 4, 2026

 Disappointing to lose but proud of how our Team Canada played for the whole country.

The watch party was well attended even though the rain in the morning had been daunting but held off after 11 to 3.

Fans is so many places.

Coach Jesse Marche,

Fans in Richmond Hill and everywhere across Canada.

Our Emcee talking and our DJ taking photos. Kept the party moving.

We lost to Morocco but our hearts will always be with the team.

Go Canada Go.

#worldcup#fifa#watchpartiesinRichmondHill#canada'steam#lovedtheenergy#reflectivethoughtsbybarbara#barbaradimambro

A MORNING WALK AND THOUGHTS ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY HELPERS

 On my walk this morning I stopped and chatted with a lady who said happy Canada Day. She is a PSW for a private patient who had a stroke and has needed help for years. I told her- Tess- she was a special person to provide the wonderful care she does every day.

One Regional police car and then a York Region Poèice  regular car went by me. Working on a Stat holiday. I thought about the losses in June of 3 officers in Canada. They served and protected and lost their lives..

Near the little park, an ambulance went up the hill beside me. I remembered my rides in 2018 with Adolph,

Community helpers. Serving people. How lucky to live where people serve and protect.

Yes you can have lots of money and be happy. But there is something valuable about the people in our communities that are there for us

First responders, PSWs, Health Care workers and so many more.

Thank you.

#firstresponders#police#ambulance#psws#healthcareworkers#reflectivethoughtsbybarbara#barbaradimambro 

ANOTHER MATCH WATCH PARTY JUNE 28 2026 RICHMOND HILL CENTRAL LIBRARY

City of Richmond Hill arranged another watch party game at the Richmond Hill Central Library.

Our DJ.

Zenobia, A new friend.

Mayor David West addressing the crowd.

Fans in LA watching the game.

Fans at David Barrow Square.

A nice couple near me that were friendly.

LA on the large screen.

 Fun to connect with so many fans in red.

Canada won 1-0 over South Africa. A really close game.

Go Canada Go.

#fifa#worldcup#canadaversussouthafrica#gocanadago#reflectivethoughtsbybarbara#barbaradimambro