17/365: It’s been too long since I lounged in bed and just read a book. Used to do it religiously. Today was supposed to be that day (and we have the perfect overcast day for it) but I’m just busy exploring. Oh well, I’m having fun and that’s all the matters. The book can wait.
16/365: James went to a local outdoor rink today to skate so the dogs and I tagged along. I have a feeling they would of preferred being on the ice rather than sitting on the side lines with me. This is a rare, sweet moment I was able to capture as they waited for James to come back around. They spent most of the time howling/talking in impatience, as did Bosco, who was likely still being impatient in the background as I took this.
15/365: I was finally able to capture the flowers James bought me in all their glory. I love them. No roses for this girl. They just don’t do it for me, but these sure do.
14/365: Today was my 1-year anniversary for opening up my Etsy shop. Hard to believe a year has passed already. James (who never forgets anything) surprised me with the cutest flowers to celebrate. As today was another long and busy day, I didn’t get to put them in a vase until later at night. But, as I wanted to capture the gesture, I took some of the pretty daisies and thew them into my light-box. I love the results.
13/365: Today was a long day. I think I worked close to 12 hours. As a result, dinner was an after-thought (again!) but thankfully James brought me home a delicious Smoked Corned Beef sandwich with Matzah Ball Soup from Yitz’s. It was delicious and as someone that has previously avoided Matzah Ball Soup (I’m not really a brothy soup kinda gal), I have to wonder why.
12/365: Heading down to a nearby pub for some down time after work. Once again, my 365 was an after-thought but I managed to snap this along the way. More action at Yonge/Dundas. ;)
11/365: The problem with Project 365 is you often forget to take a picture until you find yourself scrambling to do so at night. This was that night and I suspect it’ll happen often and that you’ll see dinner shots often. I had chili.
Despite the promise to myself to have more “me time” this year, I didn’t do such a great job of it this week. The shop was busy so most days I’ve been processing orders, uploading new goodies and keeping on top of admin. Thankfully, I did find a few hours on Tuesday to start a new hat called Slouched Tuva. Progress is slow as I didn’t get to pick it up again until last night, but I’m hoping to dedicate some time to it (and myself) this weekend.
I’m also itching to play around with my camera over the next few days. While I found my Project 365 a little hard this week – mainly because I left it until later at night – the motivation this project has given me to improve my photography is quite amazing. So, to push myself a little further, I’m going to be starting a new series called Explored (or perhaps Exploring). Basically, I’ll be picking themes every few weeks that will be driven by subject matter or technique. The main results of this will be shared on Flickr but of course I’ll post some of my favorites here too.
What are you plans for the weekend? Anything fun going on? Whatever you do, have a good one friends!
P.S. For any fellow knitters out there, feel free to add me on Ravelry. I like me some friends. :)
10/365: Another lazy day ahead. James gets to play XBox 360 while I play online and do some work in-between.
9/365: Today was a lazy day. James had to work so I just chilled out at home and wasted far too much time online. Thankfully, the day wasn’t totally unproductive. I eventually pulled it together and responded to emails, cleaned the condo and finished a knitting project. When James got home he made me hot chocolate. Seems fitting that a little love heart formed (see inside the mug near to the handle) within it.
8/365: Lunch today was leftover chicken curry from last night. I always thought dishes liked this tasted better the next day but not this time. It was good nonetheless and much better than my usual quick fix of a sandwich or cereal.
7/365: James and I are making more of an effort to get out and about this winter. I have a habit of hibernating at this time of the year. So going for a walk everyday most days is becoming a ritual I look forward to. I was sorry to see the snow fall we had earlier this week was melting. Come back!
6/365: Today was just one of those awesome days that required a wee bit of celebrating. As James and I headed out to indulge in a few drinks we got immersed in the rush hour traffic that can be found at Yonge & Dundas.
5/365: Still feeling mentally clouded today so I went for a walk with James to clear my head. We had the most beautiful of snow falls all day long and while the high traffic areas where covered in dirty slush, within the parks it was easy to find undisturbed beauty.
4/365: Exhaustion + headache + an achy body called for a low key day around here. While the day itself appeared to be on fast forward, I spent much of it feeling mentally clouded and at a stand still. At times like this, I’m thankful I can set my own work hours.
In honor of my Project 365 endeavors, it seemed only fitting that this week’s Etsy Hunt showcased the work of photographers I admire.
1. Autographic by f2images 2. American In Paris by Kristybee 3.Vintage Photos, Military Honors by sadieolive 4. County Fair by urbandesign
5. Lemon Still by kristinenoel 6. Camera Love by LolasRoom 7. Fall Morning by Kristybee
Images © of their respective owners.
3/365: After spending most of the last 48 hours indoors, both James and I were hit with cabin fever. While still not the warmest of evenings, we ventured out anyway and found refuge in a pub on Church Street. Sadly, the homeless chap we chatted with that evening didn’t have the same luxury. Hopefully the few dollars we gave him, plus the hot coffee, helped a little.
2/365: Today was as cold as could be and resulted in a severe weather alert for Toronto. Besides venturing outside for the weekly groceries, the rest of the day was spent indoors in our PJs playing XBox 360, watching movies, working on knitting projects (for me) and then ended with a lovely roasted chicken dinner made by James. My contribution to dinner was some homemade fruit filled (read: strawberry jam) oatmeal bars topped with some good old English custard, albeit rather lumpy custard, but oh well.
1/365: January 1st, 2010, delivered the first real snowfall for Toronto. So, James and I hit the street for a nice walk as it fell. Don’t you just love walking outdoors as the snow falls from the sky? It was quite lovely to see everything covered in a blanket of white.
