Trout Lake Weekend

I know, my bad, I haven't been posting at all lately. I even forgot to take my camera out missed some awesome shots of Emily performing....when will I learn? When will I buy a small camera bag? Here are a couple of shots of our visit to Rob and Marsha's house. Dave Wilms was there too with Spike, it sure was fun hanging out with old friends!

Family Reunion

This weekend we had all nine siblings and 11 of 14 kids as well as our newest addition baby Zoe here in Toronto. We got together at Jan and Lisa (thanks you guys) for a wonderful brunch and photo shoot. These are a few candid shots taken throughout the day.

Spring is springing

Here are a couple of shots taken with my new Tamron 70-300 lens. Proof that spring is actually springing up in our back garden!

Mum and I out Shopping

Mum and I were out on the town the other afternoon and ran into some of my co-workers. Pierre keeps his camera at his side at all times (like a good photographer should!) and snapped a quick shot of us outside Spadina Stn.

Hippie Power

A Facebook Friend made a hippie comment this morning, thus the impromptu photo shoot. John and I will always be hippies at heart. Peace and Love!

Joanna's Nephew Keelan

This photo was taken on Easter Sunday at my brother Jan's house. Jan and Lisa's youngest, Keelan, is a real ham, loves the camera!!

Emily Hughes, aerialist extraordinaire

This is Emily Hughes Joanna's niece. The video says it all. Enjoy!!

Happy Valentine's Day

John surprised me today with a beautiful ring and three white roses, we are calling it a promise ring, and we promise we'll let you know when the promise will be fulfilled!! Isn't it gorgeous and aren't I the luckiest woman on earth? Thanks John, I love you too!

February in Toronto

View from St Mike's Hospital

I've spent a bit of time at St Mike's this week and found the view from the 16th floor interesting. Unfortunately I didn't have my Canon with me, (will I ever learn to carry it always?) but used my cell phone!

The Neighbourhood

I decided it's time I started carrying my camera again when out on my daily walks. Here are a few local shots taken in my neighbourhood. I love being back in Toronto!

Grandkids!

John's son in law Mike came over yesterday and brought the boys Owen and Liam. It was their first visit to Oma and Papa's house. Greatgrandparents Deedle and GrandPapa came over too and Auntie "Bicky" popped in as well. All in all a great afternoon, thanks Mike for stopping by! Don't forget you have avid babysitters here any time you like!

Ellipsis

This is my son Adam's band Ellipsis. He plays the bass and the band is doing very well. They just recently played in Toronto and are playing in Barrie on Jan. 20th and in Midland on Jan. 26th. They play hardcore music. It's very fast and very loud and they are very good at it. The lead singer is Ryan Beach, guitarists TJ Smith and Ryan Harkness and Graham Bumstead on the drums. They are doing very well so remember their name as I think they will be well know very soon.

Wishing you all the Best for 2008

I hope that all you wish for comes true and that we can spend more time together this year. My New Year's Resolution is to make sure I find the time to see my friends and family. Shift work is a pain and it makes it difficult to socialize, but I hope you all know that John and I enjoy your company and miss seeing you, especially when our schedules conflict.I've posted my work schedule here on our blog so you'll understand a little better. Most days I am leaving for work before John gets home, he is leaving when I am sleeping. I am sleeping when he is working...well, you get the picture. But as they say, absence makes the heart grow fonder, so as we are missing each other, we're missing you too! Hope to see you all soon!

New Years Day

Woke up this morning to more snow here in the big city! This is heavy stuff, lots of fun to shovel! Should be a busy night at work!