Monday 27 February 2012

nothing quite like the saturday market

i headed down to toronto's incredible st. lawrence market saturday morning. it is a definite "must see" on any visit to toronto.
the whole market was pulsing with an amazing energy-early risers of all ages and backgrounds, coming to enjoy the market vibe.
i loved all the fresh fruits, veggies, breads, cheeses and meat, in addition to the vendors selling a variety of unique items,
check it out!
freshly ground coffee was perfection (and needed at such an early hour!)


lots of cheese, many samples

wide variety of fresh, ontario-grown and exotic fruit
just think of how much tomato sauce you could make!

which way to the beach?

olive you

make your way over to the market. you won't be disappointed!

Monday 20 February 2012

some of my favourite things

while i usually photograph and write about natural 'beauty in the world', today i would like to pay tribute to a few of my fave beauty enhancing products. 
nails and face.......
go!

essie nail polish is, simply put, the best. they have an amazing array of en vogue colours, perfect for all occasions. personally, i am a huge fan of power clutch.

power clutch. never leave home without it. 
if only they made shellac in this colour!

next up on the must-haves list....MAC blush. i have been faithful to MAC for years now, since i first recognized what a difference some rouge can make on a dreary day.
i must say, it is all about DOLLYMIX.
this bright pink blend can make you look fresh and cheery all winter long.

i always have an extra hanging around, just in case.

buy it!


thanks for stopping by today. if you enjoyed these products, let me know. i am always happy to share some more beauty secrets!

noticing improved photo quality? i have been using my new canon rebel t3 more frequently...and i love it!
until next time, open your eyes to beauty!

Saturday 18 February 2012

love day

a little bit late, but i am back!
it was a fun valentine's season. lots of fun art projects and excitement about chocolate and cards!
hope yours was full of the same!


tissue paper hearts. brought to you by the primary class.
in case anybody forgot...


thanks kiddies! (they must have received the "your teacher loves chocolate" memo!)


i love when starbucks gets into the spirit of things!


a romantic, love-themed dinner!
hope you all had a happy day!

Saturday 4 February 2012

city views

 a quick post on cities.....and towns. because while we live in an incredible metropolis with thousands of restaurants and millions of people, my brother is out there in lake louise, alberta, with little of the above. and he is loving it.

we're lucky to live in a city with such a well-recognized skyline. took a few cool shots from an amazing vantage point-the thomspon hotel. what a great view of toronto-sunset on a saturday.
 
reminiscent of old time toronto.
(hipstmatic lens)

view from toula. while the meal was disappointing, the city twinkled below.

from city.....to THIS!
a special feature: my little brother, jeff, just moved to lake louise, alberta. he sent me this amazing picture! city skyline hardly compares! we miss you, jeff!
lake louise, alberta
isn't that magic?!