Today was an early day filled with much excitement. Many MANY people ANY micro personal moments. But the biggest, best moment, while saying good bye to the beautiful scenery before me, was the people that stopped by to share their stories.
There was the two sets of couples - one from the area and their friends from Rhode Island. They had several stories of their previous visits to the area and how they met. My friend and I shared our days activities with them too. And then we parted ways.
Moments later, we had another lovely couple stop to chat with us. The lovely lady was from the UK, now living in the states and her very positive, loving partner was from El Salvador. They shared stories of their previous travels, we talked about the wonders of Toronto and they talked about their travels and we shared moments from movies we’ve all watched. What a lovely, REAL moment.
It reminded me, in a particularly spectacular environment, just how important people are to me. I really do love people and their stories. Learning from them, growing from them. It’s digging ever deeper into my soul. It’s about sharing smiles and love.
Moments to share stories.
Moments about the people.
Friday, November 30, 2012
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Moments D218: New Underwear
Sometimes it’s the simple things in life that I love. And today’s smile came from enjoying my annual stash of new underwear.
Which colour? Black? Purple? Red?
Yes. Sometimes it’s about the simple things!
Moments appreciating new colours and textures.
Moments with (gasp) stuff.
Which colour? Black? Purple? Red?
Yes. Sometimes it’s about the simple things!
Moments appreciating new colours and textures.
Moments with (gasp) stuff.
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Moments D217: Jack
Anyone who knows me knows that I love Jack Skellington. Perhaps it’s not so much Jack himself, but the ideal behind finding the magic around you. In Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, Jack is bored with his humdrum, repetitive life and goes on a mission to take over Christmas. Along the way, Jack learns a lot about himself and those around him. For me, it’s about my favourite holiday (Halloween) and one of my favourite producers (Tim Burton) and the amazing stop motion. And Jack, well, Jack’s hard not to love. He’s scary and he’s sweet all at the same time.
Today, I saw a lady walking with a black bag over her shoulder. And on it was a white Jack smile. No more, no less. For those untrained eyes, they may not know what they are looking at, but for me, it brought a HUGE smile. Jack smiling out at the world. Kinda like this one:

I like unexpected surprises like that.
Moments of surprise.
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Moments D216: Random Calls of Kindness
Today I received a call that brought a smile to my face. It was from a co-worker who knows about my upcoming vacation. She’s a beautiful soul and one that I rarely have an opportunity to cross paths with. But when I do she brings such light and love into a conversation. She’s just one of those kind, deep souls.
And she called to say “I hope you have a great time.”
A simple message. A simple act of kindness.
And yet, it’s a great big warm fuzzy. A huge gesture for her to reach out randomly and let me know she’s thinking of me and my vacation.
So sweet. I was so touched.
Moments to smile and appreciate those around you.
Moments of random kindness.
And she called to say “I hope you have a great time.”
A simple message. A simple act of kindness.
And yet, it’s a great big warm fuzzy. A huge gesture for her to reach out randomly and let me know she’s thinking of me and my vacation.
So sweet. I was so touched.
Moments to smile and appreciate those around you.
Moments of random kindness.
Monday, November 26, 2012
Moments D215: VIP Concerts ROCK
Tonight was an amazing night. BFF + VIP = fun, fun fun.
It was the Theory of a Deadman & Big Wreck concert at Massey Hall (a beautiful venue!). Big Wreck is my girlfriend’s favourite band (well, at least top two!) and she went all out for this show - VIP.
We met the band. We received a signed and numbered lithograph. We had a laminated pass given to us. We had our pictures taken with them. And best of all, we were in the second row! Best, seats ever!
Moments to dance and sing along with fellow fans.
Moments with the music.
It was the Theory of a Deadman & Big Wreck concert at Massey Hall (a beautiful venue!). Big Wreck is my girlfriend’s favourite band (well, at least top two!) and she went all out for this show - VIP.
We met the band. We received a signed and numbered lithograph. We had a laminated pass given to us. We had our pictures taken with them. And best of all, we were in the second row! Best, seats ever!
Moments to dance and sing along with fellow fans.
Moments with the music.
Sunday, November 25, 2012
Moments D214: Winter's First Snow
Yes that magical day was today!
I managed to sleep in today (9am) and I lounged in bed knowing that I had a busy day ahead. (Busy but not active in that I was to read and summarize 2 or 3 chapters for my class today.) So I took my time enjoying the beams of sunshine peeking through my blinds and curtains.
Finally, when I couldn’t find reason to stay cozy in bed any more, I pulled myself out and made my way to the window to take a look at the sunshine beyond the blinds. Much to my surprise there was a layer of white dusting the world below. It was faint, but there was no mistaking it - the season’s first snowfall had arrived.
I love that moment. Sometimes it’s a big snowfall and other times it’s a dusting like today. Either way, I love that moment. It’s the definitive sign that the season has changed. No longer are we in the dredges of fall, we are at the beginning of winter.
I know, for some, winter comes with a downside. The lack of light (shorter days/longer nights), the cold and of course the snow. Me. I like to celebrate it. I love the crispness in the air, even if it is in the negative temperatures. (It’s about being dressed for the weather!) I love crunching my boots over the fresh snow, or better yet over snow that has settled, partially melted, and frozen again. Have you ever tried to walk upon this delicate crust and not break it? I have. Many, MANY times.
The beginning of winter means snowboarding and fires. Snowball fights and hot chocolate. Shovelling snow and gabbing with the neighbours. Spending a day, warm inside, watching the snow storms outside watching movies or playing video games. If I’m lucky, maybe a tobogganing outing with those I love. If I’m luckier yet, maybe a few late nights tucked in with friends drinking mulled cider and sharing stories.
Yes, for me, there is much to love about winter. Today, for me, winter has officially arrived. WOOT! That makes me smile.
Moments to be surprised.
Moments to watch the seasons change.
I managed to sleep in today (9am) and I lounged in bed knowing that I had a busy day ahead. (Busy but not active in that I was to read and summarize 2 or 3 chapters for my class today.) So I took my time enjoying the beams of sunshine peeking through my blinds and curtains.
Finally, when I couldn’t find reason to stay cozy in bed any more, I pulled myself out and made my way to the window to take a look at the sunshine beyond the blinds. Much to my surprise there was a layer of white dusting the world below. It was faint, but there was no mistaking it - the season’s first snowfall had arrived.
I love that moment. Sometimes it’s a big snowfall and other times it’s a dusting like today. Either way, I love that moment. It’s the definitive sign that the season has changed. No longer are we in the dredges of fall, we are at the beginning of winter.
I know, for some, winter comes with a downside. The lack of light (shorter days/longer nights), the cold and of course the snow. Me. I like to celebrate it. I love the crispness in the air, even if it is in the negative temperatures. (It’s about being dressed for the weather!) I love crunching my boots over the fresh snow, or better yet over snow that has settled, partially melted, and frozen again. Have you ever tried to walk upon this delicate crust and not break it? I have. Many, MANY times.
The beginning of winter means snowboarding and fires. Snowball fights and hot chocolate. Shovelling snow and gabbing with the neighbours. Spending a day, warm inside, watching the snow storms outside watching movies or playing video games. If I’m lucky, maybe a tobogganing outing with those I love. If I’m luckier yet, maybe a few late nights tucked in with friends drinking mulled cider and sharing stories.
Yes, for me, there is much to love about winter. Today, for me, winter has officially arrived. WOOT! That makes me smile.
Moments to be surprised.
Moments to watch the seasons change.
Saturday, November 24, 2012
Moments D213: Girls sticking together
Tonight was the Metric concert. I’ve been looking forward to this concert for some time for a couple of reasons. One, they are a great band and two - it was an opportunity to catch up with my BFF who has been insanely busy mitigating much change in her life. Fighting a cold and tired, she hauled out for the evening’s festivities. That was a special feeling in its own right.
After a delightful dinner with cocktails and wine at E11ven, we made our way through the definite winter chill to the ACC. We quickly found our seats and were introduced to the couple just next to us. Little did we know that this was NOT a good thing.
This 40-something couple was very drunk! Unfortunately the guy was incredibly obnoxious as well and in everyone’s space around us. Because of this, a group of ladies just behind us were also drawn into the drama as we waited for the concert to begin.
I had hoped that once the concert began they’d settle down into the music and the performance. Sadly, this was not the case. Further, my poor BFF was right beside them. She was bumped and pushed and annoyed to no end by the male drunkard.
I too was distracted by this couple’s actions, for I was worried that my friend, fighting a cold, was really not enjoying herself. I even offered to switch seats to help. It was one of these times where I looked over to make sure that things were going okay when I noticed that the lady directly behind the couple was leaned over and talking sternly to them. YES! She was giving them shit for intruding into my BFF’s space. That was an awesome moment. Having a complete stranger look out for us.
I mentioned this stranger support to my BFF. She said that it was like the 4th time this particular lady had done just that. Oh my. I was doubly impressed. This last time seemed to do the trick though as the drunken couple did seem to keep their distance from that point onward.
In the end, it was a great concert that we were unable to fully enjoy because of this distraction. The woman of the drunken couple actually vomited at one point. Yup. Forty year old party animals. So strange and so unfortunate.
And yet, I smile at the thought that we had a complete stranger watching and helping out from behind.
Moments of distractions.
Moments to thank strangers.
After a delightful dinner with cocktails and wine at E11ven, we made our way through the definite winter chill to the ACC. We quickly found our seats and were introduced to the couple just next to us. Little did we know that this was NOT a good thing.
This 40-something couple was very drunk! Unfortunately the guy was incredibly obnoxious as well and in everyone’s space around us. Because of this, a group of ladies just behind us were also drawn into the drama as we waited for the concert to begin.
I had hoped that once the concert began they’d settle down into the music and the performance. Sadly, this was not the case. Further, my poor BFF was right beside them. She was bumped and pushed and annoyed to no end by the male drunkard.
I too was distracted by this couple’s actions, for I was worried that my friend, fighting a cold, was really not enjoying herself. I even offered to switch seats to help. It was one of these times where I looked over to make sure that things were going okay when I noticed that the lady directly behind the couple was leaned over and talking sternly to them. YES! She was giving them shit for intruding into my BFF’s space. That was an awesome moment. Having a complete stranger look out for us.
I mentioned this stranger support to my BFF. She said that it was like the 4th time this particular lady had done just that. Oh my. I was doubly impressed. This last time seemed to do the trick though as the drunken couple did seem to keep their distance from that point onward.
In the end, it was a great concert that we were unable to fully enjoy because of this distraction. The woman of the drunken couple actually vomited at one point. Yup. Forty year old party animals. So strange and so unfortunate.
And yet, I smile at the thought that we had a complete stranger watching and helping out from behind.
Moments of distractions.
Moments to thank strangers.
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