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Rated: 18+ · Book · Personal · #2017254

My random thoughts and reactions to my everyday life. The voices like a forum.

I do not know quite what happened or when , but my hubby and I now qualify for seniors' discounts at some venues. This creates a quandary; in order to save money, but not face, we have to admit to our age. HMMMM..... We definitely do not consider ourselves to be old. In this day and age ,when people as a whole are living longer and healthier lives why are 'young seniors', those in their fifties, like moi, considered 'old'?? It's so true that age is just a perception! "Maturity" is very objective/subjective, and I object! Whew, a few years have skittered by since I composed this biography block. Those "fifties" are in the rear view mirror and they are distant, fond memories. Oh, I do not plan to stop writing any time soon.
September 29, 2016 at 10:16pm
September 29, 2016 at 10:16pm
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Blogging Circle of Friends... 36-hour tour prompt...promote a place you know well...
          Ah, I'd like to introduce the beautiful Canadian province of Ontario. It is larger than some countries. In its southern'ish region is a city named for its fantastic natural wonder/ attraction, Niagara Falls. It is a roaring sight to behold. At Christmas, it is illuminated with coloured floodlights, and nearby twinkling light displays. In the summer, it is possible to board a boat known as The Maid of the Mist, and float up close and personal with the cascading waterfall. The last time I experienced this, it was a bit surreal. In my hooded plastic rain cape, I was splashed and jostled with several German tourists. Despite the constant stream of cold water, they struggled to snap selfies, and remain standing. It is also possible to explore the rock caves behind the waterfall. It is amazing to see the force of water, and the erosion it causes. Niagara Falls offers many wax museums, and another version of the Ripley's museum. Marineland is housed nearby, too. A supper and dinner theatre features a stage show known as 'Canada, Eh?' which spoofs all things Canadiana. I personally recommend the indoor water parks, super fun! Oh yes, a tour of a chocolate factory is a must. Who can resist Hershey's Kisses? The chocolate milkshake is to die for, yummy! I tried to bite the giant Kiss outside, but it was tougher than it looked. I did kiss a bright blue moose for good luck.
         Toronto is another bustling Ontario city. What doesn't it have? There are comedy clubs, supper theatres, Broadway stage productions, Cirque du Soleil, Blue Jays baseball, Maple Leaf hockey, Football and basketball franchises, pretty parks, a waterfront, Ripley's Aquarium, the Sky Dome, the Cn Tower,museums, world class dining, and more. Hopping on a ferry, one can travel to a nearby island to access a beach, an amusement park, and more. It certainly is never dull in this city. Recently, I viewed the Cirque production 'Luzia', and it was spectacular! The Toronto Zoo is wonderful. The indoor butterfly pavilion is amazing. I have visited all of these venues, and been entertained. There is nothing quite like walking under an archway comprised of sea water, and swimming sharks that is at Ripley's Aquarium. Movies and television shows are filmed all the time in Toronto. It is fascinating to stop and watch a film crew in action.
          I currently live near an immense national park known as Algonquin Park. There is a lumber museum. Wolf howls are organized in the evenings. Wow, to emit a howl, and then hear a wolf return its call is special. Canoeing and kayaking are breathtaking here. It is not uncommon to spot bears, wolves, raccoons, and moose. In August, the maple syrup season has passed, but several operations screen films of the syrup-making process, and offer maple syrup, maple sugar, maple butter, and treats. There are lodges for tourists within this park.
The capitol of Canada is Ottawa. It is located in a scenic valley. It too has many museums to entice visitors. The Parliament Buildings are set in a park-like area. The gardens are beautiful. I first saw Ottawa during a grade school field trip. I still remember the War Museum, and The Museum of Natural Science. I've never seen such an abundance and rainbow of tulips anywhere, but Ottawa.
         There are many fascinating cities in Ontario, each with its own charm. The few I mentioned are just the tip of the iceberg. Come see and explore Ontario, eh?
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September 29, 2016 at 9:10pm
September 29, 2016 at 9:10pm
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PROMPT: The Wildcard Round! What book (or books) in your TBR (to be read) pile are you most looking forward to reading, and why?
         Is it just me, or are there never enough hours in a week to sit and devour even one anticipated book? Bah, life gets in the way. The everyday necessities intrude upon my reading time. When I begin the process, I want to finish it, quickly. Interruptions are not tolerated. I like to read all of a book in one sitting. I've never been a reader who is satisfied with a few pages digested here and there. I cannot read a few pages and then drift off to sleep. Reading has never relaxed me that much, and if I'm enjoying the unfolding story I cannot walk away from it either. I like to commit a full three hours or so to sit and read the book from cover to cover. If I take a book to bed, I stay up until its ending is revealed. If I read during the day, other things are ignored, and forgotten.
         I currently have many books awaiting my undivided attention. My son described a television commercial that intrigued him. In the clips, it's implied that a woman, who comes forward and offers information to the police, is not a witness, but a suspect to a murder. He has awaited the release of this movie, and I decided to purchase the novel. It appears to be a psychological thriller.Anyway, I shall soon read 'The Girl On The Train'. Yep, there is book-cover hype: "record-breaking phenomenon", and "#1New York Times Bestseller." I think I'm willing to read this book because of my son's interest. He rarely endorses anything. I suspect this story will surprise me like the movie with the tagline, "I see dead people." I never suspected that Bruce Willis' character was a dead person conversing with a living child. Oh, that was the film 'The Sixth Sense.'
          Another of my TBR books is 'Room' by Emma Donoghue. It is supposed to be narrated by its five-year old main character who doesn't understand that he and his mother are prisoners kept in one small room. In these limited circumstances, his mother teaches, loves, and protects him. How has she coped all these years in captivity? What if anything does he comprehend? I'm anticipating this is a story of human resilience.
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