08.03
Friday was spent running errands and ensuring that the rest of the weekend would be problem-free.
Friday night, I joined a good handful of friends in celebrating the birth of our good friend Colin. The rooftop patio at his building, at King and Sherbourne, is always a top-notch spot to hang out and admire the city. Also, it proved to be an excellent place for people to “ice” one another.
Woke up fairly early on Saturday and watched most of the plans I had made fall apart. Mike, Johnny and I instead took to Trinity Bellwoods Park and played some frisbee and ate some ice cream.
Sunday, beach day, was pretty awesome. Dan and I cycled from home to Ashbridges and met up with Johnny, Mike, Pam and Arden. There was hole-digging, barbecuing, and even guest appearances by some friends later in the day. The weather was amazing and the bike rides to and from were both awesome.
Monday, it was supposed to be beach day #2, but the weather was being indecisive. Instead I ran an errand then took a bike ride up to Broadview and Danforth. Abby and Victoria were in the process of making homemade pizzas. Spelt crust, pseudo-pesto, roasted veggies, caramelized onions, goat cheese. It was a damn fine way to spend the afternoon.
After sitting in Riverdale East Park watching the city and then riding all the way home, I was convinced (easily) to head down to Cherry Beach for Promise. Always a good choice. Always a good time.
Spent part of this weekend planning a cottage getaway for two weeks from now. It’s gonna be rad.

