I had a bit of a false start at writing this blog a couple of weeks ago but following encouragement from a good friend have resolved to try to get it going once more.
In order to be a little contrary, I am actually writing this from a top bunk of a dorm in a Toronto youth hostel. I decided to get away from New York for the Memorial Day weekend and hop north of the border for a couple of days.
My first taste of Canada has not disappointed. Toronto seems to be a friendly and accessible city. It's much less frenetic than New York... or London for that matter.... and has a distinctly cosmopolitan vibe, underlined by the number of different languages I've overheard whilst walking around this afternoon. I even enjoyed a passable oeufs benedict for lunch.
I was delighted to get out onto the water even if it was only for a 45 minute harbour tour of Lake Ontario. I do love being on a boat, especially when the sky is blue and there's a spectacular view to enjoy. My photos won't do it justice but I shan't forget how satisfying it felt when I'm back in the office next week. And if the memory starts to fade, I have the sunburn to remind me!
Tomorrow I am making the trip to Niagara Falls. I'm steeling myself to be disappointed by the town as I've been warned that it's been overtaken by souvenir stalls and wedding chapels but I hope that the Falls themselves will be worth the trip.
It feels good to be having another mini adventure. Having roommates to consider feels a little odd having spent so long by myself but it's actually quite nice to have company. I say this now of course before they've kept me awake all night by snoring!
Anyway, it seems like we're approaching 'lights out' time. I promise to write more soon though.
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