Durham Cathedral.
Taken in May 2013
A little over a month ago I found myself in London on a gorgeous sunny spring day and three hours to kill.
Scarborough. May 2013.
Tulips in Scarborough
April 2013
I forgot to mention that I fed my favorite bunch of Ukrainians for non-orthodox Easter. We had…quite a feast, the highlight of which was a roasted leg of lamb.
It feels amazing to have a teeny but real family away from home here in Toronto.
Taken in March 2013
Taken in Scarborough. May 2013.
A beautiful evening at the American side of Niagara Falls
Taken in June 2013
Niagara Falls, USA.
Taken in June 2013
Rapids on the Niagara River (Stateside).
Taken in June 2013
I made a decision to post about my lingering postpartum depression on Facebook a few months ago and I received such a wonderful little outpouring of support and well-wishes. Wonderful enough to life the lid off the bad spiraling funk I was in…the lift let in some light, some goodness, and while I don’t know if it’s ever possible to feel “cured” fully, I have been doing so much better since then. I wanted to mention that I appreciated everyone’s thoughts, love, and encouraging commentary so very much since I believe that at least a few of my close friends and family are also readers here. Please know that your little bit of communication makes everything a bit brighter. It’s really difficult for extroverts to lead somewhat isolated lives, and it’s being away from friends that I find most draining and exhausting during this strange and transitional phase in my life. Every “hi” helps a great deal, and I’ve been lucky enough to be in touch with a handful of old friends during this past week. The amount of proverbial spring it puts into my step is noticeable. Most of you are far away, but I’m not without you. Thank you. I love you.
Taken at the Irish Pol on 3rd Street.
Ten precious hours in Philly.
Taken in Philadelphia on 8 June 2013
The Phillies showed a nice montage of Shane Victorino during today’s game. Shane acknowledged the fans and received a standing ovation from the entire stadium.
I miss you, Shane-o. Philly lives you!
Scenes from my ever-so-brief visit “home” to West Philly. “Brief” as in about sixteen hours. What IS home, anyway? ….wish I knew.
April 2013
Two days in Leeds, West Yorkshire.
April 2013