Denim is Forever

HB

 Last Saturday I celebrated THREE birthdays (mine included). I feel like I am forever in debt to the wonderful people in my life, both old friends and new ones. 

Gratitude

We Are Young

 

Wednesday mornings with an Aretha Record.

Monsieur Lahzar

In my life, I've been fortunate enough to encounter some wonderful educators that have played a monumental role in shaping the young man I am today. I'm sure we've all seen too many films about inspirational teachers but Monsieur Lazhar seems to be more about a film with an inspirational teacher rather than a film about an inspirational teacher. It is because of this aspect and the subtly brilliant performances in this film that I can't help but suggest that you plan to watch it. You'll laugh. You'll Cry and leave the theater with utmost gratitude for the teachers that have enriched your life and the fact that good screen plays still exist.

Less is More. Lesson Learned.

Lasting Impression

   & this is all of the fighting we ever did.

ILU, T.O

I coveted the most amazing book early this morning called : The Canadian City. It's a collection of essays in Urban History. As I moved about the city today I couldn't help but try to pin point the characteristics of the city that I've come to love so much. After much internal debate, the answer came to me when a bird flew just above my head. SCALE. It's as simple as that. No matter how tall we build and no matter how small we become in relation to the built environment it will always feel like Home. I know that this is a bold statement but it would be best to discuss it again in a few years. I imagine I'll still be mystified by the intricately woven stories of the people and the buildings of Toronto.