Day 1: First Adventure to the CBC

I woke up in Toronto today. It was my first real day in the T.Dot, and I was really to hit the pavement and go have lots of fun. How did I have lots of fun you ask? By going to the CBC of course!

For my first Toronto adventure, I decided to booked two tapings of The Hour. One taping was for a musical performance, and the other was for a regular taping. I also decided that I would not take any sort of public transportation. For the month of May I'm trying to resist the need to rely on it. I'm sure this will soon come to an end, but for today, I didn't want to use it! Therefore, I had a one hour walk from Bloor to Front Street. It wasn't that bad actually. Though the sun was hitting pretty hard, I was able to deal with all the sweat. As I made my way, I had this feeling of calm come over me. I was finally in the city. The city I have been waiting to get to know for a while now. I finally have the opportunity to discover, explore and search for my dream. Amazing stuff. In the mean time, amidst all this reflection, I was also window shopping for places with signs that said "Now Hiring". This reminded me of how I need to get writing some resumes... *sigh*

Anyway, I eventually made it down to the CBC headquarters. I wandered in and visited the CBC museum, the shop and just lingered around until it was time for me to line up. I also discovered more of the CBC museum that I didn't know existed! It is hidden away beneath the escalators, sneaky CBC! ....And what did I find??? 

This: 

Isn't that amazing??? I sure think so. It's so "1970s CBC" 

Then I made my way to the line up, and then into the studio. While in line they treat you to a few snacks... I LOVE free stuff, so this was perfect, though I wasn't a huge fan of the energy drink:

During the musical performance I got to see Timber Timbre. Pretty nice mellow set, and then it was back to waiting in line for the next taping. 

Ugh. I hate waiting. Especially when I'm waiting all on my own. But, I did it.

The next taping was with Willie O'Ree. The first black NHL hockey player. He was able to play hockey while being blind in one eye. Pretty incredible! 

Then I made my way back home. As I was leaving the CBC, I walked by one of the dragons from Dragons Den. oooo. I bet if you hang out at the CBC long enough, you'll see every CBC personality.

On my way back I walked by 'Much Music', which I assume had someone "popular" on since there was a barricade and girls screaming. I decided I was too busy to take a peak. I later made my way through Chinatown, and noticed that the vegetables and fruits were really cheap. I made a note of this for future reference. 

Eventually I made it back. I kicked up my feet, made a yummy peanut butter and jelly sandwich for dinner, and I was set. Chatted with the roomies, and now I'm ready for another day. 

What will tomorrow bring me? I'm not too sure, but I will keep to posted :) Literally. 

Keep smilin', 

Monica