Day 2 : Walking Tour of the City

I wasn't sure what I was going to do today. I have several things planned in terms of getting resumes written up, figuring out where to apply for a job, etc, etc, but I thought I would walk along Bloor to see what shops I could find. I also thought "perhaps I'll try to do some shopping". Well this adventure ended up lasting 4 hours! It wasn't 4 hours of shopping mind you, it was 4 hours of me thinking "okay... how about I go down this street" and slowly ended up further and further away from home.

I ended up walking through many different parts of the city.
The Annex, which is where I live, is a pretty hip cool area. It's filled with lots of cool cafes, bars and restaurants, plus lots of nice shops. But when you walk down Bloor towards Younge, you get into a more "fashiony" area. People in suits and woman all dressed up going shopping to Chanel and Burberry. Then, you get towards Younge and it feels slightly touristy. Perhaps that's my own perception though.

It was then I decided, "Okay, I"ll just walk to the Eaton's Centre now". It was another very long walk to get there, but I did it! I passed by shops and interesting restaurants, but I couldn't help but feel that the Annex still had a lot more to offer. Plus, the vibe was a lot different. I like the Annex vibe.

While I was walking, I noticed that Torontonians really like to spit on the ground. Why? I have no idea. but I fear that one day I'll be walking and spit will land on me somehow. So gross.

The Eaton's Centre was cool. I've been there on numerous occasions. I'm currently looking for a new pair of jeans and thought "there must be something here for me". Alas, there was not. I tried on so many jeans to no avail. Not only was a tired and hungry, I just couldn't find a good pair on jeans. Oh well, better luck next time! It's also kinda lonely shopping by yourself.

Anywho, I walked down Queen street and visited Nathan Phillips Square.

It was here that I decided to take a rest. I sat under a tree and watched all the "suits" as they ate their take-out lunches and wrapped up ham sandwiches.

After a wee rest, it was time for me to return to the Annex. I was fairly dehydrated, and the hot sun was not helping!

On my way, I went through the The Ontario College of Arts and Design which is where I saw this:

How cool is that? I found it in a parking lot. I was impressed.

Eventually, I made it back to the Annex and drank lots and lots of water. Who knew water was so important?

Now it's time to relax. Not sure what to do exactly, but I do know that listening to CBC Radio 3 helps in the relaxing department. Have you ever listened? You should ;)

oh, and I booked some more tickets for next week's The Hour. I'm pretty excited! I won't tell you who I'm seeing just yet... I'll keep you in anticipation!

Toodles,

Monica