I want a liquor cabinet like this!

As everyone in Waterloo knows, the building complex that housed Mel’s and other shops burned down earlier this year. After they cleared the remains a way, an interesting collection of flooring remained. Above, you can see the floors of Mel’s, Sugar Mountain and Mr. Sushi stretch out behind Renee.

Fish and chips, sun, frozen yogurt, gentle sea breeze, Camille sitting on a bench talking on the phone. Nothing beats a relaxing summer afternoon at the Steveston boardwalk.

This summer, throughout the neighbourhood that I grew up in, one could spor a small-scale construction crane looming above. Turns out while I was away, construction on a new building for my old elementary school had started. Fun fact: construction one the site was by Ellis Don. Everytime I see Ellis Don, I just associate it with Renee, who did…a billion work terms with them.

Of course, during my short mid-summer visit to Vancouver, I had to try the new Guu, Guu Garden. I went with Rose and found that the setting was quite different from the other Guu’s. It seemed more relaxed, more of an “executive lunch” setting than a loud and lively izakaya. The food did not disappoint.

Ever since my first time there with Maggie, I’ve loved A Kettle of Fish. I always try to bring people who enjoy seafood there.

Growing up as an only child, I hold my friendships in very high regard and respect. When I briefly visited Vancouver in June, I was reminded of this when I saw this hanging on my bedroom wall. It’s interesting how it brings back memories, but is still 100% relevant now.

“Mr. Churchill, do you know how many schools across Canada are named after you??”