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366: April 3rd, 2014
366: April 3rd, 2014This is it. The last day. And the first, in many ways.I didn’t know how to properly end off this project. I had ideas of photographing myself jumping in the air in front of the lifeguard station – or calling a few close friends to come stand down there for a final goodbye portrait. And I actually started to get a little emotional, realizing I had no idea how to properly say farewell to the past 365 days.So, meet Zoey cat. He’s popped up in the extra photos section of this project a handful of times. He’s my little mascot. For every big (and little) thing that has happened since moving to Toronto I’ve turned to him to bounce ideas off of. He never really actually answers me, but that’s besides the point.I also really just wanted to make you smile. Because without you reading this right now, I wouldn’t have been able to complete this project. Some of you have followed the project all the way through, and some of you have looked maybe just once. I appreciate all of the support. The kind emails I’ve received sporadically throughout the year, the retweets and Facebook messages, and the great conversations I’ve had with neighbours and visitors to the area – those little things have kept me going.On April 3, 2013, an idea came to me after a really bad week. We all have bad days at work, this was one of those moments where I felt like I was stuck at the bottom of an endless rut. I have a flair for the dramatic at times.Sitting down by the rocks that fateful day, an idea was born. I’d seen hundreds of photos of the lifeguard station from the moment I moved to Toronto, and I never bothered shooting it because I wanted to do something different. I just wanted one really nice photo of the station to hang in my beach apartment because to me, there is no area nicer in this city. No offence to any other neighbourhoods, this one just fits with my life perfectly. Probably because I don’t know how to do anything simple, instead of taking just one photo of the station, I decided why don’t I take one photo every day for a year? I’m not a landscape photographer – years at newspapers taught me that I excel at taking photos of people. It doesn’t matter what context the people are in, that’s just the only way I really know how to operate.I’m sure by now you may already know what the rules and restrictions I set out for this project entailed. Same spot, same framing, any time of day – just get people in it.And the rest was history. Hot summer days were the easiest, I was down there anyways, so who wouldn’t want to spend half an hour photographing the neighbourhood. But there were the days that I was ill, or it was minus twenty-eight at four in the morning because I had a plane to catch. Those weren’t as easy. But it’s become such a huge part of my life. A little milestone for me, personally.I really recommend that everyone do something for themselves every single day. It doesn’t matter what it is that you decide to do – just make sure you do it. It’s good for the soul.Thank you to everyone who helped make this possible. And thank you too, to those who made a few snide comments about the project over the course of the year. “Why would you bother with that, it’s just a photo of building?” My answer hasn’t changed. Because I can, because I could, and because I wanted to. And because this is my home, my passion, and now a part of my life forever.Stay in touch. (And please follow along on my new adventure – starting now.)
365: April 2nd, 2014
365: April 2nd, 2014Wow.I can’t believe the day is finally here. Three hundred and sixty five days later. In some respects, this is the the “end” of the project. But that’s if you’re counting in technical terms. Several months ago I decided that the last day for this project will be tomorrow, not today. It just doesn’t make sense for me to end the project on a day different that the original start date.On April 3, 2013, I started the Leuty Project. I have so much to say about it, but I’m saving that for tomorrow. You’re just going to have to tune in for one more day. Because I said so, and because this is too important to me to not end it properly.See you tomorrow, world.
364: April 1st, 2014
364: April 1st, 2014Happy April fool’s day!I’m finally home, and I’m actually so nervous about this project ending that I can’t put it into words. I have some big plans that are going to take a lot of time afterwards, but I’m beginning to really put some ideas to the table. It is hard to explain how difficult it is to capture a year of your life and display it for others. Hopefully you all have enjoyed it so far, though. There’s only more to come.
363: March 31st, 2014
363: March 31st, 2014Love is in the air.The last of the four shots provided by Robin Kuniski. I came back from the Junos late this evening, and was so tired that there was no way I could do today’s photo.If you’re curious about what I was shooting, please check out some of the photos available on the Junos website.
362: March 31st, 2014
362: March 31st, 2014What a beautiful sunset. The slowly warming temperatures gave the impression of almost a fall day instead of a spring one – but either way, it means winter is gone, right?Again, today was brought to you by the lovely and amazing Robin Kuniski. Check out his work!
361: March 30th, 2014
361: March 30th, 2014This Saturday is really starting to show the first true sign of spring. No hat, no gloves, and no winter boots.This is another spectacular photo shot by Robin Kuniski while I was out at the Junos in Winnipeg.
360: March 28, 2014
360: March 28, 2014Rainy sky Friday. The last Friday (and weekend) of this project. Surreal. Are you ready for the countdown?Robin Kuniski shot this for me as I left town today for Winnipeg. What a trooper, thank you for the help, Robin!
359: March 27, 2014
359: March 27, 2014Warm weather is finally on its way – but me, I’m heading off somewhere colder. The lovely and talented Robin Kuniski is taking over for the weekend while I’m off Juno-ing in Winnipeg. May the force be with you, Robin.
358: March 26, 2014
358: March 26, 2014Road trip Thursdays! Just for the sake of it, I’m throwing in some photos from today. I’ve been playing with the eye-fi, wi-fi and and many other apps and programs these days as a part of fine-tuning my workflow.
357: March 25, 2014
357: March 25, 2014The after sunset blues. (And the oh-no-this-is-almost-done-what-am-I-going-to-do blues.)
356: March 24, 2014
356: March 24, 2014It’s been a lot more enjoyable to go for walks lately.On another note, I’ve updated some links with the project, finally. A proper contact page has been added, and now, the Facebook widget redirects you to Laura Pedersen photography on Facebook.
355: March 23, 2014
355: March 23, 2014Sunday, Sunday mooooorning!In case you were wondering, I’ve added a new “contact” section to the main navigation of this site. I didn’t realize before how difficult it was to locate. On the bright side, though, a lot of traffic was redirected to my other site.
354: March 22, 2014
354: March 22, 2014I’m honoured to say that the Leuty Project was featured in the Beach-Riverdale Mirror. Huge thank you to the staff over there for paying attention to this project. Please click here to check it out!Oh yeah, and happy Saturday everyone!
353: March 21, 2014
353: March 21, 2014Another Friday – and just under two weeks left in this project. I’ve said this a lot over the past few weeks, but I’m starting to get nervous, for some inexplicable reason. I’ve never dedicated myself to something for this long before, and now it feels like just yesterday I started.If you were ever looking for a really memorable way to document a year, I recommend starting a daily project. It sure will flood you with memories.
352: March 20, 2014
352: March 20, 2014Happy first day of spring, everyone! Now, if only spring would actually arrive.
351: March 19, 2014
351: March 19, 2014Wednesdays are always fun days. Right? Middle of the week and all.And today, despite the rain, I’d say I had a pretty good Wednesday. How about you?There are two weeks left to this project. That both terrifies and excites me. I really don’t want it to end, I have to admit that. I’ve become so in love with the lifeguard station. This is my little piece of home. I moved around a lot in the past few years, it feels so good to be here in a place that I can comfortably call my home.
350: March 18, 2014
350: March 18, 2014The day after St. Patrick’s day. Hope you’re not too hungover!
349: March 17, 2014
349: March 17, 2014Happy St. Patrick’s Day!I unintentionally created a twitter-storm yesterday with a photo I tweeted from the parade.
348: March 16, 2014
348: March 16, 2014Happy St. Patty’s Day parade day!I’m off to photograph the parade despite the cold. I hope you get a chance to enjoy this day as well!
347: March 15, 2014
347: March 15, 2014Between the time I took yesterday’s photo and returned to the beach after work (9-ish hours later) almost all of the snow had melted. Yet somehow we are still getting another extreme cold warning? Last one, please!
346: March 14, 2014
346: March 14, 2014This may be the last time I ever catch a cross country skier in this project. With only 19 days left, I hope the snow starts to melt and doesn’t come back before the finale.Yikes, I just realized how close I am to the finale of this project. I’m getting a little nervous.
345: March 13, 2014
345: March 13, 2014There’s no business like snow business … but it’s getting a little overwhelming.
344: March 12, 2014
344: March 12, 2014I think I jinxed everything with my wishes of spring. What a contrast from yesterday. Hello, March snow storm.
343: March 11, 2014
343: March 11, 2014The beach was loaded with seagulls today. The warmest day of the year, and I hope it is a sign of things to come! Spring, I’m waiting for you.
342: March 10, 2014
342: March 10, 2014March break Monday! Well, for some. For me, it’s just another Monday.
341: March 9, 2014
341: March 9, 2014Did you remember to turn your clocks ahead by an hour this morning? Thank heavens for phones automatically updating.
340: March 8, 2014
340: March 8, 2014It isn’t every day that you see someone walking with a stroller on the other side of the snow fence. Enjoy your Saturday everyone. And happy international women’s day to all the ladies of the world. I’m a big fan of girl power.
339: March 7, 2014
339: March 7, 2014While shooting today’s photo, I couldn’t stop listening to the birds chirping on full volume. It is so nice to hear them so active. I’m looking forward to what is supposed to be a lovely weekend – I hope you are too!
338: March 6, 2014
338: March 6, 2014I’ve always joked that my life is a series of “hurry up and wait’s.” I don’t mind it in the slightest, so don’t interpret that wrong, but today was one of those days that I rushed down to get a shot, thinking it would be easy on such a bright, beautiful day, and waited nearly fifteen minutes before anyone ran by.I actually like days like this. It gives me time to relax, and think. If you get a chance today or tomorrow, try to take fifteen minutes a day for yourself. Too many people don’t.Edit: Dedicated to our dear beloved family member, Mikey. Today is a very sad day.
337: March 5, 2014
337: March 5, 2014Happy Wednesday. Plain and simple today, I’m just leaving it at that. Remember to smile!
336: March 4, 2014
336: March 4, 2014We’re in the final stretch of this project. Which is terrifying, a little sad, and a little exciting. My mind is swimming with ideas, and I think I’m getting carried away imagining what is going to happen at the end of this project.So lets just focus on the now. Happy snowstorm-on-March-4th-day. Or something.
335: March 3, 2014
335: March 3, 2014Mondays really aren’t that fun. But today’s photo is nice and bright. Turn your frowns upside down everyone, every day we get closer to spring, and then summer!(Unless you’re a winter person. Then you can totally send me hate mail about the amount of times I complain about the weather.)
334: March 2, 2014
334: March 2, 2014Blue and red, red and blue. I see a theme this Sunday morning.(Good thing my scarf is red!)
333: March 1, 2014
333: March 1, 2014I feel like a lucky girl today. It’s the “second half” of my non-birthday birth-day, and three is one of my lucky numbers. So how could I not feel like a lucky girl? Well, minus the cold.Welcome, March.
332: February 28, 2014
332: February 28, 2014Three years out of every four years, today becomes one of my favourite days of the year. Why? Because it’s my birthday, kind of. Officially, my birthday is February 29th, but since that only happens every four years, I’ve been told I get to stake claim on both today and tomorrow.I made it home late this evening from the fantastic surprise trip my boyfriend planned for me. I particularly like today’s photo because you can see a plane off to the side of the lifeguard station. Fitting as I had just hopped off of one a few hours before.Here’s hoping I brought back the beautiful Nevada weather with me. I feel like I’ve been spoiled all week with sunshine.
331: February 27, 2014
331: February 27, 2014Another fantastic photo from John Hanley today.As mentioned in Tuesday’s update, I left the country for a few days and feel beyond blessed to have support from my friends and the neighbourhood. And as a bonus, it’s pretty obvious that I know some pretty darn talented people.Seems like today was a perfect day to be out for a walk. Happy Thursday!
330: February 26, 2014
330: February 26, 2014Another fantastic photo brought to you by the talented and very kind John Hanley.(Please see yesterday’s update for an explanation of my three-day absence and the wonderful support I’ve received from friends in the community.)Clearly it was a frigid day today. Hopefully spring is closer than we think.
329: February 25, 2014
329: February 25, 2014he truly amazing John Hanley (please visit his website, JohnHanleyPhoto.com and check out his work) helped me still accomplish this project, and shot today’s photo for me.I absolutely love the leaping squirrel in the foreground. I hope you do too!Stay tuned for Wednesday, February 26 and Thursday, February 27th’s photos to see more of John’s fantastic work!
328: February 24, 2014
328: February 24, 2014A very, very early morning photo today. There was not a soul in sight in the wee hours today.
327: February 23, 2014
327: February 23, 2014WE DID IT! Another hockey gold for Canada!!!
326: February 22, 2014
326: February 22, 2014Are you excited to get up early tomorrow morning for the hockey game? I sure am! Happy pre-hockey day, Canada!
325: February 21, 2014
325: February 21, 2014GO CANADA GOOOOO!!! I had to duck out during the break between first and second period in order to get today’s photo. It was a long time before anyone walked into my shot today, too. Everyone must have been glued to their TVs for the game. And for good reason! Going for gold, you can do it boys!
324: February 20, 2014
324: February 20, 2014A strangely warm, rainy Thursday. Watch out for all the puddles out there!
323: February 19, 2014
323: February 19, 2014It was an absolutely gorgeous day today until it rained. It is always a very liberating feeling to wear my spring jacket in February! Hopefully this is a sign of warmer days to come.
322: February 18, 2014
322: February 18, 2014Tuesday, Tuesday, Tuesday! Today is technically my “Saturday,” and what a perfect day to be able to avoid the roads. That snow we got last night wasn’t horrible, but it sure was nice to be able to stay away from the roads today.In other very exciting news, the Leuty Project is in this week’s Beach Metro News! Pick up a copy and check it out on page five. A huge thank you to the staff over there for mentioning this project. I can’t believe how quickly it is coming near the end. I’ve got some big plans in store for the next few months to come!
321: February 17, 2014
321: February 17, 2014Happy Family Day, Toronto! It was a busy day down at the beach today. I hope you all had a fantastic holiday Monday.
320: February 16, 2014
320: February 16, 2014I hope you all get to enjoy some time with family this weekend. If you’re off tomorrow, stay warm and have fun!
319: February 15, 2014
319: February 15, 2014Happy … day after Valentine’s Day? My creativity clearly is lacking today.I must say that this project has caused me to almost have to wear blinders as I’m headed through the neighbourhood at times. This morning I missed an excellent shot of skiers, and I still haven’t forgiven myself. I mean, I was on my way to run errands so I suppose it isn’t quite my fault, but I can’t help but kick myself a little for it. I have to remember that every day, every moment, there is something different to capture in this project. And that’s the beauty of it!
318: February 14, 2014
318: February 14, 2014Happy Valentine’s day to everyone today! Or, whatever you prefer to call this day on the fourteenth of February each year. Some days, I have a very set idea in my head as to what kind of photo I want. (Families on family day, Christmas, etc.) Today, I really wanted to get a couple walking hand-in-hand in front of the lifeguard station. And I certainly got that. While you may not be able to see this lovely couple’s hands intertwined due to the cropping parameters of the project, they were hand in hand along the board walk.
317: February 13, 2014
317: February 13, 2014A very slow Thursday in February. I hung out for quite awhile down at the location where I shoot this project before anyone walked into frame. C’est la vie!
316: February 12, 2014
316: February 12, 2014Happy sun-shine-y Wednesday!
315: February 11, 2014
315: February 11, 2014Happy Tuesday! It’s actually a rather pleasant afternoon, comparatively speaking! Hopefully you got a chance to enjoy the bright day.
314: February 10, 2014
314: February 10, 2014It is much harder in the winter months to get a “busy” photo – but its still possible!
313: February 9, 2014
313: February 9, 2014The beach was busy today with runners and people out for a walk in the snow. I’m happy to see that the weather isn’t deterring people from enjoying our beautiful outdoors!
312: February 8, 2014
312: February 8, 2014Happy Saturday – again!
311: February 7, 2014
311: February 7, 2014It seems to be my week to capture cross country skiers! On that note – did you catch the opening ceremonies to the Winter Olympics? I have to admit, I didn’t, but I’m sure I will catch it on repeat this evening. Go Canada!!
310: February 6, 2014
310: February 6, 2014I missed getting a shot of the skier late at night a few days ago, but I was able to get one today!Hope you stayed warm out there, and were able to get your cars out of their spots. It took us quite some time to dig out my car today.
309: February 5, 2014
309: February 5, 2014It’s a snow day! Be safe out there on this snowy Wednesday.
308: February 4, 2014
308: February 4, 2014Finally, a recent night shot that I’m a fan of. No people – well, not that you can see. There was someone walking through this frame, but the exposure was too long to catch them.I missed getting a cross country skier in frame tonight as well. It wouldn’t have worked well as a night time exposure anyways, though.
307: February 3, 2014
307: February 3, 2014I’m not a fan of Mondays.
306: February 2, 2014
306: February 2, 2014A cold day for a run.Also, you’d be happy to know that I finally took down our tree. That’s right, we were those embarrassing people who left their tree up till February 1.
305: February 1, 2014
305: February 1, 2014February is here! (Also known in my books as BIRTHDAY MONTH! Wooo hoo!)
304: January 31, 2014
304: January 31, 2014Farewell January, I can’t say you were my favourite month by any means.
303: January 30, 2014
303: January 30, 2014It warmed up at least ten degrees today – it almost feels tropical!
302: January 29, 2014
302: January 29, 2014An action shot for hump day. Happy Wednesday!
301: January 28, 2014
301: January 28, 2014The lifeguard station (and the rest of the lake) looked so freaking cool this morning. Literally. All that steam rising off of the lake creates such a gorgeous backdrop – and I was up early enough to capture it. Quite a miracle lately, truthfully, it’s hard for me to get up early in this cold!
300: January 27, 2014
300: January 27, 2014Day 300 – and I bring you a night time shot to celebrate this monumental milestone in the Leuty Project. It was so cold tonight that I had a really hard time focussing the camera. I must admit that it was one of my least favourite night time shots. On the bright side, I could see a glimpse of dusk to the west which gives me hope that the days are getting longer. 6pm is far too early for this pitch black night sky!
299: January 26, 2014
299: January 26, 2014It’s a winter wonderland out there. At least the snow means it isn’t as cold as it has been. I’d take the snow over -30 windchill any day.
298: January 25, 2014
298: January 25, 2014Beautiful soft waves with spotlights of sunshine hitting the lake today. What a gorgeous way to start a Saturday.
297: January 24, 2014
297: January 24, 2014The waves were absolutely beautiful today – but it was also one of those days where it was hard to get people in the photo while the waves were active. Some sort of version of Murphy’s Law, I think.
296: January 23, 2014
296: January 23, 2014As a born and raised Alberta girl, I thought I knew what cold felt like. But damn – this cold sure is a different kind of feeling. I sure wish Toronto got chinooks!
295: January 22, 2014
295: January 22, 2014What a bone chilling Wednesday. The water is frozen over, and it is beautiful – despite the horrible cold!
294: January 21, 2014
294: January 21, 2014There was beautiful steam rising off of the water this morning, but unfortunately due to the cropping restrictions of this project, it doesn’t show well. As I’ve said before, while I love the parameters of this project, sometimes they are very frustrating. Still a good cold weather photo, however.
293: January 20, 2014
293: January 20, 2014Face masks are in fashion in this weather. Yikes, stay warm.
292: January 19, 2014
292: January 19, 2014Snowy, snowy Sunday. Is it just me, or is this winter beginning to feel extremely long?
291: January 18, 2014
291: January 18, 2014Another freezing Saturday morning.
290: January 17, 2014
290: January 17, 2014I’m beginning to wonder how long that downed tree branch is going to be in the shot. Any takers on a guess?
289: January 16, 2014
289: January 16, 2014Night time shots are the most difficult, but at least the Christmas lights are still up!
288: January 15, 2014
288: January 15, 2014I literally ran to the Leuty Project photo location at top speed today to try and beat the quickly falling light. I barely made it in time to still get a handheld shot, but I basically had 15 frames left of daylight. I’m kind of a fan of the vibrant blue dusk shot, so hopefully you like it too!
287: January 14, 2014
287: January 14, 2014Sometimes the best photo of the day is the first frame you shot. Today is one of those days.
286: January 13, 2014
286: January 13, 2014What’s worse, a Friday the 13th or a Monday the 13th? Mondays aren’t my thing.
285: January 12, 2014
285: January 12, 2014People seem to walk by the lifeguard station in packs. You can go five minutes without seeing a soul, and the next thing you know, a huge group of people walk by for the next five minutes straight. And then the cycle will repeat.
284: January 11, 2014
284: January 11, 2014Fog central today!
283: January 10, 2014
283: January 10, 2014Grey skies today. Bring on the sunshine, please.
282: January 9, 2014
282: January 9, 2014An absolutely beautiful evening sky.
281: January 8, 2014
281: January 8, 2014Some days all you need is a little dog walking past the Leuty Lifeguard station to make you smile.
280: January 7, 2014
280: January 7, 2014Steam rising off of the lake.It is so cold today – I hope you all stayed indoors and stayed safe. As a born and raised Albertan, I never thought that I would feel temperatures more frigid than Edmonton and Calgary winters. But this may be some of the coldest weather I have ever experienced. Then again, I’m not out west right now to experience -50, so maybe in comparison this is actually not as bad. Either way, make sure you stay safe and stay indoors as much as possible.
279: January 6, 2014
279: January 6, 2014Absolutely frigid temperatures right now. If you don’t have to go anywhere, don’t! A perfect day to stay indoors and watch movies. Which is exactly what I plan on doing.
278: January 5, 2014
278: January 5, 2014Blue, blue Sunday.
277: January 4, 2014
277: January 4, 2014Temperatures are rising and the waves are back. There apparently is the possibility of a snow storm overnight and tomorrow – fingers are crossed it skips by Toronto.
276: January 3, 2014
276: January 3, 2014Some days this project is easy, and everything happens right where it is supposed to. And then other days, this project becomes a challenge, where sub zero temperatures and an extreme cold warning drives you to keep praying that someone, anyone will just walk by the station.Stay warm, Toronto.
275: January 2, 2014
275: January 2, 2014It is darn cold out there – stay warm and stay safe, Toronto!
274: January 1, 2014
274: January 1, 2014HAPPY NEW YEAR! May 2014 be the best year yet!
273: December 31, 2013
273: December 31, 2013Happy New Year’s Eve, Toronto! Just watch out for all that blowing snow out there!
272: December 30, 2013
272: December 30, 2013It is getting cold outside again – make sure you bundle up tomorrow for New Years!
271: December 29, 2013
271: December 29, 2013It’s that strange time between Christmas and New Years that I don’t really know what to say about. However, it is the last Sunday of 2013 – so make it a good one!
270: December 28, 2013
270: December 28, 2013The ice is slowly melting as the temperatures slowly rise. Hope you could enjoy your day today – but watch the skies for falling ice!
269: December 27, 2013
269: December 27, 2013The city is slowly regaining power after the ice storm. Here’s hoping you have yours back by now!
268: December 26, 2013
268: December 26, 2013Happy Boxing Day everyone! Or, as I am titling it due to today’s photo: Cross-Country Skiing Day!
267: December 25, 2013
267: December 25, 2013Merry Christmas, Toronto!
266: December 24, 2013
266: December 24, 2013HAPPY CHRISTMAS EVE! Santa Claus is coming to town! Leave some cookies and milk for the big guy tonight!
265: December 23, 2013
265: December 23, 2013Only 100 days left of this project… I am speechless.(Editor’s note: I’m a few days behind on updating as the ice storm that rolled through took down all internet, phone, data, and cable at my residence. I’m finally updating, please forgive my lapse of updating for these past few days.)
264: December 22, 2013
264: December 22, 2013Ice-storm-a-pa-looza. Today’s Leuty photo doesn’t look overly icy, but as soon as I get proper internet connection back, I will be uploading a selection of today’s best on LauraPedersen.ca.Everyone please stay safe, drive slow, watch out for the trees above you, and stay warm!
263: December 21, 2013
263: December 21, 2013The first official day of winter. Feels like this season has been here for far too long.
262: December 20, 2013
262: December 20, 2013It’s a dogs life.
261: December 19, 2013
261: December 19, 2013Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to stick around to see if they were in fact able to build a snowman this afternoon. But they sure were putting in a lot of effort. I’m hoping that tomorrow I get down there in the morning to find a nice little snowman. And, if they weren’t able to finish it, that’s okay too. It’s all about the thought that counts.
260: December 18, 2013
260: December 18, 2013If you look really closely, you can see the tiniest of flurries happening in today’s photo.
259: December 17, 2013
259: December 17, 2013I chose this one today because of how tiny the dog looks in contrast with all that snow. I kind of wish all you could see was his tail – but alas, the rules and constraints of this project will just have to do with this. Happy Tuesday!
258: December 16, 2013
258: December 16, 2013I missed getting home in time to capture the Christmas lights on the house tonight. Therefore, I opted for the simple photo and decided to go with one where the solitary light at the top was on instead of anything else. I feel like it sums up my day. You may interpret that however you see fit. (Although, I think it’s a good thing!)
257: December 15, 2013
257: December 15, 2013I don’t know if you can tell, but that’s a dad/child towing a sled behind them. This makes me so happy, it feels like Christmas time!
256: December 14, 2013
256: December 14, 2013Welcome to snow city!
255: December 13, 2013
255: December 13, 2013I’m dreaming of a whiiiiiite Chriiistmaaaaas…
254: December 12, 2013
254: December 12, 2013Apparently some white stuff is on its way to Toronto. Drive slow tomorrow morning!
253: December 11, 2013
253: December 11, 2013Alright, my positivity streak is ending. I don’t have anything to say other than it’s bloody cold out.
252: December 10, 2013
252: December 10, 2013No matter how cold it gets, at least people still hit the boardwalk and the paths!
251: December 9, 2013
251: December 9, 2013A little moisture in the air never hurt anyone, right? I’m trying to stay positive.
250: December 8, 2013
250: December 8, 2013Baby, it’s cold outside.
249: December 7, 2013
249: December 7, 2013Happy Saturday! It is a lot colder outside than it looks today – bundle up!
248: December 6, 2013
248: December 6, 2013Thank goodness it is Friday!
247: December 5, 2013
247: December 5, 2013The lights were turned off a lot earlier tonight on the lifeguard station than I had anticipated. Oh well, I still was able to get an interesting photo for the project.
246: December 4, 2013
246: December 4, 2013Gray December days. Sending some cheer your way!
245: December 3, 2013
245: December 3, 2013Another evening photo after a very busy day. Anyone else out there suffering from the never ending cold that is going around? Sending healing vibes your way if you’re sick like me!
244: December 2, 2013
244: December 2, 2013A long exposure captured a biker going by tonight. Something a little different for a night time photo filled with lights.I really love Christmas lights. Have I mentioned that enough in the past few days?
243: December 1, 2013
243: December 1, 2013Happy December first! They’ve turned on all the Christmas lights down by the water, and I’m loving it. I have a feeling I may be doing several night time photos this month.
242: November 30, 2013
242: November 30, 2013It is starting to warm up a bit on the last day of November. December, here we come!
241: November 29, 2013
241: November 29, 2013After all, if I’m going to be covering 365 days of this, there’s bound to be a personal message or two embedded into the project.
240: November 28, 2013
240: November 28, 2013They set the lights up on the Leuty Lifeguard station! Since I just moved to the area last December, I don’t remember if this is an annual thing or not. I do remember the lights all over the trees, but it makes me SO excited to see the station set up for the holidays. It’s officially Christmas time in my books now 🙂
239: November 27, 2013
239: November 27, 2013A beautiful snowy Wednesday. Today is a really good day, despite being seriously under the weather. When the sun is shining, everything is always better.
238: November 26, 2013
238: November 26, 2013I’m not a fan of Tuesdays.
237: November 25, 2013
237: November 25, 2013A cold day for a run towards the wind!
236: November 24, 2013
236: November 24, 2013Less snow, more sunshine!
235: November 23, 2013
235: November 23, 2013Lots of bundled up people were out enjoying the day today despite the frigid temperatures. Winter is officially here!
234: November 22, 2013
234: November 22, 2013A rainy, cold day. It seems like winter weather has really begun to set in.
233: November 21, 2013
233: November 21, 2013Another day, another dog photo.
232: November 20, 2013
232: November 20, 2013If you’re out on the boardwalk today, I recommend walking west instead of east. That wind is harsh!Unfortunately, of course, all of the good waves came by when no one was in frame. So this is the closest I will get today.
231: November 19, 2013
231: November 19, 2013A late night photo for a long day.
230: November 18, 2013
230: November 18, 2013A good day for an early morning run!
229: November 17, 2013
229: November 17, 2013Apparently a big storm is about to roll through town. Watch out for fallen trees everyone!
228: November 16, 2013
228: November 16, 2013A lot more activity down in the beach on this lovely Saturday.
227: November 15, 2013
227: November 15, 2013I was inspired by the #MoreThanFord campaign that has popped up around town to add a few iPhone only shots of this beautiful city into today’s Leuty Project post. I have been feeling like there’s been too much bad press out there lately due to the mayor’s behaviour, we need to remember that Toronto isn’t defined at all by the headlines we are getting internationally. I’m happy that many others out there agree.
226: November 14, 2013
226: November 14, 2013Always an exciting day in Toronto. At least to the world media.
225: November 13, 2013
225: November 13, 2013A cold fall day for a run at the beach.
224: November 12, 2013
224: November 12, 2013Beautiful sunset skies on a Tuesday. Maybe Tuesdays aren’t that bad after all.
223: November 11, 2013
223: November 11, 2013Lest we forget.(If you look closely, you’ll see a canine subject in today’s photo.)
222: November 10, 2013
222: November 10, 2013A beautiful day for a walk, despite the cold.I’m sad at how fast the wind is taking down the leaves.
221: November 9, 2013
221: November 9, 2013The trees are really starting to look bare out there. And a lot less people sure are hitting the pathways. Stay warm, friends.
220: November 8, 2013
220: November 8, 2013The sun was so bright shining on the water today. Happy Friday!
219: November 7, 2013
219: November 7, 2013The morning light was absolutely beautiful today.
218: November 6, 2013
218: November 6, 2013Today was a far less interesting day, but a beautiful sky nonetheless.
217: November 5, 2013
217: November 5, 2013Remember, remember the fifth of November.I know that this day is actually Guy Fawkes day, but I have a feeling a lot of people are going to be remembering Rob Ford’s confession on this day for quite some time to come.
216: November 4, 2013
216: November 4, 2013Yet another Monday.
215: November 3, 2013
215: November 3, 2013Less rain, but more cold.
214: November 2, 2013
214: November 2, 2013One of the trees featured in this project was clearly affected by wind and has some downed branches today. Yes, this is the most exciting thing I have to say on this cold Saturday.
213: November 1, 2013
213: November 1, 2013Hello, November. Thank you for being the eighth month of this project.
212: October 31, 2013
212: October 31, 2013A not-so-spooky Halloween photo. Happy Halloween!!! Stay safe out there tonight. (And dry, if you can!)
211: October 30, 2013
211: October 30, 2013At some point between yesterday evening and this afternoon at 3 p.m. they put the snow fence up in front of the lifeguard house. I’m a little sad to have missed them putting it up, but so is life.Hello, snow fence. Welcome to the Leuty Project again.
210: October 29, 2013
210: October 29, 2013I’m always a sucker for bright coloured jackets at this time of year. Adds a nice little splash of colour to this project.
209: October 28, 2013
209: October 28, 2013People and their dogs. That’s the theme of today.
208: October 27, 2013
208: October 27, 2013The leaves have started to fall far too fast.
207: October 26, 2013
207: October 26, 2013Please, please don’t let the snow come down south yet!
206: October 25, 2013
206: October 25, 2013Another TGIF! Wondering if I will catch them putting the fence up one of these days.
205: October 24, 2013
205: October 24, 2013So many leaves on the ground. I think this cold air is making me permanently sleepy.
204: October 23, 2013
204: October 23, 2013I caved and dug out my gloves. Boo!
203: October 22, 2013
203: October 22, 2013Crisp fall air – I’m undecided if I really enjoy fall or not. The colours I like, but the cold air – not so much.
202: October 21, 2013
202: October 21, 2013It looks like the snow fences are going to be put up soon. I hope this means that the snow stays away, though.
201: October 20, 2013
201: October 20, 2013Happy waterfront marathon day!
200: October 19, 2013
200: October 19, 2013Happy rainy DAY TWO HUNDRED! Another milestone in this project.
199: October 18, 2013
199: October 18, 2013HAPPY FRIDAY!
198: October 17, 2013
198: October 17, 2013The sky was absolutely beautiful this morning. Rain, rain, stay away.
197: October 16, 2013
197: October 16, 2013You can really see the leaves starting to thin out and change colour. I hope they turn colour before there’s a big wind storm!
196: October 15, 2013
196: October 15, 2013A beautiful mid-week day. (A little late due to sickness, apologies for that.)
195: October 14, 2013
195: October 14, 2013Happy gobble gobble!What are you thankful for this year? Me, I’m thankful for the past 195 days, the next 170 to come, and all of the support, comments, emails and page visits I have received from all of you. Thank you, Leuty Project visitors! I hope you stick with me for the duration of this adventure.
194: October 13, 2013
194: October 13, 2013Happy Thanksgiving, Canada!As a side note, remember my comment from yesterday about seeming to always get photos of people taking photos in this project? Looks like I got another one of those situations today.
193: October 12, 2013
193: October 12, 2013A backlit photo for the long weekend Saturday. It’s amazing how many times I’ve been able to capture people taking pictures in these photos.
192: October 11, 2013
192: October 11, 2013Wishing you a happy long weekend!
191: October 10, 2013
191: October 10, 2013I hope everyone else has managed to stay healthy this month so far. I hereby deem this as sick-day Thursday in our house.
190: October 9, 2013
190: October 9, 2013Mid-day photo for the middle of the week.
189: October 8, 2013
189: October 8, 2013It’s Tuesday.. I don’t have anything else to really say besides that.
188: October 7, 2013
188: October 7, 2013Monday, monday, monday.
187: October 6, 2013
187: October 6, 2013Fog city.
186: October 5, 2013
186: October 5, 2013A nice fall Saturday. I recommend going down to Nuit Blanche this evening. Looks like it will be quite the event.
185: October 4, 2013
185: October 4, 2013I saw several people wearing shorts today – Happy October!
184: October 3, 2013
184: October 3, 2013A nighttime shot quite different from the rest. I’m not 100% sure where all that city-light glow is coming from. But I have my theories!
183: October 2, 2013
183: October 2, 2013And so begins the second half of this project.
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