One of a Kind

An outing with Mom and Jeanette to the One of a Kind show yesterday afternoon was really nice. It was good to spend some time with Mom out of the house, out of the Beach, doing something we both enjoy. Since tickets are valid for the duration of the show (so long as you remember to pick up a readmission stub on your way out), I plan on going back this weekend. There are a few things that caught Mom's eye, I noticed.

Cloaks, scarves; plush, woolen, wooden things; and candies. One day, when I have a real, paying job, all my friends and family will open beautifully crafted Christmas and birthday presents bought at shows such as Toronto's One of a Kind.

This season, the show opened on November 23 and will continue until Sunday, December 3: So, if you haven't been yet, you still have a few days to enjoy exploring a mini universe of pretty things :) If you're in town, consider joining me this weekend.

Below is a short list of artisans who you might enjoy as much as I have.

• Helen Yamashita & Co. (epoh.ca)
  
• Jack & Marjorie (jackandmarjorie.com)
  
• Andre Ouellet (ouelletcuir.com)
  
• Yarn Point Knitters (yarnpoint.com)
  
• Katherine O'Mally Greer
  
• PMO Designs
  

Pride sing-off surfaces on YouTube!

Coolest Development of the Week goes to the surfacing of "TORONTO PRIDE 'GREASE' singing" on YouTube!!

This wicked video was shot on Yonge St in Toronto this summer, while waiting for the Pride Parade to start. At street level, you'll see -- but mostly hear -- a group of young ladies singing their response to a lively group of young guys atop the roofs across the street.

Thanks to April and Dora's social network, Constance and I had the funnnn pleasure of being part of this awesome sing-off. You won't be able to see us, but Conk and I were standing by the chimney just left of the McDonalds sign.

Tags: Video "Toronto Pride", ksavo, kslog

UCLA authorities LAPD use taser on student

Here's video of security police officers at UCLA repeatedly using a taser weapon against a student at one of the school's libraries. Turn down the volume if you're at work or in class.

Christmas Party

Conk's work put on an enjoyable Christmas party on Saturday. Although I spent the first half of the night worrying that my dress was far too short, I had a great time. The company is quite a generous one: Return cab fare was paid, employees received gift certificates to the LCBO, there was a decent band, and the bar was open. I learnt that ceasars are also very good with gin, instead of vodka.
This was our first outing with Conk's work, kind of a big step, for me, at least.

Missing: Picture of Constance

There used to be a pretty picture of a very pretty girl, happily kept in my wallet.

It stayed there when love was young, gone, and back again.

Months ago, the picture went away.

I'll have it back now, karma permitting.

Tags: lost&found, ksavo, kslog