Sunday September 12, 2004
I did walk to the Arboretum. In the afternoon. The weather was mildish but pleasant with the sun sneaking behind the clouds once in a while and a nice breeze making the leaves rustle a bit.
I have no idea how far I walked, but I found a nice shaded bench near the wildlife garden (I think that's what it was called...) upon which I sat and reflected on things and then read a bit of a book that's proven to be more fun to read than I thought it would. Tales of an Empty Cabin. by Grey Owl.
I recommend it heartily to any Canadian who enjoys the outdoors and historical accounts of life 3/4 of a century ago. Some interesting predictions and perspectives regarding Canada's natural resources and the preservation of same. The author has been described as Canada's first naturalist. More interesting is the fact that the same concerns are being voiced some 70 years after the book was first published.
Maybe more people should have read the book earlier?
After a walk back to the apartment and some dinner, I am just about done in. I think I'll try to call my kids before the night is over though. (SHHH... don't warn them!)
And then, another try at a solid nights' sleep.