my 'do

baby its cold outside!

Mama, it's cold outside!

Don't I look awesome in my new winter coat?

We went out today wearing our warm winter coats.

No more wool coats and naked doggies!

yes -brrr its finally winter over here now.

Its about time right?

so time for coats of down and berber linings (that fuzzy lining)

They have salted the sidewalks so much at our building I almost thought about getting Lola some winter booties, but then her and I both agreed that that would be total insanity!

She is a terrier and has a little wirey coat, so she actually requires

her new plaid coat. Her sweater doesnt have a hood like this one does.

Plus if she is the dog of a fashionista, she must dress the part.

The other day we met "Nola" and she was wearing a powder pink

bubble coat with snaps, Lola thought it was lame -so did I.

And "Nola"? she was trying SO hard to be LOLA.

We also ran into a scruffy little dog and he was wearing

a colbalt blue fleece Paul Frank hoodie, nice for Fall weather, but not suitable

for the -10 icy elements today.

Nor as chic.

Lola and I are actually anti-Burberry right now as they still use fur in their lines,

but we hope they realize soon that fur is not cool or fashionable.

Burberry continues to use fur in its designs despite the fact that leading clothing retailers like Selfridges, Harvey Nichols, Ann Taylor, Polo Ralph Lauren, and others have pulled fur from their stores forever.

http://www.bloodyburberry.com/

"When plaid goes bad"

Ok I promised to keep this light and friendly!

sorry folks!

I also told Dave this year I should try to attempt to go full out vegetarian

as I care so much for my animal friends.

eitherway, I will be called a hypocrite or a Uber hippy. Whats the nicer of the 2?

I have gone 4 years without major fastfood chains (a $20 bet/joke started in college)

Anyway, I will try and report the progress here at the Pblog. Maybe that will help.

For my brown belt karate training I went a year without

ice cream, all types of cheese and all pizza! -yes pizza. Ok and all junk food.

I guess the Guinness made up for my stressful diet though? ha!

Somehow I got to a size 4 through diet and insane training.

But I can honestly say that I felt amazing and it worked wonders cutting out garbage.

New year, back to all that good stuff. (but more veggie pizza's though for sure!)

Ok back to peta, yes I have been bashed for supporting them in the past, and I DO find their methods a tad on the extreme side, but if you watch the below you will see why fur is awful.

I used to work with it and also with leather (aka: "skins") and have seen enough rabbit pelts and pig skin to make anyone sick.

http://www.bloodyburberry.com/videos.asp

enjoy!

Welcome Gianluca!

CONGRATULATIONS STEPH AND BEN!

WE ARE SO HAPPY TO HEAR THE GREAT NEWS!

Gianluca Hubbard, arrived two days overdue on Steph's birthday Nov 28th.

Miraculously, Steph was only in labour for 6 1/2 hours and he arrived at 9:25am (which is the same time Steph was born!) weighing 8lbs 9oz. He's absolutely beautiful and we know you will love him to bits.

We can't wait to meet you and visit your proud Mom & Dad!

Lots of love, P&D

Little Lola

It has been decided that Lola's birthday will take place this Christmas eve

December 24th.

She will turn 4years old.

Even though we are not sure just how old she is.

But her teeth are pretty white, so she is apx 3 years old.

Last year was our first year with her but we were in Edmonton so we were unable to celebrate Christmas with her and couldn't figure out the best date for her birthday.

We also don't know when her REAL birthday is so we thought that because she is a rescued dog that her life has become somewhat of a miracle in the making, so christmas eve being the "happiest" time of the year will suit the little snuggler just fine.

Congrats brandt!

Congrats Brandt on your new job!

Too bad we all couldn't get together here in Toronto when you were down for your short trip, but we will be in Ottawa next week -for a small visit!

I hope Leroy is ready to see his beloved playmate Lola!

We should all go to Bark & Fitz and grab a big stiff starbucks coffee

-would that be yuppie enough for you gov't man?

I always wondered who actually reads the pblog, besides Brent bugging me for the Crannie wedding pics --yes they will be posted tomorrow...they need some "re-touching"

Readers, please feel free to post comments of what you are "waiting" to hear about.

I'm not that psychic!

Kim in the city

It was wonderful to see you after all the crazy busy years Kim!

Its amazing that we got to share this small window of time to do such mad shopping and talkin!

You are like a big sis to me, thank you for all of your deep love and understanding.

I will miss your skinny yoga butt prancin around my town!

I also look forward to takin you to all the good places again

anytime you want on your "next" trip!

xoxoxoxoxoxoxooxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo

a night in the hammer

Since we now live in Mississauga (shudder) its been a long time since I've had to drive only a small 1/4 of my total daily drive back to Hamilton. My aunt and uncle were in Hamilton for a wedding so I went to meet them for dinner. It was nice to drive again, its been so long, but man I dont miss it. Well I love driving, but not every single day for over 80kms. Urgh all that driving for what? work? thats just crazy nonsense. No wonder I easily gained 1olbs and am just now destressing and trying to lose that evil 10lbs as we speak. I'm sure glad we moved to be closer to Haggar...urgh enough for now I digress.

I made it to Hamilton in a giant rainstorm and there were 2 accidents, but no biggie I made it there in under an hour. The visitors were late anyway. I guess it runs in the family hahah

We had a great time with Auntie Cathy & Uncle Jim in the wonderful world of the hammer.....!
It was a fun time had by all at the swanky 1970's mafia Sirloin Cellar and then at the fine old WESTOWN pub...! There was a live band and we even ran into the wedding party! crazy.

It was fun to just relax with a nice dinner and plenty of wine! Too bad I drank so much.

Afterwards they were going to Ottawa to see the sights. Then to Montreal to see Cara. And then Halifax...for the heck of it! It is their first time out in eastern Canada....I hope they love it as much as I do. and I hope to see MORE of my relatives one day soon!

Actually my cousin Kim will be here on Thursday for a short visit!

Its going to be great to see her and show her around! She is also visiting her girlfriend as well...lets hope the weather cooperates and we can actually go to niagara falls?!?! brrr...!

To Crannie with love...

To Crannie with love,

PBLOG xoxoxoxoXXXxxx

middle finger salute

Ummm --no comment here.

death of a boombox

It is with much regret and giant sorrow to Dave's brother Robb that his wicked slick 1990's boombox has died and was transported to the Charlton avenue curb this past August.

rock on!

Its amazing that we can now fit "most" of our cd collection onto a teeny tiny nano.
Weird isn't it.
I think its a shame...I mean...its just not as cool and or slick to carry a little nano on your shoulder....right?

I think its lame to even carry it on your arm...with mac armband?

thats not cool.

And plugged into headphones? why, no one can hear your music.
Unless you want ear damage. Urgh...

I remember in my high school english class this guy used to walk out and turn on his favorite new TAPE:
TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES...
t-u-r-t-l-e power
t-u-r-t-l-e power
it was odd, but funny as hell...

Anyway thats just my favorite boombox experience of all time...

I know that Dave was sad to let the boombox be taken away by some mysterious Hamilton person(s)....but they too will realize that the boombox died along with acid wash and their tigercats.

two cats a dog and a staircase

The trouble bunch!

All the ladies in the house whatcha gonna do???

From left: Maui, Mom, Patti, Lola, & Kelsie Chiles=we rule...boys drool!!!

Chinese moon festival!

ALL YOU CAN EAT MOON CAKES!!! WOW WHAT A DREAM COME TRUE!!!
How we ended up at a chinese buffet is beyond me, but MAN did we have a fun time!!!

k the guest clerk

Kelsie went to the hammer for a tough work day as guest student law clerk at DMC's firm!
Check out her big sisters velvet ensemble! woowee! Now she see's how hard DMC and the SH team actually work --oops!

Kelsie & mom's Thanksgiving visit

It was great to see you both!!! We sure had a great time with you!!!

220 B RD W -2 view

pblog Dear World, series 1:

220 B RD W

Urban,
cosmopolitan,
as diverse and exciting as the City of Toronto that lies beside it.

Citygate is well-positioned to take advantage of all its many amenities.

Rising on Burnhamthorpe Road West at Duke of York Boulevard across from Mississauga City Hall, Citygate's 2 magnificent 35-storey towers, with their striking symmetry and articulated cascade design - virtually all glass - will make a distinctive addition to the city skyline.

The outstanding array of condominiums, two-storey lofts and penthouses at Citygate offer an opportunity and lifestyle that very few can resist?

Lola time!

Finally I get to spend time with my little girl.....

the view from above

Here's a shot from one of our 2 balconies.
Come on, how often can anyone state that they have not 1 but 2 balconies?

We can.

Jealous? come visit them.

The sun was setting and it actually happened to be still clear out at around 7pm.
The smog was light on Wednesday night.
Not sure why, but I can't complain.

Because we face east we get a killer sunrise,
which I think is prettier anyway...what a nice way to start the day!
...and it is great to dash outside and look out across around 5 miles to the lake before the smog shows up.

The pets love it here and now can sit in the sun all day as our office window starts from the floor up to the ceiling. We are refusing to put up curtains in the sunny office,
so I will try not to run around in my pink pj's too often...you never know who may be watchin.

All those misc urban dwellers out there in the other towers sittin there in their finest, nothin better to do but create myspace sites and drink the night away listening to pixies.