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Alberta, Beakerhead, Calgary, Canada, community, Diana Schwenk, Hump Day Chronicles, life, living in the moment, Tourist in my own city
AS OF 2:22AM LOCAL TIME, it is now fall. And the weatherman promises a summer-like day in the 20s Celsius, or for my neighbours to the south, the low 70s Fahrenheit.
I’ve squeezed out every last drop of summer in the last couple of weeks.
Every weekend, every evening that was warm and sunny, I was out there wearing that summer dress, wearing those shorts and tees, wearing those flip-flops as if it were the last time I would be able to do so.
There were some chilly days too. Days where I grudgingly pulled a pair of socks out of the drawer and paired them with closed-toe shoes. Like on September 13 when me and my colleagues represented Oxford House at Recovery Day.
It’s hard to believe that it was a hot 27c/81f the day before the event. It was so chilly that Sunday, but the warmth and welcoming attitude of the good folks who attended the Recovery Day event made up for the chilled-to-the-bone rain.
The following weekend, Calgary hosted Beakerhead – a unique event that is a crossroads of art, science and engineering. The weekend’s weather was sunny and warm and worthy of Diana’s Stamp of Approval!
And over on 17th Avenue…
When walking through those clouds, one’s movements elicits musical sounds.
See that homeless man on the left with his arms reaching up? His movements created a StarTrek like futuristic musical concert.
When I walked through, it sounded like the worst Blackberry alarm-waking sound ever! But I deserved it, I did sort of just haphazardly march through the clouds.
Another favourite park of mine is located beside the Dr. Carl Safran building on 13th Avenue.
I missed the opportunity to get a few shots of two people who were doing handstands and cartwheels – they were amazingly athletic!
But I did capture the following shots:
A group of twenty-somethings who live near the park brought drums and games and muffins and coffee so that they could meet their neighbours and create a sense of community.
How cool is that??
They will be back next Sunday and the Sunday after that for more opportunities to connect with locals.
Yes. Today is the first day of fall. But the weatherman promises temperatures in the 20s. And I will continue to grab every opportunity to wear sundresses, shorts and tees and flip-flops until such time when pulling out socks from the drawer and wearing closed-toe shoes becomes a full-time requirement.
Until then, a few more pictures from my neighbourhood.
~ HUMP DAY CHRONICLES ~
How are you spending your last days of summer-like weather?
Minuscule Moments said:
As I shiver in a cool spring day here and wonder where the sun has gone. I am delighted to share in your day Diana. The warmer weather will bring us out of our cocoon and I hope we can get a little vitamin D soon too.
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dianasschwenk said:
Here’s hoping you get a fair share of S U N soon Kath! ❤
Diana xo
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roughwighting said:
So nice to meet you, and through this post, I feel like I even KNOW you. 🙂 I live in New England now, and yesterday it reached 70 degrees F – perfect. But I woke up this morning to 45 degrees!! My mood plummets because like you, I love the summer days of long walks, bbq’s, and running under the sprinkler with my little grandkids. To more summery Fall days ahead.
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dianasschwenk said:
So nice to meet you too roughwighting and welcome to TALKTODIANA! I used to take it way harder than I do now when summer ended. I really do try to see the good, and enjoy every moment of every season now. Yesterday, I sat on my balcony with a good friend wearing slippers and a light sweater, enjoying the warmth of the sun on my face… ❤
Diana xo
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roughwighting said:
Ahhh. Remind me every once in awhile of what to like about the upcoming winter season, okay? 🙂
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stuffitellmysister said:
Our fall mornings and evenings are in the 60’s, but still 90’s during the day…so we are getting closer to real fall. But in the meantime…..we will let it be summer. Great shots. You are adorbs♡
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dianasschwenk said:
Perfect temperatures to sleep with one’s window open Paula! Yes, let’s let it be summer for now. ❤
Diana xo
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earthriderjudyberman said:
Diana … I love walking thru your neighborhoods with you. That sound cloud is so cool. I wish we had one here. Beautiful photos. Revel in your socklessness and flip flops while you can. I wear socks and closed shoes all year round – and I live in Florida. Yes, I’m the odd ball. 😉
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dianasschwenk said:
Wow, don’t you get really hot Judy. Florida is so humid ta boot! I still wore flip flops today – yay! ❤
Diana xo
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earthriderjudyberman said:
What I get is looks questioning my sanity because I also wear jeans, not shorts, year round. 😉
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dianasschwenk said:
Maybe you don’t overheat?? As long as you are comfortable my friend. 🙂
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earthriderjudyberman said:
I mind the heat horribly, but I’d rather not wear shorts. 😉
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dianasschwenk said:
Oh no – that’s not good, summer dress? They’re actually cooler. 😉
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earthriderjudyberman said:
I can’t remember the last time I wore a dress. 😉
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dianasschwenk said:
Dress shopping time!
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Wendy L. Macdonald said:
Diana, I love the tree-lined street in your pictures. I’m sad to see summer leave, but I won’t miss the drought we had or the smoke from distant forest fires. Every season has its goodness. Our plans are to get out this sunny weekend to a local nature park—I can’t wait. 🙂
Blessings & hugs ~ Wendy
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dianasschwenk said:
ahh lovely. Enjoy your weekend in the park. ❤
Diana xo
It's supposed to be 11c here tomorrow 😦
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Wendy L. Macdonald said:
Thank you, Diana. I was able to get some bird pictures at one of the parks. Hugs.
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cyclingrandma said:
Looks great. I so have to get there one of these days.
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dianasschwenk said:
Yes. You. Do. Lisa. Can’t wait to show you around! ❤
Diana xo
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Deb Weyrich-Cody said:
Hey Diana: ). Not sure if this good or bad, but they’re predicting a VERY strong El Niño this year…
https://eos.org/articles/noaa-predicts-strong-el-nio
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dianasschwenk said:
Ha! well I don’t know if it’s good or bad either but it is what it is and we’ll have to deal with whatever it is when it happens, right? 😉
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Deb Weyrich-Cody said:
Yes, you’re right unfortunately…
Meanwhile, wear ’em if you got ’em!
(Your shorts, that is; ) I am loving the weather this week! (It was kinda nasty last week, but we’re back above normal and sunny with a “humidex rating” today! WooHoo!! : )
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Jean said:
I just returned from a few days with family and friends in Toronto. It’s a tad warmer there, but not much. Here, in Calgary the trees are turning colour yellow faster compared to there. 😦 Like you, I’m revelling in shorts, skorts as much as I can (or my legs can stand it).
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dianasschwenk said:
We are summer sisters!
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Jean said:
🙂
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joannerambling said:
I think my brain is frozen with the cold and that is why I can’t think of anything to say about this bloody great post,
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dianasschwenk said:
haha thanks I think you managed it anyway! ❤
Diana xo
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Chatter Master said:
Like you Diana I’m squeezing in summer drops of activity and fun. I do love fall though. My absolute favorite time of the year. It’s like summer, but crispy. 🙂
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dianasschwenk said:
Fall was my favourite in Montreal because the heat and humidity of summer was stifling. But here in the west with the dryer climate, I rather love the heat of summer Colleen. ❤
Diana xo
Glad you're enjoying your crispy summer fall. 🙂
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markbialczak said:
I love your neighborhood, your sundresses and your tee’s, and the sound clouds of Beakerhead, Diana. How cool? Very, my friend. Indeed! I played golf in my shorts and short-sleeve shirt on Tuesday. Nice! Photos coming on Wednesday. I’m squeezing the last of the season here, too. No falling leaves yet. Hooray, hurrah. We’ll get ours, though, won’t we? ❤
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dianasschwenk said:
Yes your turn is coming Mark, albeit later. Just one of the perks of living below the 49th. Looking forward to your joyful golfing shots! ❤
Diana xo
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elizabeth2560 said:
Enjoying the spring over here 🙂
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dianasschwenk said:
I don’t blame you Elizabeth! Breathe it in. Feel the sun on your face. ❤
Diana xo
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Healing Grief said:
Those clouds are amazing! That would be fun to hear them. So here is what I will do for you Diana, send me over all your dresses and I will wear them as we head into spring and Summer! That way it will still feel like you are there ha.. 🙂 Great photos.
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dianasschwenk said:
haha Karen, you’re so selfless! 😀 ❤
Diana xo
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Jennifer's Journal said:
Diana, you have been oh.. so.. busy! Great photos too.
We have been enjoying summer weather here too, and I’m in no hurry to see it leave yet. Heading out the door now for a walk while the sun sets. 🙂
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dianasschwenk said:
Oh? If we’re real fortunate, we’ll be seeing those sun set shots over at your blog?? ❤
Diana xo
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Jennifer's Journal said:
🙂 Listen, I already told you your room here is ready and waiting! What else can I do but show you pictures? xo
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dianasschwenk said:
Man, one day Jennifer, one day. 🙂
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Wyrd Smythe said:
It’s been a weird mixture of hot and chilly here for over a month. Stop sending that Canadian weather down here! XD
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dianasschwenk said:
No. I don’t want it. You can have it Smitty LOL! 🙂
Diana xo
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Wyrd Smythe said:
You’re very kind, but it doesn’t really match any of my outfits, and it’s not really my size, so, really, you should keep it. XD
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dianasschwenk said:
Well I see your point, but you take it!
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Wyrd Smythe said:
But I’m allergic. And it’s against my religion. Plus it’s against the condo rules, so I really can’t.
Maybe they might like it in Texas? Yeah, that’s it; send it to Texas!
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dianasschwenk said:
Ok Texas it is, but I’m putting your name as the sender!
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Wyrd Smythe said:
[gasp] Are you sure that’s according to Canadian Postal Legal Code? You could get your stamp-licking privileges revoked!
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dianasschwenk said:
No, I’m good as long as I don’t commit postal crimes in Canada. Thanks for your concern though…you may lose your privileges… 😉
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Deb Weyrich-Cody said:
Actually, by the look of this – I’ll post it here again, just for you because you’re whinging about “our” weather – and because it’s actually coming from YOUR side of the border, lol; ). https://eos.org/articles/noaa-predicts-strong-el-nio
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Wyrd Smythe said:
It starts off, “This winter could bring warmer temperatures to northern states…” so it’s sort of the opposite of what we’re talking about. Totally in favor of warmer weather, though!
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russtowne said:
I’m glad you squeezed so much joy out of your summer, Diana. I have no doubt you’ll do the same with Autumn.
Russ xo
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dianasschwenk said:
I will try Russ – thank You! ❤
Diana xo
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chuckhar said:
Good one
Sent from my Samsung device
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dianasschwenk said:
Thanks Chuck and welcome to TALKTODIANA! ❤
Diana xo
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Don said:
Have a wonderful Autumn Diana. So enjoyed your post – a great introduction to autumn which I’m so looking forward too. 🙂
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dianasschwenk said:
I know you are Don, I hope you get some snow in the winter too to “enjoy!” too haha ❤
Diana xo
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Nurse Kelly said:
I’m with you on squeezing every drop out of summer! I hate to see it go every year! But I’m okay with fall now…just not good with transitions. Lovely photos!
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dianasschwenk said:
Thanks Kelly. I’m ok with fall too. Winter is a killer for me though! ❤
Diana xo
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Nurse Kelly said:
I agree – up until Christmas and then it needs to go! But let’s not think that far ahead!
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dianasschwenk said:
Agreed. Living in the moment. 😉
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vanbytheriver said:
Embrace Autumn, Diana, I’m so glad to have these last days in the 80’s and 90’s, that dip to lows in the 50’s overnight. Breathing weather. ☺ There is something so comforting about being able to sleep with a blanket. We did have an exceptionally dry and sunny summer here in the northeast U.S. I ran out of sunscreen, just in time. Lovely pictures on your post. ❤️
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dianasschwenk said:
We maybe had three days that were too hot to sleep Van. Honestly I could live in summer 12 months per year, if I had my way! ❤
Diana xo
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vanbytheriver said:
So many would agree with you, Diana. Hence, the popularity of Florida and Arizona as retirement destinations. I’d miss the 4 seasons. ☺
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dianasschwenk said:
Where could I live that the 4 seasons would be 3 months each I wonder…. you know instead of winter running Oct to May some years!
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Louise Gallagher said:
Everything about you speaks of community Diana! Beautiful!
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dianasschwenk said:
Thank you Louise, the same is true of you! ❤
Diana xo
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jmgoyder said:
Some of this post wouldn’t upload visually, but I get the gist, Diana and you are a wonder to me. Thank you for your friendship and your creative view. xx
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dianasschwenk said:
aww thanks Julie, feel the same way about you! ❤
Diana xo
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