Greetings from a foreign city!
There's so much going on that It's extremely difficult to keep updating especially with the lack of a laptop. Thankfully I have now found a charger and I am back in the game.
So my twin and I were supposed to go to Nigeria this summer and rest and maybe work a bit. But generally, just have fun. But plans changed ridiculously and in true Twin fashion. We both got offered summer internships in the same company in Montreal. Don't ask! lol.
So that's what we've been doing... Moving. We sold everything in our house in Ottawa and are thrilled to now be living in an apartment. Who needed ALL that space. So happy now. No need lean extra rooms and all that jazz. We got an apartment in the heart of downtown Montreal for summer and I'm so excited. Down the road from my house is EVERYTHING! Like I can even see the Escada store from my window. Given that Montreal is the Fashion Capital of Canada, I'm extremely excited to what this will mean for my sense of style. The bad part is that only the way to and from work, I pass ALL the stores and invariably, I shop EVERYDAY! The temptation is too great and that "SOLDES" sign is just too tempting. And when I see "Rabais Additionnel", I know there's no turning back. In case you didn't know, Montreal is in the FRENCH-SPEAKING province of Quebec Canada. As such, everything is in french. Nope. I do NOT speak french but that's fine because almost everyone here in bilingual. The movies at the cinema are even ALL in English. I am learning French.
I'm about to buckle up and take the ride of my life in this experience. God has been good and all these blessings are much appreciated.
Oh yea. #TGIF 2moro!
It is the St Catherine's Side Walk Sale this weekend. Streets are literally closed to traffic so that stores can sell things. I shall go mad with shopping. HELP!
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| I'm definitely taking my Ottawa leap to new heights. My most risque attempt yet. lol. Who needs planking when you can leap. lol |
Yours Truantly,
Ij
10 comments:
Hahahahahh Ottawa Leap!! I remember that summer! Wow u and ifie got jobs in same company?? Hoooooooooooooooooooowwwww???
So happy for you and your twin.
Really who needs planking when you can leap....leap with joy.
awwwwww
so happy for you guys
calm down with the shopping though!!!!
i LOOOOVE montreal, the hustle and bustle appeals to me, i plan to settle there once im done with school in Ottawa.
J'adore Catherine, that street wont be the death of me
Love to ifie
I used to live in Montreal and boy do I miss that city. Summer side walk sale, Jazz festival, Carribana, fireworks fest and many more. Summer brings out the best of Montreal.
I use to live on De Maisonneuve and my office was at McGill University so I understand passing the shops daily. When it got so bad I changed my route via Sherbrooke Street, items are a bit pricy there and since I couldn’t afford to shop anyhow my cards and cash stayed in my wallet.
My bf and I will be visiting next year; apparently he wants to see “my old stomping ground” and I can’t wait to show him. Amusez-vous and take it easy with the shopping.
Gee::: It's a twin thing b! lol! Ask the main G up there. loool
Lara::: Thanks so much. And yes oh! Planking you have support at least. leaping..hmm..it's you and the elements. lol! jokes!
BBB:::: yes b! Like.. hmmm... I don't even want to think about. Scheww. I'm finished lol.. At least my resources are.
Anon::: You totally get it. OMG! You totally do. I live off peel so I pass by maisoneuve every single day. I go to Central Station though so that's the only reasonable route without going on a merry-go round.LOL. You actually hit the nail on the head. And yes to visiting. It will be amazing for you guys. I missed the Jazz fest bought I caught the Caribana. Tips please? On places to go, things to do. Let me know. Thanks for your comment.
~x~
Bob Ij,
It’s me anon 3.36. Check out this link on summer fest in Montreal. http://montreal.com/tourism/festivals/index.html.
Other places to visit are La Ronde (Canadian version of Six flags), Parc Safari in Hemmingford if you love animals. You will need a car for the safari cos it is outside Montreal.
Botanical Gardens, Montreal Planetarium, Insectarium and Montreal Biodome if you are into Nature Museum.
Old Montreal for the fireworks festival and West Island for sightseeing.
Verdun. I use to live there with my cousin and I must say that downtown Montreal is a bit overrated. The waterfront area is beautiful and the residents normally have mini festivals during the summer. All you need is your bus pass, take the green line towards Angrignon and stop at de l'eglise station. Take bus 58 heading west towards LaSalle Boulevard get off on LaSalle Boulevard/Richard. Be sure to take your camera cos the view there is breathtaking.
One more thing, grab a copy of community contact, the Caribbean newspaper, most of the West Indies countries celebrate their independence during the summer. I must confess that I only go cos of food.
wow, u and ur twin in same company? enjoy ur summer
Congratulations beautiful! You're always on one adventure or another. Enjoy Montreal!
i would love to live in any french speaking place. i speak french...almost fluent and it's currently one of my minors. will help me a lot in mastering the language.
are you guys identical twins?(i'm assuming the twin is a girl.)
This is incredible! Yes to change :) enjoy your time..Montreal is the bizniz, good city, electric but chilled out vibe, and you'll get to enjoy their H&M and F21 since ottawa's been slacking!
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