My Birthday Girl

Another Drive Me Wild blurb for all my emotionless!h lovers out there! I hope you enjoy!! <3 I truly did not know how to end this but oh well, she’s cute anyways :’)

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Chocolate covered strawberries.

They’re Y/n’s favorite — the snack she always asks him to make for her on special occasions, and even on her lowest days does he find her craving the sweet treat, an unbelievably easy way to her heart.

So here he is, dipping fresh strawberries in melted chocolate on the morning of her birthday. Their flat is silent as Y/n sleeps in their bedroom, Harry borderline exhausted as he is now on his third hour of being awake, his second cup of coffee already brewing beside him.

But his excitement is stronger than his lack of sleep as he runs through the day in his head, a small smile toying on his lips for everything he has planned for her. After their morning spent in bed, he arranged a picnic for them to go on at their local park — the basket already prepared and filled with cheese and crackers, wine and grapes — tickets for an immersive art exhibit she’d been begging for him to take her to, and a reservation to Y/n’s favorite Italian restaurant later tonight.

He wanted to make her birthday something she’d never forget, simply because this is the first birthday they’ll be spending together and he doesn’t want to screw it up. But also because last night, Y/n had told him that she had spent her last four birthdays alone, and something about that small confession was enough for him to nearly tear his own heart out.

It’s been eating him up all morning — thinking about how sad she must have felt on the days she was supposed to be her happiest. Surely, he’s been through that feeling practically his entire life… but something about Y/n spending her birthdays alone physically pains him to think about.

His stomach twists and churns whenever his thoughts wander off to Y/n sitting at her favorite restaurant, celebrating at a table for one with a glass of wine and a cup of ice cream, with nobody for her to talk to. And for him to fathom the idea of her going home to an empty house and an even emptier bed, ending her night without receiving a single happy birthday text, as if it were no different than any other day, makes his chest cave into a pit of guilt for not being the one there with her.

He knows it’s not his fault, but there’s nobody else to blame and he’d much rather take the fall than for her to ever blame herself (which she already does — another confession that had also slipped out to him last night). He frowns a bit at the remembrance.

And the emotional turmoil his body undergoes thinking about her past makes him ache being so far away from her now. So he finishes the last couple of strawberries in a haste, swaps the batch he made earlier with the new batch out from the refrigerator, and plates the chocolate covered strawberries on a floral serving tray.

With one last look around the kitchen, he makes his way into their bedroom.

He smiles softly as he enters, Y/n snuggled with the covers under her chin, soft snores falling with each breath she takes, as beautiful as ever in her dream state.

He places the tray of chocolate covered strawberries quietly against the nightstand, careful not to wake her just yet, before sitting down on the bed beside her legs. He reaches his hand out to pet through her hair, watching as her nose scrunches and eyes blink open beneath his touch.

He leans down to kiss her, his lips resting gently on her forehead as he continues to run his fingers through her hair, growing a hint of a smile when she huffs and puffs to her morning wake.

He removes his lips from her skin, sitting himself back up to admire the view. It never fails to amaze him just how stunning she truly is. No matter the time of day or the mood she’s in, no matter how done up or how done down, she always manages to take his breath away and make him fall more in love.

She pouts tiredly at him, her eyes blinking as they adjust to the light. And he pouts back at her, his fingers rubbing at the edge of her jawline back and forth softly. “I’m so sorry, pretty, but I missed you.”

She softens a little at his words, her cheeks turning pink beneath his touch. “I missed you, too.”

He smiles a bit as he continues petting her, the silence between them affectionate and comfortable. And she pushes herself deeper into his touch, in absolute bliss.

“Happy birthday, my love.”

She hums, in awe at just how perfect he is. His chest is on display for her to see, his tattoos prominent against his skin and begging for attention. And his face… so soft, so sweet, so precious… she wants it all to herself, all day long.

“Why do you look so good right now?” She frowns, her oozing with lust as they soak him in. It feels as if she’s seeing him for the first time all over again.

“Shaved for you.” He leans down to kiss at her lips once, twice, three times before he sits up again, his expression blank but his eyes full of love. “For later.”

She whines, her hands gripping his arm and pulling him back down to her, the sight of him no longer enough as her watering mouth finds its home against his cheek. “How about for now?”

She’s being greedy and she knows it, but who could ever blame her? It’s her birthday and her only wish is for him to fill all of her senses, to hold her close until she’s in a world that belongs to just the two of them, to touch every single part of him.

Her lips are persistent against him, her fingers in his hair as she kisses and kisses and kisses the soft and smooth skin. And Harry indulges himself in her affections, enjoying it all too well even though it should be him drowning her with love.

“But I made you breakfast.” He tries, his walls crumbling as his voice wavers between his words because of course he’d rather be doing this, but today is about spoiling her rotten, not the other way around.

“How could I possibly want breakfast when you’re right here, shirtless and all clean shaven?” Her teeth graze at his jaw, as if taking a bite of him, growling at his taste. “So scrumptious right in front of me.”

His breath falters and weakens at her touch, the breath of her words sending a chill down his spine he can’t seem to shake off. And curse her for being so irresistible and knowing exactly what he likes, he never fails to give into her in a heartbeat. “But I made your favorite.”

“So that’s a no to morning birthday sex?” She raises her eyebrow at him, pulling away from him and stilling her movements.

“Absolutely not.” He argues plainly, gently pushing her back onto the mattress, his blank and nearly cold expression making her chest jump from within her. She loves how much he loves her beneath it all.

He strokes her cheek with the back of his finger, his lips linear and eyes darkening with endearment, admiring every inch of her face. And she can recognize that look anywhere — he’s going to make a mess out of her.

He reaches over to the night stand, grabbing one of the chocolate covered strawberries and dangling it over her mouth. “Just one bite for me.”

She opens her mouth for a taste, pushing herself up on her elbows to reach, craning her neck. But right before she could sneak a bite, Harry pulls it away from her, making her head tilt in confusion as he looks at her with hesitation.

Rather, he opens his own mouth, his teeth lodging into the stem end of the berry, ready for her to take. And he leans back down, Y/n’s eyes glistening at the idea as she meets him halfway. Her teeth sink into the hardened chocolate and through the juicy fruit, her lips meshing with his along the way. And they both let out a moan at the feel and taste of it, never having done anything quite like this before.

Harry leans back with the fruit stuck between his teeth, eyes fixating on her for just a moment longer before he turns his head and spits the stem onto the ground. And if Y/n wasn’t so infatuated by the filthy sight of it, she’d grimace at the thought of the juice leaving a stain on their perfectly clean hardwood floor… but how could she ever care when he’s about to make his mark on her?

She licks her lips up at him, slowly and seductively, humming at the sweetness.

His eyes darken at the angel splayed in front of him, ready to be touched and ruined by him. And something about the way she wanted this, craved this, starved for this — over the chocolate covered strawberries he had made with love, delivered to her side, ready to be devoured — even when she has it every day, makes him want this so much more… as if it were even possible.

“You just lay back and look pretty.” He instructs, his hand running down the length of her shirt (that’s technically his, but she wears it nearly every single night for bed and it always drives him wild whenever she does) and onto the plush of her thigh.

She squirms into his touch.

“And I will give you everything you ask for, m’birthday girl.”

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Harry’s got his hands over Y/n’s eyes, carefully guiding her toward the kitchen — where he had dedicated his entire morning to make everything look perfect for her — as she giggles and squeals and tries to guess what he could have possibly surprised her with.

He laughs with every other step they take, biting teasingly at her shoulders whenever she makes more guesses, already feeling somewhat accomplished that he’s found a way to make her this happy.

He stops them at the entrance of the kitchen, where he kisses the back of her head. “Okay. Are you ready, baby?”

She nods excitedly, clapping her hands in anticipation. He counts to three, taking a deep breath in before releasing his hands from her eyes and settling them around her waist.

Her jaw drops at the sight of it.

Dozens of baby pink balloons floating around the kitchen, the table full of gifts in pastel colored bags, white streamers hanging from the walls, bouquets of flowers scattered throughout the mix. And never has Y/n seen something so thoughtful or so full of love, she can hardly believe that it’s all for her.

She never knew things like this existed.

“You did all this? For me?”

Harry kisses her head from behind, tightening his arms around her front and squeezing her to him, resting his chin against her shoulder.

His heart sinks whenever she doubts his intentions, always unsettled at the thought of her insecurities fooling her to believe she doesn’t deserve to be loved like this. Because she does and she always will, every day for the rest of her life, and he intends to remind her of that every day for the rest of his.

“Wouldn’t do it for anyone else.”

He gives her one last squeeze before releasing her, allowing her to roam free and look at everything he had to offer. And she seems tentative and wary at first, but with one soft and gentle push from Harry, she makes her way over to what he had laid out for her.

Her eyes dance between the gifts and the decorations, slightly overwhelmed at how much there is… she doesn’t know what to look at first. Everything is just so perfect — beyond anything she could ever imagine and better than anything she’s ever dreamed of.

But something in particular catches her eye — there, set on the middle of the table, are two glasses of mimosas with a note laid before them, reading ‘Cheers to you, my love, for being alive with me.’

Her stomach dances, heart falling at the words he wrote out for her. They’re so simple, yet quite possibly the most beautiful thing she has ever been told. She’ll be sure to smother him with kisses for it later.

She diverts her attention to the gifts, her fingers dance along the pastel bags, ruffling the tissue paper, gleaming at how much thought and time he must have put into everything. Because they are always together — at home, at work, on their days off — and yet he still found a way to make this day as special as he possibly could for her, leaving countless of surprises along the way.

“You spoiled me.”

He leans himself against the counter, his eyes never leaving her. “What kind of boyfriend would I be if I didn’t?” He pauses, then, trying to find the right words. “I know I’m not always the most expressive when it comes to our relationship, so I like to make up for it whenever I can.”

Her lips fall into a pout, watching as her fingers fiddle around the corner of a tissue paper, her heart dropping at the insecurity laced within his words.

It breaks her in two whenever Harry doubts himself, always saddened at the thought of him never feeling good enough in their relationship despite everything he’s done for her. Because he goes above and beyond every single day, in ways she never even knew was possible, and it aches to feel all the weight he burdens himself with.

“H... that’s never something you have to worry about. You’re very expressive towards me.” Her hand falls to her thigh in defeat, her frown sinking deeper. “It kind of breaks my heart that you don’t see that.”

“No.” Harry says instantly, shaking his head as he makes his way towards her, his hands resting at her shoulders to bring her attention back towards him. “No broken hearts today. Just forget I said anything, okay? And instead...” He grabs a particularly small bag up from the sea of gifts, holding it out to her with hopeful and anxious eyes. “Open this.”

She looks up at him, her cheeks flushed and lips twitching into a smile. She grabs it from him slowly, a small and quiet thank you falling from her lips, suddenly shy under his watch.

Her hands shake as they remove the tissue paper from the bag, her eyes curious when they spot a black velvet box laid delicately inside. She reaches for it, placing the gift bag back on the table before looking back up to Harry, trying to read his expression.

She opens the velvet box and feels a certain tug on her heart she’s never once felt before, stuttering at the meaning of it.

“You got us matching rings?”

He nods, rolling his lips between his teeth. It’s his nervous habit — the subtlest form of one but the only external sign he’s in a situation he’s unsure about. But she can’t imagine how he could ever be unsure of something like this… it’s one of the most romantic things he’s ever done for her.

“Look on the inside of them.”

She takes her ring out of the box, gleaming at the silver band for a moment longer before flipping it to its inside, and she gasps again. Engraved with the most perfect cursive writing, read the words forever and always.

“I know how much you love my rings. You’ve made this really cute habit of fiddling with them before bed to help you fall asleep, and — and I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but… I stopped wearing any on my left ring finger once you and I had gotten together.”

She did notice, of course, but she didn’t want to make any assumptions. Especially since she first noticed the morning after their first night together. She was in a trance as she watched his hands work each ring onto his fingers, one by one, precise and confident and effortless. He wasn’t even looking and that’s what made it so much more mesmerizing to her.

But it wasn’t until he reached his left ring finger that he hesitated, his fingertips skimming the skin there, as if in contemplation. And her eyebrows furrowed, even deeper when he proceeded to the next finger as if nothing peculiar had happened at all, the question on the tip of her tongue but swallowed down in seconds.

He hasn’t worn one there ever since.

“I know it’s stupid but, my rings mean a lot to me, you know? They all have their place and their reasons and it just — it felt wrong once you stayed the night because I’ve always had intentions on spending my life with you, I just didn’t think it would ever happen.”

Her eyes water as he speaks, feeling more loved and cherished than she ever has before. And there’s this sense of peace that washes over her knowing that he’s always seen himself with her, even before they had gotten together, because that’s all she had ever seen since the moment she laid eyes on him.

“I just don’t like that it’s so empty when my heart isn’t, so I figured this would be perfect for us.”

Y/n sniffles, holding back a sob as she nods her head. “Yeah, it’s perfect.”

He smiles, his fingers gripping hers before taking the ring from her hand, holding it out to her. And he slips it onto her left ring finger, admiring the way it looks on her and drooling at the idea of them sharing something so sacred and promising together.

He kisses it.

And Y/n doesn’t hesitate to then take his ring out of the box, her stomach fluttering at the intimacy of it all as she slips the silver band on the only empty finger he has. It’s so real — the feeling of it all, seeing a token of his devotion to her out for the whole world to see.

“I love it so much, H.” She whispers, intertwining their hands together. “This is just… so much. All of this and you… it’s all so much. I love you so much.”

He pulls her to him, her lips so close to his he has no choice but to lay a kiss to them. But what was supposed to be slow and delicate ended as a mini makeout session — much like the ones they had in the break room at work, hidden behind closed doors, before they were much of anything besides two people absolutely desperate for each other.

“This is all I wanted.” Y/n whispers between their kisses, referring to the man she’s holding and loving and praising between her arms. “I got everything I wanted.”

Forever and always.

HOW TO SEE TORONTO’S TOP ATTRACTIONS IN 48 HOURS

Toronto's been my home base for the last 4 years. And also while I may not have stepped foot in the city before relocating there in September 2013, I have actually definitely taken my role as a full time tourist pretty seriously in Canada's amusement capitol! Throughout my time in Toronto, I've uncovered a few secret bars, discovered some impressive gluten-free & vegan eats, and also learned the streets inside and out.

Over the past couple of weeks, I've put together a 48-hour itinerary for every one of Toronto's top tourist attractions for first-timers. After showing around my city to a couple of out-of-town visitors, I have my tour guide down pat and I thought I would certainly challenge myself to make this itinerary extremely reliable to maximize your time in Toronto!

I've additionally consisted of some tips concerning Toronto transit passes, essential courtesies as well as various other general Toronto ideas at the end of this post to make your trip a little bit simpler. And there are also some recommendations for some all-day tasks in case you require to plan for a third day in the 6ix.

So without more so long, below's just how you can see Toronto's leading tourist attractions in two days!

A 48-Hour Overview to Toronto's Leading Tourist attractions

Day 1

Starving Musician

Address: 810 University Street

Hours: 9 am-- 6 pm daily

Start your early morning at one of Toronto's brunch staples: Starving Artist. Known for its waffles, you can have a pleasant or savoury breakfast to load you up for your day ahead. My individual favourite is the Starving 4 Waffles covered with strawberries. The gluten-free as well as vegan waffles have a slight banana preference from the banana in the batter, so pleasant garnishes make the ideal pairing! It features fruit as well as your choice of salad or maple-baked beans.

There are also options like chicken and also waffles, or eggs benedict waffles for your omnivorous buddies!

Keep in mind: This is a cash-only facility. $20 is sufficient to cover a solitary morning meal with a coffee. They also have an ATM on website, in case you're like me and forget these points all the time.

Ossington Laneway

Instructions: Starving Artist to Ossington Laneway

Walk time: About 15 minutes

After a filling up breakfast, stroll down one of Toronto's the majority of famous roads- Ossington Method. Lined with attractive store fronts, one-of-a-kind breweries and also regional cafe, the appeal of this method will capture your heart!

Continue down Ossington up until you're virtually at Queen Road. Transform right, and also become the alley between Queen and also Humbert Streets. This is one of Toronto's graffiti treasures. As opposed to dealing with tags with white paint, Toronto police collaborated with the city of Toronto to create attractive street art along the Ossington Laneway! Since then, it's come to be the very best spot to see promising street musicians in Toronto!

Queen Street West

After scoping out Ossington Laneway as well as breaking some pictures, proceed East along Queen Road West. With a lot of special secondhand as well as document shops, delicious restaurants, the beautiful Trinity Bellwoods Park, and enjoyable road art, it's the best method to connect with the neighborhood Toronto scene. A few of my favorite shops are The Paper Area (straight throughout from Trinity Bellwoods park), Mother Loves Vintage, Black Market, as well as Anthropologie (not a Toronto business, however this particular area is stunning)!

Graffiti Street

Instructions: Ossington Laneway to Graffiti Street

Stroll time: About 20 minutes

As you proceed roaming down Queen Street West, take a mild detour at Portland Street (at the Loblaws) to Hurry Lane, the street way running beside Queen Street. The whole alleyway is lined with some of the city's finest graffiti! And it's so iconic to Toronto thanks to Canadian comic Rick Mercer who would certainly film his political tirades in these alleys.

Khao San Road

Address: 11 Charlotte Road (instructions from Graffiti Street right here).

Hours: Monday- Saturday 11:30 -2:30 pm and 5-10 pm; Sunday 5-10 pm.

As soon as you have your fill of Instagram-worthy images from Graffiti Street, make your means over to Khao San Roadway for some scrumptious gluten-free and vegan Thai food! Unlike a lot of Thai dining establishments, who have shrimp paste in many things, Khao San Road has actually committed gluten-free as well as vegan menus with a lot of choices.

I highly suggest their gluten-free and also vegan fresh rolls as a starter. They're packed with carrot, lettuce, thai basil, mint, and fresh baked peanuts covered in rice paper, as well as a chilli tamarind dipping sauce! They likewise have a broad variety of curries, noodle as well as signature meals for mains. I went with the vegan green curry (gaeng kaew wan) when I went and I was not disappointed.

If you're fatigued of flavor, don't worry- you can choose anywhere between non-spice (0) and melt your challenge (11 ).

City Hall.

Instructions: Khao San Road to Town Hall.

Walk time: Little under 20 mins.

After refuelling with some tasty Thai food, make your way back approximately Queen Street West and also continue strolling eastern up until you struck the row of food vendors aligned beyond Nathan Phillips Square, also called the balcony beyond Toronto's Town hall!

During the summer months, the structure has a gorgeous water feature before the iconic multicoloured Toronto indication. And also once the city ices up over in cold weather, you can rent skates for $10 simply outside the rink! And in case you're questioning what the attractive structure next door is, it's Toronto's old city hall!

Eaton Centre.

Instructions: Town Hall to Eaton Centre.

Stroll time: 4 mins.

Found at the crossways of Queen Street West and also the longest street in The United States and Canada, Yonge Road, the Eaton Centre is Toronto's only downtown shopping mall. If you remain in Toronto throughout the ramp up to the holidays, it's most definitely worth appearing even just to see the mall's decorations!

Fun fact: The Eaton Centre was named after Eaton's department store, which was once Canada's largest outlet store. The chain store and also its catalogue played such an essential function in Canadian background, that it's memory lives on in among Canada's most well well-known children's tales: The Hockey Coat by Roch Provider.

Yonge-Dundas Square.

As soon as you walk through the Eaton Centre, you can exit on the main degree into Yonge-Dundas Square. Called Toronto's "Times Square," the square holds many concerts, demonstrations, buskers as well as-- naturally-- signboards. While it might not be as huge as Times Square, it's most definitely worth the stop off.

Kensington Market.

Directions: Yonge-Dundas Square to Kensington Market.

Stroll time: About 20 minutes.

Continue West along Dundas Road up until you strike Spadina Opportunity and also you'll strike Kensington Market! Situated in the heart of Chinatown, this hip area is recognized for its fusion food, street art, buskers, cheap consumes, pre-owned clothing stores, and funky bars!

Insect Dining establishment.

Instructions: Kensington Market to Grasshopper.

Walk time: Regarding 6 minutes.

Located nearby from the Northern idea of Kensington Market, Insect Dining establishment is a gluten-free as well as vegan foodie's desire! Start with a scrumptious offering of their sesame french fries, which are deep fried in sesame oil. For a primary, I extremely advise both the miso veggie dish as well as the mushroom 'n rice bowl. They're both unbelievable filling therefore delicious that I can never choose in between the two! (Luckily, my boyfriend wants to get both so we can go halfsies!) And also if you're still feeling peckish after dinner, I highly advise their cashew cookie! It's the excellent amount of wonderful to round off your meal!

Cold Tea.

After a tasty supper at Insect, head back right into Kensington Market to among Toronto's much-loved secret bars! This location is definitely off the visitor radar, as many Torontonians don't also understand where it is! Head down the hallway to the right of Kensington Shopping mall, until you get to the blinking traffic signal. During the week there's no line, so it looks a bit sketchy, but trust me it deserves it! (I won't spoil the shock when you initially stroll within, but it'll be the strangest bar experience you'll have in Toronto!).

Day 2.

Hibiscus.

Address: 238 Augusta Avenue.

Hours: Tuesday-Friday 11:30 -6 pm; Weekend break 11:30 -9 pm; Closed Mondays.

Day 2 starts off once more in Kensington Market at one of my preferred gluten-free and also vegan brunch places in the city! With plenty of vegan alternatives, Hibiscus is a wonderful location to obtain a filling breakfast. I highly suggest obtaining among their cold matchas to go along with their vegan mozzarella, tomato, basil, spinach as well as mushroom buckwheat crepe that comes topped with zucchini and also avocado. It's virtually unsubstantiated that these large crepes are vegan as well as gluten-free! And also if you're not in the state of mind for crepes, their quinoa salad and also everyday soup are always a hit!

CN Tower.

Directions: Hibiscus to CN Tower.

Hrs: 9 am-- 10:30 pm.

Admission: $36 per grownup.

After a filling up breakfast, make your way over to among Toronto's the majority of legendary landmarks-- the CN Tower. Integrated in 1973, the CN Tower held the title of the tallest freestanding framework worldwide for 31 years. Standing at 553 metres tall (1,812 feet or 147 storeys), you can see the entire Greater Toronto Location and also have an outstanding sight of the Billy Diocesan Airport out on Toronto Island. If you're lucky, you can see part of a Blue Jay's game over at the Rogers Centre! At the lower observation deck, you can walk the CN Tower as well as snap selfies on the glass floor. (If you're brave, do a little jump on the glass flooring!) There's likewise the choice to go to their higher observation deck or, for adventurers, you can stroll along the edge of the tower for an additional expense.

Union Station.

Directions: CN Tower to Union Station by means of COURSE.

Stroll time: 5 mins.

When you have actually had your fill of Toronto up in the sky, come back to road level as well as head over to among Toronto's earliest structures, Union Station. The station connects all significant trains in midtown Toronto including TTC (downtown Toronto transportation), the GO Train (attaching the GTA to Toronto) and also VIA Rail (Canada's nationwide rail service). The structure is currently going through indoor renovations, yet will certainly soon consist of a shopping centre inside. Nevertheless, the beaux-arts architecture of the station is certainly an amazing consider Canada's history!

Gooderham Building.

Instructions: Union Station to Gooderham Building.

Stroll time: About 10 mins.

From Union station, proceed strolling eastern along Front Street past the Hockey Hall of Fame (in case you doubted just how much Canadians enjoy hockey) towards its junction with Wellington Road. There you'll discover one more New york city City look-alike! The Gooderham Building is Toronto's Apartment Iron Structure doppelgänger! It's a cross in between Romanesque Rebirth and French Gothic style and also by far among my most preferred structures in the city!

Planta Burger.

Directions: Gooderham Structure to Planta Burger.

Walk time: Regarding 10 minutes.

After checking out several of Toronto's a lot of iconic structures, get a fast lunch break at one of the city's up as well as coming plant-based restaurant chains! Planta Burger turned up this summer after the large success of its original Planta dining establishment in Yorkville. The burger patties are nut-free as well as gluten-free, and also there is the gluten-free option of a collard green cover. Try The golden state bunless hamburger option, and also for the complete burger joint impact, add some fries as well as a strawberry mylkshake!

St. James Park.

Instructions: Planta Hamburger to St. James Park.

Walk time: About 8 minutes.

After lunch, take a soothing walk over to St. James Park. Situated alongside among Toronto's oldest churchgoers, the park uses unbelievably manicured gardens as well as a stunning gazebo. Delight in the flowers and citizens grabbing lunch before rushing back to the workplace. St. James Park is really one of the most attractive parks in the city!

St. Lawrence Market.

Instructions: St. James Park to St. Lawrence Market.

Walk time: 2 mins.

Hrs: Tuesday-Thursday 8 am-- 6 pm; Friday 8 am-- 7 pm; Saturday 5 am-- 5 pm; Closed Sunday & Monday.

Simply southern of St. James Park is just one of Toronto's many renowned markets, the St. Lawrence Market! The domed structure was first built in the city given that 1803, with a 2nd structure homes what once was Toronto Municipal government erected in 1845. It was named the world's best food market by National Geographic in 2012 for its wide variety of meats, cheeses, produce as well as plenty of neighborhood vendors offering classic Canadian souvenirs. Sadly, there aren't numerous gluten-free or vegan choices, but it's certainly worth checking out!

Ethiopiques.

Instructions: St. Lawrence Market to Ethiopiques.

Stroll time: Concerning 15 minutes.

As soon as you're done checking out the St. Lawrence Market location as well as are ready for dinner, head over to one of Toronto's best Ethiopian-owned dining establishments, Ethiopiques! As Toronto is one of the most multicultural city in the world with majority its occupants birthed outside of Canada, I would extremely advise attempting foods from various societies while you're visiting! Ethiopiques deals gluten-free injera and also a big vegan plate, which offers example sizes of its several vegan dishes. A single person plate might quickly feed two individuals if you were still a bit complete from lunch.

Distillery District.

Directions: Ethiopiques to Distillery Area.

Hrs: Monday-Wednesday 10 am-- 7 pm; Thursday- Saturday 10 am-- 8 pm; Sunday 11 am-- 6 pm.

Admission: FREE (Examine Xmas Market for admission from mid-November with December).

An excellent method to end the evening is in the romantic Distillery District. Previously called Gooderham & Worts Distillery-- who started their financially rewarding windmill service to transform grain right into flour-- the Distillery District is recognized for its uncommonly premium Victorian industrial structures. It has since ended up being house to a number of local dining establishments and stores, including Toronto-made apparel, jewellery, knick knacks as well as vintages!

Around the holidays, the Distillery Area Xmas Market pops up as well as Torontonians flood to the happy historic premises! With mulled white wine under big space heaters, a variety of handmade wooden accessories and also carollers, it's the best way to start the holiday celebrations in Toronto!

Other Tips To See Toronto's Top Tourist attractions.

Toronto City Tips.

That needs a North Celebrity when Toronto's obtained a South Post? The CN Tower shows up from almost every corner of the 6ix, and unless you have actually taken a trip south of Front Street, it's the south tip of the city. I used it practically such as a compass throughout my time in the city. Follow roadway policies when walking or on the escalator. I can not emphasize this point enough. Torontonians are busy individuals and will probably either call out "Excuse me" in an upset voice or will certainly huff as they walk you on a hectic sidewalk. If you're not in a rush, stick to the appropriate side of the escalator or pathway to appease the residents.

Transportation.

Toronto is most definitely a walking city. Throughout my four years there, it was my primary mode of transportation. Please bring comfortable walking shoes for your trip.

Public transit is $3.25 per adult. Toronto Transportation Compensation (TTC) accepts coins, Presto cards and symbols (to be eliminated soon) on all streetcars, buses and also metro stops. New TTC streetcars and all metro stops accept credit cards.

On weekend breaks, a single day pass ($ 11) covers two grownups and also up to four children under the age of 19. Throughout the week, grownups must pay individually for the solitary day pass or for a single-use pass. This is readily available for purchase only at subway terminals.

FOR THIS TRAVEL PLAN: I would certainly NOT advise getting a day pass for Day 1, as all locations are within a 20 minute stroll of one another at the most. Day 2 would certainly be an optional day pass, as there are three 'trips' that are thirty minutes or more apart by public transit (totalling to $9.75 per adult). If you feel you would certainly take public transportation a 4th time that day, you're better off with a day pass as opposed to paying the $3.25 single-use pass.

More of Toronto's Leading Tourist attractions (Day 3 possibilities).

Where are Toronto's many Instagrammable graffiti places?

Toronto also warm to manage? Cool off at these 3 Toronto beaches!

What's Toronto's favourite means to leave the city during summertime? Have A Look At Toronto Island right here!

Gluten-free & vegan in Toronto? NOT A PROBLEM. (Like actually. At all.) Below are my 7 favourite brunch spots to begin your time off right!

Make use of the warm temperatures and admire the Greater Toronto Location's charm at the Scarborough Bluffs!

Who recognized Toronto had a castle?! Venture a bit north in the city for a stunning journey via time at Casa Loma!

Seeking to knock back some neighborhood brewskies on the affordable? Check out some of Toronto's best dive bars!

Go out to Niagara Falls for the day! With 7 various methods to see one of Canada's best wonders, it's impossible to leave dissatisfied! Optional: Stop off at one of Niagara's several wineries, consisting of an ice winery- a Canadian specialized.

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An (FLR) Confession about Cheating

Now that we’re both “Really” High on this outstanding “POT” Darling, I need to tell you something. As you lay next to me here in bed completely naked, Try to Stay relaxed and to continue breathing calmly, just like you are now Sweetie. As I continue to slowly play with, Stroke and “Edge” Your Erection, keep your eyes closed?  Good Boy !!! Now how should I begin..., Hmm let me see – I wonder… You know how sensual and sexual I am Darling, Right? I’m Really Quite Insatiable - Right?  WOW - This is not the best way to start this confession to you… But anyways – Here Goes...

But can you handle what happened? Can you forgive me ??? - Knowing that I premeditatively dressed up in my skimpiest “sexiest” outfit, just to meet my Ex-husband at the cocktail lounge after all these years? Can you ever pardon me..., knowing that I took him up on his “OFFER” (after consuming many many cocktails)… After I spent hours, Dancing and flirting with him in the bar, Only to take a taxicab to his fancy hotel for some intimate playtime (30 minutes after he left)... Will you be able to handle Hearing how I covetously dropped to my knees and rapaciously opened my mouth - to hungrily taste – and zealously devour his (succulent) semi erect “man meat”- You see, when he shockingly opened his apartment door “completely naked” (after our re-acquaintance at the bar) I just Couldn’t Resist... Can your fragile male psyche handle - knowing how delighted I was - as he (instantaneously) grew “Fully Erect” (inside my mouth)? Can your envious insecure male ego handle hearing how his Sumptuous Unyielding Cock grew to twice the length and circumference of yours My Love, and for one entire (inconceivable) night - Your Loving (Entranced) Wife - Cherished and “Coveted” this man’s Massive Vein Filled (Throbbing) Joystick – MORE THAN HER MARRIAGE ?

OH MY GOD… It’s Shocking, I’m so delighted and amazed that you’re Erection is So Extremely Rock HARD Right Now Honey - with me telling you all of this – And your Penis Never Lies to Me... “NO DON’T YOU DARE CUM” … Relax … Breathe … GOOD BOY !!! So I guess now’s the time to tell you – While I’m “Edging” you so Skillfully, that I force fed him one my secretly stashed Viagra pills and made him chew it up WELL with plenty of water..., And then - after I did a lengthy provocative strip dance for him, I ardently mounted him “Repeatedly” throughout the evening, Carefully riding him ever so slowly and dexterously to make sure that he would Last and Last, for my own narcissistic pleasure??? We were BOTH so Unbelievably High on Pot that night… And I blissfully climaxed on his monstrous Virile Joystick (over and over), as I sadistically and cunningly incarcerated his raging throbbing “Manhood” - Balls Deep inside me – As I “EDGED” Him Incessantly!!! Can you ever again be at peace with the knowledge that I completely adored and cherished the “tantric”  marathon intercourse I had with my Ex; Whom I naturally find so incredibly easy to subjugate sexually with Karezza? Can you ever assimilate and forgive me for recognizing and acknowledging the innate fact, that your smaller (inferior) 5” fully erect manhood could never satiate or pleasure my insatiable “AVID” Vagina the same way, as his Massive (Divine) 9 Inch Joystick Of Stone….?? Ultimately - I Voraciously Made His Powerful Joystick Explode its Huge (Enthralling) Pressurized Load, Deep UP Inside of My Tight, Clutching, Hyper Sensitive Loins….. OH MY FUCKING GOD, MY PUSSY IS TWITCHING UNCONTROLLABLY RIGHT NOW - JUST FROM VIVIDLY RECALLING THE MEMORY !!!    

Nooo… Lover Boy, Don’t You Dare Cum…  HOLD IT…  HOLD IT !!!   Good Boy…

Actually Sweetie, Seeing and Feeling How HARD you are Right Now as I Pet You - The more I think about, recall and relive this enchanting (mind disorientating) sexual event with my EX in my mind I must declare emphatically; That Unless you can “Live” with this understanding and have an acceptance, empathy and compassion of my inherent feminine sexual needs, and you are willing to share me with my EX on a frequent, repetitive basis (whenever he comes to town or wants me to go on vacation with him) - - - -, Then and only then can WE continue having a lifelong loving marital relationship together… Remember, Ultimately - My Love for you is - and will always be - exactly the same as it has always been - and the way I’ll treat you - with kindness, fondness, nurturing and my unique feminine alluring tenderness - will of course – NEVER CHANGE.... So The Definitive Question TO YOU My Darling “IS”, Can you handle and accept and live with this Revelation I Just Confessed to You?

Take your Time - and - As you think about this and what your reply to me is ultimately going to be, Here - Let me remind you and your dopamine flooded Psyche of All of the “JOYS” You’ll Experience - Being in a Female Led Relationship (FLR) with Me… Your Ultimate Goddess !!!

Yessss…. As I Undress and reveal my Divine Feminine Nakedness to you – Remember how much you Adore and Cherish my intoxicating Femininity, Smell and Taste. I want you to freshly experience and remember just how incredibly good I am at sucking, deep throating, teasing and perpetually “Edging” your Precious Little Joystick of a Cock with the Fine Art of Karezza... Realize Darling, You will never EVER find or encounter another sensuous “nurturing” woman like me. Here, Let me straddle your face in the 69 style - the way you “Lust” after - My LOVE..., as we taste and savor each others addictive sexual nectar. Don’t I taste and smell Utterly Delectable? That’s A GOOD BOY – Oh Yess – Just like That !!! … How could you ever survive without enjoying my scrumptious Pussy Every Day? I’m going to suck, nurse and Deep Throat You NOW while you’re doing that... OK? - REMEMBER – NO CUMMING IN MY MOUTH OR DOWN MY THROAT DARLING – DON’T YOU DARE !!!    YOU’LL CUM, ONLY WHEN  and if   I LET YOU…

Travelling By Practice In Europe

Now it could seem that People have improved their French. Actually, the crowds on the streets consist i believe mostly of the tourists that may be easily recognized by the thick cameras on their necks and amazed glances always thrown around. There are plenty of parks and gardens on this city, where you possibly can spend time with family and pals. August is the time for Carcassone, a medieval pageant held in the Carcassone Fortress, one of the world's most peculiar and fascinating events. Brazenly homosexual people or couples who plan a typical trip have to be aware of the tradition and societal surroundings at all times after they visit new locations. French Historical past alone may occupy you for the rest of your life! Additionally, you will not wish to miss Chartres en Lumieres, the light present between April and September of all the historic buildings. If you wish to explore Paris, then Paris city break is the best choice. There are various cities in Italy which are worth visiting. Main international locations which are part of Europe journey are United Kingdom, France, Greece, Holland, Iceland, Germany, Spain, Sweden, Italy, Rome, Switzerland and Turkey. You can even go to numerous wine estates and cellars throughout your French holidays in the areas of Bordeaux, Burgundy and Champagne so you can see how wines are made whereas treating your tastebuds to a wine-tasting escapade. Strasbourg's historic middle was categorized as a World Heritage Website in 1988 by Unesco - a singular honor in that it was the primary time this designation was given to an entire metropolis. The locals are quite calm although and I would say - not pretty fond of the tourists. Apart from the Louvre, you must also drop by the Musee d'Orsay, which houses Monet and Renoir masterpieces among others, as well as the Musée Nationwide d'Art Moderne at the Centre Georges Pompidou, if you visit France. Judging once once more by what's available within the French grocery store, most French people are not grinding their very own beans. In addition to a Schengen visa, South Africans travelling on a short lived passport must have their SA identification books to show as proof of residence. The motive force of the minibus will require a Full Passport and a formal 'Permission to Drive' letter from the car's proprietor, unless they're the registered keeper of the minibus. Bordeaux, a metropolis of infinite cafes and bars, a number of historic attractions, lively nights and large avenues, can be among the best locations to see in France. You will need to have heard of the well-known landmarks - Eiffel Tower, the Cathedral of Notre Dame and the Louvre Museum. Corsica has glorious beaches that offers activities for travellers. It is a metropolis which is visually interesting and has a rich cultural history of the French. The theme park is located just outdoors town of Paris and is similar to the US variations, with only a few nods to its European areas. In case you are traveling with youngsters, they are going to actually love the Christmas parades, the folk art workshops and the standard dances. Listed below are the top 5 the reason why individuals from all over the world go to France - the exact same reasons you ought to be planning your own French holidays, too. In the plaza there is a great wine shop built inside a tower, a spiral stair case goes up 4 flooring with the wine displayed alongside the outside of the spiral. This French area famous for its wine production and wine tasting excursions is the proper selection for all those that wish to uncover the magic of this holiday and the Alsacian Christmas traditions. There's additionally the famous The Musee de Montmartre where people like Renior, Dufy and Suzanne Valada had resided. It became a vacationer attraction on small scale from the early 19th before being opened to the general public regularly from 1867. A symbol of glamour and magnificence, Monaco sits on a phenomenal stretch of the Mediterranean coast. It has been my expertise that you actually do not understand these areas or the wines they produce until you visit them. Visiting France is an unbelievable expertise, however one by no means will get to see all of it simply due to the wide variety of choices that the country has to offer. From art to glamour, from the mystifying Eiffel Tower to the beautiful Seine River, the wondrous city of Paris has all of it. You may make a day's tour to the next locations in France for leisure- Pyrénées nationwide park, Aquaboulevard Park in Paris, Château de Versailles Gardens, Disneyland Paris, and Universal Studios Paris. Although Paris is a wonderful metropolis, and all guests should permit a big period of time exploring it, vacationers should schedule time to get away from the hectic crowd of a touristy city and explore the sweetness that the rest of the nation has to offer! France has considered one of Europe's most intensive rail networks - you may get from nearly wherever within the country to only about anyplace else. Although you might think it is a summer season resort, you'll be able to visit Good at any time of the 12 months and still have a very good time. Guests to Spain tend to opt for either Madrid or Barcelona. The European motorhome expertise is an thrilling one and one of the most secure, most economical ways to cross a continent. Nicely adorned cities, scenic areas, nice wine, scrumptious cuisine, exciting opportunities for out of doors activities, nicely preserved traditions, charming Christmas markets and many things to do are ready for you. There are some actually great overnight trips all through France that wouldn't be appropriate for many dogs as a result of the experience lasts for 10 hours or extra with none significant stops. cheap hotels pittsburgh Additionally, watching the videos of Travelovideo will help to get an idea about France before visiting. Aside kind this, the Montmarte area has an exclusive cemetery the place the nice souls of Degas, Stendhal, La Golie and many others. Eiffel Tower, The Louvre and The Musee d'Orsay are a number of the common vacationer sights in Paris. Some loves to visit beaches, museums, Church buildings and some likes to enjoy sports adventures. Iceland: The Royal Danish Embassy represents Iceland in the issuing of visas, Royal Danish Embassy, Pretoria, cellphone 012-430-9340 or the Royal Danish Consulate-Normal, Sandton, telephone 011-804-3374. Although it might be considerably greater in value, some individuals think it makes a superior tasting cup of coffee. That is why even the development of the Eiffel Tower in the 19th century has raised an ideal complaints of the locals as a result of they thought that this «monster of steel» destroys the original form of the traditionally wealthy city. Also, there you'll discover a ravishing view of the River Rhine and the Cologne Cathedral. With lovely fields, picturesque villages and hillside it's a magnet for artists. Every metropolis has its personal heritage, history, and story to tell. It owns various attractions which would fulfill all form of vacationers. Ebook your one-day to visit Paris standard points of interest. Except you're fluent in French you'll discover it troublesome to ask for directions, and road indicators may be complicated, particularly in the mountainous regions. Try this your self, and you're certain to get a terrific flavour of the native atmosphere irrespective of the place you go to in France. Why not head southeast from Paris and go to the area of Burgundy! The town is fascinating, however we are right here to visit the wineries and to do that you need a automobile. We stayed overnight on the Hotel Majestic, which is strolling distance with luggage from the tram station and is close to the Opera House and an excellent plaza with restaurants and outlets. Nice is so well positioned that you can take half-day and full-day. High speed connections now exist with neighbouring international locations and you can even take the Eurostar from St. Pancras Station in London, travel beneath the English Channel and arrive within the core of Paris in only a few hours! This wonderful metropolis is likely one of the favorite tourist destinations in the World. It is a huge avenue that follows the bay's coast line and it's lined with stunning palm timber and flowers. Paris is the preferred tourist vacation spot and is visited by roughly 30 million foreign vacationers every year. You can make visit to St Bonaventure Church, St Simply Church, Notre Dame de Fourviere and Saint Bruno Church. Of the top France tourist points of interest, more than 7 million people go to the Disneyland Paris, Eiffel Tower, Fontainebleau Forest and chateau, and the Louvre Museum each year. In 1871 communards killed a gaggle of monarchists in one of the chambers, while through the World Battle II the tunnels had been used by Parisian members of the French Resistance. Without agreeing or disagreeing, we are able to say that Lyon is simply perfect for a family Christmas vacation. Savor the breathtaking views from the top of the Eiffel Tower, stroll hand in hand along the Seine - while stealing a French kiss or two, or just sit aspect by side in a small cafe and watch town go by. Spain: The Spanish Embassy, Pretoria, phone 012-460-0123. The Vendon is the largest canyon in Europe whish is a a thousand ft deep in places, and is popular for journey sports activities, similar to rafting, kayaking and canyoning. It is worth go to to its Cathedrals and church buildings. If you need to visit magnificent church buildings and cathedrals, Barcelona can be a better possibility.

Today was another day of driving through Texas, New Mexico and Colorado. Lunchtime found us in Colorado Springs, Colorado where we discovered an amazing cafe to rest our road-weary bones and fuel up for the drive on in to Fort Collins. There is nothing more exciting than discovering a restaurant off the grid and having a unique experience that you would not find at home.

Marigold Cafe & Bakery

The Marigold Cafe and Bakery has been around the Colorado Springs area for years, but it has just come under new management and I must say that they certainly know their food. The staff was friendly and engaging, the food was delicious, and the atmosphere was cheerful.

Dee-Dee, the hostess, was ready to greet us with a smile and welcome us to the cafe. She quickly had us seated and there was a sense of excitement about her that made us excited about the culinary delights that lay ahead. We were not disappointed.

Daniel, our waiter, took over for Dee-Dee and quickly took our drink orders while we poured over the menu. I ordered the Club sandwich with Dijon Mayo Sauce and a pasta salad. It was scrumptious. The bread was homemade and it was one of the freshest tasting club sandwiches I have ever eaten.

The Flat Iron Steak Sandwich was also extremely tasty. Of curse I had to sample some of my son’s! It was a grilled sandwich with sliced flat iron steak, on a white baguette with bell peppers, onions, jalapenos, and white cheddar chipotle fondue. It was served with delicious homemade potato chips.If you find yourself in Colorado Springs during one of your journeys you simply must do your taste buds a favor and give this cafe a try!

Homewood Suites – Fort Collins, Colorado

On day 2 we rested our heads in the chic little college town of Fort Collins Colorado. I was very impressed with  this beautiful town situated on the Cache La Poudre River along the Colorado Front Range. For our accommodations I chose the Homewood Suites. The hotel was bright and airy with an open lobby area that felt extremely welcoming. The staff were kind and gracious and always ready to share a bit of conversation or a smile.

The suites have a separate sitting area and a full-size kitchen. They are very roomy and spacious. The hotel has an indoor pool and game, and out door tennis courts and basketball court. This is a very family-friendly hotel with plenty of activities to keep the kids entertained. The location is ideal because there are plenty of restaurants and other entertainment within minutes. The hotel also offers a full hot breakfast every morning and a well-stocked suite shop for all your needs. I would recommend this hotel to travelers coming in to the Fort Collins area.

The Colorado Room

Dinner on day 2 was, thus-far, the most unique and tastiest food I have eaten on my trip! The Colorado Room is located at 642 S College Avenue in Fort Collins, Colorado. This place is definitely visually geared towards the college crowd with its fun, artful and college-chic atmosphere. I felt more hip  just by having had dinner there.

L-R – Amy, Sam, Nathan & Brandon

The staff are nothing short of the coolest, kindest people on the planet. You order your food at the counter and they give you a number. You take a seat and then they wait on you like you just pulled up a chair at the Ritz! Amazing!

The Food…oh my gosh, the food. The Colorado Room is famous for their Sammy’s. What’s a Sammy? That’s what I wondered, too. A Sammy is a culinary explosion on your taste buds. They are sliders like you have never had before. There are many options and combinations including pork, chicken, veggie, beef, and bison. You can mix and match and it is all slow cooked, pulled meat.

I chose to try the Beef cheesesteak Sammy with caramelized onions, grilled peppers, and gruyere cheese sauce and for my second sammy I chose the Pork BBQ Sammy with apples, jicama coleslaw and sweet & tangy BBQ sauce. For my side I chose handpunched fries. The combination was unbelievably tasty. I am so thrilled to have had this unique culinary experience. I only wish there were a Colorado Room where I live. Can you help me scream Restaurant Chain! Don’t you dare miss out on this if you are in Fort Collins. Pull up a chair in the unique dining area, or sit out on the curbside patio and drink in the ambiance.

What’;s Happening on Day 3…

On day 3 we will be headed to South Dakota  We will stop for Lunch in Edgemont, South Dakota at the Victory Steakhouse and lounge before making our way into the Black Hills to see Crazy Horse and Mount Rushmore. We will stop for some shopping in Keystone for a quick snack and some shopping before heading to Rapid City for our stay at the famed Alex Johnson Hotel.

Roadtrip Through the West – Day 2 Today was another day of driving through Texas, New Mexico and Colorado. Lunchtime found us in Colorado Springs, Colorado where we discovered an amazing cafe to rest our road-weary bones and fuel up for the drive on in to Fort Collins.