After a very busy day Theresa and I decided to take a stroll on the busy but beautiful Oakville waterfront. It was so hot in the city but immediately the temperature dropped 20 degrees when you get out of your car on the shore of Lake Ontario. There were many people who thought as we did and the pier was crowded with fishermen and people just walking in the cool breeze.
We are fortunate to have so much of our waterfront in public ownership. There are several huge marinas on the shoreline and sailboats abound. We love to just sit or walk and view the boats tied up and every evening there is a race out on the lake. Colourful spinnakers on the sailboats and the boats tacking to gain position make a wonderful sight.
Walking paths lead to historic buildings and the cultural hub of our city. Within a few blocks of the downtown we have the arts center, community swimming pool, lawn bowling and one of the prettiest and most active down towns in Canada.
Many of our family frequent the waterfront and enjoy the freedom that only water can give. There is something endearing about a city on the water. The water opens up all types of activities and it is real estate which is owned by everyone. We take advantage of this geographic treasure and feel grateful for the opportunity to experience its beauty whenever we wish.
I love our picturesque waterfront and the cool, fresh air in my nostrils.
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