Tuesday, 21 May 2013

May 2-4 Happenings

The Victoria Day long weekend is one that I always look forward to. While it's always nice to have an extra day off, it's considered to be the 'unofficial' kick-off to summer. I love the feeling of summer just beginning and having the whole season to look forward to.

The weather couldn't have been better this weekend and I was sure to spend as much time outside as possible. I began and ended my long weekend with a trip downtown, which is something I never do in the winter.

Below are some snapshots of my long weekend!


Spending time browsing the cool shops on Queen West (popular shopping district downtown)

A couple of beers at the bar with friends

Getting in a great run outside with a new personal best - 4.35 miles in 49 minutes!

A perfect night for softball on Sunday, fireworks and all!

Amazing Sangria on a rooftop patio. This pitcher wasn't cheap, but was worth every penny.

Taking in the perfect surroundings on the rooftop patio

Free Lady Antebellum concert downtown

Enjoying the warm weather and sunshine!
How did you spend your weekend?
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25 comments:

  1. Allie Emme21 May 2013 at 18:51

    I've been wanting to start running. Over 4 miles in 49 minutes, that's amazing! Really like the floral top you're wearing. Thanks for visiting my blog :)
    xx Allie

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    1. Jackie21 May 2013 at 20:10

      Running is tough, but it's something I've really noticed a change in recently, which is really rewarding. I used to get winded after about 60 seconds!

      Thanks for returning the visit and stopping by my blog :)

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  2. Sabrina21 May 2013 at 20:49

    You mentioned Victoria Day, so I was trying to figure out where in Canada where you were from. The second last picture definitely gave it away ;)
    P.S. It's so weird how Victoria day already passed this year. May 2-4 is just a normal weekend this time!

    Sincerely,
    Sabrina

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    1. Jackie23 May 2013 at 17:33

      Only a local would know that!

      I know, I don't really understand why the long weekend isn't this upcoming one...

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  3. Brittney21 May 2013 at 21:06

    Considering that I can barely go a mile before dying, i'm super impressed by your run time. I need to workout more! :P

    Brittney

    anotherbeautifulthing.blogspot.com

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    1. Jackie23 May 2013 at 17:35

      I used to struggle after about 1 minute on a treadmill and trust me, though it's still a work in progress, it doesn't happen overnight!

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  4. Ashley of Southern (California) Belle22 May 2013 at 05:58

    Looks like you had a wonderful weekend! That sangria looks amaaaaazing!

    xo

    Ashley

    Southern (California) Belle

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    1. Jackie23 May 2013 at 17:35

      It was amazing...and I need to recreate that somehow.

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  5. Anonymous22 May 2013 at 06:33

    omg that sangria looks fantastic! and a free Lady Antebellum concert is amazing too.

    - Val @ KnotTiedDown.com

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    1. Jackie23 May 2013 at 17:36

      I've seen Lady A a few times, and they're always great, but that sangria...Amazing!!

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  6. ImaginetheSwallows22 May 2013 at 09:50

    Love the glasses the sangria is in!
    Ohh when looking at your pics I really wish that the good weather would come back to Luxembourg, seems like we're back in autumn or something brr

    xx Claude

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    1. Jackie23 May 2013 at 17:37

      Food and drink seems to taste better out of a mason jar for some reason.

      Hopefully it warms up soon in Luxembourg. We seem to be back to fall again here, even though it was warm and humid just yesterday.

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  7. Anonymous22 May 2013 at 11:31

    that really is a good run thank you for the comments on my blog!
    www.lifeisjustrosie.com

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  8. Unknown22 May 2013 at 13:51

    MMMM sangria! Looks delicious!

    xo Ashley
    thetiniestfirecracker.com

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    1. Jackie23 May 2013 at 17:38

      It was delicious! Definitely one of the best I've had.

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  9. Anonymous22 May 2013 at 18:11

    That sangria looks delicious!!

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  10. Jackie23 May 2013 at 17:38

    Thank you for reading :)

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  11. fabulouspetite23 May 2013 at 22:28

    that sangria looks so good. Loving all your pictures. Thank you for visiting my blog and for the sweet thoughts. I followed you back on bloglovin too.

    xo
    Sam
    http://fabulouspetite.blogspot.com

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    1. Jackie24 May 2013 at 18:35

      Thanks!! I'm looking forward to seeing more of your blog too!

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  12. gigi24 May 2013 at 09:17

    what a great weekend that was! thanks for sharing the photos! also thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving your lovely comment! hope you will stop by again soon! xx. gigi. food and beauty blogger @ www.gigikkitchen.blogspot.com

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    1. Jackie24 May 2013 at 18:36

      It's fun to share these kind of photos, so I'm glad you stopped by my blog too!

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  13. Vett Vandiver24 May 2013 at 17:15

    these photos are gorgeous!! I just relaxed this weekend!

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    1. Jackie24 May 2013 at 18:36

      Thank you! There's nothing like a good relaxing weekend :)

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