Told by Esther · 3 min read
By Thursday, I knew which end he liked.
A familiar bench gives two neighbours a modest habit, without an invitation, a group chat or an obligation to appear.
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guide · 2 min read
Put the washroom in the plan before you need it.
Use Toronto's public washroom map to check status, hours and the facilities you need, then keep a workable alternative for the outing.
guide · 2 min read
Check the air before you negotiate with the weather.
Read the local Air Quality Health Index, the right health message and the forecast before deciding whether an outdoor plan should change.
Told by Marta · 2 min read
I made a list of free things and paid for a bun.
Marta tries to fill a Saturday with free activities, then discovers she would rather stay with the thing she is enjoying.
guide · 2 min read
Find the class you can get to on an ordinary Tuesday.
Compare a community class's level, location, timing, equipment and registration details before choosing the one that fits your week.
Told by Duncan · 3 min read
The sandwich was not supposed to be a terminal sandwich.
Duncan and his sister loosen an overfull island-day plan while they wait for their crossing.
Editorial notes · 01
On what we publish.
Original first-person stories, everyday lives, and images made for the telling. Useful enough to act on. Sharp enough to argue with.
Editorial notes · 02
On the cadence.
We publish when we have something worth saying. Silence beats filler, every time.
Editorial notes · 03
On the contributors.
Every piece has a name on it and sources where the science matters. Opinions can flirt. Facts still have to show up dressed.
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