Archive: June 3, 2006

So, exactly one month since the last time I updated. I currently do not have internet at home, and have also been having some computer problems (luckily nothing like the Great Computer Crash of 2005, but still), so those are my excuses. The real reason is probably more along the lines of being caught up in getting settled in my new home and new city and new life. Toronto has been good to me so far. The job is going well (although if anyone knows of any part-time jobs in Toronto, I desperately need more work), I really like my apartment (apart from a wee bug problem, which I think I have under control now), and my neighbourhood is great. The real highlight, though, is my newest best friend, my bike, Juniper. Now, I have had no particular problem in the past with people who were really into their bikes and biking, but I never thought I'd be one of them. Well, it seems I am. I seriously am in love with this bike. I get to save money on transit, get in shape, zip around the city, and get to know my neighbourhood better. It's fantastic. Here is a picture of my bike:

I still need a basket, and then I'll be all set. And yes, it spews purple hearts all over the place. Strange.

Musically, things are starting to move along a bit. Again, I haven't been particularly focused in the past little while. Adjusting to the new city and new place, and unpacking, has been a longer process than anticipated. But I played my first open mic here last week, and it was great just to get out and play music for a while. I haven't yet heard anything from NXNE, so I'm not keeping my fingers crossed on that one, but I do have the details for the Pride show, which I've added to the dates page. If you're in Toronto, you should come check it out. It should be lots of fun. I've heard good things about this stage.

So, you'd think I'd have lots more exciting things to write about my new life, but I can't say that I particularly do, especially as this is a music-focused journal. I will update again soon, probably post-Pride, and hopefully will have more musical updates at that point. Hope you're all enjoying late spring and early summer. Be in touch: info@lesleyhoyles.com. And come visit. My couch is super comfy.