Walk at Tommy Thompson Park

Emily and Gabe asked me along with them on a hike at Tommy Thompson Park on the Leslie Spit. It was a pretty nice day out. Though it was still a bit cool the skies were blue, so that was good.

The park has undergone a lot of changes since I last was there a few years ago. It's been developed quite a bit for the better. As well as the main road for cycling and service vehicles, there are separate paths just for walkers. There are also a number of small ponds that I hadn't seen before where water birds and other birds can rest/nest. Unfortunately we didn't get to stay for very long as Gabe had to head out to Mississauga to look at a used bike he was interested in buying.

The trip to Mississauga was fruitful. Gabe ended up buying the bike for $75. The fellow selling it said it was his sister's. But she hardly rode it so they were just getting rid of it. Even though it's old it's in good condition.

Next we headed to Ajimi for dinner at Yonge and Davisville. Keith joined us for all-you-can-eat sushi. After that we called Daphne and headed up to Twister for Karaoke. It was fun.

I stayed until just after 10:00 p.m. then headed out to join Donald Chow and his friends to play hockey at Pleasantview Arena off Victoria Park south of Finch.

Birthday Dinner #2

After my visit to High Park to see the cherry blossoms I quickly drove home. My friend William had planned a birthday dinner for me at what I thought was supposed to be 5:30 (but was, in fact, 5:45). We had decided to go to Ajimi, the all-you-can-eat sushi restaurant in my neighbourhood.

Will invited Dickie, Big Jon and Lawrence along. Since I got the time wrong I arrived there first with Will. Dickie and Big Jon came together, next. Lawrence was last. Late as usual. We started ordering ahead of time so we wouldn't have to wait too long for the food to come out.

It was nice having a slightly larger group. It gave me the opportunity to try more things. Normally I come here with only one other friend. So I don't get the chance to order so much. The food here is great nevertheless. And the price, $18.99 (-10% if you pay cash) for dinner is very reasonable.

Even though I see most of the guys semi-regularly, it was nice to meet up again. I'm grateful for their friendship over the years. ... Now I sort of feel old (which I suppose I am) ... Cheers.

Ajimi Sushi

Ajimi Sushi is a new favorite of mine for great all-you-can-eat sushi. Located just north of Davisville Avenue, I'm sure I must have passed it many times on my frequent trips up and down Yonge Street.

I don't remember exactly why I first went there, but I believe one of my friends and I were hungry one day and decided to go in and try it. It probably had something to do with the fact you could get dinner for $18.99 less 10% if you paid cash.

The food turned out to be very good. They have quite a few items to choose from including a selection of dragon rolls, one of my favorites. The dinner menu also includes a variety of sashimi which a lot of people like too.

Lunch is $11.99. The same 10% discount for cash payment applies. Now, while the price is quite reasonable during lunchtime, the selection is pared down quite a bit. They have maki rolls and sushi, but no dragon rolls or sashimi.

Nevertheless, I don't think you can go wrong whatever time of the day you choose to go. Just bring a hearty appetite and be prepared to enjoy.