Strolling but no Stunting

The temperature was supposedly in the single digits this morning but, when the sky is clear and there's no wind, it feels way warmer. I strolled downtown to check out some of the stores, stopping at Javaroma for a skinny latte.
When I was in one of the shops, the power went out--as I've mentioned this is a regular occurence. Checked out the price of polar bear diamonds at one jewellery store: one carat starts at $8,000. Guess I won't be dripping with gems when I come home.
I also had a look at parkas in a touristy type shop and some of the fur coats were made in China... However, I discovered that if I am in need of retail therapy, I can definitely find help at a couple of first-rate women's stores. And Elaine from the CBC works occasionally at a lovely gift shop that sells Belgian chocolate. She just happened to be unpacking some when I arrived, and gave me a few of the broken ones.

I spotted this Smart Car in the parking lot of the hospital. Note the license plate: 2 Cute.
In the north, I'd be looking for something more than cuteness in a vehicle, especially on the highway were bison regularly wander onto the road.

I also noticed this sign on today's walk through the hospital grounds. The stunters have moved over to the Nova Court suites where I'm staying. Sometimes late at night I hear skateboarders doing their tricks on the pavement below my window. But I'm learning to fall asleep in all kinds of challenging circumstances--in the daylight and to the rhythm of stunters.