Photo: Nadyne Kasta
A couple of girlfriends and I went on a spontaneous road trip this past weekend, and it turned out to be worthy of a Jack Kerouac novel. Complete with the dingy motel, the 9 millimetre-toting neighbour, and the unsolicited attentions of a former circus performer.
Despite the dubious sound of it, we had the best time and it was the perfect way to celebrate Canada Day and the 4th of July. We’ve dubbed it Adventures from the Winkle to the Naked Turtle!
And so, it is with rosy cheeks and happy hearts that we’d like to announce our Sizzlin' Hot Summer Giveaway! Tell us how you’re spending your summer (in the comments section below) and your name will automatically be entered for a chance to win the Blomus Fuoco Tabletop Gel Firepit.
Share it on Facebook and/or Tweet about it and you will get up to two additional entries.
Answers will be accepted up until midnight EST on Thursday, July 15th and the winner will be chosen at random and announced on Friday the 16th.
We wish you a summer filled with little pleasures and great adventures!
In the ravines of Toronto with my dog. But I won't tell you where because it's one of the last people-free sanctuaries.
Laura
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Posted by: Laura F | July 08, 2010 at 09:47 AM
The highlight is a trip across the pond to France & England for a couple weeks.
Posted by: p | July 08, 2010 at 09:55 AM
In my office dreaming of beaches and summer time picnics. :(
Posted by: Ting | July 08, 2010 at 09:55 AM
In Toronto's west end, aside my mid-century modern bungalow...building a deck, patio and fence. A refuge from the city. A modern retreat with mid-century attention to details and design. A space for friends, family, good food and drink. The perfect resting place for a beautiful blomo fuoco firepit!
Posted by: Aaron Christie | July 08, 2010 at 10:03 AM
Taking care of my newborn and watching all the amazing things she is learning to do!
Posted by: Lily | July 08, 2010 at 10:19 AM
Enjoying my newly completed modern oasis backyard!
Posted by: s | July 08, 2010 at 10:21 AM
Comme Lily, je prendrai soin de mon nouveau-né. Nous nous baladerons dans le Vieux-Montréal et je profiterai pleinement de mon long congé tout l'été!
Posted by: Amé B. | July 08, 2010 at 11:18 AM
I'm spending my summer cleaning vomit off my new dwell baby bedding. Poor lil guy's not feeling well... Maybe we'll check out the lake when things settle down.
Posted by: Angela Mimnagh | July 08, 2010 at 12:14 PM
WOW !!!! love your blog.....love the Muskoka collection.
Posted by: Anu | July 08, 2010 at 12:27 PM
Will be joining my cousin, his wife and 6-yr-old sailing from Port Hardy,rounding Cape Scott and onto to glorious Tofino (basically going around Vancouver Island - where the great expanse of the Pacific hits the western most coast of good ol' Canada.
Posted by: martine dubuc | July 08, 2010 at 01:00 PM
Enjoying the local beach and wading pools with my two lil boys.
Posted by: Liisa | July 08, 2010 at 01:37 PM
a trip to maine with the family!
Posted by: ali | July 08, 2010 at 03:40 PM
Getting in touch with beauty and pleasure in its many forms,enjoying the moment,laughing, getting out on the water,drinking lots of sangria and prosecco, making ice-cream and planning my winter getaway:)
Posted by: Luisa | July 08, 2010 at 05:50 PM
Camping, camping & more camping!
Posted by: KariLynn | July 08, 2010 at 05:56 PM
After a number of renovations on our new house, we'll be relaxing for a few days in Lake Placid and then kicking back in our pool trying to beat the summer heat and reaping the benefits of our hard labour. The Blomo, if won, will join his mate on my outdoor table and entertain friends for summers to come!
Posted by: Lisa | July 08, 2010 at 11:08 PM
Sitting back and enjoying some me time after a winter and spring of home renovations.
Posted by: Jackie | July 09, 2010 at 12:04 AM
In the middle of a long-awaited reno! As such, trolling the net - including modernkaribou.ca - for the perfect pieces to adorn the new abode! Can't wait for my completely new nesting place!
Posted by: Gillian | July 10, 2010 at 12:49 PM
Camping with the family in the Alberta Rockies. Couldn't be better.
Posted by: Amanda | July 11, 2010 at 07:00 PM
Hey...Gillian stole my comment. We are also mid-reno. Holding my breath until I can order some Ferm wallpaper. Family Tree, you need to be in my dining room!!
Thanks for a great opportunity, love your site!
Posted by: Vanessa | July 12, 2010 at 04:29 PM
We'll be hitting the splash pads and beach with our 19 month old son including side trips to Ed's Real Scoop for some tasty treats!
Posted by: Rowena | July 12, 2010 at 10:50 PM