Yesterday we splurged and went to see the matinee performance of "Les Miserables" at the Princess of Wales Theatre. It was a challenge to get there as there was a lot going on in downtown Toronto yesterday.
Not only was there a big football celebration and Argos game happening, but it was also the annual Santa Claus Parade, so some of the main streets, including University Ave., were closed around noon just as we were to head over to the theatre on King St.
Driving the car or even a cab weren't going to be an option, so we decided to take the underground PATH system.
Meghan definitely got a workout pushing me in the chair. I put my life in Meg's hands as we bumped over sidewalk cracks, curbs and streetcar tracks! It was a lesson for us in the plight of those that require accessibility. Although there was always a ramp or a tiny claustrophobic wheelchair sized elevator along the way, the trick was a) to find it, b) to figure out how to operate them and c) to have enough hands & feet available to open doors or push buttons to manoeuvre through.
I had to be told once or twice to put my pointing finger away and let Meghan drive, but we had a few good laughs on the way.
The play was amazing and very worth the challenge to get there. The weather was perfect even though there was an extreme storm watch in effect.
After the show we stuck to the above ground sidewalks home, passing many hopeful Argos fans on their way to the big game and families wearing Santa hats after seeing the parade.
We passed The Bay Christmas windows with people crowded around them taking puctures and selfies with the holiday scenes behind them.
After a stop for dinner along Yonge St., it was home to the couch and bed by 9. I think my neice was more exhausted than me!
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