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Missed connection in Stoney Creek, Ontario - Eramosa Karst

Eramosa Karst trail
Saturday, May 16 - 11:02 AM
On the Eramosa Karst trails, you stopped to point out one of the sinkholes I would have walked right past. We ended up walking the loop together. At the lot we said a quick bye. I have thought about it since.

Missed connection in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador - Signal Hill

Signal Hill, the wind edited you
Monday, May 18
Halfway up Signal Hill the wind took the last half of your sentence and you did not repeat it. I have been writing versions. You had a camera you kept zipping away, and a laugh that happened after the joke, like it needed the walk to arrive. I turned back at the tower because my ears quit.

Missed connection in Oakville, Ontario - Tannery Park

Tannery Park bench
Saturday, May 16 - 4:09 PM
Late afternoon at Tannery Park by the water, you were reading on the bench and shared it when I looked lost for a seat. We talked about the lake for a while. I walked off and immediately regretted not asking your name.

Missed connection in Stoney Creek, Ontario - Winona

Winona peach truck
Friday, May 15 - 9:32 PM
Winona peach truck lineup, you negotiated a bulk box like a pro and then offered me two extras “for quality control.” Controlled quality. Uncontrolled longing.

Missed connection in Vaughan, Ontario - Vaughan Mills

Vaughan Mills food court
Saturday, May 16 - 10:59 AM
Vaughan Mills food court, you saved a table with your bags so a parent with a stroller could sit. Quiet kindness. I wanted to say more than “nice of you.” Failed.

Missed connection in Hamilton, Ontario - Gage Park

Gage Park greenhouse
Thursday, May 14 - 6:24 PM
Inside the Gage Park greenhouse, you were naming plants under your breath and I asked one out loud. Mini botany lesson ensued. Humidity high. Courage low.

Missed connection in Milton, Ontario - Milton Farmers' Market

Milton farmers' market
Saturday, May 16 - 9:36 PM
Saturday at the Milton farmers' market, we both went for the last bunch of basil. You suggested we split it and we did. Best negotiation of my week. I would happily lose the next one to you.

Missed connection in Georgetown, Ontario - Dominion Gardens Park

Dominion Gardens, summer evening
Sunday, May 17 - 7:42 AM
Summer evening at Dominion Gardens Park, you were watching a kids' soccer game you clearly were not related to, just enjoying it. I sat a bench over. We chatted about the heat. Lovely, then gone.

Missed connection in Victoria, British Columbia - Ogden Point breakwater

Breakwater, your hat almost went swimming
Friday, May 15 - 3:25 PM
On the breakwater your hat lifted and I caught it against my chest like I do this. You said “that was athletic of you” which was generous. Navy cap, camera you did not trust to the wind either. I walked back toward Ogden Point still holding the sentence I meant to add.

Missed connection in Burlington, Ontario - Burlington GO Station

Burlington GO platform, morning
Wednesday, May 13 - 8:16 PM
Weekday morning on the Burlington GO platform, you were in a navy coat reading something on a Kobo. We ended up in the same car toward Union and kept catching each other's eye. I got off before I worked up the nerve.

Missed connection in Georgetown, Ontario - Georgetown Marketplace

Georgetown Marketplace
Saturday, May 16 - 8:13 PM
At Georgetown Marketplace on a slow Tuesday, you complimented the book I was carrying and turned out to have read it twice. We talked plot for a bit by the entrance. You headed to the grocery side before I got your name.

Missed connection in Brampton, Ontario - Garden Square

Garden Square lights
Thursday, May 14 - 3:48 PM
Garden Square downtown, light show night, you narrated which colours were “trying too hard.” Harsh. Funny. Correct. Lost you toward the library side.

Missed connection in Camrose, Alberta - Mirror Lake

The gull got the bun
Saturday, May 16 - 1:40 PM
At Mirror Lake a gull took most of my bun and you passed a napkin out of your own lunch without a speech. Green thermos. We sat longer than the bun deserved because neither of us stood up. I am past the age of being smooth about this. I would still replace the bun.

Missed connection in New Glasgow, Prince Edward Island - New Glasgow lobster supper

Lobster supper, you were on break with pie
Thursday, May 14 - 9:50 AM
You came out the side door of the supper hall on a break with a plate of pie and sat on the step like the step was the point. I was waiting for a table and you told me which seating was the loud one. Then your break ended in the middle of your own sentence. Flour on your sleeve. I got the loud room. It was the right advice.

Missed connection in Hamilton, Ontario - Hamilton Farmers' Market

Hamilton Farmers’ Market upstairs
Monday, May 11 - 7:55 PM
Upstairs at the market looking over the stalls, you tipped me off to the bakery that sells out by 10. We went down together. You got there first. Fair. Still want a rematch and a name.

Missed connection in Stoney Creek, Ontario - Devil's Punchbowl

Devil's Punchbowl lookout
Wednesday, May 13 - 12:08 PM
Up at the Devil's Punchbowl lookout, you offered to take a photo of me with the falls and the view. We talked about the colour of the rock layers like we were geologists. We are not. I would love to fake-expert with you again.

Missed connection in Halton Hills, Ontario - Glen Williams

Glen Williams riverside
Monday, May 11 - 10:49 PM
By the river in Glen Williams, you were photographing the old mill buildings and stepped aside so I could pass, then we both stayed. Light was perfect. Timing for names was not.

Missed connection in Milton, Ontario - Milton Mall

Milton Mall, rainy day
Sunday, May 10 - 5:33 PM
Rainy day wandering Milton Mall, you complimented my umbrella of all things, near the entrance. We laughed about hiding from the weather. You headed toward the grocery side before I could keep it going.

Missed connection in Milton, Ontario - Milton Leisure Centre

Milton Leisure Centre lobby
Thursday, May 7 - 5:44 PM
After a swim at the Leisure Centre, we both waited for the same slow locker. You joked about Olympic patience. I wanted to ask if you swam mornings or evenings. Asked neither.

Missed connection in Burlington, Ontario - Brant Street Pier

Brant Street Pier at sunset
Friday, May 8 - 6:38 PM
You were taking photos of the lift bridge from the Brant Street Pier as the sun went down. I offered to take one with you in it and you laughed and said you always end up behind the camera. Should have offered to be in the next one.

Missed connection in Milton, Ontario - Springridge Farm

Springridge Farm, apple season
Thursday, May 7 - 8:53 PM
Apple season at Springridge Farm, we reached for the same basket and you let me have it. We compared notes on the best pie apples by the wagon. I made the pie. It needed a second opinion.

Missed connection in Milton, Ontario - Kelso Conservation Area

Kelso beach afternoon
Friday, May 8 - 6:03 PM
Hot afternoon at Kelso, you were setting up a paddleboard near the beach and asked if I would watch your bag. I did, gladly. You waved coming back in but I had already packed up. I am kicking myself.

Missed connection in Hamilton, Ontario - McMaster University

McMaster, between classes
Monday, May 4 - 7:57 AM
On campus at Mac by the student centre, you helped me when my bike lock jammed and stayed until it opened. We talked about your program for a few minutes. I never caught your name, just your kindness.

Missed connection in Georgetown, Ontario - Cedarvale Park

Cedarvale Park bridge
Monday, May 4 - 7:40 AM
Afternoon at Cedarvale Park, you were photographing the creek from the little bridge. Your dog adopted me for about five minutes. We laughed about it. You called the dog back and I forgot to say more than "cute pup."

Missed connection in Georgetown, Ontario - Main Street

Main Street Georgetown, Saturday
Wednesday, May 6 - 8:38 PM
Saturday morning on Main Street in downtown Georgetown, you were carrying flowers and a coffee and somehow a newspaper. We both smiled at the juggling act. I held the door at the bakery. Wish I had held the conversation too.

Missed connection in Morden, Manitoba - Corn and Apple festival grounds

Corn and Apple, you shared the cider line
Wednesday, May 6
At Corn and Apple you let me into the cider line because I was clearly losing an argument with a paper map. You said the booth third from the end was the one that does not water it down. I trusted you. You were right. I lost you by the quilt racks.

Missed connection in Moncton, New Brunswick - Magnetic Hill

Magnetic Hill, the car did not impress you
Sunday, May 3 - 2:20 PM
I made a whole speech about the Magnetic Hill illusion and you said “or the road is sloped.” Correct, and you did not even get out of the passenger seat of your own life to deliver it. We were in the little line of cars. You rolled your window down to say it to me specifically, which I am choosing to take personally.

Missed connection in Ancaster, Ontario - Ancaster Mill

Ancaster Mill, by the falls
Saturday, May 2 - 12:53 PM
Sunday brunch at the Ancaster Mill, you were on the patio over the falls and we kept catching eyes between courses. You smiled when the water got loud and we both gave up trying to talk over it. I would try again somewhere quieter.

Missed connection in Oakville, Ontario - Bronte Harbour

Bronte Harbour pier
Saturday, May 2 - 12:05 PM
Evening at Bronte Harbour, you were sitting on the pier watching the boats come in. I walked past twice. The second time you said "nice night" and I just nodded. It was a nice night. I would love a redo.

Missed connection in Milton, Ontario - Milton GO Station

Milton GO, early train
Sunday, May 3 - 6:17 PM
Early train out of Milton GO, you were half asleep with a giant coffee and a tote full of textbooks. We ended up standing by the doors and you smiled when the announcement glitched. Long commute, short courage.

Missed connection in Oakville, Ontario - Oakville Place

Oakville Place - second floor
Friday, May 1 - 3:41 PM
You were at Oakville Place on Thursday, helping a kid find a dropped mitten near the escalator. I thought that was lovely. We caught eyes and you smiled. I was carrying way too many bags.

Missed connection in Hamilton, Ontario - Locke Street

Locke Street coffee
Monday, April 27 - 7:12 PM
Saturday on Locke Street, you were reading on a café patio with a dog tied politely to the railing. We talked about the dog more than ourselves. Typical. I would love to talk about literally anything else next time.

Missed connection in Georgetown, Ontario - Hungry Hollow

Hungry Hollow trail
Saturday, April 25 - 12:54 PM
On the Hungry Hollow trail, you stopped to help me figure out which fork led back to town. We walked it together and talked the whole way. At the trailhead we said bye like it was nothing. It was not, for me.

Missed connection in Burlington, Ontario - Mapleview Centre

Mapleview Centre - bookstore
Sunday, April 26 - 8:26 AM
We both reached for the same display copy at the bookstore in Mapleview Centre on Saturday afternoon. You were carrying a coffee and a great laugh. I went to find a second copy and by the time I got back you were gone.

Missed connection in Halton Hills, Ontario - Prospect Park

Prospect Park in Acton
Sunday, April 26 - 3:15 PM
Sunday at Prospect Park in Acton, you were teaching a kid to skip stones at the lake, patient as anything. I watched longer than was probably normal. We smiled when you caught me. I would love to learn too.

Missed connection in Hamilton, Ontario - James Street North

James Street North art crawl
Sunday, April 26 - 9:51 PM
Art Crawl on James Street North, we kept ending up at the same little galleries. You said the photography one was your favourite and so was mine. We lost each other in the crowd by the second block.

Missed connection in Burlington, Ontario - Appleby GO Station

Appleby GO, evening train
Friday, April 24 - 9:53 PM
Coming home on the evening train into Appleby GO, you helped an older woman with her suitcase down the stairs without making a thing of it. I noticed. I was the one in the green raincoat trying not to stare.

Missed connection in Oakville, Ontario - Kerr Village

Kerr Village coffee
Tuesday, April 21 - 9:46 AM
You were in line at a café in Kerr Village ordering something elaborate and apologizing to the barista for it. I told you never apologize for a good order. We laughed. I left before I got your name.

Missed connection in Burlington, Ontario - Lakeshore Road

Lakeshore Road patio
Wednesday, April 22 - 7:42 AM
You were on a patio along Lakeshore Road with a couple of friends, but you smiled over at me twice. I was a few tables down with my sister. By the time my food came you had left. Burlington is a small place, maybe again?

Missed connection in Milton, Ontario - Rattlesnake Point

You: at the Rattlesnake Point lookout
Saturday, April 18 - 8:39 AM
Up at Rattlesnake Point on Sunday, you were at the lookout catching your breath and the view. We talked about which trail was less brutal on the way up. I took the long way down hoping to catch you. Missed you.

Missed connection in Hamilton, Ontario - Pier 8

Pier 8 morning coffee
Sunday, April 19 - 10:59 PM
Early at Pier 8, you were watching the boats with a coffee and a camera. We talked about the new waterfront builds. You headed toward the trail and I stood there like the lighthouse. Next coffee on me?

Missed connection in Burlington, Ontario - Tamp Coffee

Tamp Coffee in Aldershot
Saturday, April 18 - 11:43 AM
You were writing in a notebook at Tamp Coffee in Aldershot, oat latte in hand. I was at the next stool pretending to work. We swapped a smile when the espresso machine got loud. Wish I had asked what you were writing.

Missed connection in Halton Hills, Ontario - Fairy Lake

Fairy Lake, Acton
Friday, April 17 - 3:45 PM
Evening at Fairy Lake in Acton, you were fishing off the dock and not catching much but not minding. We talked about that being the point. The sun went down and I headed off without asking your name.

Missed connection in Ancaster, Ontario - Coach & Lantern Pub

Coach & Lantern patio
Sunday, April 19 - 10:11 PM
Friday on the Coach & Lantern patio, you were with friends but we kept trading smiles across the patio. You toasted in my direction once. I lifted my pint and then chickened out completely. I owe you a real hello.

Missed connection in Ancaster, Ontario - The Meadowlands

The Meadowlands, Saturday
Friday, April 17 - 10:28 AM
At the Meadowlands on a busy Saturday, you let me go ahead in line when you saw I only had one thing. Small kindness, big smile. I should have waited outside to say thanks properly.

Missed connection in Burlington, Ontario - Emma's Back Porch

Emma's Back Porch, live music
Wednesday, April 15 - 4:20 PM
Friday night at Emma's Back Porch, you were near the front for the live band, singing every word. We danced near each other for a couple songs and then the crowd swallowed us up. You had the best energy in the room.

Missed connection in Vancouver, British Columbia - The Corner Café

Coffee shop - you were studying
Friday, January 12 - 2:30 PM
You were at a corner table with your laptop, studying. I was working nearby and couldn't stop glancing over. When you left, you looked back and smiled. Wish I had said hello. You had long dark hair and were wearing a green cardigan.

Missed connection in Montreal, Quebec - Riverside Park

Dog park encounter
Sunday, January 7 - 4:00 PM
Our dogs were playing together - you have the golden retriever, I have the beagle. We talked for a bit about our dogs but I didn't get your name or number. You mentioned you come here most Sundays. Maybe we'll see each other again?

Missed connection in Calgary, Alberta - Whole Foods Market

Grocery store - produce section
Sunday, January 14 - 6:45 PM
We both reached for the same avocado at the same time. We laughed, you let me have it. We chatted briefly about cooking, but the checkout line was calling. You were wearing glasses and had a great laugh. I was buying ingredients for tacos.

Missed connection in Ottawa, Ontario - Sunrise Yoga Studio

Yoga class - you were in front
Saturday, January 13 - 7:00 PM
You were in the front row of the class. I noticed you from behind and we happened to be next to each other during the cool down. You have beautiful energy. I wanted to introduce myself after class but you left quickly. You were wearing a purple mat and had amazing form.

Missed connection in Toronto, Ontario - City Books

Bookstore - mystery section
Thursday, January 11 - 3:20 PM
We both reached for the same Agatha Christie novel. You laughed and said "you can have it" but I insisted you take it. We talked for a few minutes about mystery novels. I should have asked for your number. You were wearing a denim jacket and had the kindest eyes.

Missed connection in St. Albert, Alberta - Whole Foods Market

You at the concert last night
Friday, January 9 - 11:01 AM
We were both in the front row, singing along to every song. You looked over and smiled during my favorite track. After the show, I saw you leaving but couldn't catch up. You had amazing energy and a great voice!

Missed connection in Baker Lake, Nunavut - Beach Park

Art gallery opening
Thursday, January 8 - 10:01 PM
You were admiring the same painting I was drawn to. We stood next to each other for a while, both silent. You commented on the use of color and we had a brief conversation. You seemed really knowledgeable about art. I was the one asking questions.

Missed connection in Red Deer, Alberta - The Art Gallery

Art gallery opening
Monday, January 5 - 12:58 PM
You were admiring the same painting I was drawn to. We stood next to each other for a while, both silent. You commented on the use of color and we had a brief conversation. You seemed really knowledgeable about art. I was the one asking questions.

Missed connection in Thompson, Manitoba - Airport Terminal

You: Blue jacket, Red Line train
Tuesday, January 6 - 5:58 PM
You were reading a book (looked like sci-fi) and I was across the aisle. We made eye contact a few times, and you smiled. I got off at the next stop before I could say anything. You were wearing a blue jacket and had a messenger bag. I was the one in the gray sweater.

Missed connection in Winnipeg, Manitoba - Airport Terminal

Grocery store - produce section
Saturday, January 3 - 8:28 AM
We both reached for the same avocado at the same time. We laughed, you let me have it. We chatted briefly about cooking, but the checkout line was calling. You were wearing glasses and had a great laugh. I was buying ingredients for tacos.

Missed connection in Cambridge Bay, Nunavut - The Art Gallery

Dog park - your border collie
Friday, January 2 - 12:27 PM
Your border collie was amazing - so well trained! You were playing fetch and I was watching with my dog. We talked briefly about training techniques. You mentioned you come here most evenings. I'd love to chat more about dogs.

Missed connection in Langley, British Columbia - Bus Stop

You at the bar
Friday, January 2 - 6:44 PM
You were sitting at the bar alone, reading something on your phone. I was with friends but couldn't stop looking over. When you left, you looked back and we made eye contact. You had a warm smile. Wish I had come over to say hi.

Missed connection in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia - Downtown Bar

Art gallery opening
Friday, January 2 - 7:06 PM
You were admiring the same painting I was drawn to. We stood next to each other for a while, both silent. You commented on the use of color and we had a brief conversation. You seemed really knowledgeable about art. I was the one asking questions.

Missed connection in Saint-Hyacinthe, Quebec - Central Library

You on the subway platform
Sunday, January 4 - 10:28 AM
We were both waiting for the train, standing near each other. You were listening to music and I was reading. We both got on the same car and you sat across from me. You looked over a few times. I was the one in the black coat.

Missed connection in Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Quebec - Movie Theater

Yoga class - you were in front
Friday, January 2 - 8:59 AM
You were in the front row of the class. I noticed you from behind and we happened to be next to each other during the cool down. You have beautiful energy. I wanted to introduce myself after class but you left quickly. You were wearing a purple mat and had amazing form.

Missed connection in Kingston, Ontario - Concert Venue

Dog park - your border collie
Friday, January 2 - 7:21 AM
Your border collie was amazing - so well trained! You were playing fetch and I was watching with my dog. We talked briefly about training techniques. You mentioned you come here most evenings. I'd love to chat more about dogs.

Missed connection in Cornwall, Prince Edward Island - Concert Venue

You at the concert last night
Wednesday, December 31 - 5:17 PM
We were both in the front row, singing along to every song. You looked over and smiled during my favorite track. After the show, I saw you leaving but couldn't catch up. You had amazing energy and a great voice!

Missed connection in Chilliwack, British Columbia - University Campus

Bookstore - mystery section
Wednesday, December 31 - 6:46 AM
We both reached for the same Agatha Christie novel. You laughed and said "you can have it" but I insisted you take it. We talked for a few minutes about mystery novels. I should have asked for your number. You were wearing a denim jacket and had the kindest eyes.

Missed connection in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan - Movie Theater

You on the subway platform
Tuesday, December 30 - 8:47 PM
We were both waiting for the train, standing near each other. You were listening to music and I was reading. We both got on the same car and you sat across from me. You looked over a few times. I was the one in the black coat.

Missed connection in Rankin Inlet, Nunavut - Movie Theater

Grocery store checkout
Tuesday, December 30 - 6:44 AM
You were ahead of me in line. We made small talk about the weather and the long line. You had a great sense of humor. When it was your turn, you wished me a good day. I was buying way too much for one person, you noticed and smiled.

Missed connection in Calgary, Alberta - Beach Park

Running in the park
Sunday, December 28 - 11:11 PM
We were both running the same loop. You were ahead of me for most of it, then we ran side by side for a bit. You said "nice pace" and I said thanks. That was it, but I wanted to say more. You had great form.

Missed connection in Inuvik, Northwest Territories - Riverside Park

Grocery store checkout
Tuesday, December 30 - 8:06 PM
You were ahead of me in line. We made small talk about the weather and the long line. You had a great sense of humor. When it was your turn, you wished me a good day. I was buying way too much for one person, you noticed and smiled.

Missed connection in Vaughan, Ontario - Train Station

Running in the park
Sunday, December 28 - 4:18 PM
We were both running the same loop. You were ahead of me for most of it, then we ran side by side for a bit. You said "nice pace" and I said thanks. That was it, but I wanted to say more. You had great form.

Missed connection in Terrebonne, Quebec - Riverside Park

You on the subway platform
Thursday, December 25 - 10:27 PM
We were both waiting for the train, standing near each other. You were listening to music and I was reading. We both got on the same car and you sat across from me. You looked over a few times. I was the one in the black coat.

Missed connection in Richmond, British Columbia - Sunrise Yoga Studio

Library - second floor
Wednesday, December 24 - 3:38 PM
You were studying at the table across from me. We kept making eye contact and you smiled a few times. When you packed up to leave, I wanted to say something but you were already gone. You had a stack of textbooks and looked focused.

Missed connection in Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador - Airport Terminal

Coffee shop - you were studying
Wednesday, December 24 - 10:40 PM
You were at a corner table with your laptop, studying. I was working nearby and couldn't stop glancing over. When you left, you looked back and smiled. Wish I had said hello. You had long dark hair and were wearing a green cardigan.

Missed connection in Weyburn, Saskatchewan - Movie Theater

Farmer's market Saturday morning
Thursday, December 25 - 10:31 AM
We kept running into each other at different vendors. You bought fresh flowers, I was getting vegetables. We smiled and said "excuse me" a few times. You had a nice tote bag and seemed to know all the vendors. Wish I had struck up a conversation.