As per the suggestion of Vincent, after responding to a request about a bug and sharing his appreciation of my check-ins in France while I was on vacation there, he expressed his desire to have pictures included in each check-in posted from the trails.numericcitizen.me web app. I couldn't resist and added this capability. That being said, I don't plan to systematically post the image with the text content, though.
This is Montreal, Summer 2026 โ My office building offers a view of the Quartier des Spectacles, a vibrant area filled with festivals year-round. Notice the building with the painted woman's face, looking at me. Mesmerizing. Follow the trail.
This is Montreal, Summer 2026 โ Typical architecture of the Plateau Mont-Royal and part of Rosemont, Montreal. Built around 1890-1900. I think there is some Victorian style to this house (especially the balcony). Follow the trail.
A great piece by Mike Elgan writing for Machine Society (on Substack). Stay smart, be smart, don't become a slop zombie.
https://www.machinesociety.ai/i/206480706/the-trouble-with-slop-zombies
This is Montreal, Summer 2026 โ Montreal has become a true bike city. The transformation over the past 15 years is remarkable, reminiscent of Amsterdam. Follow the trail.
This is Montreal, Summer 2026 โ The best public park in Montreal, the Sir Wilfrid Laurier park, where I used to stay close. I go there from time to time. Follow the trail.
This is Montreal, Summer 2026 โ The main building of the Atwater Public Market. This Art Deco-style building was built in 1933. What a beautiful day this was. Follow the trail.
This is Montreal, Summer 2026 โ I took this one for the lighting. A few years ago, I had an Instagram account for sharing images similar to that one. The account name, if translated from French, meant: Montreal is dying. Follow the trail.
This is Montreal, Summer 2026 โ Street life in downtown Montreal. It was a superb day. Follow the trail.
This is Montreal, Summer 2026 โ I love public markets! So many photo opportunities! Follow the trail.