as I walk Toronto

In the lead role, the hero of our story, the Tim Hortons coffee cup, a bright red Canadian icon with its usual black top and brown sleeve.  He gets around.  The city is his playground.  Whether it’s standing out against a minimalist black and white background….

or trying hard to fit into the colours of the city.

There are times when he’s on top of the world. King of the castle so to speak.

.. and he rides in style with his private seat on the TTC.

But it’s not always an easy life. Sometimes he’s down in the dumps facing hurdles that are too high.   He’s left feeling abandoned and neglected.  Vacant.

And he has even considered ending it all.

But he’s an urban guy.   He knows that life is what you make of it.

 And there are always others just like him that he can count on for a chat or for a shoulder to cry on.

He has many fine traits.  He can be a curious fellow but he knows his limits.

He knows that sometimes you have to be patient… but that doors usually open.

He’s frequently warm and often ready to lend a hand.  In case of fire, he’s there!

You’ll find him in many places around the city, watching, waiting, and keeping an eye on the situation in his own quiet way.  He too is part of this city.

Casting by Tim Hortons.
No cups were disturbed in the making of this story.
Look for the sequel, ‘A Tim’s Christmas’ playing in a street near you.