It's that time of year again. You know, the time of year when you're searching for a new creative outlet and we're searching for creative people. Or, you're looking to write more and your favourite local web site (and, plug, iPhone and iPad apps) are looking for new writers. Plus, if the title of this post didn't give its purpose away then we really have our work cut out for us. Um, if you haven't guessed by now, I really didn't have a clue what to write in this intro. It's late and I've eaten too much pavlova.

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Although Rob Ford continued to proclaim that "taxpayers want subways" the folks on city council proved they don't buy that theory, earlier today adopting a motion put forward by Karen Stintz to return to a LRT-focused transit plan that looks a lot like the first phase of Transit City. After a marathon special meeting at City Hall today, the final tally was 25-18 in favour of the TTC Chair's transit strategy, which includes light rail on Finch Avenue, an at-grade section on Eglinton East and a proposal to investigate the best course of action for Sheppard Avenue East.

Name: Regina
Occupation: What don't I do? Marketing coordinator
My Style: classy & dancer — only interested in fun!
Favourite Item: I made my own head piece with feather.

Name: Christine
Occupation: Writer
My Style: Flirty-thirty hipster chick with exotic flare!
Favourite Item: My fascinator from ASOS

Name: Anna
Occupation: Designer
My Style: Classic & elegant
Favourite Item: My shoes.

Name: Armin
Occupation: Creative Director
My Style: Colourful
Favourite Item: My watch.

Name: Brian
Occupation: Designer
My Style: What I'm wearing.
Favourite Item: My glasses

Name: Dave
Occupation: Art Director
My Style: Helplessly casual.
Favourite Item: My socks

Sometimes the world looks more interesting in the reflection of a puddle. After having a glance at some rather accomplished street puddle shots — no that's not an oxymoron — on Gizmodo yesterday, we thought it worth a perusal of the blogTO Flickr pool to see if any local photographers had been similarly inspired. Lo and behold, there were lots of puddle pics to choose from. And good ones, too. So, what else is there to say? Sometimes looking down can get you up. Lead photo by Anthony AA.