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Thirteen Jobs That I've Had 1. My First Job: Babysitter for my family and my Cousins. 2. I worked as a janitor in my Dad's office. I vacuumed, dusted, cleaned the bathrooms, and took out the garbage and recycling every Sunday night. (I earned $50 a month) I did this for a couple of years, then my sister took over. 3. In grade 11, I started working for the Assiniboia Child Care Services. I loved my daycare job! 4. For two summers, I worked for Assiniboia Economic Development. I was mainly an office gopher the first year, and the second, I developed some real projects. 5. After high school, I worked for two years at the SAAN Store. MMMM...Retail Clothing! Exciting! 6. I then moved to Saskatoon, and needed a job to pay my rent, so I worked for a few months in a small daycare, Just Like Home. 7. I worked at Pizza Hut on 8th St. (for way too long) as a cook and a waitress. (I'm not such a great waitress, but I can cook a mean Pie!!) Plus, It was while working here that I met my Fantastic, Handsome, and Loving Husband! 8. I got tired of being a "Pizza Slut" and went to work in Midtown at The Bombay Company. 9. I got "stolen" from there to become the Assistant Manager at Roots Canada... 10. ...Only to get passed over for a Management position there, So I went to work for the mall... not just AT the mall! I started working at Guest Services. 11. I recently quit the Administration job, and took on two Part-time endeavors. I am of gainful employ at a retail telecommunications outlet and... 12. At a popular Music Retailer. 13. My next Jump will be in a completely different direction. I am applying to Nursing School for September 2007. I have done a bunch of soul searching, and this is where I truly want to be. Wish me luck, (and donate to the tuition fund please :-)

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Thirteen Things That are Great About Canada:(Note: I said ABOUT not A-BOOT) 1. Corner Gas. It's a tv show about a small town (Very small town) in Saskatchewan. My first 18 years were in a town very much like this fictional "Dog River, SK" 2. Margaret Atwood. The Handmaid's Tale should be required reading in most every high school in the world. 3. Great Big Sea. Three boys from Newfoundland who rock the socks off of most parties! 4. Smarties. I eat the Blue ones last - not the red! M & M's are a very close second in my heart, but smarties will always be the best! (American 'Smarties' are those tiny pressed sugar discs that are super sweet too, but not chocolaty) 5. Trailer Park Boys. See previous posting. 6. Bannock. Not so much fried dough, but cooked over the campfire! AWESOME! 7. Ben Mulroney . He's a cutie. That's all! 8.Crispy Crunch, Coffee Crisp. Again, with the Canadian candies! I'm a sucker with a sweet tooth. 9. Our footballs fields are bigger and we go further in less downs! CFL RULES! 10. Mr. Dressup kicks Mr. Rogers ass. Note: I realize that Mr. Dressup was an American, but how many other children's performers could get away with telling the children that "He didn't want to play because sometimes grown-ups need time away from children." 11. A Canadian invented Superman. Only one of the best superheros EVER! 12. Tim Hortons kicks Dunkin' Donuts ass. But Krispie Kreme is the supreme ruler of fried dough land...Only in Canada could an ex-NHL-er who died in a drinking and driving accident be a national hero and have coffee and doughnuts named after him. 13. CBC news. No comparison to FOX or even CNN...

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(A Late) Thursday 13 Quickie

( Here's a late entry. I went through my CD's, took one counted 13 spaces down and took the next one. I thought that would be a very random sample and a fair selection.)

Thirteen of my CD's at random:

1.) Counting Crows - August and Everything After

2.) Nirvana - Unplugged in New York

3.) The Arrogant Worms - Christmas Turkey

4.) Matthew Good Band - Underdogs

5.) A disc of various rap and hip-hop that my sister burned for me a few years ago that She titled "Sex Me Up Songs"

6.) The Beatles - Rubber Soul

7.) The Meligrove Band - Planets Conspire

8.) The Shins - Oh Inverted World

9.) Ok Go - Ok Go (self titled debut)

10.) The Tragically Hip - Live Between Us

11.) The Doors - The Soft Parade

12.) Great Big Sea - Play

13.) Emm Gryner - The Summer of High Hopes

Imagine the conversations!

Thirteen people that I would LOVE to sit with and have a cup of tea. 1. The Dalai Lama. He was presented with honorary Canadian citizenship earlier this month. I would like to talk with him about spirituality and learn from him. 2. President George W. Bush. Just to simply find out WHY!! Why he does the stuff that he does. 3. Peter and Bobby Farrelly. I would like to discuss films with these two. for a couple of guys who make movies for frat guys, they seem to posess wicked talent. 4. Pope Benedict XVI. As any Catholic can attest to, (Reformed or otherwise) we are all drawn to the Vatican. I would love to talk shop with The Pope and truly discover what his real thoughts on spirituality are. 5. Emma Thompson. Not only an accomplished actress, but also a fantastic writer. She wrote the screenplay for Nanny McPhee. 6. My Great Grandma (My Dad's Dad's Mom). My Baba had stories of the old country, and running from the Nazi's, plus I hear that she was wicked awesome in the kitchen. She died when I was a baby. I wish I could have heard her stories first hand. 7. Zach Braff. He's a hottie, with GREAT taste in music. Nuff said. 8. Idina Menzel. This chick can sing! She was the original Maureen Johnson in RENT, and most recently was cast in 'Wicked' as Elphaba. 9. Christopher Moore. As a slightly twisted person, I read Chris' books almost religiously. His newest one is to be called Love Sucks and is a sequel to Bloodsucking Fiends. 10. Brian McLaren. I'm just beginning the book A Generous Orthodoxy :Why I am a missional, evangelical, post/protestant, liberal/conservative, mystical/poetic, biblical, charismatic/contemplative, fundamentalist/calvinist, anabaptist/anglican, methodist, catholic, green, incarnational, depressed-yet-hopeful, emergent, unfinished Christian. It's the only book I've ever read that has a "Chapter 0." 11. My Mom. I miss her. I haven't seen her in a few months.... (I know that there are people who go longer than a few months without a visit with their Moms, but there are also people who can see them every day!!!) 12. Anne Lamott. I have fallen in love with her. I have a post on Travelling Mercies that I'm writing now, so please stay tuned! If you have ever felt alone, or abandoned by "god", you need to read this book. The first chapter titled Lily Pads, had me hooked for good. 13. Finally, I would love to have a cup of tea with all of you! My loyal readers! I know a small few of you in the real world, but you all leave your impressions on me with your kind words, and encouragement. Thanks for everything!

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It's a bird, It's a plane...No! It's the Thursday 13!

Thirteen things I did instead of Blogging or Writing
the Thursday thirteens this summer:

1. I re-watched all six seasons of Sex and the City on DVD.
2. I got crazy busy working two jobs...(What's sunshine? And what does this 'fresh air' that you speak of smell like?)
3. I started deciding what I want to do when I grow up.
4. I began to read Wicked, but my Husband stole it from me!
5. I developed a girl crush on Anne Lamott. I have Plan B: Further Thoughts on Faith on order at the library :-)
6. I discovered the single greatest new band on the planet: TV on the Radio Go out right now and buy their album Return to Cookie Mountain, go right now, I'll wait for you to come back!
7. I did read all of your blogs...Religiously! I swear!
8. I got myself reacquainted with the queen, Ms. Hepburn, by having a marathon viewing of her best movies (Roman Holiday, Sabrina, Charade, Two for the Road, My Fair Lady, Funny Face, Wait Until Dark, Love in the Afternoon, Breakfast at Tiffany's)
9. I Planned a whole year's worth of activities for my Spark Group!
10. I started the daunting task of taming my poor kittie's mats. He is so very anti-grooming, that this is a really rough experience for us both!
11. I donated to the annual CFCR FM-Phasis fundraiser. You should too! The theme this year is "Inside Your Head".
12. I have been drinking some tasty teas courtesy my favorite Blogger, and learning about the whole experience here! (Who would have guessed that Tea has it's own website!) ps - my favorite has to be the Twinings Lemon & Ginger in the AM and the Bigelow Earl Grey Green in the PM! Thanks for the cornucopia of flavours to experiment with!
13. Finally, I was nursing a terrible crush on a certain Mr. Braff, and I alleviated it with an opening night viewing of The Last Kiss (Which, by the way, is an excellent movie, no matter what you may have heard. It is very true to life, and it delves into the theory that not every relationship comes along and is perfect. You have to work at at relationship. Just because you love someone, does not mean that you will live happily ever after!)

Happy Thursday

Thirteen Things this week that make me smile: 1. I Love summer! 2. Slurpees are half price at the 7-11 near my house! 3. Only one sleep until Travis starts his holidays and we head out of town for a week. 4. My baby sister is getting married in ONLY 8 DAYS!!! 5. My "new" haircolour looks Fantastic! (It's just new hilights, but they are spiffy! 6. My other sister and her boyfriend are moved into their new apartment in Sutherland. That means more visits :-) 7. Baby Kaylee and I had another visit this week. (That would make anyone happy though!) 8. I ran all of my errands this week, and still had tons of free time to read my new book, Anybody out there By Marian Keyes. (I'm almost finished!) 9. I got a belated birthday gift, a LaSenza gift card! Mamma needs some new undies! :-) 10. I had a GREAT interview and I got a job offer! 11. I cleaned out a bunch of our "Trash" and turned it into some other people's treasures through Saskatoon Freecyclers. If you aren't a member of your Community's Freecycle group, JOIN IT!!! 12. While cleaning said "trash", I found a book that I thought I had lost. It's the Guests of War Trilogy by Kit Pearson. Great story about a British girl who is sent to live in Canada during WWII. 13. I donated blood this morning. That always makes me feel good inside! Have a great Long weekend! No matter what day you celebrate, July 1st or the 4th, celebrate safely, and we'll see each other next week!

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Thursday 13!

Since I missed last week, here's a good excuse:

Thirteen Reasons why I didn't do a 13 List last week:

1. I was Tired from my birthday party.

2. Ok, I was actually Hung over... not tired.

3. I was too busy Quitting my job.

4. (Which I am happy not going to anymore, by the Way!!!)

5. I was too busy making tea in my new white teapot.

6. I was Reading.

7. I was trying to find an apartment for my sister who is now moving to Saskatoon. (She's got a great one now, thanks to moi!)

8. I was watching Sex and the City, and I got so caught up in the drama with Mr. Big, that I forgot to do anything! (Chris Noth is so hot, he should be illegal!)

9. I was writing my newest novel, Confessions of a Non-Heiress: How I Became the New Paris Hilton. (You can buy it on Amazon.com)

10. I was washing my hair.

11. I couldn't post anything because I lost my voice! (Bonus points if you can actually prove that I didn't :-)

12. I was too upset by the loss of Laguna Beach for the summer.

13. I was much too busy treating my Spring Fever. Careful, it's contagious.

I'm really sorry that I missed you all last week, and I hope that I gave you a laugh this week to make up for it!

It's Thursday again!

The Janelle (The only girl that I could ever
Live with and Live to tell the Tale) Edition of
Thirteen Things That I Like About You:

1. You smell really good. (mmmm Satsuma)
2. You have a great fashion sense.
3. You let me borrow $5.00.
4. You never called me names.
5. You hated that ex-friend of mine too.
6. You never spoil movies or tv shows for me.
7. You let me win that foot race that one time.
8. You told me that I had that parsley in my teeth, before I went over to talk to that cute boy.
9. You keep all of the secrets that I tell you
10. You went to my Grade six school dance with me and my friends, then we had a great sleepover afterwards.
11. You never stole my clothes or shoes.
12. You didn't mind if I hung out at work with you when I was bored or lonely.
13. You said that I was the best roommate that you ever had.

I miss you lots Janelle! I am going to come to Calgary and sleep on your couch and steal your food, and drink lots with you! I hope that things keep going well for you!

Thursday 13

The Thirteen Best Song Lyrics Ever! 1. They - Jem (Finally Woken 2004) "Who made up all the rules? We follow them like fools, believe them to be true, don't care to think them through." 2. Best of you - Foo Fighters (In Your Honor 2005) "Were you born to resist, or be abused?" 3. Acid - Emm Gryner (Public 1998) "Hey, I'll always wish I was with you. Hurt me, you can't kill me, whatever you want to do. Hey, I'll always wish I had your hand. It would take away the acid if I thought you'd understand. But I don't think you understand." 4. So says I - The Shins (Chutes Too Narrow 2003) "In our darkest hours we have all asked for some angel to come sprinkle his dust all around" 5. Let Go - Frou Frou (Details 2002) "There's Beauty in the Breakdown" 6. Lullaby - The Dixie Chicks (Taking the Long Way 2006) "How long do you wanna be loved? Is forever enough, Is forever enough? How long so you wanna be loved? Is forever enough 'cause I'm never, never givin' you up." 7. Elsewhere - Sarah McLachlan (Fumbling Towards Ecstasy 1993) "I believe this is heaven, to no one else but me, and I'll defend it, as long as I can be left here to linger, in silence, if I choose to, would you try to understand?" 8. God - Tori Amos (Under the Pink 1994) "God sometimes you just don't come through. Do you need a woman to look after you?" 9. There's A Good Reason These Tables Are Numbered Honey. You Just Haven't Thought Of It Yet - Panic! At the Disco (A Fever You Can't Sweat Out 2005) "Talk to the mirror, oh, choke back tears. And keep telling yourself that "I'm a diva!" 10. All you need is Love - The Beatles (Magical Mystery Tour 1967) "Nothing you can do, but you can learn how to be you, in time. It's easy!" 11. Better Days - Goo Goo Dolls (Let Love In 2006) "Cuz I don't need boxes wrapped in strings, And desire and love and empty things. Just a chance that maybe we'll find better days" 12. Stairway to Heaven - Led Zeppelin (Led Zeppelin IV 1971) "And as we wind on down the road Our shadows taller than our soul. There walks a lady we all know Who shines white light and wants to show How everything still turns to gold." 13. When You Wish upon a Star - Jiminy Cricket (Pinocchio Soundtrack 1940) "When you wish upon a star, makes no difference who you are. Anything your heart desires will come to you. If your heart is in your dreams, no request is too extreme. When you wish upon a star as dreamers do."

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Thursday 13 Time!

Thirteen Things Tracey is looking forward to about her Little Sister's Bridal Shower / Bachelorette Party this weekend... 1. I haven't seen my family in a few months. 2. My Sister's friends are a ton of fun! 3. I get to see my Bestest Girlfriend Tara! 4. I get to have some "beverages" with said bestest friend... 5. That usually means TROUBLE. (Or a phone call to Mom for bail.) 6. I'm driving to Assiniboia with my other sister (the Second one). 7. That means that we are going to sing loudly and off-key the whole trip. 8. My Grandma will be there! YAY! 9. I haven't had a road trip in a good long while. 10. The Ice Cream stand in Chamberlain. PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM!!! 11. There is a good chance that I will get to torture my two Brothers while I'm there :-) 12. Did I mention Tara was going to be there?!? 13. I love my lil Sis, and I'm happy to see her celebrating the start of her life with Dave!!

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To Travis: I love you!

May 18th 2006

Since today is my fourth Wedding Anniversary, here are Thirteen Reasons I love My Husband 1. He snuck out to my parents house to ask my Dad's permission to Marry Me. 2. He will help me with computer stuff, even though he doesn't think that I should blog. 3. He drives me to work even when doing so will make him late for his job. 4. He watches girlie movies with me, and he only laughs a little bit when I cry during the sappy parts. 5. He puts up with all of the craft supplies, and boxes that come with me being the Head Guider in my Spark Unit, even though we have a VERY small house. 6. Two words: He cooks. 7. He treats my little Brothers like his own. 8. He stands up for what is right, and he will always defend the little guy. 9. He is irresistible when he tilts his head, gives me a grin and a wink, and saunters away. 10. He looks HOT in a suit. 11. When I do stupid things, he still loves me. 12. When we said our wedding vows in front of God, our families and our friends, he was so nervous, he could barely squeak out the "I Do". I decided then and there that I had to love him forever, because there was no way he could say those words ever again! 13. He has a cute bum. Yeah, I'm superficial :-)

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Here I go again!

Thirteen Things about my first official campfire of the year! 1. Campfires make people happy! 2. Campfires smell really nice. There is something about that smoky musk that makes you remember campfires of yesteryear. 3. Campfires can cook MARSHMALLOWS!!! 4. Hot dogs are 100% better on a campfire than on the barbque or boiled. 5. They keep you toasty in the cool evenings (But you have to keep rotating or one side of you will freeze). 6. You learn a lot about your friends when you discover that they are 'Fire Bugs'... 7. You learn a lot about you when you discover that YOU are a "Fire Bug"! 8. A copper pipe in the embers makes the flames turn really neat colours. 9. Anything and Everything will burn, if you leave it in the fire long enough! 10. Wearing glasses only protects you from the smoke for so long, and only from certain angles :-) 11. Although, there are NO MOSQUITOES in the smoke!!! 12. Everyone can sing at a campfire, and no one cares if the song is horrible or you are off key. 13. Campfire season in Saskatchewan is as short as summer, so go out, light a fire, and enjoy the evening before the snow flies again!

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My first shot at joining the Thursday 13 Club!

Thirteen Things that Tracey was asked at work!1. When does the Our Lady Peace concert start tonight? 2. Where are the bathrooms? 3. Who makes the best sandwich in the mall? 4. Where can I get a beer? 5. Why did the _________ store close? 6. Can you do something about the panhandlers outside? 7. Do you have change for a $20? 8. What time does the mall close? 9. How do I get to the 6th floor? (asked by someone standing in front of the elevator!) 10. Can I get bus tickets from you? 11. What is the phone number for __________ store? 12. Is there a dentist in this building? 13. Are you single? (tied with) Can I buy you a drink?

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