I was goint to post the lyrics to my newest song obsession - Unfaithful by Rihanna - But I thought I would do something "classier" for my 300th blathering on this, my little piece of the interweb ;-)
I was loaned a stack of reading materials earlier this month from the Bennetch/Peters library, and I've been immersed in books in my little spare time from work lately. I just read The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd. What an amazing book. I had heard NOTHING about this book before. WHY??? This should be required reading, like To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee.
It's about a fourteen year old who is living in South Carolina in 1964. She is surrounded by the turmoil of the Civil Rights Movement. She has been cared for by an African American woman since her mother's suspicious death. It is because of this woman, that she sets out on her own to "find" her Mother's spirit. She heads out to a small town where she thinks her Mom may have been to in her youth.
This is a story of girl power. A story of love and acceptance. I was moved. I went out yesterday and bought a copy each for myself, my Mom, and my sisters Jen and Christine. I think all women should read this story. If you've ever lost anyone, loved anyone, or felt alone read The Secret Life of Bees and you won't feel so alone anymore.
Saturday, July 22, 2006
Trying to get back in the groove
What a F-ed up week... I'm sorry that I haven't updated. Here's what's brewing in my world.
I have not one, but TWO jobs now. I'm working part-time at both, but right now, it's pushing full-time hours during my training. Place one is a telecommunications company and I get a freaking cool cell phone! It has streaming tv and XM radio, plus I can download and play mp3's. Of course, this is all free to me!!! Yay! Job two is with a music retailer (and anyone who knows me, knows that I spent most of my money there anyway... )
I've been working 'training' shifts at both, and I am really excited about them.
Then, on Wednesday, My main squeeze had his wisdom tooth pulled. I thought I had it bad... He swelled up way worse than I did. So I've made him some 'world famous' mashed potatos :-) (Thanks Becky!) and made him loads of pudding and soup. He's getting really tired of soft foods, and therefore getting really cranky.
And finally, the best news... My friends Kim and Curtis are in Calgary right now, and Curtis said that he would bring me back some Krispie Kreme Donughts!!! That's a perfect gift! :-)
I have not one, but TWO jobs now. I'm working part-time at both, but right now, it's pushing full-time hours during my training. Place one is a telecommunications company and I get a freaking cool cell phone! It has streaming tv and XM radio, plus I can download and play mp3's. Of course, this is all free to me!!! Yay! Job two is with a music retailer (and anyone who knows me, knows that I spent most of my money there anyway... )
I've been working 'training' shifts at both, and I am really excited about them.
Then, on Wednesday, My main squeeze had his wisdom tooth pulled. I thought I had it bad... He swelled up way worse than I did. So I've made him some 'world famous' mashed potatos :-) (Thanks Becky!) and made him loads of pudding and soup. He's getting really tired of soft foods, and therefore getting really cranky.
And finally, the best news... My friends Kim and Curtis are in Calgary right now, and Curtis said that he would bring me back some Krispie Kreme Donughts!!! That's a perfect gift! :-)
Saturday, July 15, 2006
I dreamt that I was Mrs. Stephen Colbert...
...Not just the guy, but the character. He told me that I was almost Republican enough to get married, so we did. (And I don't really like his show that much at all!!!!) (AND I'M NOT A REPUBLICAN!!!!)
It was a VERY strange dream. He was very robotic in his daily tasks and chores. Brushing his teeth, getting a glass of milk, eating cheerios. It was all weird. On the flip side though, there were perks to being Mrs. Colbert. I got to attend the Daily Show Christmas Party, and that Jon Stewart is a hottie! If I dream that I'm married to Stephen again, I think that I'll dream an affair with Jon too ;-)
No more garlic sausage in the evening! :-)
It was a VERY strange dream. He was very robotic in his daily tasks and chores. Brushing his teeth, getting a glass of milk, eating cheerios. It was all weird. On the flip side though, there were perks to being Mrs. Colbert. I got to attend the Daily Show Christmas Party, and that Jon Stewart is a hottie! If I dream that I'm married to Stephen again, I think that I'll dream an affair with Jon too ;-)
No more garlic sausage in the evening! :-)
Friday, July 14, 2006
Greasy Jungle - The Tragically Hip
Greasy jungle metropolis noir
Easy tangles the easiest so far
Ah
I drove down your road
to Hazeldean where I tasted
your funeral home's sandwiches and coffee
I saw your hands melt into one another
I saw you grieve and grow
care alot about one another
I stood at your sink
and I felt your warm water
I washed your dishes
and I looked out your kitchen window where I
saw a soulful gymnast
melt in the air and shudder
just above the snow
making moves that just weren't there
Ah
Velvet callow with wet hands
I turned out the lights and
breathing shallow hesitated
then went upstairs where
I picked up your housecoat
dried my hands and
touched your hair
and just then you awoke
you could never really barely care
Ah
Greasy jungle metropolis noir
I heard this song tonight, and I had to pause. I just stood there with a stupid grin on my face. You know how a song can make you go back in time? This one took me back to Assiniboia circa 1994 - Grade nine. I was siting on Empire Road across from the Kin Park with Lisa singing this damn song at the top of our lungs. Well, we were more like laying down on the road, screaming at the top of our lungs....
Thursday, July 13, 2006
Anybody Out There?
Have you read the book, Anybody Out There By Marian Keyes, yet? I have mentioned this book a few times here already, but I have to tell you, I finally finished it, and It is a great summer read!
It starts out in Ireland. Our heroine Anna Walsh is in her parent's house and is being nursed back to health. She has had the beating of a lifetime, but we don't know how or why she is so badly injured. Her parents and her younger sister (who is a Private Detective who's always hanging out in someone's bushes) are taking care of Anna, but all she wants to do is to get back to New York City. She wants to get back to 'Him', a mysterious man whom she is desperate to see again and back to her fabulous career as a big time fashion/cosmetics executive for a posh PR firm.
As the story progresses, we find out her injuries are because of a horrible accident. And that's about all I can tell you.
This story is so tightly wound, that If I tell you much more it might affect your enjoyment of the book. I actually was forced by my Mother to leave it behind on Sunday when we left, because she had started it during the week.
If you have a week off, and you are going to lounge in the sun or shade, grab a copy of this book by Marian Keyes and enjoy! It is one of the best summer reads you will find.
Plus, Marian has one of the coolest websites that I've ever seen... :-)
It starts out in Ireland. Our heroine Anna Walsh is in her parent's house and is being nursed back to health. She has had the beating of a lifetime, but we don't know how or why she is so badly injured. Her parents and her younger sister (who is a Private Detective who's always hanging out in someone's bushes) are taking care of Anna, but all she wants to do is to get back to New York City. She wants to get back to 'Him', a mysterious man whom she is desperate to see again and back to her fabulous career as a big time fashion/cosmetics executive for a posh PR firm.
As the story progresses, we find out her injuries are because of a horrible accident. And that's about all I can tell you.
This story is so tightly wound, that If I tell you much more it might affect your enjoyment of the book. I actually was forced by my Mother to leave it behind on Sunday when we left, because she had started it during the week.
If you have a week off, and you are going to lounge in the sun or shade, grab a copy of this book by Marian Keyes and enjoy! It is one of the best summer reads you will find.
Plus, Marian has one of the coolest websites that I've ever seen... :-)
Wednesday, July 12, 2006
Three things Meme via Terri
I was tagged by Terri to fill this in...
THREE THINGS THAT SCARE ME:
1: Scary Movies.
2: Big Dogs
3: Getting Old.
THREE PEOPLE WHO MAKE ME LAUGH:
1: Tara
2: Amanda Dalton's Husband Dave.
3: My Auntie Lynn
THREE THINGS I LOVE:
1: My Husband :-)
2: Big Brother Every Summer
3: Starbucks Coffee
THREE THINGS I HATE:
1: Slow internet connections.
2: People who are Fake-Nice!
3: Show offs.
THREE THINGS I DON'T UNDERSTAND:
1: Hate. How can you hate someone that You don't know?
2: How a restaurant can use the same ingredients that I do, yet their food tastes ten times better than mine does!
3: Why there are so many ads on television for drugs. I've never thought to walk into my dr's office and say, "I saw this ad for a drug that will give me loose stools, bleeding ulcers, reduced vision and painful joints, but it makes my asthma better!"
THREE THINGS ON MY DESK:
1: Telephone.
2: Radio (from the storm the other night when we lost power)
3: Candles.
THREE THINGS I'M DOING RIGHT NOW:
1: Watching the View... The Shame!
2: Laundry.
3: Wishing I had central Air.
THREE THINGS I WANT TO DO BEFORE I DIE:
1: See New York City.
2: Be friends with my Sister. (We love each other but don't necessarily like each other)
3: Swim in the Mediterranean.
THREE THINGS I CAN DO:
1: Crochet.
2: Drive a standard.
3: Avoid Housework :-)
THREE WAYS TO DESCRIBE MY PERSONALITY:
1: Loud.
2: Energetic.
3: Diverse.
THREE THINGS I CAN'T DO:
1: Sing.
2: Resist Chocolate.
3: Spell. Sorry, I really can't, and I hate spell check, because most of the time I have mangled the word so badly that it has no suggestions.
THREE THINGS I THINK YOU SHOULD LISTEN TO:
1: The Wolf 104.9 FM Regina. WAY BETTER than rock 102 in Saskatoon.
2: Your Mother. She has your best interests in mind.
3: Other people's opinions. Don't be narrow-minded.
THREE THINGS I DON'T THINK YOU SHOULD LISTEN TO EVER:
1: Disco Music
2: Celebrity Endorsements
3: The Negative voice in your head.
THREE OF MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE FOODS:
1: Chicken Wings
2: Cheesecake!!!!
3: Caesar Salad.
THREE THINGS I'D LIKE TO LEARN:
1: How to cook.
2: Craft skills. My Poor Sparks have little-to-no craft time.
3: patience
THREE BEVERAGES I DRINK REGULARLY:
1: Venti Caramel Macciatto's
2: Chocolate Milk
3: Mike's Hard Lemonade
THREE SHOWS I WATCHED WHEN I WAS A KID:
1: Rainbow Brite
2: Care Bears
3: The Facts of Life
THREE PEOPLE WHO YOU TAGGED TO DO THIS:
1: Jackie at Adventures of a Prairie Girl
2: Dixie at Vandermeander
3: Breanne at Daring to be Remarkable
THREE THINGS THAT SCARE ME:
1: Scary Movies.
2: Big Dogs
3: Getting Old.
THREE PEOPLE WHO MAKE ME LAUGH:
1: Tara
2: Amanda Dalton's Husband Dave.
3: My Auntie Lynn
THREE THINGS I LOVE:
1: My Husband :-)
2: Big Brother Every Summer
3: Starbucks Coffee
THREE THINGS I HATE:
1: Slow internet connections.
2: People who are Fake-Nice!
3: Show offs.
THREE THINGS I DON'T UNDERSTAND:
1: Hate. How can you hate someone that You don't know?
2: How a restaurant can use the same ingredients that I do, yet their food tastes ten times better than mine does!
3: Why there are so many ads on television for drugs. I've never thought to walk into my dr's office and say, "I saw this ad for a drug that will give me loose stools, bleeding ulcers, reduced vision and painful joints, but it makes my asthma better!"
THREE THINGS ON MY DESK:
1: Telephone.
2: Radio (from the storm the other night when we lost power)
3: Candles.
THREE THINGS I'M DOING RIGHT NOW:
1: Watching the View... The Shame!
2: Laundry.
3: Wishing I had central Air.
THREE THINGS I WANT TO DO BEFORE I DIE:
1: See New York City.
2: Be friends with my Sister. (We love each other but don't necessarily like each other)
3: Swim in the Mediterranean.
THREE THINGS I CAN DO:
1: Crochet.
2: Drive a standard.
3: Avoid Housework :-)
THREE WAYS TO DESCRIBE MY PERSONALITY:
1: Loud.
2: Energetic.
3: Diverse.
THREE THINGS I CAN'T DO:
1: Sing.
2: Resist Chocolate.
3: Spell. Sorry, I really can't, and I hate spell check, because most of the time I have mangled the word so badly that it has no suggestions.
THREE THINGS I THINK YOU SHOULD LISTEN TO:
1: The Wolf 104.9 FM Regina. WAY BETTER than rock 102 in Saskatoon.
2: Your Mother. She has your best interests in mind.
3: Other people's opinions. Don't be narrow-minded.
THREE THINGS I DON'T THINK YOU SHOULD LISTEN TO EVER:
1: Disco Music
2: Celebrity Endorsements
3: The Negative voice in your head.
THREE OF MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE FOODS:
1: Chicken Wings
2: Cheesecake!!!!
3: Caesar Salad.
THREE THINGS I'D LIKE TO LEARN:
1: How to cook.
2: Craft skills. My Poor Sparks have little-to-no craft time.
3: patience
THREE BEVERAGES I DRINK REGULARLY:
1: Venti Caramel Macciatto's
2: Chocolate Milk
3: Mike's Hard Lemonade
THREE SHOWS I WATCHED WHEN I WAS A KID:
1: Rainbow Brite
2: Care Bears
3: The Facts of Life
THREE PEOPLE WHO YOU TAGGED TO DO THIS:
1: Jackie at Adventures of a Prairie Girl
2: Dixie at Vandermeander
3: Breanne at Daring to be Remarkable
Tuesday, July 11, 2006
I'm really back, For real!
When I called a girlfriend today, the only thing that she had to say about me not talking to her for two weeks was, "Are you really back, For Real?"
Yes, I'm back really for real! :-)
What a fantastic trip! It was hectic and emotional and full of rage at times, but I only had to call Travis once, In tears. That is a good thing. With my sisters, though we do love each other, we fight, and by fight, I mean that if we could harness the power and energy expended in these battles, we could power the earth many times over.
Here are a few pictures of the wedding. I haven't uploaded any of the Reunion pictures yet.
Here's My sister and Amanda (Matron of Honor) Just before they went into the Church.
Christine and David Saying their Vows.
David Searching for the Garter... I think :-)
And a fine example of WHY red wine is served by the glass, and not by the bottle...
What a Hot couple! - No Really, It was almost 31 degrees out there!
Thursday, July 06, 2006
Good Times, Bad Times and Good Times Yet to Come
It has been an exciting week since I last blogged. I have felt strange not checking emails or going to work or blogging. I almost can't remember what it was like before we had the internet!!! :-)
I have been busy and will continue to be for the next couple of days.
We went to Round Lake for a Family Reunion last Friday, and I left on Monday with my folks to come to Assiniboia for the week. I left The Husband to his own devices in Saskatoon for a few days... I guess I should have warned a few of you about that... Sorry :-)
We thought that it would be a busy week of cooking and preparing for my sister's wedding (which happens on SATURDAY!!!), but I had no Idea how busy we would be. Her fiancee's Grandfather passed away on Thursday, so we had to go to the wake on Mondayand the funeral on Tuesday. The family is native, and their burial rites are a little different than the ones I'm used to. Plus, Grandpa was buried at the family cemetary in Wood Mountain so there was more travel time involved.
I've been to Regina twice in the last three days to go shopping for wedding food and supplies. If I see another Costco Card, I'm going to scream!! I HATE Costco, and I had to go in there twice!!! Arrgh!
Also, My one sister and I are ready to rumble, but we are keeping it under wraps for now. There is a slight difference of opinion on a few things this week, but I am learning how to rage silently and with great stealth. It is neither my wedding, nor is it hers, so I refuse to ruin anything for the sister who is preparing for her nuptuals...
I had to wear my navy dotted dress to the funeral, b/c it was the one that I had here, so now I have to wear the black dress to the wedding. This is the official week of compromise and togetherness.
I am totally going to need a vacation to recover from my vacation.
I will put up pictures of the reunion and the wedding next week when I get back. I miss everyone, and I hope that you are all surviving this heat and humidity. We aren't handling this heat very well here. There has been something in the oven steady since Monday. Either a ham or a turkey or buns... Today, the indoor thermometer said our house was 41 degrees!!! My parents don't have air conditioning. Plus, there are 11 people here sharing two bathrooms, four bedrooms, and one shower. That's SIX GIRLS and 5 boys... Anyone wanna Trade? :-)
I have been busy and will continue to be for the next couple of days.
We went to Round Lake for a Family Reunion last Friday, and I left on Monday with my folks to come to Assiniboia for the week. I left The Husband to his own devices in Saskatoon for a few days... I guess I should have warned a few of you about that... Sorry :-)
We thought that it would be a busy week of cooking and preparing for my sister's wedding (which happens on SATURDAY!!!), but I had no Idea how busy we would be. Her fiancee's Grandfather passed away on Thursday, so we had to go to the wake on Mondayand the funeral on Tuesday. The family is native, and their burial rites are a little different than the ones I'm used to. Plus, Grandpa was buried at the family cemetary in Wood Mountain so there was more travel time involved.
I've been to Regina twice in the last three days to go shopping for wedding food and supplies. If I see another Costco Card, I'm going to scream!! I HATE Costco, and I had to go in there twice!!! Arrgh!
Also, My one sister and I are ready to rumble, but we are keeping it under wraps for now. There is a slight difference of opinion on a few things this week, but I am learning how to rage silently and with great stealth. It is neither my wedding, nor is it hers, so I refuse to ruin anything for the sister who is preparing for her nuptuals...
I had to wear my navy dotted dress to the funeral, b/c it was the one that I had here, so now I have to wear the black dress to the wedding. This is the official week of compromise and togetherness.
I am totally going to need a vacation to recover from my vacation.
I will put up pictures of the reunion and the wedding next week when I get back. I miss everyone, and I hope that you are all surviving this heat and humidity. We aren't handling this heat very well here. There has been something in the oven steady since Monday. Either a ham or a turkey or buns... Today, the indoor thermometer said our house was 41 degrees!!! My parents don't have air conditioning. Plus, there are 11 people here sharing two bathrooms, four bedrooms, and one shower. That's SIX GIRLS and 5 boys... Anyone wanna Trade? :-)
Thursday, June 29, 2006
To Do List:
Do laundry so I have clothes next week: Check
Pack for weekend: Check
Clean Kitchen so the husband has a clean house to come home to next week: Check
Buy Dress (es) for Sister's Wedding: Check-er-oonie!
That's right, I FINALLY got out there and found the PERFECT dress. There were a few choices that were alright, and one black v-neck long slinky black dress that I thought was the one. I had procured Becky to assist in the avoidance of the, "Ohmigawd, I cannot believe that she's wearing that pink skirt with a green tank top!", syndrome, that I have become accustomed to.
I thought that we were about finished, and was preparing to choose between some teal blue flowered thing (It wasn't really that bad) and the black number, when she pulled this navy blue dress with small white polka-dots off the rack. I was REALLY skeptical at first. I would have NEVER in a million years chosen it for myself.
She insisted that I give it a shot. The minute I slid it on, I knew it was THE ONE! It fit like a dream. It has this gather at the bust that draws attention away from my 'footballer shoulders'. Bonus! We grabbed a white shrug and some white accessories to go with the dress. Becky described it well by saying that it was an early sixties / Jackie O. looking dress.
Best part! They were on sale!!! I bought both the navy perfection, the shrug, the black dress (because you always need a black dress, and I don't have a 'grown-up black dress'), two bracelets and earrings and still spent less than $130.00. That's it!
Great afternoon! Great company! Thanks Girl for all your help. This could not have been done without you!
Pack for weekend: Check
Clean Kitchen so the husband has a clean house to come home to next week: Check
Buy Dress (es) for Sister's Wedding: Check-er-oonie!
That's right, I FINALLY got out there and found the PERFECT dress. There were a few choices that were alright, and one black v-neck long slinky black dress that I thought was the one. I had procured Becky to assist in the avoidance of the, "Ohmigawd, I cannot believe that she's wearing that pink skirt with a green tank top!", syndrome, that I have become accustomed to.
I thought that we were about finished, and was preparing to choose between some teal blue flowered thing (It wasn't really that bad) and the black number, when she pulled this navy blue dress with small white polka-dots off the rack. I was REALLY skeptical at first. I would have NEVER in a million years chosen it for myself.
She insisted that I give it a shot. The minute I slid it on, I knew it was THE ONE! It fit like a dream. It has this gather at the bust that draws attention away from my 'footballer shoulders'. Bonus! We grabbed a white shrug and some white accessories to go with the dress. Becky described it well by saying that it was an early sixties / Jackie O. looking dress.
Best part! They were on sale!!! I bought both the navy perfection, the shrug, the black dress (because you always need a black dress, and I don't have a 'grown-up black dress'), two bracelets and earrings and still spent less than $130.00. That's it!
Great afternoon! Great company! Thanks Girl for all your help. This could not have been done without you!
Happy Thursday
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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 4. My baby sister is getting married in ONLY 8 DAYS!!! 5. My "new" haircolour looks Fantastic! (It's just new 6. My other sister and her boyfriend are moved into 7. Baby Kaylee and I had another visit this week. (That 8. I ran all of my errands this week, and still had tons 9. I got a belated birthday gift, a LaSenza gift card! 10. I had a GREAT interview and I got a job offer! 11. I cleaned out a bunch of our "Trash" and turned it 12. While cleaning said "trash", I found a book that I 13. I donated blood this morning. That always makes Have a great Long weekend! No matter what day you |
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It's Freaking Hot Outside!
And I Love It!
It's perfect summer weather. The sun is out, there is a small breeze and the air is thick with humidity! Oh Yeah! I'd take this weather over a cold, blizzardy day in January in a heartbeat!
Wednesday, June 28, 2006
All's well in my World right now...
My interview went very well, I think. I was kind of cheating though, because they know me and they know my style, so I think that the "interview" was basically a formality. I hope that I did myself good...
Think happy thoughts for me :-)
I'm going back outside now. It's too nice to be inside right now.
Think happy thoughts for me :-)
I'm going back outside now. It's too nice to be inside right now.
Insomnia sucks!
Folks, It's well past 2 AM and I'm wide awake. I am excited because I have an interview for a sure-thing job tomorrow in a place where I am eager to go. I cannot wait to tell the details, but I'll have to wait.
I am in Clothes Shopping Denial. If my sisters or my Mom are reading this - Stop Now!!!
I have yet to buy an outfit to wear to my sister's wedding on July 8. No big deal, I've got a week and some... WRONG!
I have today, Thursday and part of Friday. I am going to my family's reunion on Friday night and staying there until Sunday, Driving to Assiniboia with my family on Monday (Clothes shopping ability in Assiniboia=ZERO - Unless I drive to either Moose Jaw or Regina... Idea, Maybe... night not have time though.) And I spend the rest of the week preparing for the wedding. Cooking, baking, decorating, the usual stuff.
I need to get my butt in gear on that one. I just hate buying clothes for myself. I can make a great outfit for someone else, or pick clothes for boys with NO PROBLEM!!! I just cannot seem to dress myself AT ALL! I pick the worst colours or unflattering cuts or styles. And I cannot accessorize for myself either. My sister Jennifer has told me time and time again to just go into a store and tell the sales people: "This is what I want. Bring it to me in multiple colours and lengths!" This doesn't work for me. I'll end up taking 7 times my budget home, it looks like crap on me, and it all ends up in a closet never worn.
Does anyone want to go shopping? I need the voice of reason to go along and keep me out of paisley or fuschia or puce taffeta capri's :-)
I am in Clothes Shopping Denial. If my sisters or my Mom are reading this - Stop Now!!!
I have yet to buy an outfit to wear to my sister's wedding on July 8. No big deal, I've got a week and some... WRONG!
I have today, Thursday and part of Friday. I am going to my family's reunion on Friday night and staying there until Sunday, Driving to Assiniboia with my family on Monday (Clothes shopping ability in Assiniboia=ZERO - Unless I drive to either Moose Jaw or Regina... Idea, Maybe... night not have time though.) And I spend the rest of the week preparing for the wedding. Cooking, baking, decorating, the usual stuff.
I need to get my butt in gear on that one. I just hate buying clothes for myself. I can make a great outfit for someone else, or pick clothes for boys with NO PROBLEM!!! I just cannot seem to dress myself AT ALL! I pick the worst colours or unflattering cuts or styles. And I cannot accessorize for myself either. My sister Jennifer has told me time and time again to just go into a store and tell the sales people: "This is what I want. Bring it to me in multiple colours and lengths!" This doesn't work for me. I'll end up taking 7 times my budget home, it looks like crap on me, and it all ends up in a closet never worn.
Does anyone want to go shopping? I need the voice of reason to go along and keep me out of paisley or fuschia or puce taffeta capri's :-)
Monday, June 26, 2006
My Favorite Episode
"HELL diddily ding dong crap!"
Anyone know which episode of The Simpsons this came from? Hint: It's an older one (Season eight) and it's said to almost every character in the show on someone's front lawn. I'll put the answer in the comments.
This line always makes me giggle. It makes me think of my Brothers Casey and Michael. They would always say that line and wait for my Mom to yell because they had said both 'Hell' and 'Crap'. Good Times :-)
What are your favorite lines or whole episodes?
Sunday, June 25, 2006
If you can't go to church...
...You have the church come to you! At 3:30AM Saturday night, there was a church moving down the street. It was quite the spectacle. There were Saskatoon City Police escorting the procession.
Shaw cable and the City Power vehicles were milling around too. It was a neat thing to see. I'm not sure where it's final destination was, but I'm sure that it was a long drive :-)
Thursday, June 22, 2006
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!
Wednesday, June 21, 2006
Reality Television Night
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Lauren (L.C. from Laguna Beach) is the Star of her own spin-off show that aired tonight. The Hills looks like it will be just as entertaining as Laguna was.
My sister Jennifer got me hooked on Laguna Beach, a show about a group of rich kids living in Laguna Beach, CA. The finale of season two was last week.
This new show follows LC as she gets an Internship at Teen Vogue and works her way through Fashion School.
Should be mindless MTV entertainment. :-)
PLUS!!!! Big Brother 7 All Stars starts tonight! Must go now, the show is about to start. Julie Chen is calling!
Tuesday, June 20, 2006
Sunday, June 18, 2006
Happy Father's Day to all you Dads out there!
I called my Dad tonight and got to tell him the story of my new-found free time :-)
He's pretty excited for me. I won't really say much more until I cash my last paycheque, and then I can share the rest of the sordid details. Needless to say, things are going to take an interesting turn around here.
In other news, Travis threw me a Suprise bash on Saturday. We went to the Q-Room and played some pool and had a great time watching The Oilers Kick some serious butt.
Josh and Tiffany bought me a present. I got The O.C. Board Game! Now we can hang out and prove just how addicted we are to the show by spouting off random facts and details to win points !!! It will make for some fun evenings with them :-) Thanks guys!
He's pretty excited for me. I won't really say much more until I cash my last paycheque, and then I can share the rest of the sordid details. Needless to say, things are going to take an interesting turn around here.
In other news, Travis threw me a Suprise bash on Saturday. We went to the Q-Room and played some pool and had a great time watching The Oilers Kick some serious butt.
Josh and Tiffany bought me a present. I got The O.C. Board Game! Now we can hang out and prove just how addicted we are to the show by spouting off random facts and details to win points !!! It will make for some fun evenings with them :-) Thanks guys!
Friday, June 16, 2006
Whoo Hoo!
The work thing is solved! Yee haw! I came out of a meeting at 3:00 this afternoon happier than I ever have been!
So I attempt to give my notice all day. I'm informed at 1:45 that I've got a "sit down" with the boss at 3. I went in expecting the worst; I came out feeling like I had just scammed them out of 2 weeks pay. I am done working for "the evil empire" as of tomorrow. I basically get 5 weeks severance pay. That is fantastic! I'm leaving on somewhat good terms. I mean I'm leaving on MY TERMS! and no one's feelings got hurt. I love my union!
On a happy note, 5 weeks of pay means that I can take some time and find something that I want to do, instead of something that I have to do.
I am ecstatic!
So I attempt to give my notice all day. I'm informed at 1:45 that I've got a "sit down" with the boss at 3. I went in expecting the worst; I came out feeling like I had just scammed them out of 2 weeks pay. I am done working for "the evil empire" as of tomorrow. I basically get 5 weeks severance pay. That is fantastic! I'm leaving on somewhat good terms. I mean I'm leaving on MY TERMS! and no one's feelings got hurt. I love my union!
On a happy note, 5 weeks of pay means that I can take some time and find something that I want to do, instead of something that I have to do.
I am ecstatic!
Thursday, June 15, 2006
HELP PLEASE!!!
My Fellow Bloggers,
I beg of you all for help! I am writing my letter of Resignation to free myself from an evil corporation and all that I can think to say is:
Dear Sirs and Ladies, (If you are actually ever called that)
Guess what? I've had enough of your crap. You can find someone else to shit on, because as of June 30th, 2006 I will no longer work here. I expect to recieve my final paycheque on or before July 6th, 2006.
Up Yours with Love,
The_yecart
P.S. - I've been stealing paperclips and pens. The gluesticks are next!
Somehow, I don't think that will fly... And besides, even if I've left a job before, It's been under happier circumstances and I never had to write something while biting my tongue. I've NEVER burned a bridge with a possible reference and although, I doubt I will use these guys as one, I still can't give them a "F-You" letter (Even If It's Deserved)
PLEASE, I beg of all of you, help a sister out! If you have any good lines that I can use, send them my way! The_yecart@yahoo.com or in the comments! This letter will be written by 8:30 PM tonight! Come hell or high water, I'm outta here!
EDIT: So it's now way too late to be up, but I have written a lovely letter that calmly states my leaving in soft, gentle words... For Now!!! I will be writing a slightly more bold letter to my supervisor's supervisor stating exactly why I am leaving and giving examples in a calm and logical manner. Tomorrow is not the time for those points. Thanks for the GREAT suggestions, some are in the letter for tomorrow, and some are in the one for 2 weeks from now :-)
Thanks to Becky for proofing my letter tonight!
I beg of you all for help! I am writing my letter of Resignation to free myself from an evil corporation and all that I can think to say is:
Dear Sirs and Ladies, (If you are actually ever called that)
Guess what? I've had enough of your crap. You can find someone else to shit on, because as of June 30th, 2006 I will no longer work here. I expect to recieve my final paycheque on or before July 6th, 2006.
Up Yours with Love,
The_yecart
P.S. - I've been stealing paperclips and pens. The gluesticks are next!
Somehow, I don't think that will fly... And besides, even if I've left a job before, It's been under happier circumstances and I never had to write something while biting my tongue. I've NEVER burned a bridge with a possible reference and although, I doubt I will use these guys as one, I still can't give them a "F-You" letter (Even If It's Deserved)
PLEASE, I beg of all of you, help a sister out! If you have any good lines that I can use, send them my way! The_yecart@yahoo.com or in the comments! This letter will be written by 8:30 PM tonight! Come hell or high water, I'm outta here!
EDIT: So it's now way too late to be up, but I have written a lovely letter that calmly states my leaving in soft, gentle words... For Now!!! I will be writing a slightly more bold letter to my supervisor's supervisor stating exactly why I am leaving and giving examples in a calm and logical manner. Tomorrow is not the time for those points. Thanks for the GREAT suggestions, some are in the letter for tomorrow, and some are in the one for 2 weeks from now :-)
Thanks to Becky for proofing my letter tonight!
The Lake House
I am slowly recovering from the joy of Kaylee's birth this week. What excitement! Plus, she came with that "new baby smell", and who isn't a sucker for that? :-) I've got oodles of pictures, but I'm going to get permission before I post them. (Kim and Curtis have already filled a memory card, I'm sure!)
I'm sure that we all have seen the ads for the new Sandra Bullock and Keanu Reeves movie, The Lake House. If you haven't, it appears to be about a boy and a girl who live at the same lakehouse, but two years apart from each other. The mailbox has some kind of time portal that allows them to write letters to each other. Of course they fall in love, but because of the time difference, they cannot be together... Or can they???
I really want to go see this movie. I've been hinting to the Husband since I saw the first trailer. He doesn't appear to be jumping for it the same way I am though. I still have a few days to twist his arm though ;-)
I'm sure that we all have seen the ads for the new Sandra Bullock and Keanu Reeves movie, The Lake House. If you haven't, it appears to be about a boy and a girl who live at the same lakehouse, but two years apart from each other. The mailbox has some kind of time portal that allows them to write letters to each other. Of course they fall in love, but because of the time difference, they cannot be together... Or can they???
I really want to go see this movie. I've been hinting to the Husband since I saw the first trailer. He doesn't appear to be jumping for it the same way I am though. I still have a few days to twist his arm though ;-)
Tuesday, June 13, 2006
I'm An AUNTIE!!!!
I thought I'd share my happiness with all of you!
At 6:07 PM Today, June 13th (my 26th Birthday) Kim gave birth to a beautiful, healthy baby Grrrl :-) Kaylee Ann is 7lbs 7oz, and 19" long. I hear that she has lots of hair too!
Kaylee will be spoiled today and every June 13th from now onward because we are now official birthday buddies! Congratulations Kim and Curtis!
Monday, June 12, 2006
New Design...
...What do you think? Honestly. Feedback is always welcome here!
I just wanted a change for my b-day. Travis says that it's really girly. I'm not so sure. I think it's more fun.
I just wanted a change for my b-day. Travis says that it's really girly. I'm not so sure. I think it's more fun.
A letter to Kim's baby:
Hey baby!!! You have to be born tomorrow, remember? Your Mommy and I had a talk and we (meaning me, Auntie Tracey) decided that you would be born on my birthday, so that I could spoil you rotten!
I hope that you are born tomorrow sometime, but truthfully, even if you don't come tomorrow, we are all just really glad that you are on your way. You will be so loved! We are all excited to meet you, and hold you, and spoil you silly! Your Mommy and Daddy both already love you so much, and their friends and family do too.
Please just come real soon. Don't wait until the 24th. That was just that silly Doctor's suggestion, not a "real" instruction, ok?
I eagerly await that phone call from your Daddy to get my bum to the hospital to meet you! Love Always, Your (Favorite, I hope) Auntie Tracey.
Sunday, June 11, 2006
What a Fantastic Weekend!!!!
I'm in recovery from an AWESOME weekend!
For starters, Travis and I spent a great deal of time together this weekend. Quality time too :-) We went and played some pool at the Q-Room. The manager is a good friend of Travis' and he gave us a deal for the evening, but even on a regular night of pool or foosball or whatever, they are the best in the city. (Maybe I'm just biased because it's Trav's buddy) Plus, I got to go out for supper, so not cooking is always a bonus!
Then today, he took me to see the DaVinci Code. We went to a matinee so we spent the rest of the day making supper and just relaxing together. It was one of my top ten weekends ever! We didn't fight or yell or anything :-)
PLUS, as Becky has announced, I procured tickets, nay, INCREDIBLE tickets to the Dixie Chicks concert in Edmonton this November. That makes me super excited!!!
This has been a great weekend. I'm not sure what will be able to top it.
For starters, Travis and I spent a great deal of time together this weekend. Quality time too :-) We went and played some pool at the Q-Room. The manager is a good friend of Travis' and he gave us a deal for the evening, but even on a regular night of pool or foosball or whatever, they are the best in the city. (Maybe I'm just biased because it's Trav's buddy) Plus, I got to go out for supper, so not cooking is always a bonus!
Then today, he took me to see the DaVinci Code. We went to a matinee so we spent the rest of the day making supper and just relaxing together. It was one of my top ten weekends ever! We didn't fight or yell or anything :-)
PLUS, as Becky has announced, I procured tickets, nay, INCREDIBLE tickets to the Dixie Chicks concert in Edmonton this November. That makes me super excited!!!
This has been a great weekend. I'm not sure what will be able to top it.
Saturday, June 10, 2006
Happy Pride Week!
See, humanity has been wrong before...Some of us need to admit that we might be wrong now too...
Friday, June 09, 2006
A Dirty Job
Finishing a book is just like you took a child out in the back yard and shot it. -Truman Capote
I am not quite sure what Capote was thinking when he said this, or what exactly he meant, but I like it. I can sort-of relate. I mean, you invest a lot of energy and emotion in a book, and when you are done, you are almost spent. I can't read a book through unless I have an emotional attachment to the characters or the story.
I'm almost done a book that Travis bought me for our anniversary. It is the new Christopher Moore book A Dirty Job. I expect that I'll finish it tonight. It's pretty funny. It's about a man who discovers that he has been made into a Grim Reaper, except it's a Chris Moore book, so things aren't what they seem... I can't say much otherwise it would ruin the story for any of you out there that like his books. Just go out and read this book. Becky, I will loan this to you ASAP :-)
I am not quite sure what Capote was thinking when he said this, or what exactly he meant, but I like it. I can sort-of relate. I mean, you invest a lot of energy and emotion in a book, and when you are done, you are almost spent. I can't read a book through unless I have an emotional attachment to the characters or the story.
I'm almost done a book that Travis bought me for our anniversary. It is the new Christopher Moore book A Dirty Job. I expect that I'll finish it tonight. It's pretty funny. It's about a man who discovers that he has been made into a Grim Reaper, except it's a Chris Moore book, so things aren't what they seem... I can't say much otherwise it would ruin the story for any of you out there that like his books. Just go out and read this book. Becky, I will loan this to you ASAP :-)
Thursday, June 08, 2006
Cool photo
My dad got to go up in a hot-air balloon over Regina last week. That must be an amazing experience! He emailed me a couple of pictures that he took. Here is one of my favorites.
How many Landmarks can you Identify in the picture?
How many Landmarks can you Identify in the picture?
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:
- You smell really good. (mmmm Satsuma)
- You have a great fashion sense.
- You let me borrow $5.00.
- You never called me names.
- You hated that ex-friend of mine too.
- You never spoil movies or tv shows for me.
- You let me win that foot race that one time.
- You told me that I had that parsley in my teeth, before I went over to talk to that cute boy.
- You keep all of the secrets that I tell you
- You went to my Grade six school dance with me and my friends, then we had a great sleepover afterwards.
- You never stole my clothes or shoes.
- You didn't mind if I hung out at work with you when I was bored or lonely.
- 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!
Wednesday, June 07, 2006
Boo Urns, Blogger SUCKS!
I'm kinda looking into changing services to WordPress or something similar. If you have any opinions, or you use another blog making program, share info please!
Tonight, I couldn't get logged into blogger for 5 hours!!! FIVE WHOLE BORING HOURS!!!
I over react, perhaps, but I'm truly getting frustrated with blogger. Any Suggestions?
Tonight, I couldn't get logged into blogger for 5 hours!!! FIVE WHOLE BORING HOURS!!!
I over react, perhaps, but I'm truly getting frustrated with blogger. Any Suggestions?
Tuesday, June 06, 2006
Stifled Laughter, aisle 5!
I swear that I just saw a guy, who looked like Waldo, you know, from the Where's Waldo books.
He had the red and white shirt, the red toque and the hair. No Jay Leno chin though.
Only in Saskatchewan will someone wear a toque in the Summer.
It's the things like this that I will miss when I leave here. You never can tell what will happen. The mall is kinda like a Where's Waldo picture...
There are 75 little dramas going on at once. People are happy, sad, in a rush, have all the time in the world, are hungry, are high, and all STILL just similar enough that you have to look really hard to find the one that you are looking for.
Holey moley do I need more caffine. I'm getting all weird! Starbucks, STAT! :-)
Monday, June 05, 2006
Life Lessons on TLC
The other day, Christy over at Life in my Vortex, brought out the link to the TLC website. The channel has been airing these fun little clips with the theme "Life Lessons". Things that we can learn the easy way by watching TLC or the hard way, by doing them ourselves.After some contemplation, I've decided to share the following moments with you all. After the subsequent public humiliation that came from these lessons, here are a couple that I can personally vouch for: #72 - Merlot and Email (this also applies to Merlot and a Phone), #83 - The Office Party and my favorite, #20 - How to get rid of a guy.
The Best French Film EVER!
I am staying awake right now (12:42 am and counting) to watch the very best French film ever: Jeux d'enfants.
It is about two people who meet as children and as they grow older their game of "dare" grows more and more intense. They are in over their heads, so to speak, and the ending is misunderstood by many people. The game that Julien and Sophie play is really just a diversion. One that allows them to hide from the truth that they belong together.
If you have cable, search for a movie called "Love me if you dare". That is the English title. Then watch this movie!!! If you liked Amile, you will really like Jeux d'enfants.
(Hint Hint - If anyone can find this on DVD, let me know where!!!)
It is about two people who meet as children and as they grow older their game of "dare" grows more and more intense. They are in over their heads, so to speak, and the ending is misunderstood by many people. The game that Julien and Sophie play is really just a diversion. One that allows them to hide from the truth that they belong together.
If you have cable, search for a movie called "Love me if you dare". That is the English title. Then watch this movie!!! If you liked Amile, you will really like Jeux d'enfants.
(Hint Hint - If anyone can find this on DVD, let me know where!!!)
Sunday, June 04, 2006
Big Love Season Finale
When HBO does a series, they really do a series! I've watched Big Love and I am addicted. The characters have drawn me into their lives. I am really sad for the summer break now.
SPOILER ALERT AHEAD: (hilight to read)
So they took Barb and the family to the Mother of the Year awards ceremony, and outed the family to the public. Everyone knows that they are poligamists!!! This is going to have huge implications to the stores, the kids and everyone's lives! The store will probably end up struggling next season if it doesn't get shut down completely. What a great setup for next season! They now have to put out some MAJOR fires before they can move on with all of their lives...
And I kind of peeked in and watched the Sopranos season / series end tonight too. That was a nice finish. I'm excited to get this on DVD to complete our set.
SPOILER ALERT AHEAD: (hilight to read)
So they took Barb and the family to the Mother of the Year awards ceremony, and outed the family to the public. Everyone knows that they are poligamists!!! This is going to have huge implications to the stores, the kids and everyone's lives! The store will probably end up struggling next season if it doesn't get shut down completely. What a great setup for next season! They now have to put out some MAJOR fires before they can move on with all of their lives...
And I kind of peeked in and watched the Sopranos season / series end tonight too. That was a nice finish. I'm excited to get this on DVD to complete our set.
Saturday, June 03, 2006
Proof that we need more HIV / AIDS education...
Today I think that I met the absolute most ignorant man in Saskatoon.Hopefully you are all aware of these quarters for Breast Cancer. At work, we have been given these every time we go to the bank for change in the mornings. We get eight or ten rolls a day, so all of our quarters have the pink ribbon logo in the centre.
This afternoon, I made change for a man - mid-forties to mid-fifties - who looked at the coins in my hand, and said "I don't want these" I asked if he wanted dimes instead, obviously confused since he asked for change for the pay phone, but WHATEVER!
He explains to me that he doesn't want to "get AIDS" from the quarters. WHAT!?!?!
He further asked if this was something that the mall supports, "you know, being a fag". Again, WHAT!?!?!?!!?
I'm sure at this point I look stupified, because I realize that he is referring to the ribbon on the quarter, and he thinks that it is a Red Ribbon to identify with HIV/AIDS fundraising and support. I tersely replied "Sir, these quarters were produced by the Royal Canadian Mint. They have nothing to do with the mall, nor AIDS. They are to bring awareness and funds to fight Breast Cancer."
What I should have said in a pleasant sing-song-y voice with a BIG SMILE: "Yes, this is a red ribbon to bring awareness to the fight humanity is waging against HIV. Although, sir, even if I gave it to an infected person and had them put bodily fluids all over this quarter, you could not "get AIDS" unless I shove it up your ass. While I would like to do this, it would make it difficult for you to make your phone call, wouldn't it?"
Friday, June 02, 2006
What is your Stripper Name?
I just got this from my gal pal Tara (AKA Sugar Silverbomb). I thought that it would be fun to share this with y'all. It would ROCK if everyone who reads this put their name in the comments, so we could all have a giggle.
Just for fun, see what your stripper name will be, and share it with your friends. We all need a little stress-reliever! This only takes a minute. Follow the instructions to find your new name.
1. Use the third letter of your first name to determine your new first name:
a = Fantasia
b = Chesty
c = Star
d = Diamond
e = Montana
f = Angel
g = Sugar
h = Mimi
i = Lola
j =Kitty
k = Roxie
l = Dallas
m = Princess
n = Heidi
o = Bambi
p = Bunny
q = Brandy
r = Sugar
s = Candy
t = Raquelle
u = Sapphire
v = Cinnamon
w = Blaze
x = Trixie
y = Isis
z = Jade
2. Use the second letter of your last name to determine the first half of your new last name:
a = Leather
b = Dream
c = Sunny
d = Deep
e = Heaven
f = Tight
g = Shimmer
h = Velvet
i = Lusty
j = Harley
k = Passion
l = Dazzle
m = Dixon
n = Spank
o = Glitter
p = Razor
q = Meadow
r = Glitz
s = Sparkle
t = Sweet
u = Silver
v = Tickle
w = Cherry
x = Hard
y = Night
z = Amber
3. Use the third letter of your last name to determine the second half of your new last name:
a = hooters
b = horn
c = tower
d = fire
e = thighs
f = hips
g = side
h = jugs
i = shock
j = cocker
k = brook
l = tush
m = sizzle
n = ridge
o = kiss
p = bomb
q = cream
r = thong
s = heat
t = whip
u = cheeks
v = rock
w = hiney
x = button
y = lick
z = juice
Just for fun, see what your stripper name will be, and share it with your friends. We all need a little stress-reliever! This only takes a minute. Follow the instructions to find your new name.
1. Use the third letter of your first name to determine your new first name:
a = Fantasia
b = Chesty
c = Star
d = Diamond
e = Montana
f = Angel
g = Sugar
h = Mimi
i = Lola
j =Kitty
k = Roxie
l = Dallas
m = Princess
n = Heidi
o = Bambi
p = Bunny
q = Brandy
r = Sugar
s = Candy
t = Raquelle
u = Sapphire
v = Cinnamon
w = Blaze
x = Trixie
y = Isis
z = Jade
2. Use the second letter of your last name to determine the first half of your new last name:
a = Leather
b = Dream
c = Sunny
d = Deep
e = Heaven
f = Tight
g = Shimmer
h = Velvet
i = Lusty
j = Harley
k = Passion
l = Dazzle
m = Dixon
n = Spank
o = Glitter
p = Razor
q = Meadow
r = Glitz
s = Sparkle
t = Sweet
u = Silver
v = Tickle
w = Cherry
x = Hard
y = Night
z = Amber
3. Use the third letter of your last name to determine the second half of your new last name:
a = hooters
b = horn
c = tower
d = fire
e = thighs
f = hips
g = side
h = jugs
i = shock
j = cocker
k = brook
l = tush
m = sizzle
n = ridge
o = kiss
p = bomb
q = cream
r = thong
s = heat
t = whip
u = cheeks
v = rock
w = hiney
x = button
y = lick
z = juice
Mine Is Fantasia Silvershock
Thursday, June 01, 2006
Thursday 13
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1. They - Jem (Finally Woken 2004) 2. Best of you - Foo Fighters (In Your Honor 2005) 3. Acid - Emm Gryner (Public 1998) 4. So says I - The Shins (Chutes Too Narrow 2003) 5. Let Go - Frou Frou (Details 2002) 6. Lullaby - The Dixie Chicks (Taking the Long Way 2006) 7. Elsewhere - Sarah McLachlan (Fumbling Towards 8. God - Tori Amos (Under the Pink 1994) 9. There's A Good Reason These Tables Are Numbered 10. All you need is Love - The Beatles (Magical 11. Better Days - Goo Goo Dolls (Let Love In 2006) 12. Stairway to Heaven - Led Zeppelin (Led Zeppelin IV 1971) 13. When You Wish upon a Star - Jiminy Cricket If your heart is in your dreams, |
The purpose of the meme is to get to know everyone who participates a little bit better every Thursday. Visiting fellow Thirteeners is encouraged! If you participate, leave the link to your Thirteen in others comments. It’s easy, and fun!
Wednesday, May 31, 2006
Free cookies!
Sometimes, I get really spoiled.
I just got a couple of double chocolate cookies from the wonderful people at Cookies By George. Hmmm...How can I get more....???
(Gratituous plug ahead) What a fantastic product they sell there at Cookies By George. You can get them in many different flavours and they are all Fat free and have ZERO calories!!! What an amazing food product!!!
Ok, they aren't really fat free or a zero calorie product, but they are tasty and like everything else on the planet, they are intended to be consumed in moderation. :-)
What's up Y'all?
So I'm hearing rumors about a blogger gathering in Regina, and perhaps one in S'toon this summer. This would be Uber cool! I'd like to meet some of you out there. See who is really behind some of these awesome thoughts and amazing pages!
So let's get out there and mingle over a bbq pit and perhaps a Rider game. Count me in!
EDIT: I just got a note from Stephen Glauser. He and Saskboy are making the arrangements for the get-togethers. The links to RSVP and such are here: Stephen and Saskboy. Stop by and get your name on the list!
So let's get out there and mingle over a bbq pit and perhaps a Rider game. Count me in!
EDIT: I just got a note from Stephen Glauser. He and Saskboy are making the arrangements for the get-togethers. The links to RSVP and such are here: Stephen and Saskboy. Stop by and get your name on the list!
Monday, May 29, 2006
The Bachelorette Party...
Here's a few pics of the evening (in no particular order):
Preparing for "Put the Bowtie on the Guy"
Visiting at the Bowling Alley
Sister is Decked out for the Night
One of the Males who crashed the party...
(and he's probably NOT cooler than your Mom)
(and he's probably NOT cooler than your Mom)
Three Inebriated Females
I think that I'm still a little hungover...
What a weekend! When you really don't drink that often, and then you have a blow-out, house-shaking, close-down-the-bar kind of party, you are hurting after.
I went home for my sister's Bridal Shower / Stagette party last weekend. I thnk we had a good time. :-) The pictures make it appear that way at least :-)
Friday, we pulled into town at about 9:30 and visited with family and friends. I got a suprise though... My parents had renovated the bathroom from top to bottom! Plus, I went into the living room and discovered that the bookcases / TV cabinet had been modified to fit Dad's brand new widescreen TV! NO FAIR!! Us kids move out, and they get new stuff, NICE new stuff! :-P
We stayed up kind of late, and then I had to get up on Saturday to make breakfast. I spent the day in Moose Jaw with Tara, her Hubby Eric, their son Antoni, and another couple Chris and Cindy. We did some light shopping and then went to see X-Men 3. I really enjoyed it. I would go see it again with anyone! I won't spoil it for anyone, but I thought that this was the last one...They almost leave it open-ended for another sequel. Maybe I read too much into things. If you've seen it, what do you think? Is it really "The Last Stand"?
I'll be back with commentary on Saturday night (with Photos) and How much life hurt on Sunday morning A little later today.
Stay Tuned!!
I went home for my sister's Bridal Shower / Stagette party last weekend. I thnk we had a good time. :-) The pictures make it appear that way at least :-)
Friday, we pulled into town at about 9:30 and visited with family and friends. I got a suprise though... My parents had renovated the bathroom from top to bottom! Plus, I went into the living room and discovered that the bookcases / TV cabinet had been modified to fit Dad's brand new widescreen TV! NO FAIR!! Us kids move out, and they get new stuff, NICE new stuff! :-P
We stayed up kind of late, and then I had to get up on Saturday to make breakfast. I spent the day in Moose Jaw with Tara, her Hubby Eric, their son Antoni, and another couple Chris and Cindy. We did some light shopping and then went to see X-Men 3. I really enjoyed it. I would go see it again with anyone! I won't spoil it for anyone, but I thought that this was the last one...They almost leave it open-ended for another sequel. Maybe I read too much into things. If you've seen it, what do you think? Is it really "The Last Stand"?
I'll be back with commentary on Saturday night (with Photos) and How much life hurt on Sunday morning A little later today.
Stay Tuned!!
Friday, May 26, 2006
An explanation for those of you out there
Regarding this post:
I'm discovering how little some people truly care, and how impossible it is to climb that corporate ladder in the sky when NO ONE can even see you. I'm invisible around here, unless I have an opinion. If I dared to get one of those, I can be assured that it is the wrong one to have.
Therefore, a career change is in the works, and That's all I can say for now.
I probably should not have said anything, but I was very angry / sad / hurt / confused / repulsed, and I had to tell someone.
Thank you to everyone who cares. You made these last couple of days easier. Y'all ROCK!!
Thursday, May 25, 2006
Thursday 13 Time!
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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 5. That usually means TROUBLE. (Or a phone 6. I'm driving to Assiniboia with my other sister 7. That means that we are going to sing loudly 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. 11. There is a good chance that I will get to 12. Did I mention Tara was going to be there?!? 13. I love my lil Sis, and I'm happy to see her |
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I'm done, I'm out!
I've had it. I'm done! End of rope reached. Fin.
If anyone is looking for me, I'll be at the underpass with a sign reading, "Will work for anyone except Village Idiot"
If anyone is looking for me, I'll be at the underpass with a sign reading, "Will work for anyone except Village Idiot"
Tuesday, May 23, 2006
Start saving those Pennies...
...'cuz it's time for a road trip.
November 4th - Rexall Place or November 5th - Calgary Saddledome. Y'all choose. I'll drive. We'll have a blast!
link via Grrrlmeetsworld
PS - I have the disk, and I LOVE it!
November 4th - Rexall Place or November 5th - Calgary Saddledome. Y'all choose. I'll drive. We'll have a blast!
link via Grrrlmeetsworld
PS - I have the disk, and I LOVE it!
Monday, May 22, 2006
Oh Lordi!
So Take that American Idol!
The Eurovision Song Contest is a long running show that puts singers and songwriters from different European countries against each other in an effort to win a contest very similar to Idol contests we know. Usually the winner of the Eurovision contest is a pop-y type singer.
This year, these guys won. They are a heavy metal band from Finland who dress like monsters. Take that Ruben, Fantasia, Carrie and whoever will win this week!
The Eurovision Song Contest is a long running show that puts singers and songwriters from different European countries against each other in an effort to win a contest very similar to Idol contests we know. Usually the winner of the Eurovision contest is a pop-y type singer.
This year, these guys won. They are a heavy metal band from Finland who dress like monsters. Take that Ruben, Fantasia, Carrie and whoever will win this week!
Beautiful Poem
I'm reading the third book in the "Dan Poole" trilogy by Brian McLaren (among other things I'm reading now too!). This one is called The Last Word and The Word After That. I've just cracked it open and already I have somthing I just have to share.
I read this chapter and put the book down to share this poem. I hope that it touches you too.
Boxes
We like things boxed. Cereal,
Candy, soap, gifts and corpses.
They seem safe when boxed, as are
We. As is God and other
Potential dangers. So we
Sleep in a box, awake in
A box, shower in a box,
Refrigerate food, store knives,
Drive to work, work for hours, where
We stare each day at boxes,
In boxed lives. Boxed-in we live.
Through boxed windows we look out, in.
God, once boxed, broke out, broke free.
But we keep pushing God back,
Our Jack, popping out on cue,
To music, though it's not fair.
Nests have birds. Dens have foxes.
God will have none of our small
Boxes.God is free and we
Are too.
I read this chapter and put the book down to share this poem. I hope that it touches you too.
Boxes
We like things boxed. Cereal,
Candy, soap, gifts and corpses.
They seem safe when boxed, as are
We. As is God and other
Potential dangers. So we
Sleep in a box, awake in
A box, shower in a box,
Refrigerate food, store knives,
Drive to work, work for hours, where
We stare each day at boxes,
In boxed lives. Boxed-in we live.
Through boxed windows we look out, in.
God, once boxed, broke out, broke free.
But we keep pushing God back,
Our Jack, popping out on cue,
To music, though it's not fair.
Nests have birds. Dens have foxes.
God will have none of our small
Boxes.God is free and we
Are too.
Sunday, May 21, 2006
Life of Pi - What is it about?
There is no right answer to the question "What is Life of Pi about?" There is an answer for each person who reads this book. I looked online and found that people are classifying this as a tale of survival, a tall tale, a story about human/animal relations, and a fictional story about India, adolescence, zoology, and the Pacific Ocean, which I guess means that people are desperately trying to define this book. Someone told me that he couldn't label Pi, that it "defies definition". The book is about all of these things -- and about none of these things, really.
Piscine Molitor Patel, our hero, declares that this story will make you believe in God. Life of Pi may or may not make you believe in God, but you will want to believe in Pi.
The book starts in Pondicherry, an area in southern India. We learn about Picine's childhood. His father owns and operates a zoo which becomes Pi's playground. He explores and loves every inch. Pi learns a lot about animals. He teaches us the ways of the animals and how to keep them Happy and under control. He confirms that like our domesticated pets, and farm yard creatures I am familiar with, wild animals are creatures of habit and once all their needs are met, they're content and willing to do the same things day in and day out. Change their routine, even a bit, and you have an unhappy animal on your hands. Pi tells a story of a lion tamer who controls his beasts by being the alpha male of the group, providing for them and caring for them, so the lions stay submissive to him. (It turns out to be a good lesson for Pi to learn because his adventure places him in very close quarters with a tiger.)
As he enters his teen years, Pi goes in search of God. Pi, being from India, is basically a Hindu. He then encounters Christianity, and embraces the message of Jesus' Love. Then he discovers Islam, "a beautiful religion of brotherhood and devotion." Pi becomes a devout member of all three religions, happy with his "discovery" of God. At one funny point in the book, all three of his religions are put head to head, and he is forced to choose one. It was very telling to hear the three men of God fighting and belittling each other's beliefs.
Pi puts them all in their place with the declaration that he was just trying to love God.
The book then leads us to his adventure. The family decides to close the zoo, and move to Canada. The animals are sold, the papers are filed and the family books a passage on a Japanese cargo ship. Life is good. Except, the boat sinks.
Pi is tossed onto a lifeboat with an injured zebra, a hyena, an orangutan, and a Bengal tiger named Richard Parker. His first few days are violent and terrifying, as the animals battle in the boat. Pi watches as a surprising set of events leave just him and the Tiger there for the remainder of his 200+ days on the ocean.
Pi is in emotional and physical distress for the most part, but he still revels in the greatness of God and his creations. There are lots of opportunities for him to give up, and he won't. From the start, you know that Pi survives the voyage at sea, because it is him as an adult retelling his story, but you still have to wonder how he will make it! When the book ends, frankly it is a matter of faith. Do you believe his story, or do you feel like the alternate explanation is the right one?
Life of Pi is a book that challenges you to look at your soul. This book offers no answers to the questions that you have when you finish reading it. My best friend said that reading this book was Zen-like. "The book isn't trying to be anything, it simply is".
Piscine Molitor Patel, our hero, declares that this story will make you believe in God. Life of Pi may or may not make you believe in God, but you will want to believe in Pi.
The book starts in Pondicherry, an area in southern India. We learn about Picine's childhood. His father owns and operates a zoo which becomes Pi's playground. He explores and loves every inch. Pi learns a lot about animals. He teaches us the ways of the animals and how to keep them Happy and under control. He confirms that like our domesticated pets, and farm yard creatures I am familiar with, wild animals are creatures of habit and once all their needs are met, they're content and willing to do the same things day in and day out. Change their routine, even a bit, and you have an unhappy animal on your hands. Pi tells a story of a lion tamer who controls his beasts by being the alpha male of the group, providing for them and caring for them, so the lions stay submissive to him. (It turns out to be a good lesson for Pi to learn because his adventure places him in very close quarters with a tiger.)
As he enters his teen years, Pi goes in search of God. Pi, being from India, is basically a Hindu. He then encounters Christianity, and embraces the message of Jesus' Love. Then he discovers Islam, "a beautiful religion of brotherhood and devotion." Pi becomes a devout member of all three religions, happy with his "discovery" of God. At one funny point in the book, all three of his religions are put head to head, and he is forced to choose one. It was very telling to hear the three men of God fighting and belittling each other's beliefs.
Pi puts them all in their place with the declaration that he was just trying to love God.
The book then leads us to his adventure. The family decides to close the zoo, and move to Canada. The animals are sold, the papers are filed and the family books a passage on a Japanese cargo ship. Life is good. Except, the boat sinks.
Pi is tossed onto a lifeboat with an injured zebra, a hyena, an orangutan, and a Bengal tiger named Richard Parker. His first few days are violent and terrifying, as the animals battle in the boat. Pi watches as a surprising set of events leave just him and the Tiger there for the remainder of his 200+ days on the ocean.
Pi is in emotional and physical distress for the most part, but he still revels in the greatness of God and his creations. There are lots of opportunities for him to give up, and he won't. From the start, you know that Pi survives the voyage at sea, because it is him as an adult retelling his story, but you still have to wonder how he will make it! When the book ends, frankly it is a matter of faith. Do you believe his story, or do you feel like the alternate explanation is the right one?
Life of Pi is a book that challenges you to look at your soul. This book offers no answers to the questions that you have when you finish reading it. My best friend said that reading this book was Zen-like. "The book isn't trying to be anything, it simply is".
Saturday, May 20, 2006
Live Blogging!! Woo Hoo!
Good Morning! How's this for fun? Today Joshie and I are going to live blog the day. Hopefully it will be interesting for you. Check back and see what I do on what was supposed to be my day off.
8:43 - Open up shop. I arrive (late) (damn Train on 33rd St.) (I hate Driving to work) and I have no time for Starbucks...Yet :-)
8:47 - First Call answered. Someone wants to know what time we are open. Here we go!
9:24 - The Guy from Coles just went by, making strange noises... That's what it takes to work here, a strange sense of humor!
9:30 - Made the opening announcement. Now the fun really gets to start. No, really, this is fun!
9:47 - I just received my first complaint / Suggestion of the day. A woman just told me that in the summertime, the mall should be open at 6AM or earlier, because she was awake and had to "waste daylight waiting for the mall to open to do [her] shopping".
10:31 - It looks like I'm not the only one who is running behind today. Josh hasn't shown yet. Meanwhile the phone just won't stop. Arrgh! I lie. Joshie just appeared.
10:56 - So here we go, Josh just told someone that "we like to see old people hurt." In reference to not having an escalator in clear sight. Plus, he just admitted to getting panty lines.
Oh dear. It's going to be a long day!
11:16 - Security just turned a cell phone in to us, and we got to play with it, trying to find the # and information. The owner just called it and is on the way to pick it up.
11:22 - So this is joshie now, i just saw the slowest express courier on the planet. How many express couriers have you seen with a cane, seriously that's express service.
The courier was the owner of the phone aswell. The on button was a mystery to her.
11:43 - I don't want to be Josh's friend any more. He is serenading me with a rendition of 'I Want You Back' by N'sync. HELP ME!
11:56 - Shocker! Josh has never heard the South Park Christmas song: "I'm a Lonely Jew on Christmas". Is there nothing in this world special? Plus, he just burped at me. eeew. (That was so Girly of me... I'm sorry!)
12:23 - Alright! We just hit our Peak noon hour rush, and Our parking gates are NOT WORKING!!! I've just handwritten 5 parking slips in a row. The good news is that I haven't answered the phone in nearly an hour. There is talk of sending someone to 7-11 in the parking dept. 'gator' to go get a bunch of Slurpees....
1:04 - Josh again, Becky and her friend Tara from swift current just paid us a visit. We were topic free until they came. We are now back on the topic of Jesus and tom hanks.... ponder this ... is tom trying to grown his hair to look like Jesus. This makes me think of my friends and i who believed in our younger years that if God was a home boy He would be 'Big Papa G-O-D'.
2:36 - Wow! It's been a busy hour and a half! We took a HUGE complaint from a customer who was very angry at San Fransisco, so we made her happy again! :-)
Plus, Josh showed me this version of Dance, Dance by Fall out Boy: Ted's Pants Watch it! It's funny.
3:42 - So Becky and Tara came back and just harrassed Josh for owning / reading Align, Revolve's counterpart for Men. Harassed is a little harsh, but it was a neat conversation. The best part is that I think that Josh will be into checking The Freehouse out sometime. :-)
4:02 - Only 58 minutes to go. It has been a wild and crazy day!
4:27 - We give out the refunds when the Coke machines eat your $$. Lately that policy has been abused by some bad people, so now we have to figure a way to track this better, and find a way to discern the scammers from the honest people. I think that we are just too trusting with a lot of things here.
4:59 - Well, I'm outta here for another night! Josh has to stay for another half hour, so you still have to stop by and say hi to him. Have a good night Y'all!
5:05 - Good night everyone. This is Joshua saying good night and God Bless.
8:43 - Open up shop. I arrive (late) (damn Train on 33rd St.) (I hate Driving to work) and I have no time for Starbucks...Yet :-)
8:47 - First Call answered. Someone wants to know what time we are open. Here we go!
9:24 - The Guy from Coles just went by, making strange noises... That's what it takes to work here, a strange sense of humor!
9:30 - Made the opening announcement. Now the fun really gets to start. No, really, this is fun!
9:47 - I just received my first complaint / Suggestion of the day. A woman just told me that in the summertime, the mall should be open at 6AM or earlier, because she was awake and had to "waste daylight waiting for the mall to open to do [her] shopping".
10:31 - It looks like I'm not the only one who is running behind today. Josh hasn't shown yet. Meanwhile the phone just won't stop. Arrgh! I lie. Joshie just appeared.
10:56 - So here we go, Josh just told someone that "we like to see old people hurt." In reference to not having an escalator in clear sight. Plus, he just admitted to getting panty lines.
Oh dear. It's going to be a long day!
11:16 - Security just turned a cell phone in to us, and we got to play with it, trying to find the # and information. The owner just called it and is on the way to pick it up.
11:22 - So this is joshie now, i just saw the slowest express courier on the planet. How many express couriers have you seen with a cane, seriously that's express service.
The courier was the owner of the phone aswell. The on button was a mystery to her.
11:43 - I don't want to be Josh's friend any more. He is serenading me with a rendition of 'I Want You Back' by N'sync. HELP ME!
11:56 - Shocker! Josh has never heard the South Park Christmas song: "I'm a Lonely Jew on Christmas". Is there nothing in this world special? Plus, he just burped at me. eeew. (That was so Girly of me... I'm sorry!)
12:23 - Alright! We just hit our Peak noon hour rush, and Our parking gates are NOT WORKING!!! I've just handwritten 5 parking slips in a row. The good news is that I haven't answered the phone in nearly an hour. There is talk of sending someone to 7-11 in the parking dept. 'gator' to go get a bunch of Slurpees....
1:04 - Josh again, Becky and her friend Tara from swift current just paid us a visit. We were topic free until they came. We are now back on the topic of Jesus and tom hanks.... ponder this ... is tom trying to grown his hair to look like Jesus. This makes me think of my friends and i who believed in our younger years that if God was a home boy He would be 'Big Papa G-O-D'.
2:36 - Wow! It's been a busy hour and a half! We took a HUGE complaint from a customer who was very angry at San Fransisco, so we made her happy again! :-)
Plus, Josh showed me this version of Dance, Dance by Fall out Boy: Ted's Pants Watch it! It's funny.
3:42 - So Becky and Tara came back and just harrassed Josh for owning / reading Align, Revolve's counterpart for Men. Harassed is a little harsh, but it was a neat conversation. The best part is that I think that Josh will be into checking The Freehouse out sometime. :-)
4:02 - Only 58 minutes to go. It has been a wild and crazy day!
4:27 - We give out the refunds when the Coke machines eat your $$. Lately that policy has been abused by some bad people, so now we have to figure a way to track this better, and find a way to discern the scammers from the honest people. I think that we are just too trusting with a lot of things here.
4:59 - Well, I'm outta here for another night! Josh has to stay for another half hour, so you still have to stop by and say hi to him. Have a good night Y'all!
5:05 - Good night everyone. This is Joshua saying good night and God Bless.
Friday, May 19, 2006
Works of FICTION vs. works of NON-FICTION
Seeking thin spaces
I recently made a comment on a post by a loveley woman who has a problem with the Da Vinci Code and Dan Brown. Good Gravy people! Let's re-adjust our mirrors and take a look at the Definition of fiction.
Here's the thing Ladies, It's a WORK OF FICTION!!!
If I wrote a book about Satan having a child on earth, or a book about Jesus getting his driver's license, and people took those obvious works of fiction as truth, it's not me to blame, it's them! If the public cannot discern fact from fiction then you have to question their upbringing.
(and I'm sorry, but having a hissy fit over a movie that portrays Christ as a family man is not bad. Perhaps IF Jesus was married and had children, then MORE marriages would survive, because of the example he set. It wouldn't make Christ any less divine, I mean he came in the form of a man because he was to be WHOLLY human... I was asked by a non-catholic "If Jesus was a woman, would she have menstruated? Would that have made her 'less divine'?")
I'm a roman catholic, and I have no problem reading this book, or watching this movie for the simple fact that it is a work of fiction. Nothing more than a couple of hours entertainment. If these were produced under the pretense that they were the truth, then I would feel much differently about the subject. I would believe that Dan Brown was wrong in his statements and then I might boycott the film.
You mentioned going to 'Over the Hedge' this weekend instead. Enjoy it, but be careful. If you don't teach them any differently, your kids might start to believe that animals can talk. And after that, they might believe that Jesus got married!
I recently made a comment on a post by a loveley woman who has a problem with the Da Vinci Code and Dan Brown. Good Gravy people! Let's re-adjust our mirrors and take a look at the Definition of fiction.
Here's the thing Ladies, It's a WORK OF FICTION!!!
If I wrote a book about Satan having a child on earth, or a book about Jesus getting his driver's license, and people took those obvious works of fiction as truth, it's not me to blame, it's them! If the public cannot discern fact from fiction then you have to question their upbringing.
(and I'm sorry, but having a hissy fit over a movie that portrays Christ as a family man is not bad. Perhaps IF Jesus was married and had children, then MORE marriages would survive, because of the example he set. It wouldn't make Christ any less divine, I mean he came in the form of a man because he was to be WHOLLY human... I was asked by a non-catholic "If Jesus was a woman, would she have menstruated? Would that have made her 'less divine'?")
I'm a roman catholic, and I have no problem reading this book, or watching this movie for the simple fact that it is a work of fiction. Nothing more than a couple of hours entertainment. If these were produced under the pretense that they were the truth, then I would feel much differently about the subject. I would believe that Dan Brown was wrong in his statements and then I might boycott the film.
You mentioned going to 'Over the Hedge' this weekend instead. Enjoy it, but be careful. If you don't teach them any differently, your kids might start to believe that animals can talk. And after that, they might believe that Jesus got married!
Thursday, May 18, 2006
American Idol - Blah!
As someone who could care less if FOX cancelled American Idol, I have a secret obsession with Kelly Clarkson. She is the only Idol to have garnered any real success. Sure, there have been other Idols who have put out a record, but Kelly is the only one with any songs actually charting. (Note: Songs as in plural, more than one hit)
I watched the first season of the show, but since then, I couldn't have cared in the least. I have a co-worker who will discribe each episode in great detail, so it feels like I am watching it :-) I guess that people concider that last winner, Carrie Underwood (the country singer), to be a hit, but I thought that they were looking for America's new popstars.
Anyhoo, here's my latest obsession: Walk Away. If you sneak up on me in the mall you will either find me on the internet, or singing along to this song on our Muzzak, or a combination of both.
I watched the first season of the show, but since then, I couldn't have cared in the least. I have a co-worker who will discribe each episode in great detail, so it feels like I am watching it :-) I guess that people concider that last winner, Carrie Underwood (the country singer), to be a hit, but I thought that they were looking for America's new popstars.
Anyhoo, here's my latest obsession: Walk Away. If you sneak up on me in the mall you will either find me on the internet, or singing along to this song on our Muzzak, or a combination of both.
"Walk Away"
You've got your mother and your brother
Every other undercover
Tellin' you what to say
You think I'm stupid
But the truth is
That it's cupid, baby
Lovin' you has made me insane
So before you point your finger
Get your hands off of my trigger
Oh yeah
You need to know this situation's getting old
And now the more you talk
The less I can take, oh
I'm looking for attention
Not another question
Should you stay or should you go?
Well, if you don't have the answer
Why you still standin' here?
Hey, hey, hey, hey
Just walk away
I waited here for you
Like a kid waiting after school
So tell me how come you never showed?
I gave you everything
And never asked for anything
And look at meI'm all alone
So, before you start defendin'
Baby, stop all your pretendin'
I know you know I know
So what's the point in being slow
Let's get the show on the road today
I wanna love
I want a fire
To feel the burn
My desires
I wanna man by my side
Not a boy who runs and hides
Are you gonna fight for me?
Die for me?
Live and breathe for me?
Do you care for me?
'Cause if you don't then just leave
To Travis: I love you!
 May 18th 2006 |
Wedding Anniversary, here are Thirteen Reasons I love My Husband 1. He snuck out to my parents house to ask 2. He will help me with computer stuff, even 3. He drives me to work even when doing so 4. He watches girlie movies with me, and 5. He puts up with all of the craft supplies, 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 9. He is irresistible when he tilts his head, 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 13. He has a cute bum. Yeah, I'm superficial :-) |
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Tuesday, May 16, 2006
Being Bad has never felt so Good
Only 7 more sleeps until the newest Dixie Chicks CD is released. I am already in line to grab a copy :-) I'm guessing that these Chicks know how to throw a good party! They are three gals who refuse to take crap from anyone and are ready to stand up for what they believe. The first single (which has played on my computer many, many times since this Grrrl pointed it out) is an anthem to standing firm when your beliefs are challenged and not saying sorry for having an opinion.
In honor of the imminent release, here's a couple of fun excerpts from The Bad Girl's Guide home page and let your inner bad girl shine.
Things to do with....Self-Help Books:
In honor of the imminent release, here's a couple of fun excerpts from The Bad Girl's Guide home page and let your inner bad girl shine.
Things to do with....Self-Help Books:
- Throw an Accept Yourself Party and invite all your equally dysfunctional pals over for mojitos and a self-help bonfire.
- Drill holes through hardcovers, stick them on the ends of a broomstick, soak in cold water, and then do arm curls and bench presses.
- Tear pages into strips to make Bad Girl pom-poms.
- Press those gorgeous "wildflowers" that you find in people's gardens.
- Keep a copy or two on your night stand to throw at unwanted intruders.
Things to do with....Duct Tape:
- Repair a cracked engine hose.
- Hog-tie a misbehaving hitchhiker.
- Temporarily conceal license plate numbers.
- Two words: Strapless Bra.
Sunday, May 14, 2006
Aras won Survivor!
That means that I won our illegal work gambling! Thank you Aras for allowing me to buy something really frivolous. :-) According to Survivor, the next show will be in the Cook Islands. At supper we, (Travis, Kimberly, Curtis and I) were saying that there needs to be a not-so-tropical Survivor. We got to thinking about places to have the next one.
Survivor: Southern Saskatchewan. The contestants have to juggle between +35 degrees Celsius and the summer thunderstorms, they have to try to catch gophers and grasshoppers for sustenance, and the real challenge... Finding things to do for fun in downtown Gravelbourg or Willow Bunch. OR even communicating with the natives to get supplies :-) These are all very tough challenges!
(I'm allowed to be mean, because I've been stuck in both communities at one time or another.)
Now, If the Hippies can manage to keep their lead in The Amazing Race, I'll have won both office pools this year and take everyone out for dessert this week:-)! Go Hippies Go!!!
Survivor: Southern Saskatchewan. The contestants have to juggle between +35 degrees Celsius and the summer thunderstorms, they have to try to catch gophers and grasshoppers for sustenance, and the real challenge... Finding things to do for fun in downtown Gravelbourg or Willow Bunch. OR even communicating with the natives to get supplies :-) These are all very tough challenges!
(I'm allowed to be mean, because I've been stuck in both communities at one time or another.)
Now, If the Hippies can manage to keep their lead in The Amazing Race, I'll have won both office pools this year and take everyone out for dessert this week:-)! Go Hippies Go!!!
Saturday, May 13, 2006
Guess who's going to the Chili Peppers???
That's right! ME!
Yay for working on a Saturday! Andrea bought 8 tickets, but her confirmation said that she was charged for 12. That means that she's got an extra 4 to sell, so I grabbed one. Yay :-) If anyone wants to go too, email me and I'll see about hooking you up too!
Who ever said that nothing good comes from working on a Saturday?
Yay for working on a Saturday! Andrea bought 8 tickets, but her confirmation said that she was charged for 12. That means that she's got an extra 4 to sell, so I grabbed one. Yay :-) If anyone wants to go too, email me and I'll see about hooking you up too!
Who ever said that nothing good comes from working on a Saturday?
Friday, May 12, 2006
Is Deadwood Over?
The HBO series Deadwood, about a mining town in the Black Hills, might not last after this new season. Travis and I both like this gritty drama about the gold rush in South Dakota, circa 1876. Apparently, HBO has announced that they are not going to pick up the contract options for Deadwood's cast members. This could be a sign that there will not be a fourth year. Boo Urns!!!In spite of the violence, and the cussing, and the dirt, I really like this show. Plus, it has the incredible Canadian actress, Molly Parker as Alma Garret, a woman whose husband, Brom, died under mysterious circumstances. She is also slightly addicted to laudanum, but really, who isn't these days?
We have Season one, and Season two comes out on May 23rd. Season three airs on HBO and in Canada on Movie Central on June 11th. I know that we will be watching, and hoping that they renew the contracts for a fourth year.
Thursday, May 11, 2006
By the power of Greyskull!
If you know what that means... Then you should check this post out in today's Slate Magazine.Us 80's kids must have had it good, because all of our cartoons are back in vogue. Walk into any t-shirt store and you will see walls covered in our beloved characters: Transformers, Care Bears, The Smurfs, The Muppets, and last fall, I even saw my heroine, She-ra the Princess of Power!
Factoid: I was She-ra for halloween one year. My Dad made me a sword of power and everything! I was such a spoiled child ;-)
The Saga is over
It is finished. I have completed my required viewing of The Godfather Trilogy. Now I can get back to my required reading.
I have about 20 pages left in my second Brian McLaren tale which I plan on finishing tonight, and I have just purchased a book by Douglas Coupland called Girlfriend in a Coma.
I've never read anything by him before and I have heard mixed reviews so I think this will be an interesting read. It's about a High School senior who meets a boy, they do the deed, she gets pregnent and ends up in a coma. You know, your typical high school romance. When she wakes up 17 years later they are reunited on a "conspiracy-driven supernatural television series". It sounds strange, but I love strange so...
I have about 20 pages left in my second Brian McLaren tale which I plan on finishing tonight, and I have just purchased a book by Douglas Coupland called Girlfriend in a Coma.
I've never read anything by him before and I have heard mixed reviews so I think this will be an interesting read. It's about a High School senior who meets a boy, they do the deed, she gets pregnent and ends up in a coma. You know, your typical high school romance. When she wakes up 17 years later they are reunited on a "conspiracy-driven supernatural television series". It sounds strange, but I love strange so...
A little post-dental surgery humor
There has been a lot of talk about wisdon teeth here in Cyberland lately. All of the Cool people have had their teeth out, or they need it done.
Here's an actual photo of my mouth now - Post removal:
Here's an actual photo of my mouth now - Post removal:
Here I go again!
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1. Campfires make people happy! 2. Campfires smell really nice. There is something about that 3. Campfires can cook MARSHMALLOWS!!! 4. Hot dogs are 100% better on a campfire than on the barbque 5. They keep you toasty in the cool evenings (But you have 6. You learn a lot about your friends when you discover that 7. You learn a lot about you when you discover that YOU are 8. A copper pipe in the embers makes the flames turn really 9. Anything and Everything will burn, if you leave it in the fire 10. Wearing glasses only protects you from the smoke for so 11. Although, there are NO MOSQUITOES in the smoke!!! 12. Everyone can sing at a campfire, and no one cares if the song 13. Campfire season in Saskatchewan is as short as summer, so go |
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Tuesday, May 09, 2006
Birthday success!
Weekend was fun. Friday Travis opened his present as I wanted, :-) and we watched the first Godfather movie. It was ok... Truthfully, I was hoping for more. The best scenes were ones that I already knew. I watched the second one in two parts the last couple of nights, and I think that it is a far superior film. I Loved the back story of Vito's rise to power in the early part of the century.
And am I the only person who thinks that Kay needs to be beaten?!? What The F? Girl, if you weren't going to grow up to be the Diane Keaton that I love, I would have reached through the TV and smacked you myself!!! That's what Michael gets for not marrying an Italian girl like his Mama. I am SICK of seeing these "oh poor me" girl characters in "crime" movies and shows. Everyone from Kay Corleone to Meadow Soprano bitches that her life is so terrible and she hates it! You knew what you had gotten into from the start. And if you didn't like it, then why are you still there? ARRGH!
Anyhoo, I'm off to view #3 tonight. Hopefully it is as good as the other two. I doubt that I will be disappointed.
The birthday party was a success! There was much merriment all around. Travis even got up and kareoked a personal favorite of mine : CCR's Who has seen the rain. No one will let me put up any pictures though ;-) I guess they may have had a little too much fun!
In other news, we started some spring cleaning on the weekend and I love my clean house! I would actually have people over to visit now! Perhaps a dinner par-tay is in order... I promise, no crazy foods, and only vegetables that your mom would make Curtis. No eggplant!
And am I the only person who thinks that Kay needs to be beaten?!? What The F? Girl, if you weren't going to grow up to be the Diane Keaton that I love, I would have reached through the TV and smacked you myself!!! That's what Michael gets for not marrying an Italian girl like his Mama. I am SICK of seeing these "oh poor me" girl characters in "crime" movies and shows. Everyone from Kay Corleone to Meadow Soprano bitches that her life is so terrible and she hates it! You knew what you had gotten into from the start. And if you didn't like it, then why are you still there? ARRGH!
Anyhoo, I'm off to view #3 tonight. Hopefully it is as good as the other two. I doubt that I will be disappointed.
The birthday party was a success! There was much merriment all around. Travis even got up and kareoked a personal favorite of mine : CCR's Who has seen the rain. No one will let me put up any pictures though ;-) I guess they may have had a little too much fun!
In other news, we started some spring cleaning on the weekend and I love my clean house! I would actually have people over to visit now! Perhaps a dinner par-tay is in order... I promise, no crazy foods, and only vegetables that your mom would make Curtis. No eggplant!
Friday, May 05, 2006
Busy, busy, busy...
I'm going to make an angel food cake tonight for Travis' birthday this weekend. He is going to be, um, older. (He gets a little sensitive about his age) There are people going for drinks and Kareoke on Saturday night, so I'll have a few pictures of the festivities.
Other than that, I'm going to make Travis open his present early, I want to use it this weekend.
I'm going to wirte it here, so Travis No Peeking!! I bought him the box set of The Godfather movies... We can watch them this weekend! Ok, now you can read again.
I was a good wife yesterday. I fixed a bunch of his shirts that had loose or missing buttons. I hate sewing so I kind of let it build up until there is a bunch. (I usually lose the buttons before I get the shirt fixed.) I still have to fix a pair of his pants, and I think that I need to hem (and learn how to hem) some new pants that he's bought.
I cannot believe that it's Freaking May already! I have so much to do and that I want to get done. I remember being a kid and the days would drag on so slowly. I have a weird schedule for the next couple of weeks. I'm having Mondays off and having to work on Saturdays. I think that for your enjoyment, I will live blog a Saturday in the Mall for you. If you are interested. :-)
Other than that, I'm going to make Travis open his present early, I want to use it this weekend.
I'm going to wirte it here, so Travis No Peeking!! I bought him the box set of The Godfather movies... We can watch them this weekend! Ok, now you can read again.
I was a good wife yesterday. I fixed a bunch of his shirts that had loose or missing buttons. I hate sewing so I kind of let it build up until there is a bunch. (I usually lose the buttons before I get the shirt fixed.) I still have to fix a pair of his pants, and I think that I need to hem (and learn how to hem) some new pants that he's bought.
I cannot believe that it's Freaking May already! I have so much to do and that I want to get done. I remember being a kid and the days would drag on so slowly. I have a weird schedule for the next couple of weeks. I'm having Mondays off and having to work on Saturdays. I think that for your enjoyment, I will live blog a Saturday in the Mall for you. If you are interested. :-)
Happy Cinco de Mayo!
I'm not sure how the Mexican independence Day celebration became a beginning of summer Drink-fest, but Happy independence Day! Now, will someone pass me a cerveza, por favor?
In other news, a hostile takeover was, sadly, averted. I was looking forward to a screaming match here at work. Now, It's all up to our legal department in Toronto to resolve. Aaah the smell of conflict resolution. The funniest thing about The Office on NBC, is that I really do work with people just like the ones on the show.
In other news, a hostile takeover was, sadly, averted. I was looking forward to a screaming match here at work. Now, It's all up to our legal department in Toronto to resolve. Aaah the smell of conflict resolution. The funniest thing about The Office on NBC, is that I really do work with people just like the ones on the show.
Thursday, May 04, 2006
What a great present!
I just read my emails, and I am one of the featured blogs at the Thursday 13 Hub! What a great first time out present. Here's to many more Thursdays! Be sure to check the 13'ers out. There are some neat lists.
My first shot at joining the Thursday 13 Club!
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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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Wednesday, May 03, 2006
Where have all the good guys gone?
I mean good guys and girls here at work. Our team is dropping like flies. All departments are losing staff members left and right, and there are more people with fleeing on their minds. I've thought about my options here, and discovered that they are kinda limited. For me to move up any higher on the corporate ladder, I'd have to have three people above me quit, and I know that one of them is NEVER going to leave. She has worked here for nearly 20 years, and has had many chances to leave. She has taken none of those options. She hasn't really climbed the ladder either in 20 years. She has sat here and done the same job, with a rotating cast of sidekicks. I'm just the newest one. A part of me envies her ability to deal with the same crap for 20 YEARS!!! And another part of me is really worried that I will be able to do it too. I don't want to be here in another 18 years, and say "I could have done so much more, but no, I sat here and watched the mall become obsolete. Damn internet shopping!!"
Ok, I would never damn the internet! I get hours of enjoyment playing Yahoo games! :-)
I would love to go back to school full time, and get my degree finished, but I can't afford it right now. If I were to quit, it would be after my little sister's wedding in July, because I want to be able to take the time off to go and spend a week at home. I could be hitting my two year itch that I usually get when I have a job, where I start looking at other options I have, and either choose to leave or stay put for another two years.
I generally like the people I work with, and our staff parties have been killer, but if a great majority are making this exodus then I have to wonder, when I should go? There's nothing more pathetic than the aged party girl still hanging on to her glory days.
Have any of you, Dear Readers, clung to a job because it was comfortable or convenient. What was your scariest move? Should I stay or should I go...
Ok, I would never damn the internet! I get hours of enjoyment playing Yahoo games! :-)
I would love to go back to school full time, and get my degree finished, but I can't afford it right now. If I were to quit, it would be after my little sister's wedding in July, because I want to be able to take the time off to go and spend a week at home. I could be hitting my two year itch that I usually get when I have a job, where I start looking at other options I have, and either choose to leave or stay put for another two years.
I generally like the people I work with, and our staff parties have been killer, but if a great majority are making this exodus then I have to wonder, when I should go? There's nothing more pathetic than the aged party girl still hanging on to her glory days.
Have any of you, Dear Readers, clung to a job because it was comfortable or convenient. What was your scariest move? Should I stay or should I go...
Monday, May 01, 2006
I am going to go mad!!!
My wonderful husband rented The Godfather : The Game for the Playstation 2. He is enthralled with acting out one of his favorite movies in video game form... I on the other hand, am humming the theme to this movie incessantly both in my head and out loud.
I went to Sparks tonight, and as we made lip gloss, I was asked what song I was humming. They wanted to know which movie it was from, and one of the Moms that was there laughed as I tried to explain The Godfather (which I have never actually seen) to a group of five year olds without the whole mafia thing.
I went to Sparks tonight, and as we made lip gloss, I was asked what song I was humming. They wanted to know which movie it was from, and one of the Moms that was there laughed as I tried to explain The Godfather (which I have never actually seen) to a group of five year olds without the whole mafia thing.
I want to be "a new kind of Christian" too!
I just finished A New Kind of Christian by Brian McLaren. Let me re-phrase that. I finished re-reading this book. I burned through it in a couple of days, and then went back, and read it again to really 'get' the content.
A few of the WOW moments I had while reading this book were based on the realization that other people think and question the same things that I do. Which leads to a realization that we can work through these questions with the help of some good friends (and new ones too!)
On Saturday, I went to talk with a Catholic priest, an old friend, and I got his take on some of the passages in the book that really affected me. For example, there is a chapter on the Bible, and how "when you let go of the Bible as God's answer book, you get it back as something so much better." He suprised me by confirming the book's answer by saying that the Bible has value in our spiritual growth, as not only a source of answers, but as a source of inspiration to gather people together to learn and discuss the effect of God in our daily lives.
He also suprised me by agreeing with the phrase "I believe Jesus is the Savior, not Chrisitanity." We had a good talk, discussing the impact of the "Christians" in this world who are not very "Christ-like". He completly agrees with the thought that Jesus was not one to seggregate his followers. He preachd to all who would hear him. He didn't judge people. He loved sinners every day, but he did have a list of sins that he told people to obey, and that if they did, then they were going to be rewarded.
He said that Heaven is big enough for everyone, and there will be good people there. People who have lived the best lives that they could for God, not necessarily for religion.
I really enjoy Brian McLaren, and am working my way though his second book in this trilogy, The Story We Find Ourselves In. Reading him has sparked a few conversations that I wasn't ready for and a few conversations that I needed to hear. I am being changed, and stretched in this spiritual evolution that I find myself in. And I think I like it.
A few of the WOW moments I had while reading this book were based on the realization that other people think and question the same things that I do. Which leads to a realization that we can work through these questions with the help of some good friends (and new ones too!)
On Saturday, I went to talk with a Catholic priest, an old friend, and I got his take on some of the passages in the book that really affected me. For example, there is a chapter on the Bible, and how "when you let go of the Bible as God's answer book, you get it back as something so much better." He suprised me by confirming the book's answer by saying that the Bible has value in our spiritual growth, as not only a source of answers, but as a source of inspiration to gather people together to learn and discuss the effect of God in our daily lives.
He also suprised me by agreeing with the phrase "I believe Jesus is the Savior, not Chrisitanity." We had a good talk, discussing the impact of the "Christians" in this world who are not very "Christ-like". He completly agrees with the thought that Jesus was not one to seggregate his followers. He preachd to all who would hear him. He didn't judge people. He loved sinners every day, but he did have a list of sins that he told people to obey, and that if they did, then they were going to be rewarded.
He said that Heaven is big enough for everyone, and there will be good people there. People who have lived the best lives that they could for God, not necessarily for religion.
I really enjoy Brian McLaren, and am working my way though his second book in this trilogy, The Story We Find Ourselves In. Reading him has sparked a few conversations that I wasn't ready for and a few conversations that I needed to hear. I am being changed, and stretched in this spiritual evolution that I find myself in. And I think I like it.
What the???
I just heard a clip of Feist's Mushaboom in a commercial for a Lacoste Fragrance.
When I think of Leslie Feist's songs, I do not necessarily want to think of 'overpriced alligator polo shirts'.
Side note: Who wants to road trip to Regina to see her at the Folk Festival in Vic Park??? It's August 13th, and I really want to see her live.
When I think of Leslie Feist's songs, I do not necessarily want to think of 'overpriced alligator polo shirts'.
Side note: Who wants to road trip to Regina to see her at the Folk Festival in Vic Park??? It's August 13th, and I really want to see her live.
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