Monday, January 14, 2008
American's do not know what that phrase means. Twice in the past two days I have asked a variety of people where the washroom was located, and I was met with blank stares. Apparently, it's not American lingo.
Welcome to Washington, D.C., my location for the next week. I must say, landing in DC was kind of a surreal experience, in the sense of seeing a variety of things in real life that I had only seen in movies or on tv. For instance, there is a scene in Forest Gump that was filmed here, and the Capital Hill building is the back drop for Law and Order. I've seen the Lincoln Memorial in person, and the theatre where Lincoln was shot, and the house that he died in. I've seen the World War II memorial, Supreme Court, Union Station, and a variety of other important buildings. I'm loving the history aspect of it, and the fact that all the museums here are free.
Anyhow, other then the fact that no one knows what the washroom is, or the fact that they think I say about funny, my time in DC has been good so far. Sure, I feel a little out of place with all the business suits, blackberries, and constant rush, but I'm sure I can fake for a few days that I've got it all together, and am living in one of the top igloos in Canada!
Welcome to Washington, D.C., my location for the next week. I must say, landing in DC was kind of a surreal experience, in the sense of seeing a variety of things in real life that I had only seen in movies or on tv. For instance, there is a scene in Forest Gump that was filmed here, and the Capital Hill building is the back drop for Law and Order. I've seen the Lincoln Memorial in person, and the theatre where Lincoln was shot, and the house that he died in. I've seen the World War II memorial, Supreme Court, Union Station, and a variety of other important buildings. I'm loving the history aspect of it, and the fact that all the museums here are free.
Anyhow, other then the fact that no one knows what the washroom is, or the fact that they think I say about funny, my time in DC has been good so far. Sure, I feel a little out of place with all the business suits, blackberries, and constant rush, but I'm sure I can fake for a few days that I've got it all together, and am living in one of the top igloos in Canada!
Labels: Ramblings
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
I have come to the conlusion that normal really does not exist. Not in people, or personalities, not in relationships or acquaintences, and definately not in life. It exists merely as a setting on your wash machine - nothing more. So for all those people out there who are striving to be normal, I suggest you try a new goal in your life. Besides, the normal setting on the wash machine is rather boring - it doesn't create any grand explosions of bubbles, or surprises that turn into funny stories to tell at the next staff Christmas party.
It's been a while since I've posted, somehow the craziness of life has engulfed me, and resulted in a million things coming ahead of sitting down and randomly spewing my thoughts onto a public piece of paper.
For those of you who still read this, and my blog hits tell me there are a few of you (and it is at this point that I do not claim responsibility to any long-term mental damage that it has caused). Well, I've started a new job, to be exact I'm about two months into a new job. They haven't put me out with the weekly garbage yet, so I think that's a good sign.
I'm am absolutely loving it. The job has combined my passion for the abused, my love of law, and my goal to make a difference in the world all into one neatly packaged title.
I've also maintained my crazy schedule of having something on pretty much every night of the week through church involvement, volunteer projects, playing indoor soccer again, and all the fun things that life throws at an individual.
I'm enjoying watching my friends and family grow up - even if I do feel slightly immature and old when friends who are younger then me are getting married and having children! Then again...I don't think nuns are suppose to pursue things like that :)
All that to say, my life isn't normal, and I don't think I ever will be. One day, I will develop the art of stating my thoughts in one cohesive sentence. Until then, you get stuck with the rambling.
It's been a while since I've posted, somehow the craziness of life has engulfed me, and resulted in a million things coming ahead of sitting down and randomly spewing my thoughts onto a public piece of paper.
For those of you who still read this, and my blog hits tell me there are a few of you (and it is at this point that I do not claim responsibility to any long-term mental damage that it has caused). Well, I've started a new job, to be exact I'm about two months into a new job. They haven't put me out with the weekly garbage yet, so I think that's a good sign.
I'm am absolutely loving it. The job has combined my passion for the abused, my love of law, and my goal to make a difference in the world all into one neatly packaged title.
I've also maintained my crazy schedule of having something on pretty much every night of the week through church involvement, volunteer projects, playing indoor soccer again, and all the fun things that life throws at an individual.
I'm enjoying watching my friends and family grow up - even if I do feel slightly immature and old when friends who are younger then me are getting married and having children! Then again...I don't think nuns are suppose to pursue things like that :)
All that to say, my life isn't normal, and I don't think I ever will be. One day, I will develop the art of stating my thoughts in one cohesive sentence. Until then, you get stuck with the rambling.
Labels: Ramblings, Relationships
Monday, July 16, 2007
I woke up Saturday morning, to a rainy damp day. The kind of day that you stay home all day, curl up on your bear skin rug in front of the fireplace and read books or watch tv while drinking wine. I told Justin that I didn't really feel like flying, because it just wasn't a flying day. If only I had a personal jet and could rebook such things.
Well, my gut feeling proved correct, it wasn't a flying day. My flight left the London airport over 4 hours after it was originally suppose to leave. My original flight had been delayed, then there were mechanical problems, and eventually it was cancelled as they need a part flown in from Toronto. The result was that all the unhappy passengers were transfered to the next flight leaving to Toronto. Which of course resulted in my connecting flight from Toronto to Regina to be rescheduled twice.
I arrived in Regina about 5-6 hours after I was suppose to originially arive. Only to find out that they had lost my luggage. I knew all the packing I forced myself to do an hour before I left London was a waste :)
After filing a claim, and getting an overnight package from Air Canada to tie me over till they found my luggage, Jello and I headed to her place. Thankfully I made it here in one piece, and really...there are worse things then wearig the same underware for two weeks...I think :)
Well, my gut feeling proved correct, it wasn't a flying day. My flight left the London airport over 4 hours after it was originally suppose to leave. My original flight had been delayed, then there were mechanical problems, and eventually it was cancelled as they need a part flown in from Toronto. The result was that all the unhappy passengers were transfered to the next flight leaving to Toronto. Which of course resulted in my connecting flight from Toronto to Regina to be rescheduled twice.
I arrived in Regina about 5-6 hours after I was suppose to originially arive. Only to find out that they had lost my luggage. I knew all the packing I forced myself to do an hour before I left London was a waste :)
After filing a claim, and getting an overnight package from Air Canada to tie me over till they found my luggage, Jello and I headed to her place. Thankfully I made it here in one piece, and really...there are worse things then wearig the same underware for two weeks...I think :)
Labels: Ramblings
Friday, July 13, 2007
unfortunately, or fortunately, which ever way you look at it, I do know when I'll be back again. However, for those of you who don't already know, or who haven't already seen or heard my excitement, tomorrow I fly out of London and into Regina. Which starts my two week "road trip" from Regina, to Alberta, to B.C., where Jello and I are going to brave the cold water, monsterous sharks, scary beach boys and learn how to surf.
To say I am excited, would be an understatement; however, I tend to be one of those people who don't get my hopes up until the airplane has actually taken off, so that I am sure the trip is actually going to happen.
For all of you in London, you get a two-week break from me (you should all be celebrating over that thought) for all of you in Regina, Alberta, and B.C., you're gonna have to put up with me, and for that I apologize. I now understand why Scott agreed to bring me to the Calgary airport at 6:00 in the morning on the 28th, he just can't wait to get rid of me, and he will do whatever it takes :)
I'm slowly checking off the things on my list of, "Things to do Before I Die." As long as a shark doesn't eat me, I might actually get through some of this list :)
To say I am excited, would be an understatement; however, I tend to be one of those people who don't get my hopes up until the airplane has actually taken off, so that I am sure the trip is actually going to happen.
For all of you in London, you get a two-week break from me (you should all be celebrating over that thought) for all of you in Regina, Alberta, and B.C., you're gonna have to put up with me, and for that I apologize. I now understand why Scott agreed to bring me to the Calgary airport at 6:00 in the morning on the 28th, he just can't wait to get rid of me, and he will do whatever it takes :)
I'm slowly checking off the things on my list of, "Things to do Before I Die." As long as a shark doesn't eat me, I might actually get through some of this list :)
Labels: Ramblings
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Tomorrow...I will wake up in my comfortable bed, take a warm shower, spend 10 mins or so trying to decide what I should wear to work, because my closet is full...and I have way to many clothes. I'll get into my vehicle, stop by at Tim Hortons and grab myself some breakfast...get into my comfortable air conditioned office and work until lunch time. Then I'll go out for lunch with Andrea, cause that's what we do. I'll go back to work to finish off the day...then I'll get into my car, turn on the air condition...and drive up to the cottage for the weekend.
I'll most likely think about some of the tough stuff that I'm going through and how I really need a vacation, how I really should go clothes shopping and get some more stuff (like I don't have enough already), I'll think about what I should do for school in September, and if I should get a job at a big law firm and rake in the dough. I'll play some music, and think...wow, I really should get some newer speakers, and hook up a bigger sub.
I mean, the day may have some variations, but that's most likely what it will look like.
And then on a day like today, I'll stop and think about how much I really have, and how I take so much for granted. I'll think about how so many people go through way worse, have far less, hurt way deeper, and how most of those people never complain. I'll look at the things in my life that I consider to be tough, and I'll realize that they are just opportunities that God has presented to me, to challenge me, test me, and make me a better person...and really, they aren't that big of a deal.
I know for myself, I can get so caught up in the here and now - in the little things that seem so big in the moment. When really, when it put it all in perspective, when I see all the tough stuff that other people are dealing with, and when I realize how much I have been given...I am humbled and embaressed by the fact that I complain, and I take for granted, when I have every reason not to.
I'll most likely think about some of the tough stuff that I'm going through and how I really need a vacation, how I really should go clothes shopping and get some more stuff (like I don't have enough already), I'll think about what I should do for school in September, and if I should get a job at a big law firm and rake in the dough. I'll play some music, and think...wow, I really should get some newer speakers, and hook up a bigger sub.
I mean, the day may have some variations, but that's most likely what it will look like.
And then on a day like today, I'll stop and think about how much I really have, and how I take so much for granted. I'll think about how so many people go through way worse, have far less, hurt way deeper, and how most of those people never complain. I'll look at the things in my life that I consider to be tough, and I'll realize that they are just opportunities that God has presented to me, to challenge me, test me, and make me a better person...and really, they aren't that big of a deal.
I know for myself, I can get so caught up in the here and now - in the little things that seem so big in the moment. When really, when it put it all in perspective, when I see all the tough stuff that other people are dealing with, and when I realize how much I have been given...I am humbled and embaressed by the fact that I complain, and I take for granted, when I have every reason not to.
Wednesday, May 30, 2007
I'm taking over London. Well, at least attempting. You see, yesterday I picked up a map of London from the tourism centre. I have decided that before I leave London (should I leave) I would like to cover every street in London. In order for it to count, I have to either walk, run, bike, or rollerblade each street.
The predictions as to how long it will take me are as follows:
Justin - 1 year and 3 months
Riley - 11 months
Andrea - 1 year and six months
So yes, that's my new goal, I guess we'll see what London has to offer. I'm sure my adventures will produce some interesting stories!
The predictions as to how long it will take me are as follows:
Justin - 1 year and 3 months
Riley - 11 months
Andrea - 1 year and six months
So yes, that's my new goal, I guess we'll see what London has to offer. I'm sure my adventures will produce some interesting stories!
Labels: Ramblings
Thursday, May 17, 2007
I believe that everything happens for a reason. I may not understand the reason in the moment, or even five years down the road, but I do believe it fits into an ultimate and master plan. That may seem like some giant conspiracy theory, and I suppose in some ways it is. There is an ultimate plan, and there is an ultimate being in control of that plan. Lucky for us...He told us what His plan was, and so we don't have to spend our lives guessing why. Not to say that we always understand the small workings or details...but we can rest assured they fit, they have a purpose.
I suppose I can look at some of the junk I went through, and see it as a trial, something that held me back, or caused me baggage...however, I'm trying to look at it as having a purpose, it seems less depressing that way. You see, if I had to struggle with a negative self-view and all the junk that came with that, just so I could relate to one girl who is struggling with some of the same issues...I think the pain it caused was worth it. If I had to lose people that I loved and trusted the most, so that I can understand what you mean when you tell me you're having a tough time with the ending of a relationship...then the pain was worth it. If I can witness and share my faith to one more person, and really connect and relate because of what I've gone through...the pain hardly seems like pain anymore. It seems like a blessing. Almost like I got lucky, cause God choose me to experience tough stuff, so I could relate to people.
Suddenly, my rough day...doesn't look like a trial...it looks like a blessing. Because when you tell me how you feel completely stressed out...I'll know what you're talking about.
I guess, it comes back to perspective...to seeing the bigger picture, and not getting caught up in the minor details and bumps in the road.
I'm preaching to the choir tonight.
I suppose I can look at some of the junk I went through, and see it as a trial, something that held me back, or caused me baggage...however, I'm trying to look at it as having a purpose, it seems less depressing that way. You see, if I had to struggle with a negative self-view and all the junk that came with that, just so I could relate to one girl who is struggling with some of the same issues...I think the pain it caused was worth it. If I had to lose people that I loved and trusted the most, so that I can understand what you mean when you tell me you're having a tough time with the ending of a relationship...then the pain was worth it. If I can witness and share my faith to one more person, and really connect and relate because of what I've gone through...the pain hardly seems like pain anymore. It seems like a blessing. Almost like I got lucky, cause God choose me to experience tough stuff, so I could relate to people.
Suddenly, my rough day...doesn't look like a trial...it looks like a blessing. Because when you tell me how you feel completely stressed out...I'll know what you're talking about.
I guess, it comes back to perspective...to seeing the bigger picture, and not getting caught up in the minor details and bumps in the road.
I'm preaching to the choir tonight.
Thursday, May 10, 2007
If you were to walk up to me and tell me that life is extremely hard, and brutally tough, I would agree. I'll be the first to sing along with Coldplay..."No one said life was going to be easy, but they never said it was going to be this hard." However, the more I travel this pathway we've titled life, the more I realize that my perspective on things can make or break me. I've had to deal with some junk in my life, and really who hasn't, but at the end of the day, if I'm able to look back and be thankful for the things I learned, or how they made me stronger...then I think it was worth it.
There's a verse that says "Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing."
I don't always see the plan, or even understand it...but I'm trusting that there is an ultimate plan, and it's a perfect one. And so, when life throws a curve ball, instead of becoming bitter over the pain of things that have happened to me, I'd rather move forward...cry a little harder, understand pain a little more deeply, laugh more, and live a life that honors God...despite the mess this life presents.
I suggest everyone take a midnight walk in the rain, jump in the puddles, and laugh because you're glad you're alive. It's all about perspective.
There's a verse that says "Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing."
I don't always see the plan, or even understand it...but I'm trusting that there is an ultimate plan, and it's a perfect one. And so, when life throws a curve ball, instead of becoming bitter over the pain of things that have happened to me, I'd rather move forward...cry a little harder, understand pain a little more deeply, laugh more, and live a life that honors God...despite the mess this life presents.
I suggest everyone take a midnight walk in the rain, jump in the puddles, and laugh because you're glad you're alive. It's all about perspective.
Labels: Ramblings
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
19th non-birthday cake ever. Props to Riley for getting me the best cake I think I've ever had (though the one my dad made when I was like 8, with the man who's coconut beard caught on fire during the lighting of the candles was pretty cool), and most likely ever will have. Totally made my non-birthday day. And just so you all can see, I've included a picture so you can see her.
I had a great day...some good times with friends and family...yay for turning 19!
Labels: Ramblings
Friday, April 13, 2007
So, the story goes like this...last night I came home from work, and as I was walking down my stairs, I noticed that the cover to the small cubby hole that holds the sun pump was off, and the light was on inside. I thought that to be rather odd, as I am the only one who uses the back door entrance, so I peaked in side to see if I could find out why it was open - only to come face-to-face with a racoon. I am proud of myself for not screaming, and also for getting into my house with him sitting there watching me. I talked to him about how mean it would be to jump at me and attack me, and he seemed to understand because he didn't make a move to bite my ankles.
I soon realized that Bob had no intentions of leaving his new home, and either I would have to get him to sign a lease agreement (which of course included a clause about him not attacking me when I walked by), or he would have to leave. The problem being, he was cornered, and I had no way of getting behind him to get him out. I did consider attempting to pick him up while he was sleeping, but it looked like he hadn't cut his nails in quite some time, and I rather not live my life with half my face missing because I was that dumb girl who thought she could pick up a racoon.
Now, I feel girly admitting this, but Ryan and Riley are certified racoon removers...or at least that's what they convinced me of, and since Bob wouldn't leave for me, even though I asked him nicely, they came over to help me out. Poor Bob, he really didn't want to leave, but after some gentle convincing, and Bob showing us his ninja skills, he chased Ryan up the stairs and across the patio...and then high-tailed over to the neighbour's house.
I was sure I'd walk out the door this morning and be greeted by Bob and his entire clan coming back for avengance, but I didn't see him around this morning. So, either he is plotting for some time this weekend, when Jello comes to visit, or he was scarred enough to never come back. I'm hoping for the later.
On a side note - Jello comes tomorrow, and I am so excited...you have no idea, it's been the high light of my life for like the last two months, and I cannot wait to spend time with her!!
I soon realized that Bob had no intentions of leaving his new home, and either I would have to get him to sign a lease agreement (which of course included a clause about him not attacking me when I walked by), or he would have to leave. The problem being, he was cornered, and I had no way of getting behind him to get him out. I did consider attempting to pick him up while he was sleeping, but it looked like he hadn't cut his nails in quite some time, and I rather not live my life with half my face missing because I was that dumb girl who thought she could pick up a racoon.
Now, I feel girly admitting this, but Ryan and Riley are certified racoon removers...or at least that's what they convinced me of, and since Bob wouldn't leave for me, even though I asked him nicely, they came over to help me out. Poor Bob, he really didn't want to leave, but after some gentle convincing, and Bob showing us his ninja skills, he chased Ryan up the stairs and across the patio...and then high-tailed over to the neighbour's house.
I was sure I'd walk out the door this morning and be greeted by Bob and his entire clan coming back for avengance, but I didn't see him around this morning. So, either he is plotting for some time this weekend, when Jello comes to visit, or he was scarred enough to never come back. I'm hoping for the later.
On a side note - Jello comes tomorrow, and I am so excited...you have no idea, it's been the high light of my life for like the last two months, and I cannot wait to spend time with her!!
Labels: Ramblings, Relationships
Saturday, March 24, 2007
It is presently before 8:00 on a Saturday morning, and I have already been awaken by a 2-year-old who wanted to get up, taken two brothers to a 6:00 hockey game, fed and took care of the two-year-old, answered a million why questions by the same two-year-old and showered. This is the life of being a substitute mom for a weekend.
It is at times like this, that you realize how much your own mother did for you, and how much patience she really has. Suddenly I have a new respect for her, and at the same time I question my ability to ever parent children. Do you learn patience, or do some people have it and others don't? I'm hoping you learn it, because otherwise if I ever have children, they are going to be in so much trouble.
On an exciting note, between cleaning, helping children complete their Sunday school, running after various children, and all the other tasks that substitute moms have to do - I am planning on paintballing. It should be some good times. Don't worry, I won't be making the kids run around and trying to shoot them, I don't have patience, but I'm not that on the edge :)
Have a great Saturday folks - I am imagining that the entire world is still sleeping!
It is at times like this, that you realize how much your own mother did for you, and how much patience she really has. Suddenly I have a new respect for her, and at the same time I question my ability to ever parent children. Do you learn patience, or do some people have it and others don't? I'm hoping you learn it, because otherwise if I ever have children, they are going to be in so much trouble.
On an exciting note, between cleaning, helping children complete their Sunday school, running after various children, and all the other tasks that substitute moms have to do - I am planning on paintballing. It should be some good times. Don't worry, I won't be making the kids run around and trying to shoot them, I don't have patience, but I'm not that on the edge :)
Have a great Saturday folks - I am imagining that the entire world is still sleeping!
Labels: Ramblings
Saturday, March 17, 2007
So, tonight we had a surprise party for Riley...good times all around. We went bowling, I realized I haven't been bowling in over a year at least...I think it was quite obvious by my score. But hey, an excuse for ice cream cake, laughing at a show of thriller, hanging out with good friends...means good times forsure. We played street hockey afterwards...so much fun. Though right now, I am completely frozen through...I may never un-thaw at this rate.
Great start to the weekend...and I get to sleep in tomorrow, so I am happy!
Great start to the weekend...and I get to sleep in tomorrow, so I am happy!
Labels: Ramblings, Relationships
Wednesday, March 07, 2007
I discovered last night, that my life's calling is not to be a badminton player. I didn't realize I could suck so bad at something, but last night definately proved it. I think all the people were secretly filming me and killing themselves laughing afterwards over pizza. I mean, I'd go to play on a court, and the entire court would clear...I thought it was because they were scared of my killer serve...but I don't think that was it. Thankfully a few people put up with me on their team, though I do believe it was out of pity and compassion. It was after all at a church, so I think they felt obligated to put up with the horrible new girl who couldn't hit a birdie if her life depended on it. I am sure they will all get a better place in heaven because of it!
But...I definately had fun...and I now realize that I need to play badminton more often, as to save myself the embaressment of last night :) At least I can now cross one thing off my career list!
I was thinking today, while driving to work - it would suck to get into an accident with a blood truck. I mean, could you imagine...you slam into the side of a blood truck, and suddenly blood is everywhere, and you don't even know if it's yours.
So yeah, avoid those blood trucks people!!
But...I definately had fun...and I now realize that I need to play badminton more often, as to save myself the embaressment of last night :) At least I can now cross one thing off my career list!
I was thinking today, while driving to work - it would suck to get into an accident with a blood truck. I mean, could you imagine...you slam into the side of a blood truck, and suddenly blood is everywhere, and you don't even know if it's yours.
So yeah, avoid those blood trucks people!!
Labels: Ramblings
Tuesday, March 06, 2007
So, the dreary tough month of February is over, and already things are looking up. For starters, and definately my most exciting news....Jello is coming to visit. I get a huge grin even now when I say that, despite the fact that I've known for like a week now. I am so excited, to say the least. Anyone who has heard me talk about this, knows that fact to be true. I cannot wait for her to come,it defiantely makes April an exciting month. I mean, what more could a girl ask for...one of her best friends coming for her birthday :)
In other happy news, my friend Heather had her baby, a sweet little baby boy. I wish I was there to help her out and see the little guy, but I am just living through pictures right now. Also, my cousin just had her first baby, Jasmine - weighing 8 pounds 15 ounces...ouch. But, baby and mother are doing well, and I'm looking forward to cute pics!!
In other happy news, my friend Heather had her baby, a sweet little baby boy. I wish I was there to help her out and see the little guy, but I am just living through pictures right now. Also, my cousin just had her first baby, Jasmine - weighing 8 pounds 15 ounces...ouch. But, baby and mother are doing well, and I'm looking forward to cute pics!!
Labels: Ramblings
Monday, February 26, 2007
So, I have a few things I want to do this year, and I'm hoping I actually do all or at least most of these things, just because why not...it's gonna be a good year!
1) Go and learn how to surf...either in California or B.C.
2) Go white water rafting...hopefully in Ottawa for the Canada Day long weekend
3) Ride on the VIA Rail...hopefully to Ottawa when I go white water rafting :)
4) Go camping
5) Go snow camping, and rough it!
6) Go sky diving - though I will need someone to push me out of the plane!
7) Go snorkeling with Nick...off some wrecks somewhere
8) Go to Europe with Jello...
9) Go on at least one road trip...Cedar Point anyone?
10) Run at least one 5k, and complete a triathalon!
So, what are your plans for the year?
1) Go and learn how to surf...either in California or B.C.
2) Go white water rafting...hopefully in Ottawa for the Canada Day long weekend
3) Ride on the VIA Rail...hopefully to Ottawa when I go white water rafting :)
4) Go camping
5) Go snow camping, and rough it!
6) Go sky diving - though I will need someone to push me out of the plane!
7) Go snorkeling with Nick...off some wrecks somewhere
8) Go to Europe with Jello...
9) Go on at least one road trip...Cedar Point anyone?
10) Run at least one 5k, and complete a triathalon!
So, what are your plans for the year?
Labels: Ramblings
Thursday, February 22, 2007
For some reason, February has been a brutal month, as far as people going through tough things in their life. I think our youth pastor Aaron was right, when he told us to watch out for each other especially this month, as it is known as the worst month for depression and things of that nature. It's been a rough month, not because I am going through junk, but because it seems like all my friends are. These are the times that you wish you could take everyone's pain away and keep to to yourself. I hate seeing people have to go through junk in their life, and being unable to stop it for them.
On a more upbeat note...I went to the auto show last weekend, man, I added about 12 cars to my most wanted list. Seriously, I needed a mop with me to get rid of all the drool. I hopefully should have pics up soon...and then you can all see what you missed :)
On a side note, I dyed my hair..so the ditzy skunk blonde is gone now (pics on my flickr account). It's al ittle more red then I thought it was going to be, but hey...red is something new, so we'll see how much fun red heads have!
On a more upbeat note...I went to the auto show last weekend, man, I added about 12 cars to my most wanted list. Seriously, I needed a mop with me to get rid of all the drool. I hopefully should have pics up soon...and then you can all see what you missed :)
On a side note, I dyed my hair..so the ditzy skunk blonde is gone now (pics on my flickr account). It's al ittle more red then I thought it was going to be, but hey...red is something new, so we'll see how much fun red heads have!
Labels: Ramblings, Relationships
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
To be honest, I'm not a huge fan of valentines day, as I do believe Hallmark created it just to sell cards...however, the past two valentines have been an absolute blast, and tonight was no exception. Lots of chocolate, laughter, and good times all around. Gotta love girl nights!
So yes, hope you all had a wonderful holiday, whether you celebrated it or not.
Labels: Ramblings
Tuesday, February 13, 2007
well, maybe not the entire world, just anyone associated with Canada Post and all the drivers and their vehicles on my way home from work this evening.
You see, I haven't been getting mail for almost two weeks now. Of course, you may think "Well Mary, some times when you are a loner and you have no friends, you don't get mail." I realize that is a very valid point; however, I am expecting three things, and have been expecting them for almost a month now, and yet none of them have arrived. I am happy that my bills seemed to have disapeared, but I don't know how I am going to explain that when I get interest charges on their overdueness.
So, I went upstairs and talked to my landlord today, and she assured me that they have not seen any of my mail (though she did have an evil grin on her face, and I heard her laughing when I left later). I did notice some suspicious footprints from the neighbours house to our mailbox in the snow...but really, why would someone steal my mail? So yes, I'm not really sure where lost mail goes...perhaps into a great black abyss never to be seen again.
Also, we are getting a slight amount of snow...and by slight, I do mean slight. However, all the drivers on my route, seemed to think that the few snow flakes falling from the sky means you should drive 10k an hour, and do idiot things, like merge lanes in front of faster cars just because that's what you do when it snows apparently.
I am happy to say I made it home alive, though I definately wondered if I would at various points in my drive.
All that being said - I think I sound a bit like a baby complaining about this...I promise life is good, and these small "disturbances" make me much more patient...or something :)
You see, I haven't been getting mail for almost two weeks now. Of course, you may think "Well Mary, some times when you are a loner and you have no friends, you don't get mail." I realize that is a very valid point; however, I am expecting three things, and have been expecting them for almost a month now, and yet none of them have arrived. I am happy that my bills seemed to have disapeared, but I don't know how I am going to explain that when I get interest charges on their overdueness.
So, I went upstairs and talked to my landlord today, and she assured me that they have not seen any of my mail (though she did have an evil grin on her face, and I heard her laughing when I left later). I did notice some suspicious footprints from the neighbours house to our mailbox in the snow...but really, why would someone steal my mail? So yes, I'm not really sure where lost mail goes...perhaps into a great black abyss never to be seen again.
Also, we are getting a slight amount of snow...and by slight, I do mean slight. However, all the drivers on my route, seemed to think that the few snow flakes falling from the sky means you should drive 10k an hour, and do idiot things, like merge lanes in front of faster cars just because that's what you do when it snows apparently.
I am happy to say I made it home alive, though I definately wondered if I would at various points in my drive.
All that being said - I think I sound a bit like a baby complaining about this...I promise life is good, and these small "disturbances" make me much more patient...or something :)
Labels: Ramblings
Monday, February 12, 2007
Yes ladies and gentlemen, I managed to get my couch into my livingroom. After much pushing, laughing at myself, and almost knocking my house down, my new couch is now displayed within my living room walls. It may never leave, after the effort it took to get it into the room. But I must say, the room looks more cozy now that I managed to convince it to come in.
Now, the picture isn't very good, and I still have some furniture to move around, so it's messy...but at least you can kind of see my couch :)
Wednesday we are having a girl's valentines day party...it's going to be quite the blast...I believe I gained five pounds just planning the chocolate fondu and fountain with cheesecake and fruit. Yum.
Labels: Ramblings
Sunday, February 11, 2007
I went to an auction this past week, not because I needed anything really in particular, but because a friend of mine wanted to go. So, we got the directions and headed out to the middle of nowhere. Now, I've been to auctions before, but it's definately been quite some time. So, apparently this place has an auction every Thursday night, and we decided to see what all the fuss was about. Long and short of it...I bought a couch for $10. I also met a guy who knew my grandparents, and he offered to drive it to London for me :)
Now, it's a decent couch for $10, and my current couch is extremely uncomfortable...only problem is, it's bigger then my house. Well, not really my entire house, because then I would be living in a cardboard box, but bigger then my door ways. After much shoving and pushing, we managed to get it into my kitchen, now I am trying to get it into my living room - which is proving to be quite amusing. I have taken every thing off the walls, I just took the light fixtures down, and I'm contemplating living the rest of my life in my living room. As, my new couch is currently in the hallway, blocking me into the room, and making it so that if any body was to come over, they would have to hop over my couch to get into my living room or bedroom.
Now, there is the small fact that I may starve to death in my living room, but at least it will make an interesting headstone "Here lies the girl who bought a couch much to large, and starved to death in her living room because said couch was too large for her house. She should of learned to be less greedy."
Wish me luck folks...if I ever do manage to get this couch into my living room, I still have to get the other one out. I think it's a sign that I should never go to an auction!
Now, it's a decent couch for $10, and my current couch is extremely uncomfortable...only problem is, it's bigger then my house. Well, not really my entire house, because then I would be living in a cardboard box, but bigger then my door ways. After much shoving and pushing, we managed to get it into my kitchen, now I am trying to get it into my living room - which is proving to be quite amusing. I have taken every thing off the walls, I just took the light fixtures down, and I'm contemplating living the rest of my life in my living room. As, my new couch is currently in the hallway, blocking me into the room, and making it so that if any body was to come over, they would have to hop over my couch to get into my living room or bedroom.
Now, there is the small fact that I may starve to death in my living room, but at least it will make an interesting headstone "Here lies the girl who bought a couch much to large, and starved to death in her living room because said couch was too large for her house. She should of learned to be less greedy."
Wish me luck folks...if I ever do manage to get this couch into my living room, I still have to get the other one out. I think it's a sign that I should never go to an auction!
Labels: Ramblings