weekend capers
Posted by on Monday, August 15, 2005 - 1 comment
This weekend was a productive but tiring one. It was all worth it though.
On Friday I did get my Death Cab for Cutie tickets (i'm so excited), and also tickets to go see Metric in September.
Saturday was a L O N G day. I got up early to see the Man Utd game, as it was the first one of the season - and I was not disappointed. What was disappointing... was the outcome of the Chelsea vs. Wigan game. Heart-breaking really. But I am happy for them, and I think they've definitely proved themselves worthy of being a part of the Premiership.
All day Saturday I was helping Sherry get moved into her new place. And now I have a whole new appreciation for Visana & Brenda (especially) who was a huge part of helping me move.
Yesterday was a bit more chill, but I did get some help to do something that I've been meaning to do for a while - namely, putting up my curtains. Visana came up with her new drill and we put it to some good use. The wonderful result is more sleep for me. I am no longer being woken up by the heat and glare of the morning sun.
So, why don't I feel rested?
Did you do anything cool?
Death Cab for Melda
Posted by on Thursday, August 11, 2005 - leave a comment
...and Daniel, and Ffoeg, and Sherry....
So, tickets go on sale soon for the Death Cab for Cutie show here in TO in October.
I'm just new to the band; thankfully introduced by Daniel. And can't wait for their new album at the end of the month.
(Don't tell Ffoeg, but I think I'll buy his ticket as part of his birthday present.).
testing testing
Posted by on Friday, August 5, 2005 - 7 comments
So, I've finally got it sorted. I'm back on the www.
i spy my little eye on a small window of opportunity
Posted by on Thursday, May 5, 2005 - 5 comments
Okay. I know. Apologies first. You feel.. abandoned, unappreciated, taken for granted. Its not you, its me.
Sorry.
I would've written sooner, at first I was just busy, but when I went to post it became clear that the cloud has finally come to rain upon my free-wireless-connection parade. I am posting this care of a weak, infrequent and unstable new connection nearby. I just hope I will be able to paste (from a post i've had ready and waiting for this connected opportunity) and upload it before it dies off again.
It'll be tough to get caught up, but here goes: Birthday dinner with Daniel at Racho Relaxo was great (i think the best Mexican food i've ever had). Jeannie came to visit on her way home to PEI, having finished her Masters at Sir Wilfred Laurier (Congrats Jeannie - I'm very proud of you). Went out to the hugest sports bar ever with my team and kicked all the boys' ass at pool (therefore gaining respect of all the boys from work). Went out to dinner celebrate Brenhan's birthday. My bro G and his gf came for the weekend (and G went to a conference while here, along with Daniel). Went out to dinner (and of course a trip to IKEA) with Izzy before she moved home to Vancouver. Went to Karaoke to celebrate Susy's birthday. Went to see the Shins with Daniel (thanks to G for the tip they were coming to town). The Shins were incredible. Perhaps even more incredible, in my mind, was that the t-shirts on sale were only $20. I bought one of course. I started my Teaching & Training Adults class and made some new friends. Awww. I was devestated to have not successfully (over online or over the phone) gotten tickets the intimate show Coldplay is playing at Kool Haus in May. My great-uncle Curtis died. I went the Paramount Canada's Wonderland (on pre-bought, pre-planned tickets) and it was windy rainy and miserable. I went on my first rollercoaster (thanks for holding my hand Sherry ...and you too Phil, Patrick says Hi!). It was so miserable that they ended up closing the park and we got free tickets for another day of our choice. SWEET! It was Jaime's birthday and I bought her and I tickets to go see Jeremy Fisher (who I did manage to get tickets for). Never heard of him? Boooooo. Look him up. Brilliant. I can't wait to see him live. I finally finished Don Delillo's White Noise. Estelle, who was like my third grandmother and played a major part in my family's life, passed away. I went to look at some 2 bedroom apts on the waterfront with Brenda and we were deeply saddened to see how small and expensive they were. Two things were the major no sells for me: carpet and eerily the window only opened 3 inches. Brenda and I came home to our building (we each have bachelors here) and signed the papers to move into a 2 bedroom apt here on July 1st. I'll have a roomie soon. Yippee! I saw FarenHYPE 9/11 with Smith. Interesting, but not necessarily thought provoking.
And then, voila. Today. Phew. Now I'm off to do laundry. All 4 loads of it.29 is the new black
Posted by on Wednesday, March 23, 2005 - 12 comments
So far 29 is great. I got flowers (delivered to work no less) from my parents, a great art book from Daniel, a raise from my boss, a top performance award from my department, a surprise visit from Brenhan, birthday wishes from Dean (outside of work hours, which definitely deserves some note here), and a promise of something awesome from my bro when he comes to visit in a couple of weeks (no pressure g).
It deserves to be mentioned that Susy threw a "surprise" mini-party (including incredible strawberries and cream cake) for me while we were out on saturday night. Thanks Susy! Its the closest I've ever come to a surprise party.
Tomorrow after work a bunch of work-mates are getting together for a few celebretory drinks before the holiday weekend. I am seriously thinking that i either want to have a birthday every couple of months or be 29 over and over.
I am thankful and appreciative to everyone for their thoughts and well wishes. A great year ahead to us all! ...and now, Daniel and I are off for dinner. Happy Birthday to me!
silly silly girl
Posted by on Wednesday, March 16, 2005 - 2 comments
After a long day at work Irene joined me on a trip to the grocery store and Kitchen Stuff Plus (quite possibly my favorite store) to stock up on supplies to try my hand at chocolate chip cookies.
With arms full of bags I trekked home, thankful that I only had to walk a mere two and a half blocks. I was very happy to have someone hold the lobby door open for me and equally happy to sit the bags down while I waited for the elevator. A perfect time to get my keys out of my bag and slip them into my pocket for easy access - n'est-ce pas? Non. I rifle through my bag, pockets... and bag again. No keys. Therefore, my keys are still in the drawer of my desk at work. Grrrrr!!
Relatively seething I leave my groceries with the concierge and walk back to work. I chat up security so that they escort me onto my floor. I slide open the second drawer of my filing cabinet and voila. They lay there contented. Is that a grin I see on Julian's face of my Paul Frank keychain?
a time of reflection
Posted by on Monday, March 7, 2005 - 5 comments
Sometimes its nice to take time to reflect on how far you've come, what you've achieved, and to re-access your goals. And then there's birthdays.
Now, don't get me wrong. I love birthdays, especially my own. And people think I'm crazy to enjoy my birthday (which I think is crazy). So, apparently I'm certifiable for telling people my actual age. But I figure what the hell?! I have no reason to hide, dismiss, or disregard it. I am proud of myself, proud that I've managed by the age of 29 (well, not technically yet) to have checked off a lot of things on my life-long To Do List.
This past month I've been a bit elusive. What follows are a few reasons and results.
going from ok to great
Posted by on Thursday, February 3, 2005 - 12 comments
I wasn't feeling so great about the world at the beginning of this week. And I am very glad that things have improved so that I realize yet again how lucky I truly am. I really appreciate when things happen when you really need them too, often without you even knowing it.
Things that have brought a smile to my face this week include:
- I got a postcard from Nick in Paris*
- I got a postcard from ER in New Brunswick*
- I got a package from my grandparents - mittens made by my grandmother and an ornament made by my grandfather.
- Brenda is my new gym buddy.
- Brenhan & Smith calling out of the blue to meet up
- Going to the library with Daniel**
*I love getting postcards. It is one of my very favorite things. It is so nice to be thought of.
**I didn't realize that I missed the library, but i love the smell and feeling of being surrounded by stacks and stacks of books. It makes me want to be back in school RIGHT NOW! But, alas I still have some saving to do. (Donations accepted)
keeping busy
Posted by on Monday, January 24, 2005 - leave a comment
Things appear to be piling up. If i was in school i'd probably say i feel swamped, but mostly i am just behind. laundry and dishes are piling up.
The weekend was a bit slack because Jeannie was in for a visit from Waterloo and because the weather was crap (read as freezing). The weekend previous was food poisoning weekend. ooohhhhhhh. looking for details? Don't worry, i'll spare you. Suffice it to say that i do not encourage you to eat at the MegaWraps at Cumberland Terrace. Make a note.
Also, my friend Jaime has graciously given me
I am afraid that I will never leave the apartment.
...except to go and get the clothes from the dryer... during the next set of commercials.
what does your umbrella say about you?
Posted by on Thursday, January 13, 2005 - 7 comments
so, i'm walking home from work today and even though it was a glorious +10 degrees it has started to pour rain. luckily i have brought my umbrella. which really means that i put it in my bag yesterday, forgot it was there, and therefore had it on hand.
half way home i start to notice all the shapes and sizes: large, small, collapsable, walking-stick-style, solid, printed, colored, even Burberry (which i secretly covet).
mine was the small, collapsable, black, under-$10 type. which means (i think) that i am practical, frugal, and constantly lose umbrellas.