So, I had a drink last night. It's been just over two years. I went for pizza at this greek place with Kristin and Corey, and I felt like a strongbow. We went to the ship and I got a tiny half glass of it, to look at and smell. Finally, after some reasonable discussion, I drank that, and ended up having two half pints. So, basically, a pint of strongbow last night.
I had fun. It tasted good. I had a buzz. But I didnt like the way I felt completely. I also didnt like the odd feeling when I got up at 7 to go to the bathroom. Absolutely not hung over, but just.. not right.
I'm not upset or sad that I did it, but I dont think that I will again for a while. It just doesnt seem that great or worth it. Ah well.
Now, to get ready and head to the tattoo convention.
August 31, 2008
August 29, 2008
stress day is here!
ok, so ive now showered, have to dry my hair, finish packing, call cohen to put my stuff in their car, go to IGA across the street and buy the food for the vegetarians.. then bus to costco and get the bbq stuff, get picked up at like 10:30, get it all up and into work, finish off some studio moves that are being done tuesday when im not back yet, put on my out of office, make sure they are ok for meals on tuesday, and then get out by 12:35.
no package in the mail for me. its from ebay. and not even a response from the seller saying when it was sent. lame. i also have to devise some new backless shirt for the convention on sunday, as Im tired of the ratty thing that i cut up a year ago. arg. no time.
ok, off to start the insanity. im sure ill still blog from my moms house. no rest for the weary.
not that the world will stop without it..
no package in the mail for me. its from ebay. and not even a response from the seller saying when it was sent. lame. i also have to devise some new backless shirt for the convention on sunday, as Im tired of the ratty thing that i cut up a year ago. arg. no time.
ok, off to start the insanity. im sure ill still blog from my moms house. no rest for the weary.
not that the world will stop without it..
August 28, 2008
ugh
crazy day at work.
i *think* i got everything done.
tomorrow i have to hit costco and buy a ton of stuff for a bbq saturday at work that i wont even be at.
then go to work and hopefully get everything done before i get picked up to leave. i hate rushing like that, everything comes to a peak and i get hella stressed. thats right. hella.
i ate crackers for dinner. i havent packed yet for calgary. at all.
and tai chi starts in 5 min. im going to be late.
i want a do over for today.
i *think* i got everything done.
tomorrow i have to hit costco and buy a ton of stuff for a bbq saturday at work that i wont even be at.
then go to work and hopefully get everything done before i get picked up to leave. i hate rushing like that, everything comes to a peak and i get hella stressed. thats right. hella.
i ate crackers for dinner. i havent packed yet for calgary. at all.
and tai chi starts in 5 min. im going to be late.
i want a do over for today.
rain rain
Its pouring out. Very Vancouver. I had hoped for a bit more sun as this summer seemed to be more like winter. Ah well. Off to work now, to put in an extra long day, in the hopes that I can get everything done, and can take tomorrow morning off as well.
Currently I am leaving work at 12:30 to drive to Calgary. But I want to be home in case a package is delivered. Arg. Stupid work. Why can't they get by without me?
A friend is sending a resume over to another studio for me today. And another girl is good friends with someone high up in yet another. I do hope I can stay put though.
Currently I am leaving work at 12:30 to drive to Calgary. But I want to be home in case a package is delivered. Arg. Stupid work. Why can't they get by without me?
A friend is sending a resume over to another studio for me today. And another girl is good friends with someone high up in yet another. I do hope I can stay put though.
August 27, 2008
I've got mail!
It wasn't what i was hoping it would be, but its still super pretty earrings that some friends made me, from Iowa. I'll get pictures later!
And, I am downloading tales from earthsea, as yes, I am compelled to see what its all about, and how bad it actually is. Whether or not i'll have to time watch it is another story.
And, I am downloading tales from earthsea, as yes, I am compelled to see what its all about, and how bad it actually is. Whether or not i'll have to time watch it is another story.
the hunt continues
I have a lunch date today with Tania, who is a talent manager at work. I had been told from one of the producers that she may be needing some help in her area coming up, so I'm hoping that that is true.
She also kicked off an email yesterday (so she said) to try and find something else for me, so that I don't leave the studio when my contract is up.
Of course, no one knows that I am leaving for good in Jan-Mar of next year, but I do need to work until I go! Being unemployed is expensive business, as I hope to not find out for long overseas!
Fingers crossed that I can find out soon what is in store for me. I will have to start looking for work outside my current studio if they can't give me an answer soon. Boo.
Also, where the hell did August go? I had wanted to be more aware of my plans, so that I could make a decision on whether or not to move out of my apartment, which would have meant giving my months notice this weekend. That certainly isn't going to happen now, so that is pushed back a month now. I hope I get some answers soon!
She also kicked off an email yesterday (so she said) to try and find something else for me, so that I don't leave the studio when my contract is up.
Of course, no one knows that I am leaving for good in Jan-Mar of next year, but I do need to work until I go! Being unemployed is expensive business, as I hope to not find out for long overseas!
Fingers crossed that I can find out soon what is in store for me. I will have to start looking for work outside my current studio if they can't give me an answer soon. Boo.
Also, where the hell did August go? I had wanted to be more aware of my plans, so that I could make a decision on whether or not to move out of my apartment, which would have meant giving my months notice this weekend. That certainly isn't going to happen now, so that is pushed back a month now. I hope I get some answers soon!
August 26, 2008
small world
So, a few weeks ago, my ex from LA texted me to see if I would have time to show some friends of his around Vancouver. I guess this couple from Sweden was travelling around, and they were coming here and didnt know anyone. Unfortunately, I am so busy with work that I declined, as I can barely keep my own life straight these days, nevermind be responsible for someone else in town.
He just wrote me on myspace, and I guess this couple is the same couple that was interviewing Allen at the Ink and Iron show in Long Beach! He figured it out because my back is in one of the photo montages (sp?) that they did.
So, I guess they wouldnt have been total strangers, though I doubt I would have recognized them to see them again. Would have been funny though. Maybe they'll be at the Calgary show this weekend.
And with that, my two dedicated readers, I ask you this: Will you be in Calgary next weekend?
Amalie, I know you won't be, but you guys should really look into it sometime, not that you are in need of more places to go, but its huge and alot of fun! And Dave, youre only a few hours away... will you be there at all? I know I missed you last year....
He just wrote me on myspace, and I guess this couple is the same couple that was interviewing Allen at the Ink and Iron show in Long Beach! He figured it out because my back is in one of the photo montages (sp?) that they did.
So, I guess they wouldnt have been total strangers, though I doubt I would have recognized them to see them again. Would have been funny though. Maybe they'll be at the Calgary show this weekend.
And with that, my two dedicated readers, I ask you this: Will you be in Calgary next weekend?
Amalie, I know you won't be, but you guys should really look into it sometime, not that you are in need of more places to go, but its huge and alot of fun! And Dave, youre only a few hours away... will you be there at all? I know I missed you last year....
August 25, 2008
texty text
After missing three calls, Al finally got through to me. I met Al in Australia in Jan/Feb of '99. Emailed a couple times over the last 10 years or so, and reconnected again on the glory that is facebook. It was super fun talking to him again, and having a quick catch up!
He is still in Oz, but moving back to New Zealand (where he is from) in Nov.
How jealous am I that he is still essentially travelling?! Well, OK, he isnt travelling anymore. He got married and has a kid, and lives in Australia. But that's what I want to do! Be living somewhere else. Not necessarily married with kids. Yet. Oh heck, you know what I mean.
Took me a bit to figure out how to text him back that I was able to take a call, but figure it out I did! Yay for international texting! Too bad Bell doesn't text Denmark or Hungary. What's up with that? Why the heck not??? It makes no sense... but when I figure it out... Oh man....
He is still in Oz, but moving back to New Zealand (where he is from) in Nov.
How jealous am I that he is still essentially travelling?! Well, OK, he isnt travelling anymore. He got married and has a kid, and lives in Australia. But that's what I want to do! Be living somewhere else. Not necessarily married with kids. Yet. Oh heck, you know what I mean.
Took me a bit to figure out how to text him back that I was able to take a call, but figure it out I did! Yay for international texting! Too bad Bell doesn't text Denmark or Hungary. What's up with that? Why the heck not??? It makes no sense... but when I figure it out... Oh man....
bang bang
So, we dragged poor yellow dresser out past Misson, to some gravel pits on crown land. It sulked in the back of the truck...
And then a bit more out in the field. I think it was a bit worried at this point.
I put 5 rounds of slugs in it first, followed by Mike..
Followed by a round each of buckshot...
Birdshot may not look like much but it sure does the trick!
My shoulder hurt after another round with the 12g shotgun so I let Mike go crazy on it...
Which he did...
Took a few shots at it with my new .22
Doesnt do too much, but there ya go...
In the end, this was all that was left! =)
I did some shooting with my new little Ruger 10-22!
Love it!
It was amazing how many shells there were in this area.
There are literally thousands. Every little coloured bit you see there, red, blue.. are all shotgun shells!
And last but not least, my rifle.
Yes, yes, I'll have to sell it again before I go, I know that!
But I can have my fun. And fun was had, rest assured!!
And then a bit more out in the field. I think it was a bit worried at this point.
I put 5 rounds of slugs in it first, followed by Mike..
Followed by a round each of buckshot...
Birdshot may not look like much but it sure does the trick!
My shoulder hurt after another round with the 12g shotgun so I let Mike go crazy on it...
Which he did...
Took a few shots at it with my new .22
Doesnt do too much, but there ya go...
In the end, this was all that was left! =)
I did some shooting with my new little Ruger 10-22!
Love it!
It was amazing how many shells there were in this area.
There are literally thousands. Every little coloured bit you see there, red, blue.. are all shotgun shells!
And last but not least, my rifle.
Yes, yes, I'll have to sell it again before I go, I know that!
But I can have my fun. And fun was had, rest assured!!
August 23, 2008
Jeg tale lidt dansk
I just finished up my first danish lesson with Julia! Or rather Lektion et.
Jeg Hedder Corey.
Jeg kommer fra Canada.
Jeg tale engeslk og lidt dansk.
Hvad med dig?
I also had to listen to 'Smuk Som Et Stjerneskud' by the Olsen Brothers. It's some song that Denmark won for, in some contest. I don't know. I just know that I had to listen for the words 'stjerneskud' and 'kærlighed' and count how many times they were each said. I was one off on both.
I'm sure you have your own opinions about the song Amalie.. but I think its funny. In a lame way. It was also the first Danish song I've ever listened to.
Now, it's off to Reliable to pick up ammo for shotguns! I'm going to go blast up a dresser I've had since before I was born. It's been with me for 30 years now, so I can't really give it to anyone. I need to take it out. And what better way than blowing it to smithereens! Plus I won't be able to go shooting overseas anymore, so get it in now!
After bullet shopping, I'll be at work for a few hours, then off to the woods. Pictures of the dresser's demise to follow!!
(I've taken pretty much all the stickers off of it now, but you'll see...)
Jeg Hedder Corey.
Jeg kommer fra Canada.
Jeg tale engeslk og lidt dansk.
Hvad med dig?
I also had to listen to 'Smuk Som Et Stjerneskud' by the Olsen Brothers. It's some song that Denmark won for, in some contest. I don't know. I just know that I had to listen for the words 'stjerneskud' and 'kærlighed' and count how many times they were each said. I was one off on both.
I'm sure you have your own opinions about the song Amalie.. but I think its funny. In a lame way. It was also the first Danish song I've ever listened to.
Now, it's off to Reliable to pick up ammo for shotguns! I'm going to go blast up a dresser I've had since before I was born. It's been with me for 30 years now, so I can't really give it to anyone. I need to take it out. And what better way than blowing it to smithereens! Plus I won't be able to go shooting overseas anymore, so get it in now!
After bullet shopping, I'll be at work for a few hours, then off to the woods. Pictures of the dresser's demise to follow!!
(I've taken pretty much all the stickers off of it now, but you'll see...)
August 21, 2008
Aktivt Dansk
Julia sent me the audio parts that go along with my workbook. We are going to try to connect on Skype this weekend for my first Danish lesson with her. Should be interesting. I havent actually spoken to her (besides internet) for two years since I met her during my trip to Switzerland.
I imagine we will chatter more than anything else, but at least its step one.
The people in the audio talk very fast. Can't they talk slower for us learners??
Le sigh.
I imagine we will chatter more than anything else, but at least its step one.
The people in the audio talk very fast. Can't they talk slower for us learners??
Le sigh.
August 19, 2008
the days, they get crazy
Found out today that some of the guys at work are abusing out OT meal program. Big shock there, I mean really.... so now, to battle it, we get to stay til 8 pm to make sure that whomever ordered dinner, is actually working til 8. Big brother anyone? More time for me to run around and socialize sure, but now I have to police them and I hate it. Blah.
Dentist today was good. Have to wait and see what my benefits will cover for the major work I want done. *le sigh*
My dental hygenist today was Danish. Denmark is flaunting itself in my face, everywhere I turn. There's Denmark, in some way, shape or form. Even star trek last night!
IM COMING ALREADY!! GIVE ME A FEW MONTHS! gah.
Dentist today was good. Have to wait and see what my benefits will cover for the major work I want done. *le sigh*
My dental hygenist today was Danish. Denmark is flaunting itself in my face, everywhere I turn. There's Denmark, in some way, shape or form. Even star trek last night!
IM COMING ALREADY!! GIVE ME A FEW MONTHS! gah.
August 18, 2008
I finally got benefits from work, so dentist tomorrow. Its been a year since Ive been for a cleaning, so Im somewhat looking forward to it. I hate the dentist but I love my teeth to look good. Hopefully he can still help me out to fix two, by way of tearing them out of my head and putting in fake ones. Have to get this all done before my contract runs out.
I heard today that they are pushing back the release of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince til summer of next year. Bunk!
I fucking love star trek voyager, and I dont care what you think.
I heard today that they are pushing back the release of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince til summer of next year. Bunk!
I fucking love star trek voyager, and I dont care what you think.
August 17, 2008
busy days are here
I think that I will be having even less time for myself in the next few weeks, but I think it might do me some good. Some socialization outside of work.
Today I took my Mom to the airport to see her off home, then met up with Taryn for a small walk and catch up. I havent seen her for months, its crazy. We stopped in at Jeremy and Cohen's shop, Tattoo Union, for a bit and lots of other peeps were there that I havent seen for months. Very nice. Hung out for a while, and then headed right downtown to see Marky and get my toes touched up. I firmly believe that tattooing toes hurts way more than feet. That is my stance, as it were. Wokka wokka.
I think that I have lunches with people this week, and then plans at night. But I cant remember when! I need to write this stuff down..
Wednesday Im going to go over to Dave's to play rock band. Saturday after work Mike is going to take me up to the woods and I am going to shoot up my dresser Ive had since I was born. Sunday after work, Siobhan and I are going to the PNE!
I know there is more but I'll have to figure that out... dammit... oh ya, Thursday night is tai chi...
I want to get back into yoga too. NO TIME!!!
Today I took my Mom to the airport to see her off home, then met up with Taryn for a small walk and catch up. I havent seen her for months, its crazy. We stopped in at Jeremy and Cohen's shop, Tattoo Union, for a bit and lots of other peeps were there that I havent seen for months. Very nice. Hung out for a while, and then headed right downtown to see Marky and get my toes touched up. I firmly believe that tattooing toes hurts way more than feet. That is my stance, as it were. Wokka wokka.
I think that I have lunches with people this week, and then plans at night. But I cant remember when! I need to write this stuff down..
Wednesday Im going to go over to Dave's to play rock band. Saturday after work Mike is going to take me up to the woods and I am going to shoot up my dresser Ive had since I was born. Sunday after work, Siobhan and I are going to the PNE!
I know there is more but I'll have to figure that out... dammit... oh ya, Thursday night is tai chi...
I want to get back into yoga too. NO TIME!!!
random seriousness
I think I have begun the mourning/grieving process of Vancouver, and some of my life here in Canada.
For the most part, I can keep in touch with friends via the good ol interweb, so Im not bothered with that. I didnt get upset over moving away from friends when I left Calgary (I didnt get upset over leaving anything in Calgary actually) and I cant see myself getting worked up this time. Friends are always there, and I know I will make new ones. I also have a good handful where I'm going!
I have already begun to miss my family, and have gotten sad a few times that I wont see some for a long time. Namely my Mom, my Grandmother on my Dads side, and now my nephew. The rest.. well, they're family, but I'm not as close. I dont know.. But Im sad about that, and I will miss them.
I also noticed yesterday that I will actually miss Vancouver. This is an awesome city. I'll miss being able to randomly change directions for my day and know exactly what bus to get on (though I know I can learn that anywhere), I'll miss the familiar sights and landmarks, I'll miss the ocean here, although I really didnt visit it as often as I would have liked. It's nice knowing its right there.
There is more, but that is what has surfaced for me in the last couple days. I'm super excited for this change in life, but it wont be as easy as my move to the coast was.
That, is for sure.
For the most part, I can keep in touch with friends via the good ol interweb, so Im not bothered with that. I didnt get upset over moving away from friends when I left Calgary (I didnt get upset over leaving anything in Calgary actually) and I cant see myself getting worked up this time. Friends are always there, and I know I will make new ones. I also have a good handful where I'm going!
I have already begun to miss my family, and have gotten sad a few times that I wont see some for a long time. Namely my Mom, my Grandmother on my Dads side, and now my nephew. The rest.. well, they're family, but I'm not as close. I dont know.. But Im sad about that, and I will miss them.
I also noticed yesterday that I will actually miss Vancouver. This is an awesome city. I'll miss being able to randomly change directions for my day and know exactly what bus to get on (though I know I can learn that anywhere), I'll miss the familiar sights and landmarks, I'll miss the ocean here, although I really didnt visit it as often as I would have liked. It's nice knowing its right there.
There is more, but that is what has surfaced for me in the last couple days. I'm super excited for this change in life, but it wont be as easy as my move to the coast was.
That, is for sure.
August 16, 2008
a week in the life
So, its been a bit hectic for me over the last week. Getting back from the island, work work work, then my Mom has been here. Its been fun but I am ready for a night to myself. But when will this happen? I cant even say...
For now, I will just get you up to speed.
Some pics from last weekend, with the spa (which was marvelous and I want to go back so bad!! If I could be in the ((warm)) water all the time, I would. Did I say that before? I dont even care, I mean it so much that it can be said twice), and the baby and whatnot.
A few days back at work had my Mom here in Vancouver to stay with me. Yesterday morning we had breakfast with Shauna and her son, Brodie, who is now 14 months.
After that, we borrowed Kate and Andrew's car and drove all over Vancouver for my Mom's cards. The things you do for Mothers...
Today we hit up Van Dusen Botanical Gardens here in Vancouver. I had no idea that such a huge garden existed in the middle of the city! And I've been here for over 4 years. Go figure.
This afternoon we went to see Mama Mia. Super chick flick. My Mom cried. I cried. It was good. I enjoyed it alot. (I can admit that, I'm ok with it)
Tonight will be relaxing and watch TV/movies. Unfortunately my Mom has legally blonde 2 on right now.. i'll have to do something about that....
For now, I will just get you up to speed.
Some pics from last weekend, with the spa (which was marvelous and I want to go back so bad!! If I could be in the ((warm)) water all the time, I would. Did I say that before? I dont even care, I mean it so much that it can be said twice), and the baby and whatnot.
A few days back at work had my Mom here in Vancouver to stay with me. Yesterday morning we had breakfast with Shauna and her son, Brodie, who is now 14 months.
After that, we borrowed Kate and Andrew's car and drove all over Vancouver for my Mom's cards. The things you do for Mothers...
Today we hit up Van Dusen Botanical Gardens here in Vancouver. I had no idea that such a huge garden existed in the middle of the city! And I've been here for over 4 years. Go figure.
This afternoon we went to see Mama Mia. Super chick flick. My Mom cried. I cried. It was good. I enjoyed it alot. (I can admit that, I'm ok with it)
Tonight will be relaxing and watch TV/movies. Unfortunately my Mom has legally blonde 2 on right now.. i'll have to do something about that....
August 13, 2008
honestly...
is it too much to ask, that I get serious comments from friends on serious posts. Im not talking about here, btw. cause only 4 of you know about this page, and rarely comment. =)
I'm talking about facebook. Yes, we can all be silly alot of the time there, but recently, I posted a note with a quote from the dalai lama. A pretty great one too. So my good friend leaves a jackass comment on it. Can we just go back to the age old "if you dont have something nice to say, dont say anything at all."?? I deleted her comment. Its my damn page, I'll do what I want.
I think that as much as I enjoy goofing around, I am feeling like I need to get serious for a bit, and that seems to take away from my patience for everyone else. Or maybe im just moody right now. Could be anything. But I do have lots to think about right now. And lots of things to do before I leave this country.
I suppose I should go to work now. Still unsure of where I will work for the last 4-6 months before I take off. Im sure it will work out, but Id really like to know. I can go unemployed for a bit across the pond, but I need to afford to get there first.
Oh ya! benefits finally kicked in! Dentist next week! time to take advantage of that and get shit done!!
I'm talking about facebook. Yes, we can all be silly alot of the time there, but recently, I posted a note with a quote from the dalai lama. A pretty great one too. So my good friend leaves a jackass comment on it. Can we just go back to the age old "if you dont have something nice to say, dont say anything at all."?? I deleted her comment. Its my damn page, I'll do what I want.
I think that as much as I enjoy goofing around, I am feeling like I need to get serious for a bit, and that seems to take away from my patience for everyone else. Or maybe im just moody right now. Could be anything. But I do have lots to think about right now. And lots of things to do before I leave this country.
I suppose I should go to work now. Still unsure of where I will work for the last 4-6 months before I take off. Im sure it will work out, but Id really like to know. I can go unemployed for a bit across the pond, but I need to afford to get there first.
Oh ya! benefits finally kicked in! Dentist next week! time to take advantage of that and get shit done!!
August 10, 2008
August 9, 2008
I'm an aunt!
well, he arrived at 6:28 pm, a healthy 8 pounds. no name yet. updating from my itouch. kinda annoying. more tomorrow.
is he here yet?
So, after a stressful morning at work, I finally got on the road with Kate and Andrew, and Sebastian and Rigby of course, on the way to the ferry. There were big line ups so when the time came, we werent sure if they were going to make it on. I *had* to get on to get a rental car on the other side, so I started to walk to the terminal. It was farther away than I thought so I started to run, but some nice lady stopped to drive me down. Got across, got the car, got to Courtenay.
I will take an aside right now to give props to mix cds that are named for a theme and not the music on them. Finding them for a listen 6 years after they are made is thoroughly entertaining!
So I got to my brothers house. No baby yet. Yesterday was a big fuss everywhere in the world, being 8.8.08, so I tried to get her to have her baby then, but no dice. After Tyler and I staying up late to complete half of boom blox, we were off to sleep.
I was awoken this morning, spa day I might add, to the news that Sarah's water has broken! Its been almost an hour now and nothing has really happened except for the fact that she is leaking. But that means that he will be here soon! I dont know what that means for my spa day now, and the reservations we have.... is that bad of me to think of right now? wah.
More news as the story develops!
I will take an aside right now to give props to mix cds that are named for a theme and not the music on them. Finding them for a listen 6 years after they are made is thoroughly entertaining!
So I got to my brothers house. No baby yet. Yesterday was a big fuss everywhere in the world, being 8.8.08, so I tried to get her to have her baby then, but no dice. After Tyler and I staying up late to complete half of boom blox, we were off to sleep.
I was awoken this morning, spa day I might add, to the news that Sarah's water has broken! Its been almost an hour now and nothing has really happened except for the fact that she is leaking. But that means that he will be here soon! I dont know what that means for my spa day now, and the reservations we have.... is that bad of me to think of right now? wah.
More news as the story develops!
August 7, 2008
So You Think You Can Dance
I SO called that Joshua would win. Love that guy.
I even got a bit teary...
I even got a bit teary...
grasp bird's tail
I just got home from my first tai chi class. Im really glad I did that for myself. reallyreallyreallyreally. I feel so good, and I cant wait to go back next week!
And now, to watch the rest of the finale of So You Think You Can Dance.
And now, to watch the rest of the finale of So You Think You Can Dance.
new plans?
After a long game of phone tag, I finally spoke with the lady at the Danish consulate yesterday. I think my new 'plan of attack' is going to be to get my Danish working holiday visa now, to start in the beginning of the year as my UK visa does, and get over to Denmark sooner so I can register with the Politi (police) and thus begin my two years living in Denmark.
After that year visa is up, I can then go back to the UK for the second part of my still running visa, and work and travel about there, so long as I maintain my address in Denmark. Or a address at any rate.
Going to print off the forms, again, for that visa today and just do it. The only thing I have to be careful of is sending my passport away, as I need it to go down to Seattle in the beginning of September. And maybe while my Mom is here. I can always send that off after I come back in Sept. Hmmmmmm....
Two more days of work, and then its off to the island to see my brother and sister-in-law, and hopefully meet my new nephew! Also, a day at the spa! (http://www.kingfisherspa.com/). So excited!! We are doing the hydra-path and then I have a warm mud massage. That baby better show up too. More for my Moms sake than mine. I can go back over there anytime, its much more expensive for her.
My firefox has been crashing alot lately. Just now, it froze up and crashed again. Normally, I would have lost everything I had written so far, but with blogger, it saves drafts!!! Thank you blogger!!! lifesaver. love it.
After that year visa is up, I can then go back to the UK for the second part of my still running visa, and work and travel about there, so long as I maintain my address in Denmark. Or a address at any rate.
Going to print off the forms, again, for that visa today and just do it. The only thing I have to be careful of is sending my passport away, as I need it to go down to Seattle in the beginning of September. And maybe while my Mom is here. I can always send that off after I come back in Sept. Hmmmmmm....
Two more days of work, and then its off to the island to see my brother and sister-in-law, and hopefully meet my new nephew! Also, a day at the spa! (http://www.kingfisherspa.com/). So excited!! We are doing the hydra-path and then I have a warm mud massage. That baby better show up too. More for my Moms sake than mine. I can go back over there anytime, its much more expensive for her.
My firefox has been crashing alot lately. Just now, it froze up and crashed again. Normally, I would have lost everything I had written so far, but with blogger, it saves drafts!!! Thank you blogger!!! lifesaver. love it.
August 6, 2008
morning thoughts
Still trying to work out where I'm going to live for the last while that I'm in Vancouver. I can stay where I am, fine, but it doesnt help me to get rid of all my stuff. I want to move out, so that I can sell most of my stuff now. It just forces me to get on with it.
Unfortunately, you snooze you lose. I had an opportunity for a place, same rent as mine, that I could have house sit for 6 months, and then leave in March. Too bad for me, I decided to go for it too late and they may have someone to do it now. I can only hope that the contract doesnt go through. My fingers are crossed, and if youre really my friend, yours are too!
Work is work. Still trying to figure out what I'll do when my contract is up in 2 months. I'm not overly worried about it. I know I can find a good job. I just like to know. This whole travelling around, flying by the seat of my pants, moving to the other side of the world next year is going to be interesting. I'm a planner but I need to learn to loosen up. Eek.
Today is supposed to be the hottest day of 2008 here. 33 degree. Of course I'll be inside for most of it, but I can at least wear shorts dammit! I should go get ready for work. I need to leave earlier in the morning so I dont have to 'cuddle' with everyone on the bus. I hate transit...
Unfortunately, you snooze you lose. I had an opportunity for a place, same rent as mine, that I could have house sit for 6 months, and then leave in March. Too bad for me, I decided to go for it too late and they may have someone to do it now. I can only hope that the contract doesnt go through. My fingers are crossed, and if youre really my friend, yours are too!
Work is work. Still trying to figure out what I'll do when my contract is up in 2 months. I'm not overly worried about it. I know I can find a good job. I just like to know. This whole travelling around, flying by the seat of my pants, moving to the other side of the world next year is going to be interesting. I'm a planner but I need to learn to loosen up. Eek.
Today is supposed to be the hottest day of 2008 here. 33 degree. Of course I'll be inside for most of it, but I can at least wear shorts dammit! I should go get ready for work. I need to leave earlier in the morning so I dont have to 'cuddle' with everyone on the bus. I hate transit...
August 5, 2008
trial by error
Playing with some of the templates here on blogger, til I find one that will work for me. I'm pretty sure it isnt this one, but I don't know how to load up a personal background. Ah well, once I taught myself some html for my old page, I guess I will just have to do it again here.
*le sigh*
I don't care to go back to work today. I like having days off better. hmph.
*le sigh*
I don't care to go back to work today. I like having days off better. hmph.
August 4, 2008
This just in.
A very important notice provided by some local (crazy) person here on Main Street.
I love this hood.
I love this hood.
Travelbug
I was up late last night looking at cheap flights around Europe. Man I can't wait. I think I'll hold off until spring to go see places. Even though it might kill me to wait that long. I don't think I ever got around to posting alot of pictures from my trip two years ago. So here are a few, in the spirit of adding pictures to blogs.
Aug 2006:
England. I love castles!
Tricia and I are Warwick castle. She lives in Birmingham.
John and Caroline cutting the cake! I was their maid of honor!
The eye in London = waste of time and money.
Copenhagen! I dont know why its underlining now!
Woo Denmark! I look so happy don't I?
Lucerne Switzerland!
Myself, Julia from Hungary, Terry from home and Penny who lives in Lucerne now!
Aug 2006:
England. I love castles!
Tricia and I are Warwick castle. She lives in Birmingham.
John and Caroline cutting the cake! I was their maid of honor!
The eye in London = waste of time and money.
Copenhagen! I dont know why its underlining now!
Woo Denmark! I look so happy don't I?
Lucerne Switzerland!
Myself, Julia from Hungary, Terry from home and Penny who lives in Lucerne now!
August 3, 2008
need more pics
So in an effort to provide those, here is my home. For the next two months minimum.
The view from my couch:
Closer..
The home operation centre:
The rest of my living space:
My combined literature for learning Danish, minus the software I have:
The view from my couch:
Closer..
The home operation centre:
The rest of my living space:
My combined literature for learning Danish, minus the software I have:
Know who kicks ass?
William Shatner, thats who. You can't even deny it. He rules.
He changed the world you know...
He changed the world you know...
only noon?
My internal alarm clock woke me up around 8 am today. So ive been up.
Did some sorting of my vast t-shirt collection, cut it down to a third of its former glory. Took out some things from my closet and vanity, and packed it all away to my storage room. I played Spin Jam for playstation for half an hour for old times sake, and ate a bit.
I feel like it should be 4 pm but its only 1230. Lots to do with my day yet, but here I am in my jammies. My feet still hurt too much to go play outside much, so I am left with ..... well, Im not sure. I wanted to go through the storage room again, but when I got it open, I lost my zeal to do it. Maybe tomorrow. Yeah. Right.
I feel sort of stuck. I want to clear out a ton of stuff, but I have no where to put it. I need to get that yard sale going. Next weekend I am going over to the island to hopefully meet my nephew, if he has decided to join us yet. The weekend after that Im most likely working. So maybe the one after that I can be ready to rock all my crap downstairs to the lawn of my building, have my change jar and just sit there and make up prices as I go. Lets go with that.
Did some sorting of my vast t-shirt collection, cut it down to a third of its former glory. Took out some things from my closet and vanity, and packed it all away to my storage room. I played Spin Jam for playstation for half an hour for old times sake, and ate a bit.
I feel like it should be 4 pm but its only 1230. Lots to do with my day yet, but here I am in my jammies. My feet still hurt too much to go play outside much, so I am left with ..... well, Im not sure. I wanted to go through the storage room again, but when I got it open, I lost my zeal to do it. Maybe tomorrow. Yeah. Right.
I feel sort of stuck. I want to clear out a ton of stuff, but I have no where to put it. I need to get that yard sale going. Next weekend I am going over to the island to hopefully meet my nephew, if he has decided to join us yet. The weekend after that Im most likely working. So maybe the one after that I can be ready to rock all my crap downstairs to the lawn of my building, have my change jar and just sit there and make up prices as I go. Lets go with that.
August 2, 2008
1-2-3 go!
Yes, its triple post day. I just looked back at my old blog, and it appears that I started that on Aug 1, 2004. Kind of fitting that I start this one pretty much 4 years later.
I think what I will enjoy most about this one, is that no one really knows about it. I only know about 5 people who blog here, so that works for me. Something I didnt enjoy about my last one, was that if I were ever upset about something someone did, I couldnt always write about it, as they could read it or find out. And since this is meant to somewhat be my 'diary', I think its better that no one really knows.. for now anyways..
Just finished watching Howl's Moving Castle. Curled up on the couch, warm blanket and dinner. It's only 11 but I'll probably go to sleep soon anyways. Maybe i'll attack the storage closet tomorrow...
I also copied out all of the Danish vocabulary that my bedstemor gave me when I visited her. Its from over a year ago, as my example of age was 28. Yikes! I really need to get on this!!
I think what I will enjoy most about this one, is that no one really knows about it. I only know about 5 people who blog here, so that works for me. Something I didnt enjoy about my last one, was that if I were ever upset about something someone did, I couldnt always write about it, as they could read it or find out. And since this is meant to somewhat be my 'diary', I think its better that no one really knows.. for now anyways..
Just finished watching Howl's Moving Castle. Curled up on the couch, warm blanket and dinner. It's only 11 but I'll probably go to sleep soon anyways. Maybe i'll attack the storage closet tomorrow...
I also copied out all of the Danish vocabulary that my bedstemor gave me when I visited her. Its from over a year ago, as my example of age was 28. Yikes! I really need to get on this!!
keepin on
I just finished getting my craft on, and made a make-up brush holder for my Mom like the one I use. She coveted it when I was there last. Its done in some orange-y striped fabric that I love. Im almost jealous of it, but mine has dinosaurs so its an automatic win.
Threw out two huge bags of garbage, and have a big pile of stuff to try to sell off. My kitchen will have lots to leave behind, thats for sure. There are very few things that I want to take with me, that I can actually use (plug in) over yonder.
My feet are bruised, scabby and so effin itchy I could die. I want the scabs to get lost already, cause Im freaking myself out about blow-outs. Not much to be done about it at any rate.
Threw out two huge bags of garbage, and have a big pile of stuff to try to sell off. My kitchen will have lots to leave behind, thats for sure. There are very few things that I want to take with me, that I can actually use (plug in) over yonder.
My feet are bruised, scabby and so effin itchy I could die. I want the scabs to get lost already, cause Im freaking myself out about blow-outs. Not much to be done about it at any rate.
Hello!
Well, here it is. My first blog in the new space of my life. I'm slowly phasing out my last blogging spot, for this. Much less pretentious here. Like whoa.
How fitting, as Im writing this first entry, thinking about the changes that lie ahead for me, Pennywise comes on. Time to burn. Ive got alot to lose, alot to learn, and no time to burn.
Its about get up and go and doing what I want and I need. This morning has been spent going through closets and drawers, throwing things away, putting things aside for a yard sale, deciding what needs to come with me into The Next Chapter of my life.
Where am I going? Where will I end up? I cant say, but Im determined to have fun while figuring it out. I cant be held back but what others want anymore, its all about me.
And so, I end this entry that maybe no one will read. Its ended with Me First and the Gimme Gimme's singing My Favorite Things. *sigh*
How fitting, as Im writing this first entry, thinking about the changes that lie ahead for me, Pennywise comes on. Time to burn. Ive got alot to lose, alot to learn, and no time to burn.
Its about get up and go and doing what I want and I need. This morning has been spent going through closets and drawers, throwing things away, putting things aside for a yard sale, deciding what needs to come with me into The Next Chapter of my life.
Where am I going? Where will I end up? I cant say, but Im determined to have fun while figuring it out. I cant be held back but what others want anymore, its all about me.
And so, I end this entry that maybe no one will read. Its ended with Me First and the Gimme Gimme's singing My Favorite Things. *sigh*
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