It's been so long since I've blogged that I'm actually feeling frustrated at not being able to express my thoughts.
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Christmas was good, all about the kids of course. I'll probably write about it another time, but by now you've all heard us tell the stories a hundred times anyways :)
I got a couple of books, "The Davinci Code" by Dan Brown I've already read, and the latest Diana Gabaldon book (not from the "Outlander" series). I've decided that it might be a laugh to revue these books to you guys...
So out of five stars
***** outstanding, absorbing and enjoyable, amazing story, talented writing
**** Good story, good writing
*** Good story, ok writing
** Ok story, writing leaves a little to be desired
* Complete crap
Tina's Revue of The Davinci Code...
*** Good story, ok writing
I'm not sure that I would give it as much credit as the book revues do. Mr. Brown did very little original research for this book, taking information from established theories dating back centuries. For a "Sangreal virgin" though this book is a great introduction to one of the most interesting historical, theological and political mysteries in the world. The ongoing search for the Holy Grail and the various conspiracy theories surrounding the topic has been a hobby of mine since my grade 6 debate team covered it. This book will provide the uninitiated with a roadmap to the various mysteries, including Davinci's clues, the Merovigian theory, Rosslynn chapel, and the perfect number... Besides the subject matter though, the plot was a little too fluid for my taste (they figured it out in 24 hours) and the charecters didn't have much depth.
I'd go on and disseminate it right here and now, but I'm guessing that Sean at least would enjoy reading it first.
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In other news, I'm officially happy.
No, seriously!
I used to make a habit BD (Before Dan)of sitting myself down and evaluating my current situation. I'd ask myself if I was happy, and if I needed to change anything in my life in order to make it more positive. Usually the answer would be "No I'm not happy" or a shallow "yes of course I am...((insert slimy boyfriend here)) is soooo dreamy". I would end up reorganizing my life and leaving that enviroment behind.
I sat myself down yesterday and asked myself those questions, and I could honestly say that yes I am happy, and nothing in my life right now is negitive and beyond my control. For the first time in my life, I don't feel the need to remodel myself. I don't feel like I need to change the structure of my life anymore........
now remodelling house is a different topic altogether ;)
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A few New Years resolutions that I feel are reasonable
-lose another 20-25 lbs (I'd lost 20 lbs since November, but Christmas had me gain 7lbs back)
-upgrade my english, look into the Librarians program at Athabaska
-instill my kids with morals
Friday, December 31
Thursday, December 16
Wednesday, December 15
Business Acumen (gesundheit !)
Sorry folks! I have been very busy lately and blogging has been drastically dropped on my list of priorities...at least until after Christmas. (Please don't yell at me *whimper*)
The kids and I have spent the last week sick with the latest flu going around...parents groups have dubbed it "The Sleeping Flu", since it consists of headaches, runny noses, and bear-like hibernating (acompanied by bear-like grumpiness). Dan complained of a tickle in his throat when he got up this morning. *checks watch* He should be over it by now.
Last week, I got up the energy to write 70 some-odd Christmas cards (no we don't actually know that many people). 40 of those I delivered to my subscribers with the newspaper on Sunday...Just a little Christmas cheer, and subtle reminder that 'tis the season to tip the newspaper fairy. So far it's paid off...6 houses returning my good tidings and 65$, a calendar and a candy cane. I might actually be able to pay for my holiday season "toasts" at this rate :)
Christmas shopping is done except for the last few touches. I wrapped all of the presents yesterday, and today or tomorrow I'll start on wrapping stocking stuffers.
Tonight is my turn to cook, I'm doing sushi and some sort of soup. Hot and Sour, I think. Is 2 rolls each enough do you think? There's 5 of us so a pack of ten seaweed sheets is good in theory...Or should I get a twenty pack? I always make too much sushi, and it's not like it's good the next day :p
The kids and I have spent the last week sick with the latest flu going around...parents groups have dubbed it "The Sleeping Flu", since it consists of headaches, runny noses, and bear-like hibernating (acompanied by bear-like grumpiness). Dan complained of a tickle in his throat when he got up this morning. *checks watch* He should be over it by now.
Last week, I got up the energy to write 70 some-odd Christmas cards (no we don't actually know that many people). 40 of those I delivered to my subscribers with the newspaper on Sunday...Just a little Christmas cheer, and subtle reminder that 'tis the season to tip the newspaper fairy. So far it's paid off...6 houses returning my good tidings and 65$, a calendar and a candy cane. I might actually be able to pay for my holiday season "toasts" at this rate :)
Christmas shopping is done except for the last few touches. I wrapped all of the presents yesterday, and today or tomorrow I'll start on wrapping stocking stuffers.
Tonight is my turn to cook, I'm doing sushi and some sort of soup. Hot and Sour, I think. Is 2 rolls each enough do you think? There's 5 of us so a pack of ten seaweed sheets is good in theory...Or should I get a twenty pack? I always make too much sushi, and it's not like it's good the next day :p
Tuesday, December 7
Hockey Night in Colwood
Ok. I just had the best girls night ever! Who would have thought going to a hockey game without a man would be such kick-ass fun!!! (I think I'll be on the 11 o'clock news tonight btw)
So yeah...The Salmon Kings vs The Bakersville Condors...final score 5:2
We sat right behind the penalty box, so we could hear the players beak at each other across the score keepers. It helped that Sylvia can read lips as well ;)
I'm sure it'll be on the news tommorrow, so here's my eyewitness acount of the events at the game leading up to the banning of Salmon Kings/New York Rangers player #28 Dale Purinton from the game after seriously injuring a player from the opposite team...ala Burtusi.
First of all, some blame should go on the referee's shoulders, as I don't think they were behaving very professionally...but apparently that is normal. They handed out a couple of 5 minute penalties in the first period for fighting, and then spent most of the second period being nice to the players and turning blind eyes on obvious infractions...once again normal. However, even I could sense the rising disorder in the players conduct, above and beyond normal game aggression. They really should have made a few calls to get a handle on it before it ran out of control.
Second of all, where as the Salmon Kings were pretty good with their equipment, and doing up their helmets properly, The Condors seemed to like leaving their straps undone, or throwing their helmets off (sometimes at players).
There were literally dozens of fights leading up to the stick-check doled out by inforcer #28, and we girls on the bench could see it coming a period away.
His stats:
#28 - Dale Purinton
Position: Defense
Height & Weight: 6'2" 229 LBS
Birth Date: October 11, 1976
Hometown: Fort Wayne, IN
2003-04 Team: New York Rangers (NHL)
He is a friend of the coach and is playing as a favor. However, maybe he shouldn't be. He stood out as overly aggressive since early in the first period, and only got worse as the game progressed. He was playing like he needed to prove himself, which is silly since he's already an NHL player. He shouldn't be trying so hard to stand out, because he already does.
I feel bad for the kid whose neck got hammered. He will not make the NHL cut now for certain. All due to a hired ape who should be out playing golf instead.
This was game 2 in a 3 game series (Purinton was kicked from the first one as well) Fur will fly again in game 3, I am sure.
Any of you girls up for another hockey/girls night? It's amazingly refreshing to drink beer in an arena surronded by swearing (and quite a few cute) men, yelling your lungs out at the players and referees. Try it sometime, you won't be sorry.
So yeah...The Salmon Kings vs The Bakersville Condors...final score 5:2
We sat right behind the penalty box, so we could hear the players beak at each other across the score keepers. It helped that Sylvia can read lips as well ;)
I'm sure it'll be on the news tommorrow, so here's my eyewitness acount of the events at the game leading up to the banning of Salmon Kings/New York Rangers player #28 Dale Purinton from the game after seriously injuring a player from the opposite team...ala Burtusi.
First of all, some blame should go on the referee's shoulders, as I don't think they were behaving very professionally...but apparently that is normal. They handed out a couple of 5 minute penalties in the first period for fighting, and then spent most of the second period being nice to the players and turning blind eyes on obvious infractions...once again normal. However, even I could sense the rising disorder in the players conduct, above and beyond normal game aggression. They really should have made a few calls to get a handle on it before it ran out of control.
Second of all, where as the Salmon Kings were pretty good with their equipment, and doing up their helmets properly, The Condors seemed to like leaving their straps undone, or throwing their helmets off (sometimes at players).
There were literally dozens of fights leading up to the stick-check doled out by inforcer #28, and we girls on the bench could see it coming a period away.
His stats:
#28 - Dale Purinton
Position: Defense
Height & Weight: 6'2" 229 LBS
Birth Date: October 11, 1976
Hometown: Fort Wayne, IN
2003-04 Team: New York Rangers (NHL)
He is a friend of the coach and is playing as a favor. However, maybe he shouldn't be. He stood out as overly aggressive since early in the first period, and only got worse as the game progressed. He was playing like he needed to prove himself, which is silly since he's already an NHL player. He shouldn't be trying so hard to stand out, because he already does.
I feel bad for the kid whose neck got hammered. He will not make the NHL cut now for certain. All due to a hired ape who should be out playing golf instead.
This was game 2 in a 3 game series (Purinton was kicked from the first one as well) Fur will fly again in game 3, I am sure.
Any of you girls up for another hockey/girls night? It's amazingly refreshing to drink beer in an arena surronded by swearing (and quite a few cute) men, yelling your lungs out at the players and referees. Try it sometime, you won't be sorry.
Saturday, December 4
Geek Liason...
We watch Spider-man 2 tonight. I can't wait...
| You are 32% geek | You are a geek liaison, which means you go both ways. You can hang out with normal people or you can hang out with geeks which means you often have geeks as friends and/or have a job where you have to mediate between geeks and normal people. This is an important role and one of which you should be proud. In fact, you can make a good deal of money as a translator.
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Wednesday, December 1
Lozerz
My new favorite comic :) I just have to create a button for it so I can add it to the sidebar.
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