Eventful and unevenful

Last night, my night was uneventful. However, Robert had a very eventful evening. To make a long story short, he wound up breaking up a fight that appears to have started because of road rage. I'm sure as I talk to each of you, I will fill you in on the details.

Tonight, we're renting some movies tonight and barbecuing again. While there won't be any 97 cent skewers of shrimp, I am definitely doing up some shrimp to go with our steaks.

On a lighter note, for those who have not seen Robert (and for those who have:

Aren't we just sooo classy?

And another one!

A much nicer picture!

Shrimp is no longer 60% off!!

Not too much to report today. Last night was pretty low key. It is 'that' time of the month, so I spent a good chunk of the night on the couch with a hot pack. Robert and I just stayed in and watched the first half of the Amazing Race and Supernatural.

No big plans for tonight, but we're having a barbecue tomorrow!!! I checked at Save On the other day and previously frozen shrimp skewers were no longer 97 cents, so I will likely buy them for our dinner tomorrow.

Given how unsexy, and unstripper-like I feel, here's a little something for you to laugh at.

Your Stripper Name is: Peaches

Get your own Stripper Name

Shoot me now!

Another day of working pretty much all alone. and so far no freaky people...yet. My dear friend Carrie suggested I install a trap door (a la Mr. Burns from the Simpsons) so that should any other wierdos come in, I can do away with them at the push of a button.

I think I have fully recovered from the lack of sleep this weekend. I crashed pretty hard last night and slept until 7:30 this morning. No big plans tonight.

Wow this is a boring post!

Your Superhero Profile

Your Superhero Name is The Hour Spear Your Superpower is Technology Your Weakness is Love Your Weapon is Your Gas Army Your Mode of Transportation is Surfboard

What's your Superhero Name?

Interesting things happen when you're alone!

I mean when you are alone at work.

I'm still recovering from the hangover caused by lack of sleep and alcohol/food consumption this past weekend. This afternoon, I was on my own for a couple of hours and some of the most bizaar things were happening. Firstly, a vendor we deal with was bringing in some documents for signing. When he asked me whether there would be a fall session, I began to tell him that there likely would be because the PCs want to put through regulations regarding JPs and same sex marriage. Well, the vendor got on this vent about how he is Christian and he doesn't believe in same sex marriage. He went on to say how God didn't intend for women to share a bed and have sexual relations, and the same goes for men. He was utterly disgusted that homosexual couples were permitted to have and/or adopt children. While I respect his beliefs, I had to wonder how the issue of same-sex marriage really affected him...unless of course a man crawled into his bed.

Anyway, shortly after that, a constituent of ours came into the office. We're not really sure what he wants. He is talking about how this government is covering up known peodiphiles and is actually making money. He refers to James Rozko, Carla Homolka and Nick Lysyck (BMO scandal). And then he starts talking about his post doctoral thesis from 1973 about this. He also goes on to say that his reputation is being assasinated etc etc. A strange day I must say!

With that theme in mind....

You Are 50% Weird

Normal enough to know that you're weird... But too damn weird to do anything about it!

How Weird Are You?

Wedding weekend - finally over!

So I missed one day of posting. I have an excuse...I was in the wedding party for my friend Angela!!

Our hair and makeup appointments were at 8 am yesterday! Yikes! I had set my alarm for 6:30 am, however I woke up at 5:30! I wound up at the hair salon by 7:45 am, where I informed my hairdresser Alex that the only places open at 7:30 am on Whyte Avenue were Tim Horton's and his salon! Thankfully he had muffins and bagels on hand. He also made some mean lattes for us girls. Afterwards, we headed to Angela's parents' place (thanks Virginia and Robert!) to have some lunch and mimosas while we got ready. Here are some pictures of the wedding party. I know, I know - my eyes are closed in one of the pictures. I think my eyes are open in the other 80 thousand pictures that were taken!





The ceremony was beautiful. I was so nervous walking down the aisle. We were told, "If you think you are walking slow - walk slower!" Most of us girls had to take the lead on that one as the groomsmen walked us down the aisle. We all teared up when Angela walked down the aisle. She looked so pretty! Here's a piture from after the ceremony. Angela and Steve wanted to keep the reception line short, so they didn't include the wedding party.



The worst part was by far, having our photos taken at the Legislature. Getting there was fun. We went in a limo that barely fit the wedding party. But once we got there, it was so cold...but we tried to have fun. We even posed for pictures with some Ferarris and we nabbed some actors that were doing a time period play or something.

The reception was really nice. The head table was served their dinner, dessert and even drinks. We were all glad that it was finally over. The consesus at the gift opening today was that we all crashed within seconds of hitting the pillow last night.

Anyway, as I get more pictures, I will share with those who are interested. I hope everyone had a great weekend!

So much "reality"

So it's the day before my friend Angela's wedding, and for some stupid reason...I'm nervous. Not really scared nervous, but excited nervous. I don't really want to be at work today. I feel like I should be helping.

Hooray for me...I finished my speech/toast last night. I keep it short and sweet. Let's be honest, no one wants to hear me or anyone else drone on forever. They just want to hit the toonie bar. I don't blame them.

I didn't do much last night. I went to my parents' condo for dinner and then we moved an area rug and some other stuff into my place. We watched Survivor and The Apprentice last night. So much 'reality' tv to watch, so little time.

D & D - I hope the Esks win tomorrow night and it's not like their last home game that we went to and froze our asses off!

You are

What Rejected Crayon Are You?

Is it weird?

Is it weird that, given the fact I have written speeches for my boss, ministers and even a deputy police chief, I am anxious about making a toast at my friend Angela's wedding? Are you surprised that I was asked to step in as maid of honour on August 29th and I still haven't worked on it?? So you can imagine what my plans are for tonight. Maybe I will work on it while Robert and I watch "Saw." It might prove to be an excellent distraction. Tonight I'm going for dinner to my parents' place and then were moving an area (a nicer looking one) to my house. Robert may or may not join us. It all depends on when he is finished work.

Now here's more information than you needed to know:

What Your Underwear Says About You

You like your underwear to make you feel girlish and pretty. Let's hope you're a chick. You're sexy, in that pinup girl, tease sort of way.

The Underwear Oracle

Untitled - Part 2 (I couldn't come up with a good title)

Okay...so far the verdict of two people is that I was wise not to buy 3 skewers of previously frozen shrimp for 97 cents.

Last night was the finale of BB6. Not too pleased with the final two, and I still hate that Jenn chick. I'm glad Kaysar kind of gave it to her. Well from one tv obsession to another....America's Next Top Model starts tonight! I know I'm lame.

I didn't do much last night. I just cleaned up the house and hunkered down for the BB6 finale. I'm alright with taking it easy because this coming weekend is Angela's wedding and it's going to be hectic! For those of you that don't know, I am now Angela's maid of honour. Angela and the previous MOH had a major falling out, so I was asked to step into that role. This might sound harsh...but I really don't have anything to do. The wedding shower is done and the stagette is over! I think I just have to sign the paperwork and give a speech at the reception. Is it weird that I am a speechwriter yet I cringe at the thought of doing one myself?

Anyway, that is pretty much it from my little corner of the world.

And now...why break tradition:

Your Hidden Talent

You are both very knowledgeable and creative. You tend to be full of new ideas and potential - big potential. Ideas like yours could change the world, if you build them. As long as you don't stop working on your dreams, you'll get there.

What's Your Hidden Talent?

Adventures in Barbecuing...would you buy a package of shrimp skewers marked down to 97 cents?

So, we finally got to use the barbecue last night. Robert and I met up at Save on Foods to pick out our dinner for the night. They were out of New York Steak at the butcher, so we picked up some marinated steaks instead. Before Robert got there, I noticed they had packs of 3 skewers of shrimp. They were orginally priced at nearly $3.00 and were marked down to 97 cents. I was very aprehensive to buy the shrimp, so I didn't even mention it to Robert...until after dinner. He says I should have bought them, but I said I was a little suspicious of buying seafood marked down to one third of the price. So, please feel free to share with me what you would have done.

Anyway, after numerous light attempts and working out the kinks, we finally had our first barbecued steak...and it was pretty darn good.

Today's insight into my life -

Your French Name is:

Diamanta Jobin

What's Your French Name?

Decision

While I was watching Curb Your Enthusiasm Season 4 this weekend, I noticed one of the secondary characters had this sexy accent. I think she was Hasidic. Anyway, I've decided that Robert and I need sexy accents. I think the only way to get a sexy accent, without faking one, is to move to foreign country. I know it sounds like a strange idea, but we would sound so hot!!!

My weekend was relatively quiet. Yesterday, I went to my parents place to work on cleaning an area rug that is coming to my place to replace that old lady area rug I currently have. They took me out for lunch to Alberts. We also went to fill up the propane tank for the barbecue. So far, we have not had steak...maybe tonight.

Today's foolishness:

Your Blog Should Be Purple

You're an expressive, offbeat blogger who tends to write about anything and everything. You tend to set blogging trends, and you're the most likely to write your own meme or survey. You are a bit distant though. Your blog is all about you - not what anyone else has to say.

What Color Should Your Blog or Journal Be?

Moving

So I went over to my parents' condo last night to help the out with unpacking. I have to say it looks really good. It's going to be a nice and cozy place. I didn't get there until almost 6 pm. We made their bed and cleaned out the bathroom so that they could have shower without having to crawl around too many boxes. They took me out to their favourite Italian restaurant, Santos. It was so good and just what we needed to fill us up after moving stuff and enduring the cold weather.

Afterwards, I came home and got ready to watch Curb Your Enthusiasm Season 4 with Robert.

Tonight, I have to go pick up my dress from the tailors, and then I'm not sure what we're doing tonight, but I just know we've both been looking forward to the weekend.

And now for today's silliness -

Your Kissing Purity Score: 40% Pure

You're not one to kiss and tell... But word is, you kiss pretty well.

Kissing Purity Test

Skipped

So I skipped a day! I hope no one noticed....in fact, no one probably cared!! Anyway....

Yesterday was a short day at the office as I had a constituency office managers meeting at the Annex yesterday. I was home by 3:30 pm. It was so awesome! I had just such a relaxing day. Last night, Darren and my dad brought over the television (YAY!) and the barbecue. My dad tells me that the propane tank was basically empty. He's going to have it filled and bring it over. So I guess Robert and I won't be dining on steaks just yet.

Today is moving day for my parents. After work, and dropping off a library book, I'm going over there if not to help, then just for moral support.

Today's fun and useless blogthing -

***You Are a Strawberry Daiquiri***
You're a fun, playful drinker who loves to party.You may get totally wasted, but you're always a happy drunk!

What Mixed Drink Are You?http://www.blogthings.com/whatmixeddrinkareyouquiz/

Copying Dallas

Since I don't have much to say, I'll copy Dallas

***In a Past Life...***
You Were: A Gorgeous Astrologer.
Where You Lived: Romania.
How You Died: Hung for treason.
Who Were You In a Past Life?http://www.blogthings.com/pastlifegenerator/

***Your Outrageous Name is:***
Penny Hoar
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These are too funny!!!!!!!

I don't have much going on tonight...just our first book club meeting this year. I have actually finished the book. We read the Jane Austen Book Club by Karen Joy Fowler. I don't think it would make for a great movie, but it's still an enjoyabel read I would recommend.

Untitled

Hey...lots of musicians have tracks called "Untitled" so why can't I?

The beginning of another work week...blech!

Last night, I went for dinner at my parents' place. Since they are moving into their condo on Thursday, it was the last supper at the Rowland Road house. We had a really good time. During this whole process, my parents have been purging their stuff. This week, I'm getting their 'old' 27 inch flat screen television and their barbecue. Robert was so happy that we're getting a barbecue finally. Apparently, "we're having steak everyday!!" Boys!!!

Otherwise, I've just been trying to keep warm. Our place is heated with radiant heat and the heating pipes haven't been refilled with water yet! So I've been either wrapped up in a fleece blanket or soaking in a hot bath!

Shock!

I went to the game last night with Dallas and Darren, and would you like to know what the highlight of the night was? Beating one another up with the thunder sticks we bought in support of those affected by the Hurricane. Actually it was fun beating each other up, although I don't think it was the intended spirit of the thunder sticks! If we had actually paid more attention to the game, we would have walked away more disappointed. We wound up leaving 5 minutes into the 4th quarter. In addition to the team playing so poorly, I think about 4 people in a section near us got arrested for fighting. We did not want to deal with a drunken worked up crowd at the end of the game.

Poor Dallas was wet from watching Darren's team play, and sitting out in the wind and rain just made her colder. I was in pretty rough shape myself when I got home, so I can only imagine how Dallas felt. I must say, it's awfully nice to have a warm body to come home too.

Today, I went with Angela and her mom to finalize the flower order for her wedding. They are going to be so beautiful. She's having blue hydrangeas and fire and ice roses (white roses with red tips) in our bouquets. I can't believe her wedding is only two weeks away.

I hope everyone stays warm this chilly weekend. That is what I plan to do!

Can you be just 'whelmed?'

Erin's latest blog title inspired my title. So the way I figure it, I can really only come up with one witty blog title per week!

I can't believe the weather has cooled down so much. I finally gave in and put all the blankets back on my bed that I stripped off for the summer. I'm not saying that I want it to be 30 degrees or anything. But I would like it to be warmer than 9 degrees and rainy! Oh well!!

Anyway, tonight is part two of the Battle of Alberta. I think the Wills and I would likely skip out this game EXCEPT it they're playing Calgary tonight and it is going to be a good game!! So I guess all we can do is bundle up, drink some Hot Chocolate and enjoy the atmosphere.

No big plans for the weekend yet...any offers!

I get it!

Last night, I had my hair deep conditioned and trimmed (finally!) As usual, Alex straightened my hair. Anyway, while waiting for the bus today it finally dawned on me what they mean when they say someone's hair is Poker Straight!! I know...it's a stupid revelation, but I can't always control what pops into my mind when I'm waiting for the bus.

Aside from the hair cut, last night was uneventful. I came home to Robert watching the Smallville DVDs. He liked the straight hair, which shocked me because he always said he preferred me with curly hair. I think I have given up trying to understand men.

Based on what it looks like outside, I think we'll hve another night in. Hopefully it won't be too cold for the game tomorrow!!!

A trip and fall!

Another day in the week of insanity!! Last night was relatively relaxing, especially once I finally got settled in at home. Just stayed in, had a late dinner and started watching Curb Your Enthusiasm Season 2.

Tonight, I'm finally getting my hair cut. I haven't had a trim since April, so I'm also getting a deep conditioning treatment. Fortunately, my appointment for tomorrow night got moved to Saturday, so that makes things a bit less hectic. Otherwise, nothing too exciting is going on in my life.

Funny story...our mail courier is a guy(Jay) that Robert used to work with at the Gas Pump. Jay hoy married in June and is finally going on his honeymoon this weekend. He was telling me how much he was looking forward to the time off. I told Jay I was jealous because I haven't really taken any time off. To this, Jay responded "You should tell Robert to take you somewhere!" I agree!!! How do I spin this one?? Any suggestions!??

So much to do...so few days

As I was laying in bed last night, it dawned on me how much I had going on this week. Tonight is one of my only free nights. Tomorrow and Thursday, I have appointments and on Friday I'm going to the football game! How does this happen?? I'm not a parent or anything...I should not be this busy! I guess I will just have to take advantage of the fact I don't have any plans tonight. We may just have to cozy up and finish watching the Smallville DVDs loaned to us.

AARRGGHH!

Okay, so I tried to post the other day. After I finished typing it all up, I tried to do a spell check and then....the whole thing got deleted. I just gave up. Perhaps it was a childish reaction, but I had just spent some time typing out a thoughtful post and in a split second it was gone forever.

Anyway, it's been a relativley uneventful weekend. It started out with some poker at Scott and Erin's. I lost both games, and now that I've read Dallas' poker strategy on her blog....I now know why. On Saturday, my brother and I went to a memorial for a family friend whose father passed away last week. That evening, I stayed in Sherwood Park to attend Dallas' spicy party. With three late nights in a row under my belt, I got home and pretty much crashed. The last two days have been pretty relaxed and low key. I'm contemplating going to one of the city-owned facilities today (free admission!). But I'm also hoping the jerk who rented Curb Your Enthusiasm Season 2 will soon return it to Rogers so that Robert and I can watch it.

Don't give into peer pressure unless...

your friends want you to!!!

Alright, after several weeks of being kept up to speed on Dallas' life as new mommy, and catching up with the eternally busy but just as sweet Erin, I have succumber to the pressure and started my own blog. Besides, it is the only way I can comment on my friends' blog entries. And if anyone has anything to say about mine, they have to join too!! Ha Ha!! You see how it comes full circle.

Anyway...I don't have much to say because my brain is operating very very slowly today. I didn't get much sleep last night and there isn't enough caffeine in the world to shake me awake right now. Who knew that people would be so celebratory about Alberta's Centennial?? Well, they were celebrating up 105 Street until 3 in the morning!!!

As far as I know, Robert and I have no plans tonight...unless you consider falling asleep watching a movie 'plans.'