me again 

the ladies at a wedding earlier this year. 

You wouldnt believe what woke me in the middle of the night.
After spending the last part of the day worshipping the porcelain bowl. Thank God a less than 24 hour bug... I doze off to sleep for a couple of hours..... and am awoken (remember that it is November) by Thunder and Lightning and a huge downpour of rain. The strangest thing in November. All I have to say is thank goodness it was not snow. I am not ready for that. Strange though that it is 17 degrees today.

k

So I have just returned from a two day seminar on Non Violent Crisis Intervention.
Basically a tool to use to maintain control when a student transitions from anger to violence.
I was just thinking that it would be so funny if today I had to use some of the techniques today.

This is my horroscope for today.
Crazy.

Be on your toes today, KATHRYN, and expect the unexpected. People may be acting out in rash, outlandish ways, so just go with the flow. As usual, you have a tremendous ability to roll with the punches and still come out unscathed. Just take care that someone else is not grabbing hold of the reins. Stay easy-going and laid back while maintaining control and responsibility of your actions


The world works in mysterious ways.

K

I wish that I could say that I have been so busy that I have not had time to writer.
But that is not really true. As usual, things are quite normal. School, Gym, home.
I am just lazy. Lets not tell any lies.
I have been on vacation from the airline for the last couple weeks, and have just had my leave of absence approved from November to March 31st.
This is good news as I have little interest in busting my arse for the next 5 months. I have a couple of flights remaining.
Sarah has found herself back in London for the next little while. She was offered a contract that will make her financially sound for a little while. Even though it was hard for her to go back to London it is the best financial decision. I need to do what she does. The money is ridiculous.
I think that I might try to get over to London to spend the weekend with her in November once I am on a leave. I do have a flight there next week, but it is a disaster as
I go through Dublin and arrive late in the afternoon into London. Have tried to change my flight to another one (fingers crossed)
Congratulations to Tony, Simone, and Rogan on the arrival of their new little boy Tieg. He arrived yesterday and all are settling at home.
It is amazing that you can give birth and be home the same day. The wonders!!!
Was talking to a girl from work and she has planted the idea of Thailand in December. Hmmmm.

This is my horroscope for today.

Put your ambitions into action today, KATHRYN. The day's planetary aspects should find you feeling energetic and positive. Make the most of this by taking steps toward achieving your goals. As you know, if you don't actively pursue them, nothing will happen. The years can pass by so quickly, and you wouldn't want to be sitting on a rocker wondering "what if?" Trust yourself and do what it takes. Everything starts with that first single step.

Does that mean that I should buy that pair of shoes?
Or does that mean something else?

Congratulations to my cousinSimon and his fab girlfriend Christine on their engagement.
The two are just lovely.
Smart boy to not let her get away.

Looking forward to a spring wedding in the Vancouver area.

I guess I might have to buy a dress to wear, maybe shoes as well.

Very exicted as it gives me something to look forward to.

Enjoying one of the very few saturdays that I am not out of the country, the ladies and I decided to go for brunch.

We went for a chic sex in the city brunch at the loft. (www.loft720.com) C had the champagne cocktail and R and I had the smoothie with some vodka for flavour. We also sampled the green eggs and ham, poached eggs, and poached egss with crab cakes. Very nice place. Would go again for sure.

The highlight was when the waiter asked C how she wanted her toast. The momentary panick on her face was priceless. (no mastercard) Toasted, she said confused. The waiter started to laugh and rephrased the question what KIND of bread she wanted. Silly waiter, toast is toast.

So.. remember that I am new to the school.
I have been there a week and change
Today I walk into one of my departments and am greeted with
Hey Sexy, hows it going

Now, the moment that those words slipped out of his mouth, he looked almost as shocked to have said that as I was to have heard it. We both just changed the subject and moved on immediatly.

Almost like Sally when playing scrabble, claiming that she is not an alcholic, when someone questionned her spelling of a word. Quickly followed by Did I just say that out loud.

Today, an homage to all the people who said something out loud that they meant to think to themselves.

It has come to my attention that people do read my blog.
I just assumed that my sister was the only one to read it, and seeing as I have spent most of my summer with her, I was not updating this site.
School is back in, she has moved to Spain, and we do not fly there... so I start to post again.

Most of my summer consisted of flying back and forth between Toronto, London, and Vancouver. And of course shopping in between. Lots of shopping, however, there must be something in wrong with me as I just dont have the desire anymore. I know, I cant believe it myself. I think that watching the struggles that New Orleans is undergoing has made me change my lifestyle a little bit. A bit. And probably not for that long.

I played in a 3 pitch tournament yesterday with the ladies. And, for my first time ever playing the sport (yes I coached a team last year) I was not terrible. I have some improvements to make. However, the piece of equipment that I am missing is a large, let me reinforce LARGE chest. My Lord, some of the best catches were made when the ball bounced into the glove, out of the glove and into the massive chests. However, the team drinking in the park all day with white wife beater tank tops and no bras and massive breasts... they take home the trophy...

Why do people not wear bras, especially sports bras, especially if your breasts are so large.
WHHHHHHHHHHHHYYYYYYYYYYYY.

Anyway, the team i ws priveleged to play on one the tournament, and we all walked away with a shot glass to commemorate the day. It was a fund raiser for the Breakfast Program for kids before school. And with the weather being so nice yesterday, I also walked away with some great sun. GOd love a 30 degree day in September.

Settling in to my new school. New teachers, new program, new kids...... Still absorbing my envirnoment. Not my old school, which I miss, but certainly a great opportunity for me. Teaching math, english, and phys ed. All over the place, but I get to wear shorts half the day, and I get to be outside. Seems like a great deal to me.

Almost time for bus duty.....

sarah years ago said that she hated taking the underground.
she said it was a haven for menacing incidents.
you can imagine my horror when I woke up this morning. I thought that i was dreaming.
thank god she is alright.
thank god

Let me start by saying that the following events were not at all my fault.
I just went to the store to return something, and exchange it for something else.
Then I saw them. A gorgeous pair of hilfiger black pumps (for only $60). I would have been mad not to pick them up. They are sooooooo comfortable as well.
I then went next door to Winners (Love that place) and accidentally bought two pairs of tweed like shoes for the fall and winter. Now, they were a STEAL. Chinese Laundry and Dollhouse shoes for $30 each. Again, I would have been a fool to not snatch them up.
And that is why it was not my fault that today I bought three new pairs of shoes to add to my collection of shoes.

MADDNESS.
Things are usual me pace. INSANE.
Am suffering from jet lag, something that I don't have time for.
Just returned last night and went straight to volleyball. That did me in and barely hit the pillow before I fell asleep. Morning has come too quickly, especially because I am going back out tonight. To see my sister. YIPEEE.

We went to see Oasis last weekend and I was really impressed with the venue, and the show. Hoped secretly that I would witness one of the infamous melt downs, but alas it did not happen. Ended up at our local and lasted only a short visit as one of the girls started to pole dance with a door frame. We decided that is was time to leave after that.

Worked with some new flight attendants yesterday, wow. To be new again. Poor things are struggling. One of them voits at least 5 times per flight. Takes a toll on me as well, as I have to end up doing her work for her as see is in the loo all the time. Patience!!!!

Done all that needs to be done at school, just last minute things like packing and cleaning out my possessions. Change is good, and I am ready to move on.

Got my schedule for the month of July and it is a doozy. Back and forth to London and Vancouver. It's the season for visiting family and friends. Have an idea, for my doll Sarah who is in Vancouver. Due to my stupidity, I did not get to see her when I was last there. Have three days there next month and will be inviting her to join me for a girlie spa day. Shhhh, hope she doesnt read this.

That is the update for now.

K

In the spirit of my sister, I bought a new pair of Puma trainers today. It took me awhile to find the ones that I wanted, and then ones in my size. But alas, I found them. They are white with black velcro across the front. In all honesty, I wanted new shoes because I need them to wear out tommorow. We are going to see Oasis and Jet. But along with those shoes came a few new white shirts, only because I realized some of the shirts that I have (including the one I was wearing today) have seen better days. And a fab pair of glittery blue indian style shoes because they grabbed my attention, and a black and a white wide necked shirts from Jacob because they were on sale and looked soooo good on the lady who was working there. (I think that is it)

Tommorow is the last day of school, classes that is. We have exams from Monday to Thursday, and then no more children until they return to pick up their report cards. I have packed most of my things, It is amazing how much I have collected over the last 6 years at that school.
The highlight is not having to participate in the "Big Board". It is what makes all teachers in the English department step even closer to the edge. All the English courses to be offered next year are posted and people get to sign up for what they would like to teach. Everyone is miserable as it is our livelyhood for the next year, but with my departure, I don't get to play this year.

Keeping the windows closed this evening. The poor neighbours had an almighty fight with their son last night, and I could not help but hear them. I am surprised that no one called the police. Love summer, all the lovlies on my street come out to entertain. Bless the 15 kids that use my driveway and BOOO when I come home.

Summer and many travels are just around the corner.

While I should have been listening and paying attention at the staff meeting yesterday, I was not.
I was however jotting down random words.
You can imagine the sense of all of them.
If you have nothing better to do.

high five
comb over
gimp
ditcher
1900
fitee
rehearse
module
ownership
retreat
8=5
13=10
out of sorts
glazed
time tables
pre register
invigulate
designated seats
proper attire
have trouble behaving themselves
ratification
retro pay

So, on the hottest day yet this year... I decide to do the clean sweep of my house.
From the car, the basement, the main floor, the spare room and my own room, I managed to wash and fold the entire contents of my wardrobe. (With the exception of the clothes that I have at school.)
I gave away 4 pairs of shoes to the neighbour, and the car that my ex left went to them as well.
(Last week I gave 3 pairs of shoes to the head secretary at the school, as I am cleaning up what I have managed to accumulate over the years at that school.)
And then I cleaned out two garbage bags of clothes that will be donated to some one. Lucky people :)
So, not sure if this is excessive or not.
32 pairs of underwear.
36 bras.
18 camisoles
15 bikinis.
I am frightened to do a shoe count.
Will save that for another day.

k

So much has happened in such little time.
I have been back and forth to Europe three times with many interesting adventures.
We went to celebrate Noelenes hen night and did some Pole Dancing lessons. Ten ladies and two poles. It was great fun and I would do it again in a heart beat. We also tried to go dancing but due to jet lag, the night was cut short. But we did have a great day of shopping followed by a great deal of pint drinking in the afternoon. So proud of my little sister who has surrounded herself with such lovely friends. Truly great people.
Have been in Manchester, UK for most Saturdays this month. Many years since I have been there, but it has changed for the better. It is not so gloomy anymore. And the shopping is still great. But really isn't the shopping great every where?
Things don't lool like they are going to slow down. The semester is coming quickly which adds a little stress to things. I have to mark all that stuff that I have put off. I also have an evaluation coming up. YUCK.
I guess that the most exciting thing to report is that I have decided that the time has come for me to move schools. I love my school and I love my kids, but I have been at the same school for 6 years. I am making a move to a school that is still very close to my home, which is great so that I don't have to commute more than 10 minutes. I also am going to be working in a program that is brand new to the school and to the board. I think that it is a great opportunity career wise. Big change to leave my security, but a great change none the less.
Very long weekend, and I need to get some rest.

K

Well, I have fallen off the wagon. The blog wagon that is.

It is that time of year again. MAY MADDNESS.

Nothing to do with MARCH MADNESS (Basketball).

It has everything to do with the fact that I am out of control busy.
Not only am I teaching Monday to Friday, teaching Literacy Sessions twice a week afterschool, coaching softball, dragon boat racing, spinning, weight training, playing volleyball (starts this week), and working Friday to Sunday evenings (no sleep two out of three nights).
Things are a bit crazy.

Back to work with the airline is great. Sometimes. Interesting people, like the flight attendant who told me that black tea was black, and white tea is tea with milk. Thanks, think I can figure that out. Then she tells me that when she lived in London she was told to put the milk in before the tea, I think not. Only because my sister told me that the bag, the milk, and the water should NEVER be put in at the same time.

And then the girl who wants to work in my section because there is a hot guy that she wants to chat up. And I oblige to save the issue she would create if I didn't. But did he not sleep the entire flight, until landing when I got to chat to him.

Have been in Manchester this weekend and last. Wow, things have changed from the last time that I was there 6 years ago. It was a beautiful day, Sun and all. And I got to do some good shopping. One of the reasons that I stopped going there was that I spent too much money, but have been good this time. Thanks to my great bargain shopping skills.

Wish that I had my sister there with me.
Wanted to text her, but alas my phone is useless. Doesn't even work in my own house.
Have to get on that.

School is busy. Spring hormones are raging. Broke up two fights the other day and have bruises to show for it. Don't get the wrong idea, I am not at a bad school. We RARELY have fights. I just happen to be there when they break out. Hmmmm.

Will try to be more faithful.
Need to sleep, as I have another week in front of me.

K

So another Sunday, and another update.
Congratulations to both Mandy, and Linda on their preganacies. More little people coming into the world. How exciting.
I spent the lovely weekend attacking the bushes outside of my house. Seven hours later, a major blister from the hard labour, I have had enough for the season and it has barely started. I had the pleasure of watching the kids from all the neighbours run around the street and tear across peoples lawns with their bikes. Ingenious little monsters. (Note, I was watching them, not their parents) Have promised the neighbour that I will help him this weekend to tame the beast just that much more. Who would have thought that I would become so domestic.

Busy week at work, as usual. One thing finshed means that two more things have to be done. Dragon Boat racing has changed nights which puts a snag into my plans, and the plans I have to teach an after school session. But, the eternal juggler that I am... I will have to survive.
Played Poker with the ladies on Friday night and lost every damn penny that I brought. So be it. I was not meant to be a winner.

The big news of the week seems to be the news that I have to go back to work next month with the airline. It seems as if I say this all the time, but I think that this might be the end of my career as a flight attendant. I guess everything is riding on the schedule that I am assigned on the 25 th of this month. AHHHHH the waiting period. Big on that disapointment is the fact that Noleen and I have booked our flights to go to London for her stagette the long weekend in May. However if I go back to work, I will have to work that and every other weekend in the month.
I think that I have come to the realixation that I will have to quit. And that is ok. I think. It has been a long time since I was on the plane so if I am to go, this is as good a time as any.

I was worried that I would be bored all summer, but with careful planning I think that I have successfully filled up the 8 weeks of July and August. 2 weeks summer school. 1 week in the Domincan with the family. 1 week at Bond Lake (cottage of the Alloway clan), 2 weeks in London with my sister, perhaps a jaunt for the weekend or more to some exotic location, 1 week at the cottage with the cousins, and a few days scattered between each trip. Now, If I could only find some way to finance my living expenses as I zip around the globe.

The begining of another week, who knows what drama it will bring. Report cards for sure, who knows what else.

Have a great week!!!

K

Another Sunday, another posting.
So, this is what I have been up to this week.
In addition to everthing else, I am tring to finish the Religion Specialist AQ. I am having a hard time with it. One more week to go. This is going to be the death of me. I am sure.

Have volunteered to coach softball, something I know nothing about. But I want to be outside and this is a great way to do so. Made one practice this week. As we were busy putting the finishing touches on Mulit-Cultural Night a bi-annual event. It was another success. Not as great as the first one, but fun just the same.

Saw Lisa on Tuesday as she picked up a job teaching at my school. It is great to see her. She is such a peach.

We also celebrated the third anniversary of Dad's passing. Can't believe that it has been so long. We had mass for him on Wednesday at the school. It is nice to have the chapel there.

After being at school until late on Thursday night, I awoke at 4am and watched the funeral. And then battled a half day which turns into a long day at school.

Saturday we celebrated Grandpa's birthday with lots of food and goodies. He wanted 86 649 tickets as his present. He got them but only managed to win $20 and a handful of free tickets. I then went to the Wine and Cheese show with the girls. Which was truly a good time. Sarah called and was bombareded with people talking to her on the phone. We desperatl wanted her to come home, but with her starting her new job we knew that it would be selfish of us to ask her to come all the way home. She would have been exhausted and that would not be fair to her.

One tragedy, I went to the "Rinse station" to rinse my glass, and leaned over only to have m beautiful knock off Gucci glasses that I loved dearly, jump out of my shirt and fall into the bin full of rinsed and dumped wine. No I did not try to retrieve them, but I was truly heart broken. Karen bless her soul offered to go elbow deep and fish around for them. I did say no. Nothing is worth an elbow deep of sludge. And then there was the almost incident with the Fire Fighter. That thank God I managed to avoid.

Saw my friend Sue as we competed at the Breathalizor station. Haven't seen her in forever. She is such a happy girl. Love her to bits. Breathalizor, that was quite fun.
We went for dinner and then a few more drinks until we called it a night before midnight.

Had an early start to the day as I had to develop some pictures and wanted to get it done before the crowds started to throng.

I bought my fab neighbours a new bench for their front lawn. Theirs broke in the fall when their buddy sat on it and fell through it. They are so helpful that I wanted them to have a great place to sit.

And as the weather is soooooooo nice today we all caught up on things that have happened over the winter. I accidentaly last summer started friday night cocktail hour, and the ladies (bless them and their motherly ways) are anxious for them to start again. They have purchased citronella candles and are read to go. Think that I will make us al wine glasses for the occasion. I read somewhere that you can put stickers onto glasses to personalize them. Sounds like something that I might like to do.

Lorina emailed me today, and invited me to play Poker with Jenn and Mandy on Friday night. Me and the three married ladies. But I better learn to play Texas Hold'em quickly.

This afternoon I have been struggling to mark some long overdue papers, only motivated by the fact that they are turning in more articles tomorrow.

And the y key on m keyboard seems to be acting up.

Until next week.

K

Seems like the weekends are the only time that I get to sit down and sum up the week.
After a bit of excitement in Vancouver, missing seeing Sarah W. (Typical what day am I supposed to leave? and mad dash to the airport earlier than I planned...) I am so sorry to have missed them both.
A big congratulations to the happy couple who I just found out are engaged. Great news as they are both fantastic people.
I got to watch a lot of hockey, drank a lot of coffee. And did a little shopping. Working my magic I made others spend more money than I did.

But this week has been tough. No one ever feels sorry for us that we have time off, but it is really hard to get back on track.

I went to the movies with my grandma and mother. We went to see Bride and Prejudice. I loved it. Music, dancing, colors.. It was great. We also stopped into IKEA where of course we picked up some little lovelies. And then had a nice dinner with the lovely ladies. We planned out Grandpa's birthday next weekend. Missing only one very important guest. (Seestor) Lunch is at 12. We would love to have you join us.

And if you are looking for me today, I will be racing to finsh my project that I have had three months to do, and yes have left to the last minute.

And yes, there is fresh snow on the ground, and yes it is the 3rd of April.
Cruel and unusual punishment.

K

No sooner than I am unpacked, I am packing up again.
Off to Vancouver tommorow for the Easter Weeekend.
More fun to be had.
I am sure....

k

Well. I have returned from the Dominican and am a lovely shade of honey brown. The good news is that we are all speaking still, and there was only one "pool blow up". No casualties.
The weather was just perfect. I imagine that it was about 35 each day. Not a drop of rain the entire week. The hotel was beautiful, nice rooms, and I had no complaints about any food. They were great at keeping us hydrated, bottles replenished in our rooms daily, and coolers all over the place to refill. There was of course a swim up bar that got put to good use.
Interesting behaviour from people though. The expression "All inclusive, no problem" comes to mind.
The staff work so hard, and play hard as well. They get to live on the resort and get fed as well. It is the best job that they could have. I stayed on the resort for the most part, left only once to go horseback riding. That was TONS of fun. But it is certainly a reality check when you see the poverty that is just on the other side of the fence. It is amazing the things that I have to live with, when I see what these people live with. It makes you re evaluate everything, if you have a conscience.

Am out the door again this weekend. Have planned a jaunt to Vancouver to visit with the cousins and Sarah, a friend from University. Should be fun. Can't even begin to think about packing. I guess it is a blessing as I have to unpack before I can pack again.

Have a great day.

KJ

I am alive
However, I am out of town for a girls gone wild week in the Domincan Rebulpic.
Will post pics and details on our return.

Have a great March Break Everyone!!!

Hate them damn teachers.

k

So this is it.
My last posting being 30.
As of midnight I will be 31. And I am ok with that, as I still feel that I am 25.
Had a few drinks with a few of the girls on Saturday, and think I managed to be the most sober. After a little incident with nipples and keys locked into the running car.
I like low key. Would rather jump through hoops for others bdays and keep mine hush hush. So it worked out well.
Less than a week to go before we leave for the Domincan and then on my return I am off to Vancouver to visit my cousins and my friend Sarah.
It will be a busy month.
Thinking of my sister who is in Sri Lanka this week. Imagine the fun that she must be having. This is the first March Break that we havent spent together in a very long time.

And with that, a hot shower and bed for me.

K

Well, this is it.
This is my last posting being 30. As of midnight I will be 31.
And I am ok with that, because I still feel like I am 25. And maybe I look like I am. Who knows.
And for me birthdays are not really a big deal. I would jump through hoops for my friends to celebrate their birthday in style. However I am embarassed that people would do something for me. Strange, I know.
As of last year, I decided that I was old enough to have a birthday month. I guess having March Break helps with that equation. And with that in mind, the countdown is on for the Dominican Republic. Look out, here we come. On my return, 4 days of work and then am off to Vancouver for Easter. Busy busy.
Thanks for the wishes from exotic destinations. Greatly appreciated!!!
And with that, hitting the showers and going to bed.

k

tabs bday this weekend 

the lovely husband of the birthday girl 

The lovely bithday girl 

Something that everyone should read. Especially on a friday.

Courtesy of readersdigest.ca


How to React to Difficult Co-Workers
According to consultant Gerry Smith and Shaun Belding, author of three books on dealing with difficult people at the office, how you handle the people described below can improve the quality of the work environment for everyone.
1. People who blame others, including you. Call them on it by saying, "Why is it always someone else's fault?" Chances are they'll laugh your comment off or become upset. Either reaction is evidence your point may have been taken.2. People who take credit for your work or ideas. This can be difficult to prove, so put your name on any document you develop. If someone swipes your idea at a meeting, point it out straight away--using humour if possible. Later follow it up privately with the offender to tell him or her, "Don't do that again."
3. People who constantly interrupt. Don't put up with it. Say coolly but firmly, "Please wait while I finish."4. People who embarrass you publicly. Put them on the hot seat by saying later, "I'm sure you didn't intend to embarrass me, but you did."5. People who don't follow through. A co-worker cannot hold another employee accountable, but you could try telling them their behaviour is frustrating and that you'll inform the boss if they don't start pulling their weight. Then do it.
6. The office gossip who spreads rumours. Confront him or her directly when it's about you. Or enlist your boss, who can tell the gossip: "There are rumours going around, can I get you to straighten them out for me?"
7. Cubicle cops and PC police are a relatively new type of verbal bully whose hypersensitivity to issues such as gender, age and race makes you afraid of saying anything for fear they will take it the wrong way. One successful technique is to say, "That's stealing. Stealing is when you take something of mine that I didn't give you. You've taken offence from me, but I was not giving it."
Alison Ramsey

Ok. How much do I love these rings?

http://www.omondieu.com/

Wendy's boyfriend Vinny once said that he bought her plastic flowers so that they would never die, and he would never have to buy her any more flowers.

Cute, reminds me of these fab rings.

and with barely one full sentence.....
he hung up the phone

he hung up on me

There are moments, and mostly when the weather is bad....
that I wish that I drove an old beater....
and that I could drive into bad drivers.

Yes, that is road rage!!!
Thank goodness that I live so close to work.

This weekend marks my first visit to the Opera. When we were going up the escalator in search of the toilet (as the martinis were working their magic) we heard a pre-performance speaker say that he had hear a young couple outside saying this was their first opera, and how he longed to go back to that experience. It was very ironic as it was our first opera, but we were not a couple. We were seated close to the rear of the Humingbird Centre, but had rented binoculars. It was a really great performance. The music was moving, the voices spectacular, and the sets and costumes breathtaking. I will be returning to the opera again soon.

I also saw that they are building lofts www.londoncondos.ca with the tag line of if you love London, you will love these. I love London, might I love the condos? I have pre registered.

I also bought some shoes this weekend (shock and horror). The are cute silver sparkly shoes that I wanted so desperatly last summer. (For a large fraction of the cost of the ones I had wanted.) Am thinking that I need to put together an album so that I can keep track of what shoes I do have.

Tomorow is Shrove Tuesday, and we get to wear our PJ's to school tommorow. The rookies have to cook us brunch. It should be fun. Pictures maybe?

tulips for me from me 

lisa and daves little one with a big smile 

the girls at the dirty thirty party. 

the ladies at the dirty thirty party. 

You know that you are in full diet mode when you are hungry in the afternooon and for some INSANE reason, you are craving cottage cheese.
I wonder what in the world is wrong with me.

Have also been entertained by Angela and here Lavalife adventures this morning. They were filtering through the adult encounter section. Nicole's astute observation that some people are like those who think that they can sing on any of the idol shows.

Also watched a segment on Breakfast Television talking about a new book called Bitter Girl. Has the potential to be the next "He's just not that into you"

K

Today I was MOSTLY sipping tea as I read a horrible book.
It was horrible, but reminded me very much of me little sister.
The story is weak, but the lady lives in Angel (in London) and that is where my sister used to live. The main character is a 30 year old single woman who is surrounded by her best friends who are MOSTLY gay.

I was MOSTLY sporting little socks today as my feet were well frozen.

I also removed a whole lot of shit off my computer today and can now open email and my blog from home instead of rushing during the day at school.

And then I MOSTLY sweated in another spinning class.

Tomorow promises to be an interesting day, and in code I will reveal the potential explosions that will occur. (Bet you can't wait.)

Someone will be getting a fab new cocktail dress in the next few weeks. I wonder who?

K

This weekend I was mostly belly dancing with the ladies.
Pictures to follow.

Very fun for those of you looking for a fun afternoon activity that will lead to hours on entertainment when the night gets a little older, and the drinks start to take their magic effect.

Today, and yesterday I am mostly trying to make decisions about this weekend.

The lovies are in exams this week, so good times on all our faces this week.

k

Another busy weekend at Mum's.
Entertaing 20 people in honor of Grandma's 72 birthday.
We had chinese food from the Mandarin, and it was very odd, as the last time we did that was when we had the family over after Daddy's funeral. Very odd, but I didn't want to say anything to upset everyone.

Lisa, Dave, and gorgeous children made it over as well. They are all so cute.

Also went for a fab girls night out on Saturday, but managed to spend a little more than I won at the casino. I really wanted to win some cash to buy the girls all new pairs of fab shoes.

Exams are only 7 days away, and I am very excited to start a new semester.

Have a fab day :)

Today I will be mostly wearing my new pony shoes. I even named them "My little Pony".
And my new jeans from Club Monaco.

I say mostly, as Seestor says that adding MOSTLY to any sentence makes it sound more important.

I will mostly try to do this, for at least a day or two.


PS Had to sit beside this grunting man in the Spinning class last night. God bless him for doing the class. Just imagine a 6'2 German man, grunting away on the bike. GROSS. And then imagine trying not to laugh. I am so mean sometimes.

I want to know why people are obsessed wtih clearing the driveway.
I can't understand those who need to see in the middle of winter that the driveway is still there and it is still black.
These are things that I do not understand.

Even more so, why someone would park in my driveway over night on Saturday so that I could not go out with the girls.

Very strange indeed.

Seems like the standard way to start off the new year...
HAPPY NEW YEAR.

Santa was tremendously generous this year. Many goodies to report, the favorite of course being the movie star shoes that my seestor brought from England for me. I am truly ready to go to the oscars or something equally spectacular. ( www.kurtgeiger.co.uk) Thank you baby!!

Sarah and I are continuing our tour of posh hotels. We spent some time when I was last over at the Sanderson Hotel (http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g186338-d188005-Reviews-Sanderson-London_England.html), and over xmas we sampled The Drake Hotel (www.thedrakehotel.ca). Very fab if you are looking to have a dirty weekend. The shower has great potential what with the glass walls and spotlight.
The hotel also sports a great lounge that makes excellent martinis. My favorite being a toss up between the espresso and pear. The highlight of the night was a girl franticly banging on the door at 4 in the morning asking if we had any "stuff", or if we knew where she could get any "stuff".

Back to work yesterday was cruel punishment. The rest of the world got to stay home, but we and the students had to return. No problem, I will take it like a trouper, as I have many weeks of vacation on the horizon.

The end of the semester is coming quickly, I have to catch up.

KJ

My life reached new lows last night.
As there was a snow squall last night, and I don't do delivery, I had to look for dinner.
Now, you know that sad single person's fridge. The fridge that has NOTHING in it.
Well that is soooo my fridge.
I had oatmeal for dinner. YUCK. And then in an attempt to make it taste better, I put a handful of M and M's into it.
Never Again.

Well hello celebrity bingo.
I can officially make my first entry into the game.
I was at the One of a Kind show on Saturday.
Was buying these cute rings for certain people for xmas. Having made my choice I sauntered up to the cash to pay.
And low and behold, Jeannie Becker from Fashion Television.

Now, I have always known that I have good taste. It was just reconfirmed as someone who talks to all the hot designers, was buying from the same designer that I was.

Also made a new addition to my shoe collection. A beautiful pair of pink aligator lace up kitten heals. My family is growing.

Today I got out bitched.
Last week I said something that was not nice, and felt guilty the minute that the words slipped out of my mouth.
Then today, the victim that I had created, out bitched me.
Suddenly, I did not feel so guilty anymore.
And know I am the vicitm.

Some things feel real good!!!!
REAL GOOD!!!!

This weekend was all about the "Third Annual Blender Party".
There were many drinks, lots of ice, and only one plant that got knocked over.

There are pics forth coming, and I warn you that there is a little butt, I mean little bit of nudity.
And it is not me.

In the meantime, you must try this.

WARNING it is addictive


http://www.wagenschenke.ch/

The strangest thing.
When I woke up this morning, I went to the bathroom and did my thing. As I was puting on my face (as grandma) would say, I heard in the background a commercial.... They weeble and they wobble but they don't fall down.
I know that we used to laugh at this commercial, but I couldn't remember why.
Then it hit me.
Ryan used to drink so much that he would weeble and wobble but he never fell down.
Ah the memories of my 10 year relationship.

Tee hee.

Empty promises.
That is what I despise the most in other people.

I remember this guy I used to date, accused me of cheating on him. When it was he who had kissed another girl. I told him, don't try and misplace your guilt upon me. I am not guilty. You are. (This is when I was 16)

I also read somewhere that the things you are most sensitive that other people do to you is infact because this is what you most do to others. An interesting thought.

I think that I am full of empty promises.
Must find a way to dela with that. LATER

I have been very busy of late. Much I can't talk about, as people love to tallk. But needless to say I am been there and done that. And have decided that I am looking for My Prince in all the wrong places. I think that the Saturday night local bar will have to make way for some more swanky places. Courtesy of someone near and dear, I have seen the light.

Spent the weekend with my two aunts, my maman, and grandmother and granfather. While grandpa slept, the ladies went out to put a dent into their xmas shopping. And then Grandpa had to take us all out to dinner. Brave man. It was fab to hang out with them all, and even better becuase I do not fit into the adult gift selection category. I am an Adult when it comes to cleaning dishes and the kids have to clean them all, but am not an adult when it comes to buying gifts for everyone. (which I do anyway). La vie est belle.

And might the mystery man from the other side of the ocean have finaly made an appearance? Will have to wait for the details.

K

What not to do.

Dye your hair and then rinse it out in the shower.
If anyone had walked in they would have thought that a murder had been committed.
Either that or I had major bleeding going on.

Alas, the shower curtain is now streaked, and the walls got a good wash down.

On another note, bags packed, purchases made.

YIPEEEEE

Another week has come and gone, and guess where I am going this weekend.
To another wedding.
But, it is an interesting one. Auntie Sandra's son is getting married and I am going with Maman. Should prove to develop some scandal I am sure.

From the bitter bus, it is amazing how quickly women through away friendship once they get into relationships. Too bad.

Have a great weekend.

Why you should not drink and play volleyball!!!!

Poor Frank. His first appearance at our school after moving to a new one. Playing against us, within the first minute of the game. Serves the ball into the net, and being dramatic he dives onto the floor, and lands on his face and cuts his upper lip with his own teeth. To the point that within seconds blood is gushing, swelling, and in my opinion, stitch worthy. Poor Frank.

On a lighter note, my team one our pool. by far the strongest team, stacked with 5 players and me. I am getting better. But my game got worse the more that I drank. Why is that?

An ugly day here. There is thick fog, and rain. Good day to just stay in bed.
Or, go shopping.

Or should I save my pennies for when I go to England in two weeks?

Hmmmm

Today I got sneezed on by some child.
It was gross.
He was standing beside me and then he let the sneeze out.
It covered me from head to toe.


YUCK

I think that I might be back from the dead.
Well maybe just for today.
Things have been a little heavy on the emotional side.
Have been busy attending weddings, and stagettes, and baby parties. All the while being thrust into the land of commitment and relationships, and wondering how people do it. Have also made some great realizations about people that I don't need to make space for in my life anymore.

Basketball season is in full swing and the girls are playing well. This will be our best season by far, and we are thrilled. The sad thing is to see them grow as players under our supervision and then move up to play at the senior level. I guess that is just the way that things are to go.

We have booked our trip already for March Break and will be heading to the Dominican Republic for a week. God help that resort. I'm not sure that they are ready for the girls. I of course will be the most tame and innocent out of the whole group.

I am sad though as that is the week that I usualy go to spend with my sister, and I really want her to come and join us. However I am not sure where she will be as she is talking of moving and then staying in London. It is an interesting journey.

Testing week for the 10's this week so there is great excitement over the test that they will be writing over the next few days.

I am working on yet another course to upgrade my credentials. And have finaly sent off my paperwork to get a salary increase. That money is already spent.

Although I have been so good lately at not spending money. I think I might have mentioned that while I was in my car, and it felt that it could then afford to ask for some loving. $500 later she is running like a kitten. Only needs $600 more and she will be up and running like new. I think that it is time for me to think about that Mini cooper or smart car that I NEED to have.

final thought:
Yan asks where I think I will end up (career wise)
I say jokingly, "Where ever the good Lord leads me."
Yan says, "He will probably lead you to Trinity Common."!! (The local shopping conglomorate)

Oh, wise Chinese elder!!!!

another final thought.
New obsession
Starbucks Chai Tea Latte. WOWZA!!

I wonder how many times I can be kicked in the teeth by someone before I realize that they are not worth my time or energy.
This has been another challenging weekend for me.
It's really hard to hold your chin up when you keep getting blow after blow laid down on you.

Why am I always letting people with such negative energy drain me?
When will I find the strength to rid myself of people who just repetedly cause me pain?

It's that damn broken wing syndrome. People come into my life because they need some one to care for them. And the minute that they are stable again... the fly off shitting on me as they leave.

That seems to be the theme of this weekend.

What happens when I have too many Cosmos. 

My and my Cosmo. 

i took these pics at the end of summer. they are kids of coworkers. two peas in a pod. i love the effect of the bubbles. that took great effort and coordination 

I can only describe it as the creature that appeared in the opening scenes of Jurassic Park.
From the corner of my eye last night, I saw it creep out from around the corner, come into the living room, and then run back out. Where it went? I am not sure. But I locked myself upstairs in my room and once again found that the mosquito net that i hung above my bed for ambiance is actually useful.

I hate bugs!!!

is this not a creepy picture. it was outside our room in new orleans. i was strangely attracted to the picture. as creepy as it was. 

I hate flies.
When they land on me.
When they tickle my legs.
When I swing at them and miss, and everyone thinks that I am wierd for slapping a desk out of the blue.
I also hate watching other people fight over flies landing on them.
Not sure what bothers me more.
Them landing on me, or landing on others.

Hmmmm.

I also hate spilling on my shirt first thing in the morning and having to walk around the rest of the day with a drop on my shirt. As the only thing I have to change into is my shirt and sports bra that I worked out in.

Arrrrrhhhhh.

You know that it has been a long time when you try to log into you blog and you can't remember your password.

So.. Summer is almost over. And I wonder why I have problems with fatigue.
Lets see where I have been over the last 10 weeks (with higlights)

Athens (Yummy food, fab brand new hotel, olympic maddness, 14 hour duty day.)
Amsterdam (tripping over my feet on the way back to the hotel, not from sampling, but from sheer fatigue. STONER)
Belfast (pints, many)
Birmingham (seeing my sister, too tired to even shop, i know shocking)
Cardif (Mikey jewlerry store, my new favorite place)
Dublin (5 pound bottles of wine, a CRAZT crew, fish and chips, dolly parton at the hilton)
Exeter (long bus ride)
Glascow(Summer sales, tea houses, pubs and pints)
Lisbon (my first visit ever, and it rained the whole time, marble pavement that was very slippery, and a fab visit to Womens Secret.)
London (gorgeous day, nicer than Porto, no sister boo hoo, and a fab new pair of jeans)
Newcastle (up hill climbs in the rain with flip flops, pints in the garden, and the gross river behind the hotel that changes with the current and shows you it's nasty underbelly)
New Orleans (alligator, hurricanes, HEAT, Maman, beads, Fun place, must visit again)
Porto (Pink. fab gay bar, if you are in that scene. I am not!!!, Andrew falling down a winding staircase and making the music stop when he hit the ground. Shooters with the owner, driving around the city with a boy that the boys picked up, Lee spinning out of control into a pole and leaving an imprint of a star on his head, me tripping many times UP staircases. Did you know Zara has a some store?)

Yeah!!! Many places, little sleep.

Oh, and I finished my specialist in Special Education as well.

Hello Insantiy

But, all worth it in the end as I have made several fab purchases and have not yet opened up my credit card bill. Think I will wait for a rainy day.

Am heading into school today to prepare the outlines and lessons for the first week of classes. I can't believe that it is time to go back.

I NEVER sleep the night before school. I am just like the kids. I am nervous about the first day of school. I would never tell them that.

It is to be a cooking day today so I will make it an early visit and a quick exit.

Should find myself on a better routine with this blog as it is back to high speed for me and away from the dial up!!!

Wow!
Am home again from another around the world journey.
Had just returned from a fab vacation in the lovely New Orleans.
Hi three for one drinks!!!!
And hello unbearable heat. Thank God I thought ahead and booked a hotel that had a roof top pool. I would not last one red hot minute. Although I must say the heat was a different heat. Not as heavy as the heat in the T.O.
Ate alligator (surprisingly yummy), drank daquiris, and hurricances, bought some beads (and was given some as well), and purchased some fab feather masks. And of course some tasty duty free....

After a long day of travelling home, I woke up the next moring with a crazy, labour like pain (only one that I could imagine to be labour as I have no experience...) And am not sure but it might have been food poisoning. But I was a trooper and halled my arse to work again as Seestor was planning to meet up with me in Burmingham. It was great to see her and deeliver her Peanut Butter, home made jam (from Mum), and Microwave popcorn. I managed to put down some lunch and a pint. But that was the end of me. I had to sleep. It was not pretty, I could not even shop. Yes you read correctly.

It turned out to be a crazy weekend at the Plaza. Let me tell you. Olympic athletes, the West Indies cricket team!!! There was not a quiet moment in that place over the las t few days. I also came this close, and I mean this close to being on the BBC this afternoon as well.

And the flight home this afternoon? Wow, in all my years, I have never seen so many people vomit on the plane. The crowing moment was when the two little ladies (6 and 9) travelling by themselves, came to hug me good bye. Just as I released the 9 year old, she projectile vomited over my shoulder and splattered on the side of the suitcase. How on earth she did not vomit on me????? I have no idea!!. It was the funniest slow motion moment of my life. I almost vomited on her. Can you just imagine??

Another reason that I would NEVER become a groomer on the plane. I could not deal with that at all. We had to lock off a lav as someone did a number all over the floor, and I kidd you not that there were at least 20 gift bags left for people to pick up.

I won't even begin to tell you about the fab deals that I purchased on my big day out!!
Let's just say that I love the summer sales.

If you have any requests.. you better submit them in writing, complete with sizes please.

:)

The Thunder From Down Under.
I am not talking about your thighs.....

What a storm last night. They car across the street had it's car alarm ring every time the thunder bellowed. It was unreal. I had great fears that the lightning was going to come through the house. It was truly an unbelievable scene.

Have a few unexpected days off, and we won't discuss the reason. But have turned to the house and have started five little projects. Started is the key word.

I must get down and finish them, but I would rather sleep. How can I be depressed in the summer? I am a winter depressiod!!!


Wish me luck!!

KJ

Are those my feet on Candain soil?
I love to travel, but I love to be at home.
I was supposed to be in Rome and Lisbon this weekend, but due to a delay on another company I did not make the cut and got pulled off my flight and reassigned to a Glasgow flight.
Which was fine with me as I love that city. Although we were only there for the day, I had a great shopping excursion.
I bought a pink coctail dress (FAB) and a pair of beige POINTY shoes, a silk black scarf with yellow polka dots and a pink scarf with shoes and purses on it. All for nine pounds. Got to love the summer sales.
Have a few days for myself, and am struggling already as I have nothing to do.
Ahh the dilemmas.

And they're off.
It is official. The summer is started and no vacation for me. I am back to work tommorow evening.
Off to the land of sex and sin. Amsterdam.

Also picked up my schedule for the month of July. My destinations include Rome, Lisbon, Belfast, Glascow, Vancouver, and Burmingham.

It is going to be a busy one.

VISA, up my limit.

K

viv and i as we tried to hide from any responsibilty. :) 

The ladies at the begining of commencement this afternoon. A marathon day, topped off with Mango Daiquirs. 

Aren't we photogenic? We have a collection of great pictures. Fabulous 

The two golf foursomes that I played with last week. 

Me, negligent in my postings?

Of course.

Today was fathers day, and yes sister, I signed your name on both the cards. We went to visit Daddy today and updated the flowers that decorate his spot. It was busy today, as it must be on special days all the time. I am still new to this whole thing.

We spent the afternoon with the grandparents. Grandpa told me so many stories today about his visits into Glascow, I hope to be able to go and visit some places he talked about. Maybe this summer.

Have submitted my requests for July, and can only wait to see what I get. With people coming and going into the country, and weddings, and bachlorette parties, and visiting my fmaily in England and Vancouver. I am not sure how I am going to get everything in. I suppose I will have to prioritize.

The good news is that Ryan will only need to have hip replacement surgery. The thought was that he might have had to had his leg rebroken and then hip replacement, but the later is the only required procedure.

I asked him to come to Teresa's wedding, as she is the one that introduced him to me many years ago. I think that it is good for him to get out. Although I dread running into some of my ex-friends. That whole scene was silly and I think I would like to pretend that it never happened. That is me, pretend that things did not happen for long enough they will not exist. I know... silly.

Classes may be done, but I have been uber busy running around doing things that I should have done before. But am happy to report that all is marked, and have only to input the marks and comments first thing in the morning.

There have been a hundred and one social activities, that have required my drinking, I mean attendance. Hosted a poker party thursday night. I do not know how to play poker, but I do know how to get 48 beers left at my house. The two day rule is kicking in as of midnight tonight.

I also go back to work this weekend, which is good and bad. I like the money, and the travel, but the hours are insane. The fact that I am home so little is also crazy. But a shopaholic has to do what a shopaholic has to do. (Can't wait to hit that jewlery store in Amsterdamn. The one that the cool necklaces come from.)

And then I am home to unpack, hit a bachlorette party for Mandy, and then leave for Montreal for three days. I can wait for the testing, but am excited about being in that city. I am such a city girl.

And as summer hits so does my insomnia. In bed around midnight but wide awake by 5am. Good thing I function best on no sleep.

Can't wait to see everyone in the next few weeks!!!

the girls and the groom to be. 

at the club 

the montreal crew. 

SCANDAL 

So there it sits. The can of Diet Coke that spent the day rolling around in my car. I don't drink Diet Coke except on special occasions (since my Dad passed away). Only three times in the last two and a half years. Once on New Years as my date made me a drink and did not know, once when I was in Barcelona with my sister, and then tonight. Not sure what the special occasion was though. :) 

In Greek town this afternoon. Could not park in my usual parking lot. Booted down the street, and saw a spot that I thought we could fit into. Oh yes, I parallel parked my car in three points. Wheels straight and only inches from each of the bumpers surrounding me. 

the crew all dressed up 

yikes. 

The two lovely seestors on one of their quick visits. I believe it was our birthday week. And we had Thai food that you hated and I loved. 

OK.
So I guess that you might be wondering where on earth I have been lately.

Just purchased the JET CD. And it is FAB. It will motivate me to post lots of information.

I have had a major computer meltdown at the worst possible time. I dropped my laptop off of my fab chair in my office, which led to the breakage (if that is a word) of the back light of the screen. Sounds reparable, $1200-$1600, and two and a half weeks later, it has been returned to me. Thank God I did not have to pay for it. And minor panic as it came back a little confused. I had to hunt for all of my files. Thank God I found them, I almost cried.

So I am back, and can quickly tell you what I have been up to over the last few weeks. There will be no chrono order as I think in random patterns.

*Am playing Volleyball on Wednesday nights with one girl that I used to work at the beach with (Shaunna) and her friends. The team is called twenty something. Something that I am not.
*If anyone knows me, they know that I HATE VOLLEYBALL. Why on earth am I playing? I do not know. But contrary to where you minds are probably going, there is no boy involved.
*I am returning at least for one more flight to the airline. I have decided to retun so that I can make some money to pay off all the debt that I have accumulated because I have not worked for 8 months. YIKES
*My neighbours are the proud new parents of their second little boy. As cute as a button. I woke up last weekend to see the cars all over the lawn and figured that the baby had decided that it was time. His name is Alexander Jason (AJ) just like KJ. I told them that I was flattered that they loved me so much that they named their child after me.
*School is almost finished, and as much as I try to encourage the kids to stay on track I am having a hard time myself. 11 school days left, not that I am counting.
*Lost the cord to my digital camera but have bought a replacement so that I can take pictures YEAH. I know people who will be very happy about that.
*Am heading to Montreal next weekend for a stag/stagette. Now, I am not a princess, but I will be flying. I am too old. and have done that drive too many times. I will begin and end my month in that fab city (as I have to return for training with the airline at the end of the month). Plenty of shopping to do, and drinking, and dancing, but I also want to spend the Saturday in Vieux Montreal at a cafe absorbing the awesome culture it has to offer.

That is it for the moment.

I am alive, and I will be posting again.

Later
no
soon

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toronto is officially cup crazy
gone are the days of elevator music in the grocery store,
here are the days of the hockey playoffs being broadcast as we oick up our lsat minute purchases.
i don't know what is next.

So I am talking to my roomate this morning and glance down at her purse.
Seestor, you will appreciate this one.
I was trying to read the name of the ourse makeer, and was having trouble focussing.
As I leaned closer, what did I see.
MANDARINA DUCK.
I was very impressed that I could place the maker of the purse, and had a story to add to the conversation.

Weekend Update

Surprise parties can actually work.
Going out with your ex can be fun. (weird but fun)
It is UNPRECEDENTED!!
Taco Taco cannot drink as much as he used to.
There is nothing worse than having to clean up vomit. (Not something I have ever done)
Sometimes your own bed is best to sleep in.
Some people you can talk to rarely, but still can pick up where you left out.
It is not so nice to hear about how people get to travel when I am stuck at home.
My cousin is a GREAT hockey player.
We designed the perfect hockey stick (can't reveal the details)
There isn't a hole in my roof, that was just large balls of hail smashing against the house.
You will get a parking ticket if you park on the street, facing the wrong way, outside my house.
No one has the pink sling backs that I have pictured in my mind.
Someone's answering machine was not working when I called this afternoon. (SARAH)
My Jean Capris look smoking with my beauty blue stillettos.
There is an end to Paul's studies (Masters. PhD, and Law School. He is planning on stopping.)

And here I thought that I did nothing this weekend.

k

As someone recently quit writing their blog, I have been struggling to get the energy to update this site myself.
Seeing as she is only one of two people that write it, I am struggling to continue.

But I am not a quitter. Not yet anyway.

And the truth is that there is not much to report at all.

We have just finished report cards that go home next week and have to prepare for parent teacher interviews.

The good news is that the weather seems to make a turn for the better. We are looking for a high of f15 or 16 this weekend. That is great news for me as I it means that Club 2:20 (20 meaning the temperature) will soon be open. Sangria for everyone!!

Have the incense that my coworker gave to me burning in the background, creating a fab vanilla and fruity aroma and my bed is looking good to me.

Hope that all is well!!

Love KJ

So I bought a t-shirt yesterday. What a blast.
It says in big black letters on a pink shirt...
I kissed Ben.
And how many people asked me who Ben was.
I replied, I'm sorry I don't kiss and tell.
It was funny at the time.

I also think that I might have a future as a matchmaker. I managed to hook up three of the girls last night.

And I didn't make an ass of myself. (I think)

Oh, I want these shoes.

http://townshoes.com/women_5.html

just one morning, i would like to wake up and put on a pair of matching socks.
not only ones that are almost the same colour, but match.

a girl can dream.

One of the hardest things about travelling is coming home. And for me that was very true as my flight was very delayed last night.
That aside, I always cry when I leave my sister. Silly, I know, but I can't help it.
It is hard to think that she is there all alone, even though she has her friends that are LOVELY, it is not the same as family.

And that aside, we had a great adventure this last week. Some things to be discussed, others put into the vault forever.... (Hmm, is your mind wandering?)

We have decided to become spokeswomen for the loft in Barcelona, so if you need some advice you can let us know.

Would love to tell you of all the items that I purchased, but at this moment I can't remember. Something about getting home at 12:30 last night (YYZ time or 5am LHR time) and having been up since 10 am (LHR time- 5am YYZ time)

But I am sure that the details will follow.

But for now, no afternoon siestas, of beer for breakfast, or cava for lunch, or "Just one more drink" at 3am.

Back to the reality of my little monsters, and my weight lifting, and my spinning classes.

And dreams of my next escape from the great city that I live in to another European adventure.

Because anyone who knows me, knows that I can't go anywhere without making or causing or witnessing a scene.

Thanks for the great time sister!!!

Miss you already!!!

They say that Gin is party remover.
I beg to differ.

I think that Tom Jones is panty remover.

What? you ask.

I went to see him in concert last night. What a wild evening. I wondered why there were security guards at the stage, and minutes into the stage wathced the stream of ladies of ALL ages sauntering down the aisle with "panties" (hate that word) and sling shooting them at the poor man.
It got to the point that they had to bring a broom onto the stage and sweep them all off. I could not belive my eyes.
The cake goes to the woman who did a little strip tease down the aisle and was swinging a full length fur coat around and then threw it onto the stage.
Those security guards sure got a work out.
Who would have thought?

Would I go again?

You bet!!!

from the wonders of the ocean

a glimpse in to my private conversations


happy birthday Kaffin! dit :
eat cake she says
happy birthday Kaffin! dit :
but not while you're doing body pump
happy birthday Kaffin! dit :
you need both hands for cake
Happy Birthday to Me dit :
i thought that was for weights
Happy Birthday to Me dit :
no wonder i have everything wrong
happy birthday Kaffin! dit :
*evil laugh*

Friday was my unbirthday.

Ahead of schedule I recieved a cake and presents and champagne.
I laughed that they were trying to make me older faster. They said they just wanted cake.

There is a girl that I know that celebrates her birthday all month.
I however choose to celebrate in for a weekend!!!

A busy week coming up as I am off to see Tom Jones on Tuesday night with Lisa. Look out!!! Girls night out. Also busy with my course at Western and a group project (YUCK)

But the most impotant thing is that I will be heading to London, and then Barcelona on Friday night.

YIPPEEEE!!!!

So I have just returned from spending the afternoon with Ryan at the hospital.
He is looking much better, and starting to move around a little more. It was heart breaking to leave him alone there tonight. I would hate to be there by myself. I decided that I would commit to a weeknight as I know so many more people go on the weekends.
That and I can miss a night at the gym for a great reason.
If you had told me a month ago that we would even be on speaking terms, I would have laughed.
Amazing how a near death experience can have such an effect.
Awakened feelings that I have not felt in a very long time. We won't even go there though.

And I was so sad that the Best Little Pork Shop is closed for the season. It is my favorite place. (This from the girl who says that she is almost a vegie except for the fact that she likes to eat sausage.)