I'm only following orders. Jane's blog said that if I had a blog I had to do it. Shoot, now everyone knows I've been lurking. Aaaanyways. It's a Christmas get to know you thing. Since Christmas is only 27 days away, I think it's ok.
1. Wrapping paper or gift bag?
Wrapping wrapping wrapping!!! Gifts bags are for the un-creative! Wrapping with sharp corners and lots of ribbon, and sometimes pretty bows. But always wrapping.
2. Real tree or artificial?
When I have my own house it will be real. At this point it is not, and I am temporarily sad.
3. When do you put up your tree?
The first weekend in December! And luck for me, it's the 1st this weekend! ( I have a rule: No Christmas till Dec. 1st)
4. When do you take down your tree?
Mmm usually the first weekend in Jan.
5. Do you like eggnog?
GAG! so, no.
6. Favorite gift received as a child?
My bike. My sister and I both got bikes one Christmas, it was probably the best ever. They were big-girl-bikes, so they were special. Also meant we couldn't ride around the living room, although we tries and were stopped after only a few decorative casualties.
7. Do you have a nativity scene?
No, I have very few decorations outside of the overdone tree.
8. Hardest person to buy for?
Auntie Barb. Hands down.
9. Easiest person to buy for?
Shannon. I'm having to stop myself from buying anything else.
10. Worst Christmas gift you've ever received?
Every year my family does this really fun gift exchange. Everyone buys a generic gift values at approx. $50 and then we play a game to see who get which one. There is one person who always cheaps out, and another who has her own sense of style. Every year I get one of their gifts. The stained glass candle holders that looked like water pitchers. Or the matching salad tongs and picture frame..... just in case you want your picture frame to go with your salad.....
11. Mail or email Christmas cards?
Mail! I like to put up all the cards and look at them :)
12. Favorite Christmas movie?
The Santa Clause. Number 1. ooh and the old cartoons, they are awesome too.
13. When do you start shopping for Christmas?
Um, well a while ago already. Actually I'm almost done and it's still a month away.
14. Have you ever recycled a Christmas present?
I would never.
15. Favorite thing to eat at Christmas?
Mmmm Grandma Whitey's Un-Bake Chocolate cake. It reminds me of Christmas.
16. White or coloured lights?
I've converted to all white this year. Something is wrong with me. But I have all new tree decorations and they are brightly colored so I didn't want to bombard everyone with color. Oh, whatever, I think it's pretty when all the lights inside and out are white.
17. Favorite Christmas song?
Noel
18. Travel for Christmas or stay home?
HOME! Traveling for Christmas is just wrong! What about family?? Hello!
19. Can you name all of Santa's reindeers?
Yup.
20. Angel or Star on top of tree?
I have nothing yet this year. At home we had this thing that I think was supposed to be a star. But it looked like one of those things they try to sell to kids at the Icecapades. So yeah, I'll stick with star for now.
21. Open presents Christmas Eve or Morning?
Christmas Morning. We tried every year to get our parents to let us open just one on Christmas eve....no go.
22. Most annoying thing about this time of year?
The bustle. It's so busy, it's hard to enjoy the good stuff.
23. What I love most about Christmas?
The family stuff. I know, weird hey. I actually like my family though. And exchanging gifts with my sister, we're fun.
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
It's all ridiculous
I have been trying for the past two weeks to blog, however blogger has decided that I don't exist, except for when I do. Make sense? No, not to me either, which is the very reason for the rant!
In other news, I'm sick. Not the sniffles and tea kind. More like the throat replacement, nose disownment, lie in bed and moan all day kind. My poor husband. Actually, all I did yesterday was lie on the couch and watch season three of Gilmore Girls. I don't think we've discussed my TV watching habits yet, so now seems as good a time as any.
I seldom watch series while they are running. I just don't see the logic in racing home after youth only to realize that I have missed the first ten minutes of Grey's Anatomy, which will always be when they reveal the issue the entire episode will revolve around and will not mention again, however allude to constantly throughout the entire episode leaving me in a state of panic and confusion.
No, I don't follow series during the season. I prefer to wait until the end of the season and catch them on DVD. The only problem with that is the stupid cliffhanger endings! They make me want to rush home after youth to catch the season premier just so that I know who goes home with McDreamy.
So, even better than seasons on DVD......Series on DVD. I have found that patience (in some areas) pays off. I caught a few episodes of Gilmore Girls many years ago and it was instant infatuation. I knew, however, that it was not meant to be ( not having a TV of my own at the time really solidified that observation). Now, the series is over ( tear ) and I have seasons one through 5 in my filthy little hands. This way I will know who takes Rory to prom as soon as I want, or which college she goes to, or if Lorelei ever actually follows through with a man. See, no waiting. Sigh, what a wonderful feeling.
In other news, I'm sick. Not the sniffles and tea kind. More like the throat replacement, nose disownment, lie in bed and moan all day kind. My poor husband. Actually, all I did yesterday was lie on the couch and watch season three of Gilmore Girls. I don't think we've discussed my TV watching habits yet, so now seems as good a time as any.
I seldom watch series while they are running. I just don't see the logic in racing home after youth only to realize that I have missed the first ten minutes of Grey's Anatomy, which will always be when they reveal the issue the entire episode will revolve around and will not mention again, however allude to constantly throughout the entire episode leaving me in a state of panic and confusion.
No, I don't follow series during the season. I prefer to wait until the end of the season and catch them on DVD. The only problem with that is the stupid cliffhanger endings! They make me want to rush home after youth to catch the season premier just so that I know who goes home with McDreamy.
So, even better than seasons on DVD......Series on DVD. I have found that patience (in some areas) pays off. I caught a few episodes of Gilmore Girls many years ago and it was instant infatuation. I knew, however, that it was not meant to be ( not having a TV of my own at the time really solidified that observation). Now, the series is over ( tear ) and I have seasons one through 5 in my filthy little hands. This way I will know who takes Rory to prom as soon as I want, or which college she goes to, or if Lorelei ever actually follows through with a man. See, no waiting. Sigh, what a wonderful feeling.
Monday, October 29, 2007
Consider No News, Good News
Just thought I'd update my adoring fans as to the recent adventures I've had. Except.... I don't know if there are any.
I come into some very bad habits. Like the "come home from work, drop everything in the hallway and read all my favorite blogs" one. And I am not even considerate enough to keep my own up to date.
OK then. Here's the low down ( people still said that when I was cool).
The new job- amazing. I'm having a great time, Loooooving the staff I work with. The Student and Family ministries department is just fantastic. My next door neighbour Jon, is just like me. We spend half the day bursting into each others office with some random information or cool story. Today he called me ( even though I can hear him talking through the office wall) and invited me to a showing of Dr. Seuss' "the Sneeches" in his office. Obviously I accepted the invitation!
In other news, I GOT MY CAR! It's super fantastic aaand FIJI blue. I hope you weren't worried friends, I got what I wanted. She's a dream. I've even taken her on the freeway TWICE now. And nothing fell off!! I know.. Amazing.
I've saved the sad things until last. I'm debating including them even as I type. I was able to spend time with one of my very favorite people this week. I just wish it had been under better circumstances. Tragedy has just hit their family. I'm sure any of you with a TV have heard or seen the event. Her Dad is Ed Schellenberg, the innocent man involved in the tragedy in Surrey. It's hard to show someone how much you love them when something like this has effected them. It just never seems like enough. She is doing very well, it seems to be everyone else that's having a hard time. No one knows how to make it better for her, and everyone seems to think they should. It's because she's not only my favorite, but just about everyone else she meets' as well. She's just like her Dad in that respect. She makes a lasting impression everywhere she goes. She is loved more that I'm sure even she knows.
Three things I'm thankful for:
1. Surprise staff meeting tomorrow ( no idea what we're doing!! soooo fun!)
2. An Awesome sister in law who loves to shop with me
3. A good God
I come into some very bad habits. Like the "come home from work, drop everything in the hallway and read all my favorite blogs" one. And I am not even considerate enough to keep my own up to date.
OK then. Here's the low down ( people still said that when I was cool).
The new job- amazing. I'm having a great time, Loooooving the staff I work with. The Student and Family ministries department is just fantastic. My next door neighbour Jon, is just like me. We spend half the day bursting into each others office with some random information or cool story. Today he called me ( even though I can hear him talking through the office wall) and invited me to a showing of Dr. Seuss' "the Sneeches" in his office. Obviously I accepted the invitation!
In other news, I GOT MY CAR! It's super fantastic aaand FIJI blue. I hope you weren't worried friends, I got what I wanted. She's a dream. I've even taken her on the freeway TWICE now. And nothing fell off!! I know.. Amazing.
I've saved the sad things until last. I'm debating including them even as I type. I was able to spend time with one of my very favorite people this week. I just wish it had been under better circumstances. Tragedy has just hit their family. I'm sure any of you with a TV have heard or seen the event. Her Dad is Ed Schellenberg, the innocent man involved in the tragedy in Surrey. It's hard to show someone how much you love them when something like this has effected them. It just never seems like enough. She is doing very well, it seems to be everyone else that's having a hard time. No one knows how to make it better for her, and everyone seems to think they should. It's because she's not only my favorite, but just about everyone else she meets' as well. She's just like her Dad in that respect. She makes a lasting impression everywhere she goes. She is loved more that I'm sure even she knows.
Three things I'm thankful for:
1. Surprise staff meeting tomorrow ( no idea what we're doing!! soooo fun!)
2. An Awesome sister in law who loves to shop with me
3. A good God
Wednesday, October 3, 2007
Guilt Ridden
I am so very sorry! It's not my fault, I've been ridiculously busy ...with..... MY NEW JOB!! That's right folks, I am officially the Pastor of Middle school and KIDstuf.
Monday was the longest day ever! I made sure to sleep in as late as possible to make the day go by faster. The only reason I did wake up in the morning hours at all was because Brandon came and got me...he was lonely. Watching TV occupied me for a little while, then the internet, but I couldn't sit still. I cleaned till there was nothing left to clean. I did laundry, folded it, and put it away. Finally I put my energy to good use and made some fantastic chocolate chip cookies.
The meeting went well, seemingly too well. I spoke for less than two minutes and then the floor was open to anyone to ask questions. The first person simply wanted to know how I'd heard about the position and what the process was like. simple. The second and final question was basically a statement. "I have three children and they all hate this youth group because it's too big and loud." all I could think to say was ..."and then?" but I held back and let her finish, and by finish I mean she said " so what are you going to do about that?" I, of course, went on to explain my philosophy of ministry which seemed to appease her.
After we left they were given the chance to ask any questions they wanted to without me being there. I was told there were none. The same process was followed for the two other people being voted on.
In the meantime, Brandon and I went to Timmy's to distract me with coffee and soup. It didn't last long. An hour later I could sit still no longer so we went to wander Future Shop and distract ourselves with expensive shiny things. FINALLY I got the call, and all he said was " So, you know there's a dress code right?" ha ha funny.
The next morning, I was hard at work frying my brain with new names a policies all across the map :)
Oh, and Duncan. :P to you spelling man
Monday was the longest day ever! I made sure to sleep in as late as possible to make the day go by faster. The only reason I did wake up in the morning hours at all was because Brandon came and got me...he was lonely. Watching TV occupied me for a little while, then the internet, but I couldn't sit still. I cleaned till there was nothing left to clean. I did laundry, folded it, and put it away. Finally I put my energy to good use and made some fantastic chocolate chip cookies.
The meeting went well, seemingly too well. I spoke for less than two minutes and then the floor was open to anyone to ask questions. The first person simply wanted to know how I'd heard about the position and what the process was like. simple. The second and final question was basically a statement. "I have three children and they all hate this youth group because it's too big and loud." all I could think to say was ..."and then?" but I held back and let her finish, and by finish I mean she said " so what are you going to do about that?" I, of course, went on to explain my philosophy of ministry which seemed to appease her.
After we left they were given the chance to ask any questions they wanted to without me being there. I was told there were none. The same process was followed for the two other people being voted on.
In the meantime, Brandon and I went to Timmy's to distract me with coffee and soup. It didn't last long. An hour later I could sit still no longer so we went to wander Future Shop and distract ourselves with expensive shiny things. FINALLY I got the call, and all he said was " So, you know there's a dress code right?" ha ha funny.
The next morning, I was hard at work frying my brain with new names a policies all across the map :)
Oh, and Duncan. :P to you spelling man
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
I'm a Genius!
I'm pretty impressed with myslef right now, and not just because I was able to spell genius. I really like to create edible works of art. Not necessarily of the visually stimulating variety, more the makes-your-mouth-water-from-a-mile-away kind. Yesterday I had fun making dinner. At my cousins wedding a few weeks back they had these potatoes that still make my stomache grumble in anticipation. Brandon is also a potato monger. Therefore I took it upon myself to re-create the wondrous potatoes. They were like mashed potatoes rolled into little potatoey balls, seasoned and then baked to a crispy perfection. So that's what I did. Except I added a little cheese to the mashy part. Needless to say, they were amazing.
Today I made rice krispy squares with chocolate chips. Mmmmmm. I'm pretty sure all the females in my family have this weird gene. My mom is always calling me with new things she's created and the I just HAVE to try. So I usually do, and they are always amazing. And my sister is a pastry chef...need I say more? Check back in a few years, my husband will be fat as a testament to my culinary mastery.
On another note, the vote is less than a week away :S Everyone at the church is overwhelmingly confident that I have the job, which is good I guess cause they will be the ones voting. My manager at rogers just found out that I will probably be leaving. She has known for a long time that it's coming so it's not a surprise, I guess she just thought she'd have more time to find a replacement. I almost feel bad, she's going to have a really rough time keeping things going when I go. I'm pretty sure she still has no idea how much I actually do, since I've been doing it before she even started. When Jax quit i picked up most of the slack, but who's going to do it when I go? Well, I guess it won't be my problem... sigh
Three things:
1. Puppy training tonight!
2. No more trips ever!! He's my husband full time now :)
3. 5 DAYS!!!
Today I made rice krispy squares with chocolate chips. Mmmmmm. I'm pretty sure all the females in my family have this weird gene. My mom is always calling me with new things she's created and the I just HAVE to try. So I usually do, and they are always amazing. And my sister is a pastry chef...need I say more? Check back in a few years, my husband will be fat as a testament to my culinary mastery.
On another note, the vote is less than a week away :S Everyone at the church is overwhelmingly confident that I have the job, which is good I guess cause they will be the ones voting. My manager at rogers just found out that I will probably be leaving. She has known for a long time that it's coming so it's not a surprise, I guess she just thought she'd have more time to find a replacement. I almost feel bad, she's going to have a really rough time keeping things going when I go. I'm pretty sure she still has no idea how much I actually do, since I've been doing it before she even started. When Jax quit i picked up most of the slack, but who's going to do it when I go? Well, I guess it won't be my problem... sigh
Three things:
1. Puppy training tonight!
2. No more trips ever!! He's my husband full time now :)
3. 5 DAYS!!!
Saturday, September 22, 2007
Empty
I don't know what to think. You know when something happens to a good friend and you just don't know what to say to them. It dosen't matter if it's a good or bad thing, just that it leaves you utterly speechless, and thoughtless for that matter.
Something monumental happened yesterday. I cleaned my house. Not just tidied, but really cleaned. Washed floors, scrubbed toilets, the whole shebang. I was proud. Now my goal is to see how long I can keep it looking this way. The goal is to keeo it clean at least until Brandon can see it. Yeah, I know he comes home tomorrow :)
There are too many half-thoughts in my head and none of them are making their way all the way out. My apologies.
Maybe if someone commented at least once I'd feel compelled to continue writing. Yes, this is a guilt trip.
Three Things:
1. 9 Days!
2. I'll have a hubby tomorrow!
3. My Short Buddy
Something monumental happened yesterday. I cleaned my house. Not just tidied, but really cleaned. Washed floors, scrubbed toilets, the whole shebang. I was proud. Now my goal is to see how long I can keep it looking this way. The goal is to keeo it clean at least until Brandon can see it. Yeah, I know he comes home tomorrow :)
There are too many half-thoughts in my head and none of them are making their way all the way out. My apologies.
Maybe if someone commented at least once I'd feel compelled to continue writing. Yes, this is a guilt trip.
Three Things:
1. 9 Days!
2. I'll have a hubby tomorrow!
3. My Short Buddy
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
And then?
I've been looking at buying a new car for a few months now. We're just waiting till it is financially wise to do so. We may have waited too long :( The car I want is the Civic Sedan, in FIJI BLUE. You know what? The 2008 model does not come in FIJI BLUE! So either I pray that a 2007 model in FIJI BLUE is still available, or i sacrifice my desire for an attractive vehicle. I might as well get a yaris or an echo! My heart is breaking...
On another note, the vote has been postponed....by a day. Apparently the moderator is unavailable as are some other very important people. I think I can handle it..... I hope I can. So far everyting has been very encouraging. The staff are fantastic, and the people I met on Sunday are great. I just hope they feel the same way about me.
Layla is staring at me from accross the room begging me to let her into the bedroom so she can go to bed. I want to sleep in tomorrow, just a little, so I'm keeping her up a little longer. This isn't cruelty is it? I have to go to day 3 of puppy training with out my hubby tomorrow and I am not looking forward to it. There is this woman who brings her St. Bernard puppy, well that's what she tells us anyways, I'm pretty sure it's a baby bear or something. In any case, this woman makes no effort to control her dog. The dog is big, granted, but you are bigger lady!! This dog, tiny ( I know, i rolled my eyes too) has taken an interest in Layla. He likes to put her head in his mouth. Yup, the whole thing. So I'm trying to wrestle playfull "tiny" off of my 10 pound pug and she pretends to look the other way. I'm looking at her like "HELLO??? this is your drool machine here!! Deal with it please!" I finally manage to pluck my dogs head from his enormous jaws and he promptly steals Layla's toy. Likley because his owner brought nothing for him. She looks at me and says "It's okay, he can have it." I'm sorry, but I'm not really worried about your dogs welfare at this point. Layla and I made a fantastic team thought. She pranced infront of him long enough to get his attention while I quickly grabbed the newly forgotten toy...dripping with foreign dog drool. I am moving to the other side of the room this week.
As is common in many brave women, I am terrified of spiders. My husband finds this unfortunatly comical. He will come and kill the spider, providing that it "causes a direct threat", I believe that was the phrase he used. Fine, in the mean time I have my own spider killer....or eater anyways, for the ones that simply bother me by their very existence. She's had her head enveloped by a St. Bernard, I've gained confidence in her spider hunting skills. There is one less spider in my office tonight :)
three things:
1. My Spider Hunter
2. 5 more days till my love returns from NY
3. 13 DAYS!!!!
On another note, the vote has been postponed....by a day. Apparently the moderator is unavailable as are some other very important people. I think I can handle it..... I hope I can. So far everyting has been very encouraging. The staff are fantastic, and the people I met on Sunday are great. I just hope they feel the same way about me.
Layla is staring at me from accross the room begging me to let her into the bedroom so she can go to bed. I want to sleep in tomorrow, just a little, so I'm keeping her up a little longer. This isn't cruelty is it? I have to go to day 3 of puppy training with out my hubby tomorrow and I am not looking forward to it. There is this woman who brings her St. Bernard puppy, well that's what she tells us anyways, I'm pretty sure it's a baby bear or something. In any case, this woman makes no effort to control her dog. The dog is big, granted, but you are bigger lady!! This dog, tiny ( I know, i rolled my eyes too) has taken an interest in Layla. He likes to put her head in his mouth. Yup, the whole thing. So I'm trying to wrestle playfull "tiny" off of my 10 pound pug and she pretends to look the other way. I'm looking at her like "HELLO??? this is your drool machine here!! Deal with it please!" I finally manage to pluck my dogs head from his enormous jaws and he promptly steals Layla's toy. Likley because his owner brought nothing for him. She looks at me and says "It's okay, he can have it." I'm sorry, but I'm not really worried about your dogs welfare at this point. Layla and I made a fantastic team thought. She pranced infront of him long enough to get his attention while I quickly grabbed the newly forgotten toy...dripping with foreign dog drool. I am moving to the other side of the room this week.
As is common in many brave women, I am terrified of spiders. My husband finds this unfortunatly comical. He will come and kill the spider, providing that it "causes a direct threat", I believe that was the phrase he used. Fine, in the mean time I have my own spider killer....or eater anyways, for the ones that simply bother me by their very existence. She's had her head enveloped by a St. Bernard, I've gained confidence in her spider hunting skills. There is one less spider in my office tonight :)
three things:
1. My Spider Hunter
2. 5 more days till my love returns from NY
3. 13 DAYS!!!!
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