I do not have the attention span right now to cut out meat and all animal products right now. Jack said something profound to me the other day, that when I give up smoking then we can work on becoming vegetarian together. Strange how I remember the little things, and completely neglect the really big issues.
I have been home all day doing housework and resting. This is my vacation after all. I want to get out and enjoy the sun. I want to go swimming in a lake. I want to BBQ in the great outdoors. I want to go for a hike and take some cool pictures.
Any takers?
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Monday, July 5, 2010
I have a little ADD right now. I can't concentrate on anything for more than like 10 min. Not really conducive to getting anything finished. I was thinking about Quilting today, so didn't happen. I ended up at home fighting a bladder infection and just not a happy camper. Speaking of camping, I guess I should start packing I am supposed to be leaving on Wednesday to go camping for a week with Katie and her daughter. I have to dig all my camping stuff out of storage first, huh? It hasn't seen the light of day in almost a year.
Today was not productive but who really is when they are sick. I did get some laundry done, got my new fabrics washed, still need to iron them and fold them properly. Like I said a little ADD at the moment.
It's funny I still don't know where we are going camping so how can I pack properly.
Today was not productive but who really is when they are sick. I did get some laundry done, got my new fabrics washed, still need to iron them and fold them properly. Like I said a little ADD at the moment.
It's funny I still don't know where we are going camping so how can I pack properly.
Friday, June 25, 2010
I was just writing in my journal, starting a new one for my vegetarian journey.
I shouldn't eat the pizza at work, there is cheese on it. What am I going to do for breakfasts, I always put milk or yogurt on my oatmeal. A lot of my diet is already vegetarian but it is those little things, like the milk solids in my Coffeemate, How am I supposed to deal with that?
I realize that this is a huge change in my life. But how far am I willing to take it? Where is this going to lead me?
I am going to have to research every product I use, just to see if it in any way harms animals. Huge. There might be animal products in this computer. Gosh I hope not. What about my teacup collection, most of it is bone china? Is there animal products in the ink in my pens? How does one research these things?
HUGE!!!!
I shouldn't eat the pizza at work, there is cheese on it. What am I going to do for breakfasts, I always put milk or yogurt on my oatmeal. A lot of my diet is already vegetarian but it is those little things, like the milk solids in my Coffeemate, How am I supposed to deal with that?
I realize that this is a huge change in my life. But how far am I willing to take it? Where is this going to lead me?
I am going to have to research every product I use, just to see if it in any way harms animals. Huge. There might be animal products in this computer. Gosh I hope not. What about my teacup collection, most of it is bone china? Is there animal products in the ink in my pens? How does one research these things?
HUGE!!!!
Eye-Opener
I just watched two videos on a fellow Blogger's page. They were about cruelty to animals, and the impact on the environment. Thank you to Tyler Henry, for sharing. How did I find Tyler? I was scanning through Blogs, (with the next blog button) and found him interesting. So I have been following anonymously for a couple of months. He doesn't post very often. But really hit home with this one.
I need to put some thought into my values and priorities. I have recently found these two movements to follow. They are somewhat related, I feel strongly about both of them.
What do I do about the ice-cream date I have for tonight? That is definitely milk product, and I will not support the dairy industry any longer.
I will not waste the animal products I have in my fridge and cupboards. I will not let those sacrifices be in vain. But I won't let any more sacrifices be made for me, I am not worthy of animal sacrifice.
Thinking about it, animal products are in everything. There is milk in bread. I won't be eating cheese any more. No more leather; shoes, purses, furniture, car interiors. The list goes on. This is huge.
I need to put some thought into my values and priorities. I have recently found these two movements to follow. They are somewhat related, I feel strongly about both of them.
What do I do about the ice-cream date I have for tonight? That is definitely milk product, and I will not support the dairy industry any longer.
I will not waste the animal products I have in my fridge and cupboards. I will not let those sacrifices be in vain. But I won't let any more sacrifices be made for me, I am not worthy of animal sacrifice.
Thinking about it, animal products are in everything. There is milk in bread. I won't be eating cheese any more. No more leather; shoes, purses, furniture, car interiors. The list goes on. This is huge.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
"Monday" Back to Work After My Weekend
My weekend was Sunday, Monday, so my Monday morning was actually Tuesday. (Tough to follow, huh!) I go back to work Tuesday morning and I know I have my power-training class starting at 8am. Why so early, I do not know. I was the most experienced in the class, big surprise! I have been using the equipment for over 7 years with no official training. Of course I think the theory is a breeze, and when we get to the practical I half volunteer to go first. Guinea pig again. The first person in the class to get tested is always sort of a teaching tool for the instructor.
Of course I passed the test. I never doubted that I would. But it was interesting, and I am glad I am finally certified.
I wish that I could have stayed to watch the others in the class do their test. But you can't always get what you want.
Of course I passed the test. I never doubted that I would. But it was interesting, and I am glad I am finally certified.
I wish that I could have stayed to watch the others in the class do their test. But you can't always get what you want.
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Traveling
I am on the ferry right now, Mom and Dad are meeting me at the other terminal. We are going to go for lunch, with their friend Rob, on the way home. I think I have finally worked out most of the bugs in this trip. Only a small glitch. I forgot my Coast Experience Card at home, which is basically my free pass. I keep a balance on it and when I get to the ticket booth they swipe my card and my fare is paid. It gives me a discount and my lovely mother uses her credit card to keep my balance up to date. I had to find an ATM because the ferries don’t take debit. Damn my credit rating. Then the machine didn’t complete my transaction, I had to check my balance on tele-banking then go back to the ATM to pull out the money. Then run to the ticket booth and hope that I am going to make the 1120 ferry. All with my 50 pound suitcase in tow. The clerk called out for any one for Langdale and I went up to the front of the line. Paid my fare and ran for the waiting room, they had already loaded all the foot passengers and I walked right through onto the boat. Oh course I have had to pee since 5 min after I left the house. So much fun, spending almost 2 hours on public transit holding it. Adventures in local travel.
Disturbing Night
I am traveling to Gibsons today, so I stayed at a friends place last night. Mostly so I could get a ride to the Skytrain in the morning, and not have to leave my car in the parking lot.
When I stay over at this friends place I sleep on the couch, of course. And her step son always comes upstairs in the middle of the night for a snack and a glass of milk. Well last night I guess he didn’t know I was here. He came up the stairs and went into the kitchen, did his snack thing and I guess he thought ‘I’ll flake out on the couch for a few minutes’. the problem was that he wasn’t wearing anything. So I am trying to sleep, and this Huge Naked 18 Year-old Idiot almost flopped onto the couch right on top of me. What a way to wake up at 3AM. I’m not even sure he knows I was there. He didn’t say a word. I am in shock.
So upon waking up at 7AM, I put on a pot of coffee, cause that is what a guest should do. And I just continue on my regular morning routine. While my coffee is brewing I do/finish my dishes from the night before. So I did Katie’s dishes. Her younger son, wakes up and comes out to the kitchen, makes a bagel and goes back to his room.
Like I said, I am traveling today, so I have to make sure I have enough stuff to do on my computer without relying on having internet. This could be interesting. I have become so used to just working on the web that I almost forget what I should do if I don’t have it.
I think it might be time for breakfast, so that’s all for now.
I almost forgot. Happy Father's Day to all the dads in the world, you are doing a great job.
When I stay over at this friends place I sleep on the couch, of course. And her step son always comes upstairs in the middle of the night for a snack and a glass of milk. Well last night I guess he didn’t know I was here. He came up the stairs and went into the kitchen, did his snack thing and I guess he thought ‘I’ll flake out on the couch for a few minutes’. the problem was that he wasn’t wearing anything. So I am trying to sleep, and this Huge Naked 18 Year-old Idiot almost flopped onto the couch right on top of me. What a way to wake up at 3AM. I’m not even sure he knows I was there. He didn’t say a word. I am in shock.
So upon waking up at 7AM, I put on a pot of coffee, cause that is what a guest should do. And I just continue on my regular morning routine. While my coffee is brewing I do/finish my dishes from the night before. So I did Katie’s dishes. Her younger son, wakes up and comes out to the kitchen, makes a bagel and goes back to his room.
Like I said, I am traveling today, so I have to make sure I have enough stuff to do on my computer without relying on having internet. This could be interesting. I have become so used to just working on the web that I almost forget what I should do if I don’t have it.
I think it might be time for breakfast, so that’s all for now.
I almost forgot. Happy Father's Day to all the dads in the world, you are doing a great job.
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Out and About
I have been spending alot of time with my friend Katie. We went shopping yesterday, for fabric. I managed to spend over $50 and now have a whole bunch of work to do. I finaly got the black background fabric for my puzzle quilt, and maybe the backing material. So my hope is to have the quilt finished to enter in the Guild quilt show next May. I know, I am being ambitious, but you just don't know until you try.
Went shopping again at the same shop today with my sister, and this time it was her turn to spend money. She got her membership to the Club for just $12, and then spent almost $100 on outsoor decor fabric to recover the patio funiture they picked up off the curb last spring. I am so proud of her it is a big project but I know she can do it.
Apparently there are people reading my Blogs, I am getting comments and everyone says I need to make the pasta and stop talking about it. I'll work on that, but the pasta machine will always live in the box.
Went shopping again at the same shop today with my sister, and this time it was her turn to spend money. She got her membership to the Club for just $12, and then spent almost $100 on outsoor decor fabric to recover the patio funiture they picked up off the curb last spring. I am so proud of her it is a big project but I know she can do it.
Apparently there are people reading my Blogs, I am getting comments and everyone says I need to make the pasta and stop talking about it. I'll work on that, but the pasta machine will always live in the box.
Monday, June 14, 2010
Inspired Silliness
So here I am a again at the beginning of my weekend, Monday and Tuesday. And I am feeling inspired.
I had a chat with a friend at work on break, it was the first time she realized I was a Quilter. News Flash. So my weekend, what project am I going to work on? I have about 6 on the go. Do I want to work on one of those? Or should I start a new project, and dig myself deeper into the UFO hole?
I have a bad case of weekend ADD, my dining room table is covered in STUFF. Quilting stuff, journaling stuff, computer stuff, and my lovely cup of coffee. I want to get past this and actually do some work on something. Talking with Ashleigh yesterday, I had a bit of a breakthrough. What I do is creative, and interesting. Wow, really? Me, creative? Who'd a thought? I have all these projects on the go, but when someone asks me what I am working on, I always say that I am doing the Puzzle quilt for my bed. Which I haven't even started yet, I am collecting materials for it, so I guess I am working on it, in a small way.
I have a plan to go fabric shopping with another friend of mine today. My favorite store is having a sale. Some products are on sale for buy one meter, get up to three for free. Can't miss this sale. So I need to write a list of things I NEED. So that I don't end up buying the whole store.
Shopping list:
- Black cotton for puzzle quilt
- Batting for puzzle quilt plus extra(can never have too much batting)
- Fabric pen for doing labels and signatures
- Interesting prints to add to puzzle quilt
- Build stash(lol)
- Check out non-cotton fabrics, for texture and drape, I want to make a dress for the summer. Something light and flowey.
- Patterns for summer dresses.
That aught to be good for today, I don't want to go overboard. I still have bills to pay and groceries to buy. But maybe this can be a skinny month, a sale like this only happens once in a Blue Moon.
Now I need to hop in the shower and then call my friend, I hope she still wants to go. Maybe I should have some breakfast first.
I had a chat with a friend at work on break, it was the first time she realized I was a Quilter. News Flash. So my weekend, what project am I going to work on? I have about 6 on the go. Do I want to work on one of those? Or should I start a new project, and dig myself deeper into the UFO hole?
I have a bad case of weekend ADD, my dining room table is covered in STUFF. Quilting stuff, journaling stuff, computer stuff, and my lovely cup of coffee. I want to get past this and actually do some work on something. Talking with Ashleigh yesterday, I had a bit of a breakthrough. What I do is creative, and interesting. Wow, really? Me, creative? Who'd a thought? I have all these projects on the go, but when someone asks me what I am working on, I always say that I am doing the Puzzle quilt for my bed. Which I haven't even started yet, I am collecting materials for it, so I guess I am working on it, in a small way.
I have a plan to go fabric shopping with another friend of mine today. My favorite store is having a sale. Some products are on sale for buy one meter, get up to three for free. Can't miss this sale. So I need to write a list of things I NEED. So that I don't end up buying the whole store.
Shopping list:
- Black cotton for puzzle quilt
- Batting for puzzle quilt plus extra(can never have too much batting)
- Fabric pen for doing labels and signatures
- Interesting prints to add to puzzle quilt
- Build stash(lol)
- Check out non-cotton fabrics, for texture and drape, I want to make a dress for the summer. Something light and flowey.
- Patterns for summer dresses.
That aught to be good for today, I don't want to go overboard. I still have bills to pay and groceries to buy. But maybe this can be a skinny month, a sale like this only happens once in a Blue Moon.
Now I need to hop in the shower and then call my friend, I hope she still wants to go. Maybe I should have some breakfast first.
Monday, June 7, 2010
Rambling Today
Breakfast was Fantastic!
Now just pulled my fresh baked bread out of the oven. The house smells so good, must be driving them nuts upstairs. lol
Had to scrap the idea of pasta today, too many bandaids on my hands, maybe tomorrow. So I have a friend planning on coming by after work tonight, opportunity to share food I have made, tee hee. I am really looking forward to seeing her, she will probably bring a 6-pack, my lucky day. Maybe I should do some housework?! Had some success with the dishes, but then decided to bake. So kitchen is again in a state of chaos. How does this happen?
Remember the food resolutions I made like a week ago, well I am going to take them and write them on my bathroom mirror so I read them every day. Cause that is the only way that I will make any progress. hmmmm, if I start doing that my whole mirror will be covered, there will be no space to use as mirror, so much to say to myself. Not like I'm listening.
Speaking of things to remember. My friend sent me this invite on Facebook, to fast from negative thought for 40 days. I have to write that on the mirror as well. That's gonna be tough, cause I am a very sarcastic person. Sarcasm is kinda part of what makes me, me. I don't think I can go 40 days without it, might go through withdrawal.
Now just pulled my fresh baked bread out of the oven. The house smells so good, must be driving them nuts upstairs. lol
Had to scrap the idea of pasta today, too many bandaids on my hands, maybe tomorrow. So I have a friend planning on coming by after work tonight, opportunity to share food I have made, tee hee. I am really looking forward to seeing her, she will probably bring a 6-pack, my lucky day. Maybe I should do some housework?! Had some success with the dishes, but then decided to bake. So kitchen is again in a state of chaos. How does this happen?
Remember the food resolutions I made like a week ago, well I am going to take them and write them on my bathroom mirror so I read them every day. Cause that is the only way that I will make any progress. hmmmm, if I start doing that my whole mirror will be covered, there will be no space to use as mirror, so much to say to myself. Not like I'm listening.
Speaking of things to remember. My friend sent me this invite on Facebook, to fast from negative thought for 40 days. I have to write that on the mirror as well. That's gonna be tough, cause I am a very sarcastic person. Sarcasm is kinda part of what makes me, me. I don't think I can go 40 days without it, might go through withdrawal.
Okay so not much progress on the sharing food idea. But now I have two days off and I am planning on making pasta today. I have all my ingredients and time on my hands, all I need now is some motivation. Anybody got any to spare?
I have spent the morning getting the dishes under control. I need to eat something, AKA make more dirty dishes, then I can start on the pasta and maybe a loaf of bread. Haven't made bread in a while, it always smells so good.
What to do for breakfast/lunch? Eggs on toast? Grilled cheese sandwich? Or am I really lazy, Bowl of oatmeal?
Best idea yet. Tomato soup with a sliced boiled egg and toast! Decided!
More after Brunch.
I have spent the morning getting the dishes under control. I need to eat something, AKA make more dirty dishes, then I can start on the pasta and maybe a loaf of bread. Haven't made bread in a while, it always smells so good.
What to do for breakfast/lunch? Eggs on toast? Grilled cheese sandwich? Or am I really lazy, Bowl of oatmeal?
Best idea yet. Tomato soup with a sliced boiled egg and toast! Decided!
More after Brunch.
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Foodie Update
So here I am, midweek day off and I'm crazy over food. I cleaned out my freezer, pulled all those turkey and chicken carcases out and I am currently roasting them so I can make soup. I have this huge stock pot and it is all going in there and at some point tonight I will have my first bowl of homemade turkey soup, I am so excited.
I have been thinking about food all morning. How much I love food, preparing it, cooking it, eating it, sharing it. Good food is my passion. Now I just need someone to share it with, someone who understands.
It isn't like I eat so much I can't keep the pounds off. Fact is the complete opposite is true, I have trouble gaining weight. I am about 5 pounds underweight. I have made progress. Six months ago I was 10 pounds under my goal. I know that isn't alot of progress, but it is hard work. My system is not used to eating a huge amount of protein, so I have to drink Soy based protein drinks and they are a little yucky.
So here is my new food resolutions.
I will try one new recipe a week.
I will start packing lunches for work.
I will share a meal I cooked with one person per week.(this one is going to be tough)
I will keep a recipe journal of all the new stuff I am trying.
I will update my blog with the new stuff I am trying, to keep me honest.
I think that is good for now. More to follow.
I have been thinking about food all morning. How much I love food, preparing it, cooking it, eating it, sharing it. Good food is my passion. Now I just need someone to share it with, someone who understands.
It isn't like I eat so much I can't keep the pounds off. Fact is the complete opposite is true, I have trouble gaining weight. I am about 5 pounds underweight. I have made progress. Six months ago I was 10 pounds under my goal. I know that isn't alot of progress, but it is hard work. My system is not used to eating a huge amount of protein, so I have to drink Soy based protein drinks and they are a little yucky.
So here is my new food resolutions.
I will try one new recipe a week.
I will start packing lunches for work.
I will share a meal I cooked with one person per week.(this one is going to be tough)
I will keep a recipe journal of all the new stuff I am trying.
I will update my blog with the new stuff I am trying, to keep me honest.
I think that is good for now. More to follow.
Update
Clocks.
All my clocks died at one time. Crazy I know but all the batteries went at once.
So today I replaced all those batteries, and now the world is the happy ticking place it should be.
You could call me the crazy clock lady, could be worse.
All my clocks died at one time. Crazy I know but all the batteries went at once.
So today I replaced all those batteries, and now the world is the happy ticking place it should be.
You could call me the crazy clock lady, could be worse.
Back to Basics
Food. I have the day off tomorrow, well I guess it is today now. I am going to do something interesting with food. It all starts with grocery shopping. my most hated task, well not most hated but pretty high up there. Tomorrow is also garbage day so I can clean out the fridge of all that crap that I can't put in the can until garbage day, and then forget to do it.
So what should I do with food? I am still thinking about homemade pasta but it is so labour intensive. I also want to try my BBQ. Its not new or any thing but I need to spend some time getting to know it properly. It's a charcoal grill, I think I have briquettes for it. So veggie skewers for lunch and grilled fruit for dessert. Maybe I should try some kind of bread on the grill. Maybe pizza. mmmmhhhmmmmm pizza! I can almost taste it now fresh bread dough, pesto sauce, grilled veggies and mozza and feta. On the grill.
See I do this for a reason. There is method to my madness.
So what should I do with food? I am still thinking about homemade pasta but it is so labour intensive. I also want to try my BBQ. Its not new or any thing but I need to spend some time getting to know it properly. It's a charcoal grill, I think I have briquettes for it. So veggie skewers for lunch and grilled fruit for dessert. Maybe I should try some kind of bread on the grill. Maybe pizza. mmmmhhhmmmmm pizza! I can almost taste it now fresh bread dough, pesto sauce, grilled veggies and mozza and feta. On the grill.
See I do this for a reason. There is method to my madness.
Monday, May 24, 2010
Can I Make a Difference
I recently watched Zeitgiest Addendum. Disturbing flick. I had no idea that the world was in such a state. The financial structure of the world is on the brink of collapse and our abuse of the environment is in a critical state.
It really gave me a lot to think about. What can I do, I am just one person? I wish that I had to means to spread the word. I was so inspired by this and the Venus Project, I need to do something.
There is so much to learn about the world and how we can make a difference.
Please watch:
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=7065205277695921912#
I know it is 2hours long but worth the time spent for its learning potential.
I have been interested it environmental issues for years and as I was watching Zeigeist, all I could think about are things like 100 mile diet, recycling progams at work and pollution. How does it all fit together?
When I get some time I will sit down and sort it all out. Then maybe I'll start seriously spreading the word. I have all these mediums and all this stuff to say but no concentration to compose reasonable stuff to post.
It really gave me a lot to think about. What can I do, I am just one person? I wish that I had to means to spread the word. I was so inspired by this and the Venus Project, I need to do something.
There is so much to learn about the world and how we can make a difference.
Please watch:
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=7065205277695921912#
I know it is 2hours long but worth the time spent for its learning potential.
I have been interested it environmental issues for years and as I was watching Zeigeist, all I could think about are things like 100 mile diet, recycling progams at work and pollution. How does it all fit together?
When I get some time I will sit down and sort it all out. Then maybe I'll start seriously spreading the word. I have all these mediums and all this stuff to say but no concentration to compose reasonable stuff to post.
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
A Quick Note
I haven't had a lot of time for my blog. I have been busy at work and with friends, I know that is no excuse. I have been trying to get set up properly in all my various social sites and settings and stuff so when something has to go it tends to be the journal. Unfortunate I know but I'll make the effort to catch up real soon. So my plan for this weekend is to catch up on the settings and stuff on the other sites so that I can focus on the journaling. I really do have good stuff to say I am just dealing with a little computer A.D.D. at the moment. And as if that wasn't enough I also have my home organization plans to work on and my hobbies to play at. Not enough hours in the day(or night). All kinds of fun!!!!
I'll keep you posted. lol
I'll keep you posted. lol
Monday, April 26, 2010
Rebirth of a Foodie
As I have said before I am a Foodie. What is a Foodie you ask? Well, do you know anyone who watches food network on a regular basis or has more cookbooks than you do novels, well that person is a Foodie.
I have been depressed about food lately, and now I know why. I have been eating too much meat, way too much. My system works so much better when I eat almost entirely vegetarian. So for lunch today I put together a fresh bean salad with sun-dried tomato and oregano dressing (thanks again to Katie). And I have some dough going in my bread machine so I can make cinnamon rolls later.
I have been looking for new ideas on the web and of course getting totally overwhelmed. Found a pita in the bread machine recipe which I want to try. One of my favorite things in the whole world is hummus and pita. Years ago when I still lived with my parents I made pita in their machine but didn't write down the recipe. I have yet to recreate that same success. Note to Mom: Please send me the pita recipe.
For now I will work on my shopping list and dream about food again, and hope for more food inspiration.
I have been depressed about food lately, and now I know why. I have been eating too much meat, way too much. My system works so much better when I eat almost entirely vegetarian. So for lunch today I put together a fresh bean salad with sun-dried tomato and oregano dressing (thanks again to Katie). And I have some dough going in my bread machine so I can make cinnamon rolls later.
I have been looking for new ideas on the web and of course getting totally overwhelmed. Found a pita in the bread machine recipe which I want to try. One of my favorite things in the whole world is hummus and pita. Years ago when I still lived with my parents I made pita in their machine but didn't write down the recipe. I have yet to recreate that same success. Note to Mom: Please send me the pita recipe.
For now I will work on my shopping list and dream about food again, and hope for more food inspiration.
Monday, April 12, 2010
Cooking Part II
What was I thinking? Lasagna this weekend, I don't think so. Here I am Monday morning and no Lasagna in the fridge and no grocery shopping done. Motivation level almost Zero. I have to work today, a closing shift, so no grocery shopping today either. Maybe Thursday? I won't have time before then. Good thing Thursday is payday, I won't have to censor my shopping list. I will be able to get those things I usually skip for budget reasons, like Real Mozza. I guess that means I have to write a proper shopping list, not one of those 12 items or less so I can go through the express lane. I might even get a buggie. So, I need new cooking ideas. I have been searching on the net for interesting ideas and always end up looking at the same types of recipes, always pasta and sauces, a little OCD about Italian cooking?? No, not at all. Things did improve in the Kitchen this weekend. I made a fantastic simple salad/pasta dish. Romaine lettuce, hot noodles with a light pesto sauce, tossed together with some parmesan. I know it sounds icky but if you eat it right away it is really refreshing. So what can I do tonight at 11pm that is going to be edible? Also quick? Maybe fall back on my old standby of a taco salad. I have all the stuff and it is quick, how fast can you heat up a tin of chili.
Friday, April 9, 2010
Cooking
I have lost my interest in cooking. I used to be a major foodie. I would try all those new, unusual products in the grocery store, and actually like some of them. I had to try every thing new, and was always playing with new combinations. I used to have so much fun with food. I miss those good times.
So here I am bored to tears with my own cooking, and want the spark back in the kitchen. Hey, I'd like the spark back in most areas of my life!!!
But really, food. I know you can't live without it, you need to eat, it is fuel for the body and the mind. I know you have to eat a balanced diet of fruits, veggies, protein, carbs, and dairy. I know all about the Canada Food Guide.
I have been cooking the same three dishes for the past three years. It is time for a change. So this weekend I am going to make home made pasta(I bought a pasta rolling machine last year and haven't used it yet). Maybe Lasagna, I'll have some grocery shopping to do, which is not a real appealing prospect as I work in a grocery store and cannot stand to be in a grocery store as a shopper for more than ten minutes. Maybe I will have to go to a different store.
So here I am bored to tears with my own cooking, and want the spark back in the kitchen. Hey, I'd like the spark back in most areas of my life!!!
But really, food. I know you can't live without it, you need to eat, it is fuel for the body and the mind. I know you have to eat a balanced diet of fruits, veggies, protein, carbs, and dairy. I know all about the Canada Food Guide.
I have been cooking the same three dishes for the past three years. It is time for a change. So this weekend I am going to make home made pasta(I bought a pasta rolling machine last year and haven't used it yet). Maybe Lasagna, I'll have some grocery shopping to do, which is not a real appealing prospect as I work in a grocery store and cannot stand to be in a grocery store as a shopper for more than ten minutes. Maybe I will have to go to a different store.
Monday, April 5, 2010
Internet Woes.
I have my first computer. I am just getting over my life-long status as a technophobe. So for Christmas my big gift from my parents was a brand new laptop. Fast-forward to February 8-2010.
I make the trek to Mom and Dad’s house, (about four hours travel from my house in Delta to the Langdale Ferry terminal where they pick me up) to pick up computer and do setup with them.
I don’t have access to a wireless connection at home, so for now I am taking my computer out on Dates. I go up to Starbucks, buy a coffee or tea and sit there to check my email and surf the net. This kinda sucks, I am an introvert. I need my alone time. Public places stress me out. There are other options, I can go over to my friend’s house and connect to her wireless. But her house is almost Grand Central Station, there are always people coming and going. It is so noisy over there, that I just can’t concentrate. Fast-forward again to March 29, 2010.
I am trying to set up a wireless router on the computer upstairs, courtesy of my lovely sister, Charmaine. I made a date with her for Good Friday, to do the setup. I’m finally going to get on the internet AT HOME. Happy dance, much celebration! But as always, there are hiccups. My brother-in-law a bit of a control-freak. Apparently Charmaine had not cleared our plans with big D. We were almost halfway through the process and he comes into the living-room and stops us mid-hook-up.
So, no internet today (Good Friday, only day off until Thursday). He promises to hook it up on Monday, I won’t hold my breath.
I make the trek to Mom and Dad’s house, (about four hours travel from my house in Delta to the Langdale Ferry terminal where they pick me up) to pick up computer and do setup with them.
I don’t have access to a wireless connection at home, so for now I am taking my computer out on Dates. I go up to Starbucks, buy a coffee or tea and sit there to check my email and surf the net. This kinda sucks, I am an introvert. I need my alone time. Public places stress me out. There are other options, I can go over to my friend’s house and connect to her wireless. But her house is almost Grand Central Station, there are always people coming and going. It is so noisy over there, that I just can’t concentrate. Fast-forward again to March 29, 2010.
I am trying to set up a wireless router on the computer upstairs, courtesy of my lovely sister, Charmaine. I made a date with her for Good Friday, to do the setup. I’m finally going to get on the internet AT HOME. Happy dance, much celebration! But as always, there are hiccups. My brother-in-law a bit of a control-freak. Apparently Charmaine had not cleared our plans with big D. We were almost halfway through the process and he comes into the living-room and stops us mid-hook-up.
So, no internet today (Good Friday, only day off until Thursday). He promises to hook it up on Monday, I won’t hold my breath.
Tick, Tick.
I recently bought a new clock for my Kitchen. I was so proud. Got just the right color and everything. So I get it home and insert the battery, bang a nail into the wall and hang New Clock. I step back to admire my handy work, and realize. THIS CLOCK IS LOUD.
After work that afternoon my sister visits me for a quick chat and all I can think about is this crazy clock. She can't even hear it. I must be going crazy. Every five minutes or so, "That clock has gotta go!"
That was about a week ago, and now I'm up to twenty minutes. I'm so happy. Maybe I can keep the clock after all.
Reminds me of another occasion. With my sister and clocks.
I think I'll save that one for now.
After work that afternoon my sister visits me for a quick chat and all I can think about is this crazy clock. She can't even hear it. I must be going crazy. Every five minutes or so, "That clock has gotta go!"
That was about a week ago, and now I'm up to twenty minutes. I'm so happy. Maybe I can keep the clock after all.
Reminds me of another occasion. With my sister and clocks.
I think I'll save that one for now.
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