Confessions. The folks here got up at 11:15.
We weren't sure what to do or what one does at 11, we made coffee.
Pourquoi, you ask ? Well, I played cards two nights in a row. Fri ( Thur game ) I was in bed by 3:00. Sat ( Fri game) it was 1:30.
As well, my Vancouver Aunt needed a ride to the airport Thur morning ( real Thur ) at 5:30. Suffice to say my bio-rhythm was off-key, a lot. I don't do well on no sleep.
I bought leeks b/c on the radio these chefs said they always have leeks available b/c leeks are so versatile. so far, the leeks have replaced green onions in fried rice and sliced thin in a salad. The chef dudes said a myriad of uses. I'm short a whole myriad, it seems.
So, to rectify the situation - we will do pork chops wrapped in foil w/ vegetables incl. leeks, of course. The foil packets will go on the BBQ ala Boy Scout style or ala how I remember Boy Scout style. We used to fire the foil packet on the campfire embers. This resulted in well done food. As in really, well done food, OK slightly blackened ( blackened is trendy-in nowadays ).
We are trying Weight Watchers diet plan or M's version of Weight Watchers ( we're not sure this is legal usage of the name ). We are debating about the starting date. I suppose its how desperate you are.
Saturday, 14 July 2012
Thursday, 12 July 2012
Unbelievable ?
Last night, listening off and on to CBC 0vernight, I hear " Immigration needs controls. Foreign workers are taking advantage of our affluence. These workers are bringing family after a few years. They are using us as a springboard to the U.S. "
The accents of the officials were Asian-ish.
The speakers were from Singpore. Apparently, the birth rate in Singapore is lower than the death rate. The Singaporians need foreign workers but are subsidizing these workers too much according to the populace and the officials. Who'd of thunk it.
The major problem according to one official is that business people are buying subsidized housing spaces and re-selling them at a profit.
I killed two fish this week. I was slow on the switch or something and 2 bass swallowed the hook. I should haave cut them lose but I thought I could get the hook out. This represents terrible skill on my part. Oh well, I'll be more careful now. the upside is that M gets her bass dinner early this season. A bright side for everything.
Bonus, we think. We didn't get a call from the trailer park. Does this mean things are OK ? Who knows, but it feels good. Oh, so naive, aren't we ?
If you're reading this trailer news and are wondering if we are crazy, we're not. These management types are frustrating, mega, at Baileys Bay.
The accents of the officials were Asian-ish.
The speakers were from Singpore. Apparently, the birth rate in Singapore is lower than the death rate. The Singaporians need foreign workers but are subsidizing these workers too much according to the populace and the officials. Who'd of thunk it.
The major problem according to one official is that business people are buying subsidized housing spaces and re-selling them at a profit.
I killed two fish this week. I was slow on the switch or something and 2 bass swallowed the hook. I should haave cut them lose but I thought I could get the hook out. This represents terrible skill on my part. Oh well, I'll be more careful now. the upside is that M gets her bass dinner early this season. A bright side for everything.
Bonus, we think. We didn't get a call from the trailer park. Does this mean things are OK ? Who knows, but it feels good. Oh, so naive, aren't we ?
If you're reading this trailer news and are wondering if we are crazy, we're not. These management types are frustrating, mega, at Baileys Bay.
Sunday, 8 July 2012
Clash-es
I understand that one of the dangers of this blogging business, is that much like other social media, there is a tendency to give away personal information. Oh well.
I use an elliptical machine regularly, up to 6 times a week, less in summer. My routine is a 40 minute session on " fat burner" program. Don't you love the name,fat burner, just meant for suckers like me. The FB program is set to no addditional resistance and angle. I ride ( elliptic ? ) for three minutes ( M3 ) jump off the machine and do a set of push-ups, M3 and jump off and do curls w/ free weights... M3 / standing press ups, M3 /lat for arms, M3 / punches , M3 / wrist exersize, M3 /rowing w/resistance bands, M3 / leg extensions w/ resistance bands, M3 arm side raises w/ resistance bands, M3 / - arm and leg extensions , M3 / diagonal arm swing, M3 / leg raises. Cool down.
If you had asked me fifteen years ago, I would have replied " not enough " cardio or sweat. Well, the bottom line, I can do the above routine. If I walk or jog/walk I'll need to rest my knees every third day at least. My physio guy and the ortho surgeon emphasized " keep the knee moving, when it hurts stop and rest and ice. " Ta Da - I found a way to obey their advice.
While I elliptic ( this is now a verb ) I watch DVDs. My current DVD is " Clash of the Titans " involving the hero, Perseus, the babe, Io and the gods Zeus and Hades. Some of my best lines come from this movie, as in " I'm tired of being grateful for scraps ".
My favs seem to be " the Missouri Breaks ", "the Good Shepherd ", ........................
" Clash " has Liam Neeson as Zeus ( and Hades ? ). There are giant scorpions, Djinn, the kraken, pegasus, the 3 fates and brave warriors. Perseus doesn't get the princess, Andromeda but he does get Io, who is immortal or close to it, and a babe.
M says, " Clash of ... " is right up my alley - swords, killing , noise - its rough when they got you figured out.
I called the trailer park on Fri afternoon and SURPRISE ! talked to our sales lady who was sitting w/ the " new " owners. Saleslady said " consider it sold ".
In the movie " Big Trouble in Little China " w/ Kurt Russell as " Jack Burton ", almost hero, there's a monologue, in which, Jack says " When an 8 ft tall monster puts the back of your favourite head up against a bar room wall and says ' Have you paid your dues ? '. Remember what Jack Burton always says 'Have you paid you dues , Jack . You bet, the cheque is in the mail."
Well, the cheque isn't in the mail ----it comes in 15 days - we'll celebrate then.
I use an elliptical machine regularly, up to 6 times a week, less in summer. My routine is a 40 minute session on " fat burner" program. Don't you love the name,fat burner, just meant for suckers like me. The FB program is set to no addditional resistance and angle. I ride ( elliptic ? ) for three minutes ( M3 ) jump off the machine and do a set of push-ups, M3 and jump off and do curls w/ free weights... M3 / standing press ups, M3 /lat for arms, M3 / punches , M3 / wrist exersize, M3 /rowing w/resistance bands, M3 / leg extensions w/ resistance bands, M3 arm side raises w/ resistance bands, M3 / - arm and leg extensions , M3 / diagonal arm swing, M3 / leg raises. Cool down.
If you had asked me fifteen years ago, I would have replied " not enough " cardio or sweat. Well, the bottom line, I can do the above routine. If I walk or jog/walk I'll need to rest my knees every third day at least. My physio guy and the ortho surgeon emphasized " keep the knee moving, when it hurts stop and rest and ice. " Ta Da - I found a way to obey their advice.
While I elliptic ( this is now a verb ) I watch DVDs. My current DVD is " Clash of the Titans " involving the hero, Perseus, the babe, Io and the gods Zeus and Hades. Some of my best lines come from this movie, as in " I'm tired of being grateful for scraps ".
My favs seem to be " the Missouri Breaks ", "the Good Shepherd ", ........................
" Clash " has Liam Neeson as Zeus ( and Hades ? ). There are giant scorpions, Djinn, the kraken, pegasus, the 3 fates and brave warriors. Perseus doesn't get the princess, Andromeda but he does get Io, who is immortal or close to it, and a babe.
M says, " Clash of ... " is right up my alley - swords, killing , noise - its rough when they got you figured out.
I called the trailer park on Fri afternoon and SURPRISE ! talked to our sales lady who was sitting w/ the " new " owners. Saleslady said " consider it sold ".
In the movie " Big Trouble in Little China " w/ Kurt Russell as " Jack Burton ", almost hero, there's a monologue, in which, Jack says " When an 8 ft tall monster puts the back of your favourite head up against a bar room wall and says ' Have you paid your dues ? '. Remember what Jack Burton always says 'Have you paid you dues , Jack . You bet, the cheque is in the mail."
Well, the cheque isn't in the mail ----it comes in 15 days - we'll celebrate then.
Saturday, 7 July 2012
Blows to the Church
Normally, I enjoy seeing the embarassments of the Catholic church. However ,since Katie is leaving TomKat ( their couple name ), the Church of Scientology is in the news again. Actually ,as in the case of the RC church ,its the establishment that causes the problems. I mean defending the undefendable ( the abusers, cheats etc that will populate any group ) is hard work and dirty work.
Heck, even the BoyScouts are getting their knuckles rapped over sex abuse cover-ups.
Who knew what and when, its called "
Applegate " ( here in On, the BS sold apples to raise money ).
Its pouring rain, this AM, clearing out the humidity ( maybe ).
In the Tour de France, yesterday, a massive crash took out 20 -30 riders. The mayhem was such that the annnouncers spent twenty minutes, tracking who was hurt / out of the race or coming back into the race. Canada lost Rider Hesjedahl.
As in past years, we're getting back into the lingo. We become experts for two weeks. We do not take any performance enhancing drugs tho'to watch the race. Maybe, we should. We're old enough to need the help.
Heck, even the BoyScouts are getting their knuckles rapped over sex abuse cover-ups.
Who knew what and when, its called "
Applegate " ( here in On, the BS sold apples to raise money ).
Its pouring rain, this AM, clearing out the humidity ( maybe ).
In the Tour de France, yesterday, a massive crash took out 20 -30 riders. The mayhem was such that the annnouncers spent twenty minutes, tracking who was hurt / out of the race or coming back into the race. Canada lost Rider Hesjedahl.
As in past years, we're getting back into the lingo. We become experts for two weeks. We do not take any performance enhancing drugs tho'to watch the race. Maybe, we should. We're old enough to need the help.
Friday, 6 July 2012
Sins of Omission
On reporting yesterday, I failed to mention that the hot dog eating contests have a ten minute time limit. Last night at the poker table, I mentioned hot dog eating contests. Apparently, these important details should be emphasized. The eaters dip their food in liquid and fluid squirts out of their mouth.
The Canadian winner is a petite lady, she's famous. they often barf after the contest. I'd barf. my first physical reaction to travel sickness is ...... In fact, my first reaction most times that I'm sick or tired is .....
OK to-day. T.O. will set new records for temperature and humidex readings that have stood since 1988. My aunt is visiting from Vancouver , B.C. ( temp on Mon . in B.C.was 14 C ) and as a ex-pat T.O. type she expects the heat and humidity. She hates it.
Our lawn is looking like the high chapparal on cowboy TV. I refuse to water. My thought process is, its grass. The roots live and rebound as fall approaches. The other half thinks I'm nuts. As in , the lawn is terrible looking.
My point, the origin of lawns is the pasture in front of estates , for sheep and cows. Having neither animal, the grass can get a little dry. Its the great cycle of life. The grass is resting. Ave ! nature
The Canadian winner is a petite lady, she's famous. they often barf after the contest. I'd barf. my first physical reaction to travel sickness is ...... In fact, my first reaction most times that I'm sick or tired is .....
OK to-day. T.O. will set new records for temperature and humidex readings that have stood since 1988. My aunt is visiting from Vancouver , B.C. ( temp on Mon . in B.C.was 14 C ) and as a ex-pat T.O. type she expects the heat and humidity. She hates it.
Our lawn is looking like the high chapparal on cowboy TV. I refuse to water. My thought process is, its grass. The roots live and rebound as fall approaches. The other half thinks I'm nuts. As in , the lawn is terrible looking.
My point, the origin of lawns is the pasture in front of estates , for sheep and cows. Having neither animal, the grass can get a little dry. Its the great cycle of life. The grass is resting. Ave ! nature
Thursday, 5 July 2012
Vive la Difference
This blog originates in Canada. The bulk of my readers, heck, my readers, are American. Therefore, I feel obligated to remember to include both cultures.
Here in Can. we celebrate Jul 1. In the U.S. the 4 th is holiday. In Canada, the coney island hot dog winner ate 45. In the U.S. the winner of the hotdog eating contest ate 56. Clearly, a superior nation. We kill off about ten Canadians on the roads during our long week end. In the U.S. approx 160 deaths are recorded on the roads. Superior #s for sure.
Please be aware, I accept no reponsibility for accuracy. The bulk of my info comes via CBC radio overnight. The feeds ( usually, not Canadian ) are Radio Australia, BBC, Deutsche
Vella and Radio Poland. I'm half asleep trying to " listen " myself back to LaLa land.
So, if I get facts wrong, please feel free to correct the blog.
This AM finds us watching the Tour de France.
We know absolutley nothing about bike racing. After 5 days, you'd be surprised at the sophistication of our dialogue here. We know " drafting " and peleton and " yellow jersey "and King of the mountain.
Here in Can. we celebrate Jul 1. In the U.S. the 4 th is holiday. In Canada, the coney island hot dog winner ate 45. In the U.S. the winner of the hotdog eating contest ate 56. Clearly, a superior nation. We kill off about ten Canadians on the roads during our long week end. In the U.S. approx 160 deaths are recorded on the roads. Superior #s for sure.
Please be aware, I accept no reponsibility for accuracy. The bulk of my info comes via CBC radio overnight. The feeds ( usually, not Canadian ) are Radio Australia, BBC, Deutsche
Vella and Radio Poland. I'm half asleep trying to " listen " myself back to LaLa land.
So, if I get facts wrong, please feel free to correct the blog.
This AM finds us watching the Tour de France.
We know absolutley nothing about bike racing. After 5 days, you'd be surprised at the sophistication of our dialogue here. We know " drafting " and peleton and " yellow jersey "and King of the mountain.
Wednesday, 4 July 2012
Drive a Lexus
Here in On, it is against the law to drive and use a cell phone ( exc. hands free ). I watched a guy in a Lexus do a one hand left turn and he used the two lanes to complete the turn. Apparently, a Lexus has a wide turn ratio.
That beat the dickens out of the young girl who barely made the left lane she was turning into and had to brake to miss the curb on the right.
This day is humid and very warm. Sultry is not to-day. This is mean and vicious. Unfair etc.
Well, I have a confession. We were closet trailer owners. Yes, we had / have a trailer. We bought the 44 footer about 4 years ago. We've been trying to sell for three. Hopefully the white elephant will be off our hands come fri. PLEASE. The outfit that runs the trailer park, is a multi armed leviathan. Talk about the right hand doesn't know about the left. I'm not sure the right knows waht the right is doing.
It was a flyer buying the thing, an experiment.A lousy experiment.
You are expected to make a similar confession. Its good for the soul.
OK. --- Confess.
That beat the dickens out of the young girl who barely made the left lane she was turning into and had to brake to miss the curb on the right.
This day is humid and very warm. Sultry is not to-day. This is mean and vicious. Unfair etc.
Well, I have a confession. We were closet trailer owners. Yes, we had / have a trailer. We bought the 44 footer about 4 years ago. We've been trying to sell for three. Hopefully the white elephant will be off our hands come fri. PLEASE. The outfit that runs the trailer park, is a multi armed leviathan. Talk about the right hand doesn't know about the left. I'm not sure the right knows waht the right is doing.
It was a flyer buying the thing, an experiment.A lousy experiment.
You are expected to make a similar confession. Its good for the soul.
OK. --- Confess.
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