Good morning folks.
Tomorrow is Canada Day. I hope that everyone has their plans made and is ready to go.
E-ve is on a bus headed for the nation’s capital where Canada Day is always amazing. Have a great time, xoxo.
And then the day after that Jake and Mrs. Jake are headed to the east coast for family time. Safe travels and enjoy your time!
As for me here in Toronto, it’s looking like a Blue Jays matinee and post game fireworks display.
I’m sitting here at work working on coffee number 2, one from Starbucks and one from Tim Hortons. They were both purchased at the same time so the one I’m working on now is getting pretty cold.
Started reading the Superman/ Batman book on the way to work this morning. The only thing that’s hard so far is trying to make sense out of Bizzaro Superman #1 and Batzarro. Those guys are making my brain go crazy.
Remember that “song” Don’t Forget To Wear Sunscreen? It’s on the iTunes radio right now. I can’t remember the last time I heard it.
And now that I’ve heard it I’m reminded of valedictorian’s addresses from the past and Dr. Seuss’ Oh The Places You’ll Go. Great book.
We popped onto the MySpace blog quickly yesterday to ask what you dream about. Comment here, comment there or log on to Twitter and tell us you what you dream about. (end tweets with #idream and we’ll RT)
Side note: I dream of baseball and playing catch on a big league field, even at a fantasy camp somewhere. #idream
I think that might be it for today. I know there’s not a whole lot of explanation for a lot of thoughts today, but use your imagination.
If you’re one of those Tuesday only readers, see you next Tuesday.
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Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Monday, June 29, 2009
Monday Morning Musings, Between Parties Edition
Happy Monday and good morning people of the world wide web.
It is post Pride, pre Canada Day Monday. And in the end all it really comes down to is a party clean up day for some and a party planning day for others. If anyone is having a party, let us know. Everyone loves a party.
Sad to report, as many others have reported, that Toronto will not be hosting any fireworks for Canada Day. The city workers strike has forced the city to cut the display. I’d invite Torontonians to jump on the GO Train and head east or west to see some fireworks in other lakeshore cities.
Big love to E-ve and hopes for a great shift at the restaurant today. Smile big and flirt for tips.
Side note: E-ve got to drive the riding lawn mower for the very first time at Mommy Z’s party and was pretty excited to do so. I’m sorry I wasn’t able to grab a picture.
Friends of ours have a website launched to support their business. Check it out at www.ittakesmorethanwords.com they do wedding, reception, party and even proposal planning. They are also on Twitter @morethanwordspr. They tell me that they are going to try to be funny and informative. Good luck to them.
Stopped at the used book store on the way home from work yesterday and ended up going home with 2 new comics and a DVD. The comics are Batman: False Faces and Superman/Batman: Vengeance, I’m almost done False Faces and I’m liking it. There’s a Wonder Woman story in there too which was cool for me because I’d never read a Wonder Woman comic before other than full Justice League stuff. The DVD was Superman: Doomsday, which is a fun watch, and I watched it last night along with a bunch of the special features.
Side note: The voice of Superman belongs to Adam Baldwin (aka Agent John Casey from Chuck) and that made me geek out a little.
Side note II: The Green Lantern movie comes out in less than a month!
The weather folks in Toronto are calling for rain at some point of every day for the next 5 days or so. It’s sunny right now, but I’m not betting on the fact that it’s going to stay that way.
Baseball gets back to normal this week as Interleague play has finished. The Blue Jays didn’t fair all too well against the teams from the senior circuit, so maybe getting back to facing the American League is a good thing.
There’s still a lot of day ahead of us here, so we should probably get to work.
Have a good one mes amis.
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It is post Pride, pre Canada Day Monday. And in the end all it really comes down to is a party clean up day for some and a party planning day for others. If anyone is having a party, let us know. Everyone loves a party.
Sad to report, as many others have reported, that Toronto will not be hosting any fireworks for Canada Day. The city workers strike has forced the city to cut the display. I’d invite Torontonians to jump on the GO Train and head east or west to see some fireworks in other lakeshore cities.
Big love to E-ve and hopes for a great shift at the restaurant today. Smile big and flirt for tips.
Side note: E-ve got to drive the riding lawn mower for the very first time at Mommy Z’s party and was pretty excited to do so. I’m sorry I wasn’t able to grab a picture.
Friends of ours have a website launched to support their business. Check it out at www.ittakesmorethanwords.com they do wedding, reception, party and even proposal planning. They are also on Twitter @morethanwordspr. They tell me that they are going to try to be funny and informative. Good luck to them.
Stopped at the used book store on the way home from work yesterday and ended up going home with 2 new comics and a DVD. The comics are Batman: False Faces and Superman/Batman: Vengeance, I’m almost done False Faces and I’m liking it. There’s a Wonder Woman story in there too which was cool for me because I’d never read a Wonder Woman comic before other than full Justice League stuff. The DVD was Superman: Doomsday, which is a fun watch, and I watched it last night along with a bunch of the special features.
Side note: The voice of Superman belongs to Adam Baldwin (aka Agent John Casey from Chuck) and that made me geek out a little.
Side note II: The Green Lantern movie comes out in less than a month!
The weather folks in Toronto are calling for rain at some point of every day for the next 5 days or so. It’s sunny right now, but I’m not betting on the fact that it’s going to stay that way.
Baseball gets back to normal this week as Interleague play has finished. The Blue Jays didn’t fair all too well against the teams from the senior circuit, so maybe getting back to facing the American League is a good thing.
There’s still a lot of day ahead of us here, so we should probably get to work.
Have a good one mes amis.
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Sunday, June 28, 2009
Sunday Morning Musings, Happy Pride!
Good morning everyone.
There is so much to talk about today since we skipped yesterday.
1. Today is the Toronto Pride Parade! And even though there is rain, this parade and the parties that come with it will not be stopped.
2. Mommy Z’s party was awesome and everyone had a great time.
3. Thanks to everyone that came to the party or sent best wishes to Mommy Z.
4. I also had a great time doing some real fishing for real Bass after playing the iPhone fishing game. Sad news though as one fish may not have long left to swim after he swallowed almost my entire hook.
5. Thank you to E-ve for helping set up and clean up this weekend.
Thumbs down to the Blue Jays after losing 10-0 yesterday to the Phillies. But a huge WOW to Jayson Werth after he landed a shot in the 5th deck in left field.
Get well soon wishes to littlest brother Z, who is actually the tallest, as he spent some time in the Port Perry hospital yesterday in the afternoon. Thanks to the staff for taking care of him and getting him back home safe. Looks like he suffered a concussion and some scrapes and bruises after a motocross mishap.
Pretty awesome thing I learned on Twitter today. If you search “Pride Toronto” in the Google search bar the bar up top turns into the rainbow flag.
I’m itching to watch a Jays game on TV, listen to music, eat lunch, see E-ve, plan a maybe trip to Ottawa for Canada Day, etc.
The Canada Day thing is going to come down to cash flow, as everything usually does, and would be a short trip, but it’s very tempting.
E-ve and I got to take a nice drive through the home town yesterday. The sun was shining, the yard sales were up and running and the only time we came close to an accident was when the chick cop was over the yellow line and I had to move a little closer to the curb than I should have.
Congratulations to Aaron Hill who just hit his 18th home run of the year breaking Roberto Alomar’s single season Blue Jay record for second basemen.
Side note: My legs hurt, my back hurts and I have no idea why? Paddle boating maybe? Lifting table and such without bending my knees perhaps?
Saw the Kings of Leon on an SNL rerun last night and now have their music stuck in my head. I’m not complaining, I like their music it’s a compliment I guess.
I think that’s all for now.
Happy Pride!
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There is so much to talk about today since we skipped yesterday.
1. Today is the Toronto Pride Parade! And even though there is rain, this parade and the parties that come with it will not be stopped.
2. Mommy Z’s party was awesome and everyone had a great time.
3. Thanks to everyone that came to the party or sent best wishes to Mommy Z.
4. I also had a great time doing some real fishing for real Bass after playing the iPhone fishing game. Sad news though as one fish may not have long left to swim after he swallowed almost my entire hook.
5. Thank you to E-ve for helping set up and clean up this weekend.
Thumbs down to the Blue Jays after losing 10-0 yesterday to the Phillies. But a huge WOW to Jayson Werth after he landed a shot in the 5th deck in left field.
Get well soon wishes to littlest brother Z, who is actually the tallest, as he spent some time in the Port Perry hospital yesterday in the afternoon. Thanks to the staff for taking care of him and getting him back home safe. Looks like he suffered a concussion and some scrapes and bruises after a motocross mishap.
Pretty awesome thing I learned on Twitter today. If you search “Pride Toronto” in the Google search bar the bar up top turns into the rainbow flag.
I’m itching to watch a Jays game on TV, listen to music, eat lunch, see E-ve, plan a maybe trip to Ottawa for Canada Day, etc.
The Canada Day thing is going to come down to cash flow, as everything usually does, and would be a short trip, but it’s very tempting.
E-ve and I got to take a nice drive through the home town yesterday. The sun was shining, the yard sales were up and running and the only time we came close to an accident was when the chick cop was over the yellow line and I had to move a little closer to the curb than I should have.
Congratulations to Aaron Hill who just hit his 18th home run of the year breaking Roberto Alomar’s single season Blue Jay record for second basemen.
Side note: My legs hurt, my back hurts and I have no idea why? Paddle boating maybe? Lifting table and such without bending my knees perhaps?
Saw the Kings of Leon on an SNL rerun last night and now have their music stuck in my head. I’m not complaining, I like their music it’s a compliment I guess.
I think that’s all for now.
Happy Pride!
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Friday, June 26, 2009
Friday Morning Musings, We'll Miss You Michael Edition
Good morning everyone and happy Friday!
Tonight is Mommy Z's party and we're already on our way. Thanks to the GO transit system for taking us as far as it will and thanks to Mommy Z for picking us up where it stops.
E-ve is meeting me on the train and the little brother is meeting us at the bus. It's a family day 4 months after the provincial holiday of the same name.
Huge thanks to E-ve for putting the play list together for tonight.
From what I hear everyone enjoyed themselves at Romeo's birthday party the other night. And there was less nudity than anyone expected. I also hear that there were some awesome bacon and banana treats delivered to the birthday boy. He's a lucky guy.
We're taking a moment today to say good-bye to entertainment legends Michael Jackson and Farrah Fawcett. They were both huge stars and we pass on condolences to family, friends and fans.
Also, in the style of Stephen Colbert, a wag of the finger to whomever was responsible for the rumours of the passing of both Jeff Goldblum and Harrison Ford. Shame on you.
Dissapointing loss for the Blue Jays last night as they weren't able to finish the sweep of the Reds. Congrats to hometown boy Joey Votto though as he showed why he's a world class player and fan favourite in Cincy.
Watched more HIMYM season 1 last night. The show really is top notch.
The NBA draft went last night in NYC and the Raptors had the ninth overall pick. It went something like this:
David Stern: With the ninth selection in the 2009 NBA draft the Toronto Rators select DeMar DeRozan from the University of Southern California.
DeRozan is a long, athletic dude with a ton of potential. He's a swing man that can guard 3 positions and has a reported 39 inch vertical leap. It's also his legend that he first dunked a basketball on a 10 foot rim in the 6th grade. Be ready Raptors fans, Triano and Colangelo like this guy and it looks like he's going to get some minutes.
The NHL Entry Draft goes tonight with all sorts of speculation as to what may happen with trades and picks. Tavares and Hedman are still expected to go first and second, but the order has yet to be confirmed.
There's a dad and daughter behind me talking about The Jonas Brothers and Hannah Montana/ Miley Cyrus. It's adorable.
We're now moving east on the GO tracks and soon E-ve will be with me.
We'll call it a day from here.
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Tonight is Mommy Z's party and we're already on our way. Thanks to the GO transit system for taking us as far as it will and thanks to Mommy Z for picking us up where it stops.
E-ve is meeting me on the train and the little brother is meeting us at the bus. It's a family day 4 months after the provincial holiday of the same name.
Huge thanks to E-ve for putting the play list together for tonight.
From what I hear everyone enjoyed themselves at Romeo's birthday party the other night. And there was less nudity than anyone expected. I also hear that there were some awesome bacon and banana treats delivered to the birthday boy. He's a lucky guy.
We're taking a moment today to say good-bye to entertainment legends Michael Jackson and Farrah Fawcett. They were both huge stars and we pass on condolences to family, friends and fans.
Also, in the style of Stephen Colbert, a wag of the finger to whomever was responsible for the rumours of the passing of both Jeff Goldblum and Harrison Ford. Shame on you.
Dissapointing loss for the Blue Jays last night as they weren't able to finish the sweep of the Reds. Congrats to hometown boy Joey Votto though as he showed why he's a world class player and fan favourite in Cincy.
Watched more HIMYM season 1 last night. The show really is top notch.
The NBA draft went last night in NYC and the Raptors had the ninth overall pick. It went something like this:
David Stern: With the ninth selection in the 2009 NBA draft the Toronto Rators select DeMar DeRozan from the University of Southern California.
DeRozan is a long, athletic dude with a ton of potential. He's a swing man that can guard 3 positions and has a reported 39 inch vertical leap. It's also his legend that he first dunked a basketball on a 10 foot rim in the 6th grade. Be ready Raptors fans, Triano and Colangelo like this guy and it looks like he's going to get some minutes.
The NHL Entry Draft goes tonight with all sorts of speculation as to what may happen with trades and picks. Tavares and Hedman are still expected to go first and second, but the order has yet to be confirmed.
There's a dad and daughter behind me talking about The Jonas Brothers and Hannah Montana/ Miley Cyrus. It's adorable.
We're now moving east on the GO tracks and soon E-ve will be with me.
We'll call it a day from here.
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Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Wednesday Morning Musings, No Booze Strike Yet Edition
Happy Hump Day everyone.
Wednesday is here, day 3 of the City of Toronto strike meaning no garbage pick-up. But, on the bright side, the LCBO employees have opted not to strike as long as contract talks continue to progress in good faith.
Yesterday in Ontario over $17 million worth of alcohol was sold. Reports show that a regular busy day in June would usually pull in around $7 million. That’s a whole lot of booze people. I think that everyone should thank their local pub and bar owner for stocking up just in case the strike went down so that you wouldn’t have to be without a rye and Coke.
Speaking of rye and Coke. Today is the day. Romeo’s birthday has reached us and that means he will be birthday drunk. If you’ve never experienced birthday drunk and you’re in Ottawa tonight, take a walk down Queen Street and listen for the sounds of party.
Happy birthday buddy. I wish you many bananas and much bacon.
Hopeful feelings of E-ve getting better are going out strong this morning. The weather is not helping with current conditions.
The Blue Jays had a big win last night against hometown boy Joey Votto and the Reds. It was a good thing that we built an early lead as the bullpen didn’t exactly inspire confidence in the fans with their effort.
I’m getting hungry and it bothers me. I used to be able to sit here and not need or even want to eat until late in the afternoon, and now I feel like a 17 year old again wanting to eat all the time. Not cool body, not cool.
There are some big paving and cement pouring pieces of equipment in front of the store right now and the country kid in me really wants to jump in the driver seat to see what it can do.
Yesterday the Hockey Hall of Fame announced its’ induction class. Steve Yzerman, Brett Hull, Luc Robitaille and Brian Leetch will join the many legends of the game after long successful careers.
Time to go folks. There is work to be done and food to be eaten. Later days.
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Wednesday is here, day 3 of the City of Toronto strike meaning no garbage pick-up. But, on the bright side, the LCBO employees have opted not to strike as long as contract talks continue to progress in good faith.
Yesterday in Ontario over $17 million worth of alcohol was sold. Reports show that a regular busy day in June would usually pull in around $7 million. That’s a whole lot of booze people. I think that everyone should thank their local pub and bar owner for stocking up just in case the strike went down so that you wouldn’t have to be without a rye and Coke.
Speaking of rye and Coke. Today is the day. Romeo’s birthday has reached us and that means he will be birthday drunk. If you’ve never experienced birthday drunk and you’re in Ottawa tonight, take a walk down Queen Street and listen for the sounds of party.
Happy birthday buddy. I wish you many bananas and much bacon.
Hopeful feelings of E-ve getting better are going out strong this morning. The weather is not helping with current conditions.
The Blue Jays had a big win last night against hometown boy Joey Votto and the Reds. It was a good thing that we built an early lead as the bullpen didn’t exactly inspire confidence in the fans with their effort.
I’m getting hungry and it bothers me. I used to be able to sit here and not need or even want to eat until late in the afternoon, and now I feel like a 17 year old again wanting to eat all the time. Not cool body, not cool.
There are some big paving and cement pouring pieces of equipment in front of the store right now and the country kid in me really wants to jump in the driver seat to see what it can do.
Yesterday the Hockey Hall of Fame announced its’ induction class. Steve Yzerman, Brett Hull, Luc Robitaille and Brian Leetch will join the many legends of the game after long successful careers.
Time to go folks. There is work to be done and food to be eaten. Later days.
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Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Tuesday Morning Musings, Time To Stock Up Edition
Good morning friends of Tuesday.
It’s strike day 2 in Toronto, but maybe even more important is the prospect of the LCBO employees going on strike. This is a very scary idea for a lot of people. First of all the bars need to be stocked and ready to go for Romeo’s party tomorrow night. Secondly, Mommy Z’s party is Friday and the word dry has no place anywhere near that party.
Because it is Tuesday there will be new movies available on TMN On Demand tonight when I get home from work. I’m not sure if they’ll be good, or if I’ll watch any of them. But the new content will be there none the less.
Thank you tons to E-ve for putting together the play list for Mommy Z’s party. It’s equipment check time tonight so I know if we need anything for Friday and then we’re ready to go!
Tonight is the night for Transformers fans to rival fans of all the other huge summer blockbusters. There will be midnight showings all over the place. One of the guys here has his IMAX ticket ready and jealous I am.
The Blue Jays are back in action tonight as the Cincinnati Reds are in town for more interleague play. I can only hope that taking the pitcher out of the friggin batting line-up can help us score some more runs and win some games. We aren’t out of this thing yet, but we can’t be giving up ground at this time of year.
We started talking about movies that are great when they’re on TV but that you may not ever own on DVD. (unless you’re Jake) The conversation and list started with Walking Tall (the one w/ The Rock) others that come to mind, other ones suggested were The Replacements (which I may in fact buy one of these days) and Josie and the Pussycats (but I do own that one). What movies are you too ashamed to own, but will make time for on TV?
I watched more HIMYM season 1 last night. The Slutty Pumpkin and The Pineapple Incident included. And I still, after all this time, want to know where that pineapple came from!
There may be more Chuck watched today, it’s hard to say. There has been a discussion regarding what to watch and it’s on a pretty long list right now.
Side note: I love rock along with my country.
I think that’s all for today. Time to post, discuss viewing options and maybe start to think about lunch.
Have a great day everyone and if you’re not back sooner, see you next Tuesday.
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It’s strike day 2 in Toronto, but maybe even more important is the prospect of the LCBO employees going on strike. This is a very scary idea for a lot of people. First of all the bars need to be stocked and ready to go for Romeo’s party tomorrow night. Secondly, Mommy Z’s party is Friday and the word dry has no place anywhere near that party.
Because it is Tuesday there will be new movies available on TMN On Demand tonight when I get home from work. I’m not sure if they’ll be good, or if I’ll watch any of them. But the new content will be there none the less.
Thank you tons to E-ve for putting together the play list for Mommy Z’s party. It’s equipment check time tonight so I know if we need anything for Friday and then we’re ready to go!
Tonight is the night for Transformers fans to rival fans of all the other huge summer blockbusters. There will be midnight showings all over the place. One of the guys here has his IMAX ticket ready and jealous I am.
The Blue Jays are back in action tonight as the Cincinnati Reds are in town for more interleague play. I can only hope that taking the pitcher out of the friggin batting line-up can help us score some more runs and win some games. We aren’t out of this thing yet, but we can’t be giving up ground at this time of year.
We started talking about movies that are great when they’re on TV but that you may not ever own on DVD. (unless you’re Jake) The conversation and list started with Walking Tall (the one w/ The Rock) others that come to mind, other ones suggested were The Replacements (which I may in fact buy one of these days) and Josie and the Pussycats (but I do own that one). What movies are you too ashamed to own, but will make time for on TV?
I watched more HIMYM season 1 last night. The Slutty Pumpkin and The Pineapple Incident included. And I still, after all this time, want to know where that pineapple came from!
There may be more Chuck watched today, it’s hard to say. There has been a discussion regarding what to watch and it’s on a pretty long list right now.
Side note: I love rock along with my country.
I think that’s all for today. Time to post, discuss viewing options and maybe start to think about lunch.
Have a great day everyone and if you’re not back sooner, see you next Tuesday.
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Monday, June 22, 2009
Monday Morning Musings, Summer Strike Edition
Good morning Monday readers.
I hope that everyone had a good weekend.
I’m starting to see countdowns pop up with regards to Romeo’s birthday. It’s a scary and wondrous thing.
Wake up calls seemed to come early this morning. But, everyone got to work on time and has started their day whether they like it or not.
The plan here today is to write now and Chuck as soon as we’re done. I’ve got episode 3 all set up and ready to go and am rather excited about it.
Watched the MMVA’s last night and it wasn’t a bad way to waste a couple of hours on a Sunday night. I had no other plans, and there wasn’t really anything else on TV that intrigued me. There seem to be a few videos on YouTube of the event. Find them if you wish.
I’ve been spending a bunch of time playing the fishing game on the new iPhone.
I ended up eating a pint of iced cream for dinner last night. Went back to the If I Had 1,000,000 Flavors, it didn’t disappoint.
So, I’m rereading another Batman series right now on the way to and from work and yesterday I had 2 dudes start up conversations about it. The first guy asked for a smoke and was then smart enough to know that even though the title was Batman it was Azrael on the cover. The second guy was drunk and still drinking a tall boy of Keiths on the bus and sat down next to me. He told me that someday he was going to be just like Batman someday and kick crime in the ass. He then sat silently, thinking it seems, before adding that “Hush” was a great Batman series. I told him he was right and then got off of the bus so that I could buy my iced cream.
It’s official, the city of Toronto inside and outside workers have gone on strike. So now the city run daycare’s are closed and there will be no garbage pick up. It’s hot outside and it’s going to be muggy and humid and that means that if the strike lasts long there is going to be a bad stink over the city of Toronto. We only hope that the city and the workers can come to an agreement that works for everyone.
Toronto Pride is in full swing now as today the rainbow flag will be raised at city hall. It’s a pretty awesome world when the largest city in the country will hoist the flag and celebrate the things that bring us all together and make us all one society.
I think we’ll end on that cheery note.
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I hope that everyone had a good weekend.
I’m starting to see countdowns pop up with regards to Romeo’s birthday. It’s a scary and wondrous thing.
Wake up calls seemed to come early this morning. But, everyone got to work on time and has started their day whether they like it or not.
The plan here today is to write now and Chuck as soon as we’re done. I’ve got episode 3 all set up and ready to go and am rather excited about it.
Watched the MMVA’s last night and it wasn’t a bad way to waste a couple of hours on a Sunday night. I had no other plans, and there wasn’t really anything else on TV that intrigued me. There seem to be a few videos on YouTube of the event. Find them if you wish.
I’ve been spending a bunch of time playing the fishing game on the new iPhone.
I ended up eating a pint of iced cream for dinner last night. Went back to the If I Had 1,000,000 Flavors, it didn’t disappoint.
So, I’m rereading another Batman series right now on the way to and from work and yesterday I had 2 dudes start up conversations about it. The first guy asked for a smoke and was then smart enough to know that even though the title was Batman it was Azrael on the cover. The second guy was drunk and still drinking a tall boy of Keiths on the bus and sat down next to me. He told me that someday he was going to be just like Batman someday and kick crime in the ass. He then sat silently, thinking it seems, before adding that “Hush” was a great Batman series. I told him he was right and then got off of the bus so that I could buy my iced cream.
It’s official, the city of Toronto inside and outside workers have gone on strike. So now the city run daycare’s are closed and there will be no garbage pick up. It’s hot outside and it’s going to be muggy and humid and that means that if the strike lasts long there is going to be a bad stink over the city of Toronto. We only hope that the city and the workers can come to an agreement that works for everyone.
Toronto Pride is in full swing now as today the rainbow flag will be raised at city hall. It’s a pretty awesome world when the largest city in the country will hoist the flag and celebrate the things that bring us all together and make us all one society.
I think we’ll end on that cheery note.
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Sunday, June 21, 2009
Sunday Morning Musings, Thank You Fathers Edition
Hey there people.
It’s Sunday, Father’s Day, and it’s bright and sunny outside.
I’ve already called both father official father figures to wish them a happy day. It felt nice to talk to both.
Stopped and got a book as a present for one of them yesterday after work. I made a joke about getting Twilight for him instead. One girl at the counter got the joke, the other one didn’t. Oh well, that’s the way it goes.
Big thanks to E-ve for inadvertently giving me the gift idea.
I do apologize for not writing earlier today. I was going to, I really was. But, then I realized that I had Chuck season 1 on the computer here at the store and had to watch the pilot episode. It sucked me in all over again, I loved it, and now can’t wait to watch the rest of the season, and then probably season 2 as I wait for season 3 to come to prime time in the fall.
I’m disappointed in both myself and the Blue Jays as they lost another extra innings game against the Nationals last night. That makes two in a row and brings the Nationals season record in extra innings games to 2 wins and 8 loses. The good guys had better win today. At last check they were ahead 4-0 in the first inning.
There’s a new burger place down the street from the store. They opened their doors in the last few days and look like they are bringing customers in pretty well. I’ve been twice. Mostly for research of course. The place is called South St. Burger, owned by New York Fries. It’s good, tastes more like homemade than a place like McD’s, but I’m not sure it’s worth the price.
I am now on day 3 of my 6 days in a row before 3 days off. So far I feel alright. There was a lot of sleeping yesterday after work and I expect that there may be more again tonight.
The plan is to eat some more Breton whole wheat crackers and herb and garlic cream cheese and then just melt into the bed.
Happy Father’s Day to every dad out there. Thank you for everything that you have done to help raise my generation and point us in the right direction moving forward.
I think we’re gonna call it a day here folks and watch some more Chuck before home time.
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It’s Sunday, Father’s Day, and it’s bright and sunny outside.
I’ve already called both father official father figures to wish them a happy day. It felt nice to talk to both.
Stopped and got a book as a present for one of them yesterday after work. I made a joke about getting Twilight for him instead. One girl at the counter got the joke, the other one didn’t. Oh well, that’s the way it goes.
Big thanks to E-ve for inadvertently giving me the gift idea.
I do apologize for not writing earlier today. I was going to, I really was. But, then I realized that I had Chuck season 1 on the computer here at the store and had to watch the pilot episode. It sucked me in all over again, I loved it, and now can’t wait to watch the rest of the season, and then probably season 2 as I wait for season 3 to come to prime time in the fall.
I’m disappointed in both myself and the Blue Jays as they lost another extra innings game against the Nationals last night. That makes two in a row and brings the Nationals season record in extra innings games to 2 wins and 8 loses. The good guys had better win today. At last check they were ahead 4-0 in the first inning.
There’s a new burger place down the street from the store. They opened their doors in the last few days and look like they are bringing customers in pretty well. I’ve been twice. Mostly for research of course. The place is called South St. Burger, owned by New York Fries. It’s good, tastes more like homemade than a place like McD’s, but I’m not sure it’s worth the price.
I am now on day 3 of my 6 days in a row before 3 days off. So far I feel alright. There was a lot of sleeping yesterday after work and I expect that there may be more again tonight.
The plan is to eat some more Breton whole wheat crackers and herb and garlic cream cheese and then just melt into the bed.
Happy Father’s Day to every dad out there. Thank you for everything that you have done to help raise my generation and point us in the right direction moving forward.
I think we’re gonna call it a day here folks and watch some more Chuck before home time.
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Saturday, June 20, 2009
Saturday Morning Musings, Worky Worky Edition
Good morning ladies and gentlemen.
I hope that everyone is enjoying their Saturday thus far.
It’s a rainy day in Pizzaville… However, they say that it’s going to get nice and sunny and warm over the next few days with humidity rising and temps that feel close to 30 degrees Celsius.
Work so far has moved along well so far today and fingers are crossed that things continue the same way.
Good luck to everyone else that has to work today and tonight.
It’s Saturday night and a lot of you go out to eat on the weekend, and when you do, please be nice to your hostess and server and bartenders. Thank you.
The Blue Jays lost a heart breaker last night, and I’m a little worried that I had something to do with it. Yesterday I said it should be a walk in the park against the Washington Nationals as they have the worst record in baseball. But the managed to win their first extra innings game of the season. Son of a gun!
I got to play the Flick Fishing game on the new iPhone 3Gs, fun times. Highly recommended download from the AppStore.
Tomorrow is Father’s Day, there are calls to make, kind words to say and memories to put smiles on faces. Remember the good times.
There’s a great country song right now by an artist named Billy Currington (duet partner to Shania Twain on the country cut of Party For Two) called People Are Crazy. Usually I’m not much for songs that use God as a character as they either make me cry or make me angry. But this one walks a fine line and makes me smile. The hook goes something like this (ok, exactly like this) “God is great, beer is good, and people are crazy”
If you’re a country music fan you’ve probably already heard it. If you’re not especially a fan of the country, but aren’t one of those haters, it’s worth a listen.
I watched an episode of Law & Order: UK the other night. I wasn’t even aware that there was such a thing. It wasn’t bad, but hopefully its’ greatness is ahead of it and not behind it.
Positive wishes of feeling better to E-ve. I hope that coffee and breakfast and maybe a nap help before working.
Romeo reminded me yesterday that his birthday is coming soon. I reminded him that I have been warning people. We laughed. And with that, here are the new warnings. There will be a mess, be careful and as much as you may want to dress nicely for the occasion, I’m not sure I endorse the idea. Also, he will be loud and obnoxious in a mostly lovable way. Hug him and kiss him and do whatever you’d like it is his birthday after all. Don’t buy him any shots with designed to make someone’s mouth burn. It will end badly and everyone will blame you, including the bar staff. Most of all, have fun!
Congrats to Mrs. Jake for earning herself a Black Belt last night. We’re all proud of her accomplishment!
Twitter told us last night that it was Cabral “Cabbie” Richards’ birthday. Here’s hoping that it was a good one.
I think that’s all for now, I’m sure that there are things to do around here.
Bon weekend!
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I hope that everyone is enjoying their Saturday thus far.
It’s a rainy day in Pizzaville… However, they say that it’s going to get nice and sunny and warm over the next few days with humidity rising and temps that feel close to 30 degrees Celsius.
Work so far has moved along well so far today and fingers are crossed that things continue the same way.
Good luck to everyone else that has to work today and tonight.
It’s Saturday night and a lot of you go out to eat on the weekend, and when you do, please be nice to your hostess and server and bartenders. Thank you.
The Blue Jays lost a heart breaker last night, and I’m a little worried that I had something to do with it. Yesterday I said it should be a walk in the park against the Washington Nationals as they have the worst record in baseball. But the managed to win their first extra innings game of the season. Son of a gun!
I got to play the Flick Fishing game on the new iPhone 3Gs, fun times. Highly recommended download from the AppStore.
Tomorrow is Father’s Day, there are calls to make, kind words to say and memories to put smiles on faces. Remember the good times.
There’s a great country song right now by an artist named Billy Currington (duet partner to Shania Twain on the country cut of Party For Two) called People Are Crazy. Usually I’m not much for songs that use God as a character as they either make me cry or make me angry. But this one walks a fine line and makes me smile. The hook goes something like this (ok, exactly like this) “God is great, beer is good, and people are crazy”
If you’re a country music fan you’ve probably already heard it. If you’re not especially a fan of the country, but aren’t one of those haters, it’s worth a listen.
I watched an episode of Law & Order: UK the other night. I wasn’t even aware that there was such a thing. It wasn’t bad, but hopefully its’ greatness is ahead of it and not behind it.
Positive wishes of feeling better to E-ve. I hope that coffee and breakfast and maybe a nap help before working.
Romeo reminded me yesterday that his birthday is coming soon. I reminded him that I have been warning people. We laughed. And with that, here are the new warnings. There will be a mess, be careful and as much as you may want to dress nicely for the occasion, I’m not sure I endorse the idea. Also, he will be loud and obnoxious in a mostly lovable way. Hug him and kiss him and do whatever you’d like it is his birthday after all. Don’t buy him any shots with designed to make someone’s mouth burn. It will end badly and everyone will blame you, including the bar staff. Most of all, have fun!
Congrats to Mrs. Jake for earning herself a Black Belt last night. We’re all proud of her accomplishment!
Twitter told us last night that it was Cabral “Cabbie” Richards’ birthday. Here’s hoping that it was a good one.
I think that’s all for now, I’m sure that there are things to do around here.
Bon weekend!
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Friday, June 19, 2009
Friday Morning Musings, End Of The Day Edition
Good evening everyone.
I apologize for the late entry, but it was a long day off at work. It seems my body was geared up for 2 days off and now my head and my legs are begging for a break.
I learned today that there are some patient and decent people left in the world. To them I say thank you.
To E-ve I say feel better and I love you.
On the way home now, tres hungry and thinking of potato salad and pasta salad and homemade chicken strips with corn flake batter. Mmm.
The Blue Jays are taking on the lowly Washington Nationals this weekend in a series that used to be a rivalry. But since the Expos moved to DC it really has very little impact.
Side note: I debated calling the Nats lowly for fear that karma would cost the good guys a few wins, but they are terrible so I might as well risk it.
Sad to say that we didn't win one of the iPhone 3GS models from Intomobile. Good on them though for being at the top of the game.
I had my first Ice Cap at Tim Hortons today. My first of the year that is. It was cold and pretty good. But it will not replace my morning X-Large black, 2 sugars.
In the beginning was the word.
I don't understand girls jeans that have front pockets that are shaped like back pockets. If someone can explain it me send a tweet to @wallyzblogger
After last week's false alarm I'll remind everyone that this Sunday is Father's Day. To the dads out there, thank you and we love you.
In apartment hunting news, a new hunt is on. The new target is a nicer bachelor apartment or a cheap one bedroom. Less clutter and more general niceness are the key goals. Wish us luck.
I think that's all for today. Be back tomorrow.
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I apologize for the late entry, but it was a long day off at work. It seems my body was geared up for 2 days off and now my head and my legs are begging for a break.
I learned today that there are some patient and decent people left in the world. To them I say thank you.
To E-ve I say feel better and I love you.
On the way home now, tres hungry and thinking of potato salad and pasta salad and homemade chicken strips with corn flake batter. Mmm.
The Blue Jays are taking on the lowly Washington Nationals this weekend in a series that used to be a rivalry. But since the Expos moved to DC it really has very little impact.
Side note: I debated calling the Nats lowly for fear that karma would cost the good guys a few wins, but they are terrible so I might as well risk it.
Sad to say that we didn't win one of the iPhone 3GS models from Intomobile. Good on them though for being at the top of the game.
I had my first Ice Cap at Tim Hortons today. My first of the year that is. It was cold and pretty good. But it will not replace my morning X-Large black, 2 sugars.
In the beginning was the word.
I don't understand girls jeans that have front pockets that are shaped like back pockets. If someone can explain it me send a tweet to @wallyzblogger
After last week's false alarm I'll remind everyone that this Sunday is Father's Day. To the dads out there, thank you and we love you.
In apartment hunting news, a new hunt is on. The new target is a nicer bachelor apartment or a cheap one bedroom. Less clutter and more general niceness are the key goals. Wish us luck.
I think that's all for today. Be back tomorrow.
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Thursday, June 18, 2009
Thursday Morning Musings, Staying In Bed Edition
Good morning folks.
It's a day off edition, and it looks like the only one of it's kind this week.
There wasn't much sleep to be had last night. I'm not sure why, that's just the way it goes sometimes I suppose.
On the plus side I was able to watch A Knight's Tale on TV in the middle of the night. I lurve that movie, we used to watch it a lot in college along with 10 Things I Hate About You.
The Jays got a big win last night and play again this aft in Philly. Fingers crossed for another victory.
Bad news for Blue Jays fans as Roy Halladay has been placed on the 15 day disabled list with a strained right groin. Here's hoping he'll be back soon.
Time maybe for some more quick fire thoughts. It was good to get back on that ride yesterday.
-I have a craving to watch Rent.
-I am still patiently waiting for the release of The Green Lantern: First Flight.
-Jake just buzzed me right now, that's a real time update people.
-Join me in wishing for good weather and good times for E-ve and Mrs. E-ve's mom and Mrs. E-ve's grandma as they try to picnic today.
-Apparently I wasn't the only watching A Knight's Tale last night as E-ve said she overheard someone on the bus saying they were up late because it was on TV.
-I think I might put Heroes season 1 in the DVD player after the ball game.
-Best wishes to Heath as he flies today.
-With regards to yesterday's Yahoo.ca poll that we mentioned yesterday... Yes, I already have a tattoo.
-The Kings of Leon rock my socks. New dream tour: Kings of Leon opening for Mr. Dave Grohl and the Foo Fighters!
I think that's all for today friends. Have a great Thursday.
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It's a day off edition, and it looks like the only one of it's kind this week.
There wasn't much sleep to be had last night. I'm not sure why, that's just the way it goes sometimes I suppose.
On the plus side I was able to watch A Knight's Tale on TV in the middle of the night. I lurve that movie, we used to watch it a lot in college along with 10 Things I Hate About You.
The Jays got a big win last night and play again this aft in Philly. Fingers crossed for another victory.
Bad news for Blue Jays fans as Roy Halladay has been placed on the 15 day disabled list with a strained right groin. Here's hoping he'll be back soon.
Time maybe for some more quick fire thoughts. It was good to get back on that ride yesterday.
-I have a craving to watch Rent.
-I am still patiently waiting for the release of The Green Lantern: First Flight.
-Jake just buzzed me right now, that's a real time update people.
-Join me in wishing for good weather and good times for E-ve and Mrs. E-ve's mom and Mrs. E-ve's grandma as they try to picnic today.
-Apparently I wasn't the only watching A Knight's Tale last night as E-ve said she overheard someone on the bus saying they were up late because it was on TV.
-I think I might put Heroes season 1 in the DVD player after the ball game.
-Best wishes to Heath as he flies today.
-With regards to yesterday's Yahoo.ca poll that we mentioned yesterday... Yes, I already have a tattoo.
-The Kings of Leon rock my socks. New dream tour: Kings of Leon opening for Mr. Dave Grohl and the Foo Fighters!
I think that's all for today friends. Have a great Thursday.
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Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Wednesday Morning Musings, HIMYM Edition
Good morning campers.
The Blue Jays won!
Twitterers take notice, @intomobile is holding a contest to give away 3 iPhone 3GS models. And because I’m a good guy and I want everyone to have a chance to win something awesome I’ll tell you how it works. Login to your Twitter and send a msg to @intomobile telling them quickly why you deserve to win one of the phones. Remember who told you about this and sing my praises if you win.
The weather men/ women all over the city are calling for rain today. And judging by the sky I think I believe them. It’s still close to 20 degrees Celsius outside, and they say that it’s going to stay that warm while the rain is coming down.
Happy birthday to Mrs. E-ve’s grandma. There’s a picnic and festivities planned for tomorrow, please join in me in sending best wishes.
In sad news Heath and I won’t be moving in together in the fall. The uber short timeline that we had to follow has come and gone. We all wish him safe travels to Switzerland for the rest of his summer and can’t wait until he’s home again so everyone can hang out like we like to do.
I watched part of How I Met Your Mother season 1 last night while I was trying to go to sleep and was reminded once again of why I fell in love with the series to begin with. Barney was gangbusters with the jokes right out of the gate and everything went from there. Ted does look better now with a little bit longer hair than he did when things kicked off, but that’s just nit picking.
Side note: We still love Barney so much that his blog is attached to ours, see the left side bar and take a look.
Hockey season may be over, but that certainly doesn’t mean that Canadians have stopped caring about what’s going on in the world of the NHL. In fact, Sportsnet has already replaced its’ regular NHL section to an NHL Free Agent Tracker. To put this into perspective, the Stanley Cup Finals ended last Friday, 5 days ago. We Canadians must really love hockey.
No Doubt played the Air Canada Centre last night and by all accounts Gwen and the gang put on a great show. People were pretty hyped about the concert and the reunion tour. I guess now we wait to see if they put out a new album together, and if it can measure up to Tragic Kingdom.
There was a dude in the store yesterday that told us that he’s pushing 70, and let me tell you something, I can only hope to look that good if and when I get to be that old. And he was sharp and funny and interesting. He could be the real life Dos Equis guy.
Warning: Romeo’s birthday is now only 7 days away. That is one week people. I have tried to warn you and prepare you all the best that I can. Be careful with what you buy for him drink wise. Make sure that when you are near him his pants are done up, it’s everyone’s responsibility to keep his clothes on. Anyone encouraging him to take his clothes off will be responsible for taking care of him for the rest of the night. And you can ask Jake, this is not a job that you do not want to be volunteering for.
Quick fire… we haven’t done this for a while.
-The Jonas Brothers are hosting the MMVA’s on Sunday night. If you plan on being there I hope you already have a wrist band.
The Blue Jays won!
Twitterers take notice, @intomobile is holding a contest to give away 3 iPhone 3GS models. And because I’m a good guy and I want everyone to have a chance to win something awesome I’ll tell you how it works. Login to your Twitter and send a msg to @intomobile telling them quickly why you deserve to win one of the phones. Remember who told you about this and sing my praises if you win.
The weather men/ women all over the city are calling for rain today. And judging by the sky I think I believe them. It’s still close to 20 degrees Celsius outside, and they say that it’s going to stay that warm while the rain is coming down.
Happy birthday to Mrs. E-ve’s grandma. There’s a picnic and festivities planned for tomorrow, please join in me in sending best wishes.
In sad news Heath and I won’t be moving in together in the fall. The uber short timeline that we had to follow has come and gone. We all wish him safe travels to Switzerland for the rest of his summer and can’t wait until he’s home again so everyone can hang out like we like to do.
I watched part of How I Met Your Mother season 1 last night while I was trying to go to sleep and was reminded once again of why I fell in love with the series to begin with. Barney was gangbusters with the jokes right out of the gate and everything went from there. Ted does look better now with a little bit longer hair than he did when things kicked off, but that’s just nit picking.
Side note: We still love Barney so much that his blog is attached to ours, see the left side bar and take a look.
Hockey season may be over, but that certainly doesn’t mean that Canadians have stopped caring about what’s going on in the world of the NHL. In fact, Sportsnet has already replaced its’ regular NHL section to an NHL Free Agent Tracker. To put this into perspective, the Stanley Cup Finals ended last Friday, 5 days ago. We Canadians must really love hockey.
No Doubt played the Air Canada Centre last night and by all accounts Gwen and the gang put on a great show. People were pretty hyped about the concert and the reunion tour. I guess now we wait to see if they put out a new album together, and if it can measure up to Tragic Kingdom.
There was a dude in the store yesterday that told us that he’s pushing 70, and let me tell you something, I can only hope to look that good if and when I get to be that old. And he was sharp and funny and interesting. He could be the real life Dos Equis guy.
Warning: Romeo’s birthday is now only 7 days away. That is one week people. I have tried to warn you and prepare you all the best that I can. Be careful with what you buy for him drink wise. Make sure that when you are near him his pants are done up, it’s everyone’s responsibility to keep his clothes on. Anyone encouraging him to take his clothes off will be responsible for taking care of him for the rest of the night. And you can ask Jake, this is not a job that you do not want to be volunteering for.
Quick fire… we haven’t done this for a while.
-The Jonas Brothers are hosting the MMVA’s on Sunday night. If you plan on being there I hope you already have a wrist band.
-Rumors have been squashed that would see Megan Fox star as the next Buffy The Vampire Slayer.
-Yahoo.ca’s poll question of the day is: Would you ever get a tattoo?
Yes, I already have
Yes, I might like to
No, I would never get one
Yes, I already have
Yes, I might like to
No, I would never get one
-Toronto Pride starts Friday and runs until June 28th. If you have a chance to be downtown for some of the fun I strongly suggest it.
Let’s call it a day for today.
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Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Tuesday Morning Musings, Walk the Plank Edition
Good day fellow interneters.
I hope all of you are having a better day than the old complaining man standing in front of us right now. He’s all worked up and not making any sense because he doesn’t want to stop and listen.
The construction crew or road crew or whatever have started to block off half of the sidewalk in front of the store in preparation for a big mess. It’s going to be loud and obnoxious and people are going to have dirty feet which means a dirty carpet and lots of vacuuming.
Happy Tuesday, it’s now the second work day of the week. I hope that everyone got to work on time and is ready to go about their business. I’m ready to walk the plank and dive into a sea full of angry and hungry sharks.
There’s a dude in here now talking about how his wife made him sell his comic collection. There were about 30 boxes he thinks, it broke my heart a little.
Well done to E-ve for kicking some behind at last night’s Boot Camp. She’ll be hurting today, but she’s happy so I’m happy.
I have to admit here that I have a guilty pleasure of visiting http://www.textsfromlastnight.com/ 2 or 3 times a day just to see if there’s anything new. I also enjoy http://www.fmylife.com/ not as much mind you, but it’s fun.
Side note: There’s something about the yellow Caution tape outside, it’s calling my name and telling me to do something stupid.
Confession: I smoke too much.
I’m happy to report that cable and phone bill was paid yesterday without incident. It should mean that I have service for the next month, fingers are crossed.
NXNE (North by North East) is this weekend, I kinda really wanna go see some acts with E-ve. We haven’t really talked about it, but maybe we will. Last year was a little bit of an incident, hopefully this year would be better.
My first coffee is done, I’m a little fidgety and I’m a little bit blocked, writers blocked that is.
I think that’s it for now. I know we didn’t get to the MySpace yesterday. But we just might today.
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I hope all of you are having a better day than the old complaining man standing in front of us right now. He’s all worked up and not making any sense because he doesn’t want to stop and listen.
The construction crew or road crew or whatever have started to block off half of the sidewalk in front of the store in preparation for a big mess. It’s going to be loud and obnoxious and people are going to have dirty feet which means a dirty carpet and lots of vacuuming.
Happy Tuesday, it’s now the second work day of the week. I hope that everyone got to work on time and is ready to go about their business. I’m ready to walk the plank and dive into a sea full of angry and hungry sharks.
There’s a dude in here now talking about how his wife made him sell his comic collection. There were about 30 boxes he thinks, it broke my heart a little.
Well done to E-ve for kicking some behind at last night’s Boot Camp. She’ll be hurting today, but she’s happy so I’m happy.
I have to admit here that I have a guilty pleasure of visiting http://www.textsfromlastnight.com/ 2 or 3 times a day just to see if there’s anything new. I also enjoy http://www.fmylife.com/ not as much mind you, but it’s fun.
Side note: There’s something about the yellow Caution tape outside, it’s calling my name and telling me to do something stupid.
Confession: I smoke too much.
I’m happy to report that cable and phone bill was paid yesterday without incident. It should mean that I have service for the next month, fingers are crossed.
NXNE (North by North East) is this weekend, I kinda really wanna go see some acts with E-ve. We haven’t really talked about it, but maybe we will. Last year was a little bit of an incident, hopefully this year would be better.
My first coffee is done, I’m a little fidgety and I’m a little bit blocked, writers blocked that is.
I think that’s it for now. I know we didn’t get to the MySpace yesterday. But we just might today.
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Monday, June 15, 2009
Monday Morning Musings, Pay Day Edition
Good morning world.
It’s Monday, I’m here, you’re there and everyone is getting on with their day.
It’s a work day for everyone. E-ve’s at the restaurant, Jake served breakfast I’m sure, Romeo is doing his thing and the rest of the world is doing theirs.
The NBA season ended last night as Kobe and the Lakers were able to keep the sharp shooters in Orlando cold. Mr. Bryant was named Finals MVP and given the newly named Bill Russell Trophy. Because he ended up averaging over 32 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists over the 5 games I am willing to push for the Doomsday nickname.
Side note: Later today I plan on emailing some people in the sports writing world to see what their reaction is. I’ll also be probably the 1,000,000th person to visit Kobe’s MySpace page to congratulate him and also re-pitch the name.
Big thanks to E-ve for showing up yesterday with trail mix and Powerade that got me through the end of my shift. And, for coming with me to the grocery store where we got some awesome sandwich stuff including sweat mix pickles. The sandwiches were awesome, the company was enjoyable and all in all I’d call it a good night.
Chance are that this is going to be posted late because the roaming manager is supposed to be coming in and he and I already have our issues, no need to add to them.
There’s a huge sign on the back of a truck outside the store. It’s for a new tea shop down the street. I’m kinda interested to see how they move it over and put it up. It’s one of those things that I’m sure my friends and I would manage to break badly.
The day is going by slowly and there’s a chance that we’re going to have to watch a movie later to pass the time. I don’t know which movie we’ll watch, but it will get figured out.
It’s also pay day, and not a moment too soon.
Let’s call it a day for now. There’s a chance that we’ll be checking in at www.myspace.com/wallyzblogger later today. Feel free to check us out.
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It’s Monday, I’m here, you’re there and everyone is getting on with their day.
It’s a work day for everyone. E-ve’s at the restaurant, Jake served breakfast I’m sure, Romeo is doing his thing and the rest of the world is doing theirs.
The NBA season ended last night as Kobe and the Lakers were able to keep the sharp shooters in Orlando cold. Mr. Bryant was named Finals MVP and given the newly named Bill Russell Trophy. Because he ended up averaging over 32 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists over the 5 games I am willing to push for the Doomsday nickname.
Side note: Later today I plan on emailing some people in the sports writing world to see what their reaction is. I’ll also be probably the 1,000,000th person to visit Kobe’s MySpace page to congratulate him and also re-pitch the name.
Big thanks to E-ve for showing up yesterday with trail mix and Powerade that got me through the end of my shift. And, for coming with me to the grocery store where we got some awesome sandwich stuff including sweat mix pickles. The sandwiches were awesome, the company was enjoyable and all in all I’d call it a good night.
Chance are that this is going to be posted late because the roaming manager is supposed to be coming in and he and I already have our issues, no need to add to them.
There’s a huge sign on the back of a truck outside the store. It’s for a new tea shop down the street. I’m kinda interested to see how they move it over and put it up. It’s one of those things that I’m sure my friends and I would manage to break badly.
The day is going by slowly and there’s a chance that we’re going to have to watch a movie later to pass the time. I don’t know which movie we’ll watch, but it will get figured out.
It’s also pay day, and not a moment too soon.
Let’s call it a day for now. There’s a chance that we’ll be checking in at www.myspace.com/wallyzblogger later today. Feel free to check us out.
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Sunday, June 14, 2009
Happy Sunday Musings
Good afternoon everyone.
I hope that you are enjoying your Sunday as much as E-ve is all relaxed and curled up.
I pulled up the old YouTube this morning and played Use Somebody by Kings of Leon because it was in my head. But, the good stuff came after that. On a whim I searched for Drake, you know the next big thing in hip hop. And I watched a free style piece that he did in New York. He’s alright I guess, I’m not an expert in the field of hip hop or freestyle rap so I’m not judging at all. But the whole time I was watching him all I could think about was him as the kid in the wheel chair on Degrassi.
Yesterday, very near the end of the work day a co-worker and I started talking about super hero movies as we are apt to do from time to time. And during the conversation we started looking online at rumors and timelines for upcoming movies in both the Marvel and DC universes. We got into the Justice League and Batman discussions and ended up on the subject of Catwoman. Catwoman is a pretty iconic character, and she has been portrayed as a good guy and a bad guy. I hope that they have a story in the next 2 movies that can bring her back to the big screen. And I hope that people won’t hold that terrible Halle Berry movie against it. The question we really got into yesterday though was who would be your Catwoman? Who do you think has the chops to but on the full body catsuit and be Selina Kyle. And, who could be Selina Kyle, that’s just as important.
Side note: We posted the question on http://www.hotpinkgeek.com/ and have put it to you, the internet public. Let us know.
Also on YouTube I took the opportunity to listen to the first ever Taylor Swift and Tim McGraw conversation. The clip is from the rerelease of her first album. You can hear her smiling through the phone. It’s pretty cool.
The Blue Jays are starting to make me sad, just when I think they’ve got a shot to put a run of wins together they put a string of loses together instead. I love these guys but some days they don’t make it easy.
Sitting here writing is one of the most calming things I can do. Sometimes I just sit here and there’s nothing to write, and that can be a little infuriating, but most of the time it’s just perfect.
I love country music.
I also love rock music. Last night one my favorite bands was the answer, or rather the question on Jeopardy. I squeaked like a little girl when I said Foo Fighters out loud. I love Dave Grohl, I believe that I have expressed that feeling in the past. And I am happy to do it again. The man is amazing.
I foolishly forgot to bring either a granola bar or brownies to work with me today, and now I’m not sure if I should buy lunch or suck it up and just eat dinner later. The only problem is that I’m not always super awesome to be around when I haven’t eaten, and I’m hoping that E-ve will still be around when I get home.
I think that’s all for now, the Blue Jays are losing, I should be working and I’ve started to ramble.
Happy Sunday.
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I hope that you are enjoying your Sunday as much as E-ve is all relaxed and curled up.
I pulled up the old YouTube this morning and played Use Somebody by Kings of Leon because it was in my head. But, the good stuff came after that. On a whim I searched for Drake, you know the next big thing in hip hop. And I watched a free style piece that he did in New York. He’s alright I guess, I’m not an expert in the field of hip hop or freestyle rap so I’m not judging at all. But the whole time I was watching him all I could think about was him as the kid in the wheel chair on Degrassi.
Yesterday, very near the end of the work day a co-worker and I started talking about super hero movies as we are apt to do from time to time. And during the conversation we started looking online at rumors and timelines for upcoming movies in both the Marvel and DC universes. We got into the Justice League and Batman discussions and ended up on the subject of Catwoman. Catwoman is a pretty iconic character, and she has been portrayed as a good guy and a bad guy. I hope that they have a story in the next 2 movies that can bring her back to the big screen. And I hope that people won’t hold that terrible Halle Berry movie against it. The question we really got into yesterday though was who would be your Catwoman? Who do you think has the chops to but on the full body catsuit and be Selina Kyle. And, who could be Selina Kyle, that’s just as important.
Side note: We posted the question on http://www.hotpinkgeek.com/ and have put it to you, the internet public. Let us know.
Also on YouTube I took the opportunity to listen to the first ever Taylor Swift and Tim McGraw conversation. The clip is from the rerelease of her first album. You can hear her smiling through the phone. It’s pretty cool.
The Blue Jays are starting to make me sad, just when I think they’ve got a shot to put a run of wins together they put a string of loses together instead. I love these guys but some days they don’t make it easy.
Sitting here writing is one of the most calming things I can do. Sometimes I just sit here and there’s nothing to write, and that can be a little infuriating, but most of the time it’s just perfect.
I love country music.
I also love rock music. Last night one my favorite bands was the answer, or rather the question on Jeopardy. I squeaked like a little girl when I said Foo Fighters out loud. I love Dave Grohl, I believe that I have expressed that feeling in the past. And I am happy to do it again. The man is amazing.
I foolishly forgot to bring either a granola bar or brownies to work with me today, and now I’m not sure if I should buy lunch or suck it up and just eat dinner later. The only problem is that I’m not always super awesome to be around when I haven’t eaten, and I’m hoping that E-ve will still be around when I get home.
I think that’s all for now, the Blue Jays are losing, I should be working and I’ve started to ramble.
Happy Sunday.
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Saturday, June 13, 2009
Saturday Morning Musings, Back To Work Edition
What up world?
Big love to E-ve, here’s hoping that you get to sleep in this morning.
I put on the Rick Dees countdown this morning and so far I’m not sure how I feel about it. There was a Jonas Brothers track to start that Rick says he thinks could go all the way to #1. That was followed up by Taylor Swift who is still on the charts with Love Story. (we lurve her so much) And the 3rd track that played was the new Eminem. I would very much be okay with never having to hear from him again. It was something to bob my head to when I was stoned in 1999, but ten years later I am very much over it.
I held my breath last night as I watched Roy Halladay leave the mound early during the Jays game. They are saying groin strain but no idea how sever it is this soon. Fingers are crossed, prayers have been said and wood has been knocked on. This guy needs to be healthy for us. As shown by the final score in the game, Marlins 7 Blue Jays 3. The difference was a grand slam by centre fielder Cody Ross in the 8th inning. Le sigh.
I was happy to breathe a sigh of relief later in the evening though when Marc-Andre Fleury dove across the net to stop Nicklas Lindstrom’s final attempt to tie game 7 in the final seconds.
I am not a Sidney Crosby hater. I agree that Sid has been propped up by the media and been waved in front of our faces since he was just a teenager. However, it is hard to argue with the heart and leadership and determination that he shows on the ice. The guy took his lumps and kept on going. And for everyone that says he complains too much and looks for penalties, take a look at the game tape to see how many times Alex Ovechkin had his hands up looking for calls this post season. I like that comparison because most of the Sid haters are in Ovie’s fan club.
Side note: I had the Penguins in 6, so I will admit that I was wrong in my specifics of the pick. However, I did get the winner right, just like I did in the first week of April when UNC took the NCAA Men’s Basketball title. More than anything I just wanted to remind everyone that UNC won the title.
It was also pretty cool to see Mario Lemieux with the Stanley Cup raised over his head. I was 10 the last time he did that.
Watched the Luke Wilson flick, Henry Poole is here, yesterday in the afternoon. It was pretty heavy, but Mr. Wilson did a good job. I like that he took the role and played it well. Big ups to that guy.
Also got to catch Canadian flick Foolproof on ShowCase yesterday. I love that movie. Ryan Reynolds looks young and the cast was pretty good and at the end of the day everyone should enjoy this movie.
Jake and Romeo went to see The Hangover this week and are now convinced that we should all go to Las Vegas. I think that it could be a really fun trip, however, I do think it should be better planned than trying to do what those guys did. If you haven’t seen the movie, go take a look, then you’ll know what I mean.
I am not ashamed to say that Lady Gaga is catchy with her singles and I enjoy when they come on the air.
Side note: Maybe I should be.
As E-ve has reminded me, next Sunday is Father’s Day. Don’t forget to call your pops, tell him thanks for being there and such. If you have a chance to get him a tie or something of that ilk I’m sure he’d appreciate it.
Happy Saturday everyone. I hope that the sun shines down on you where ever you may happen to be.
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Big love to E-ve, here’s hoping that you get to sleep in this morning.
I put on the Rick Dees countdown this morning and so far I’m not sure how I feel about it. There was a Jonas Brothers track to start that Rick says he thinks could go all the way to #1. That was followed up by Taylor Swift who is still on the charts with Love Story. (we lurve her so much) And the 3rd track that played was the new Eminem. I would very much be okay with never having to hear from him again. It was something to bob my head to when I was stoned in 1999, but ten years later I am very much over it.
I held my breath last night as I watched Roy Halladay leave the mound early during the Jays game. They are saying groin strain but no idea how sever it is this soon. Fingers are crossed, prayers have been said and wood has been knocked on. This guy needs to be healthy for us. As shown by the final score in the game, Marlins 7 Blue Jays 3. The difference was a grand slam by centre fielder Cody Ross in the 8th inning. Le sigh.
I was happy to breathe a sigh of relief later in the evening though when Marc-Andre Fleury dove across the net to stop Nicklas Lindstrom’s final attempt to tie game 7 in the final seconds.
I am not a Sidney Crosby hater. I agree that Sid has been propped up by the media and been waved in front of our faces since he was just a teenager. However, it is hard to argue with the heart and leadership and determination that he shows on the ice. The guy took his lumps and kept on going. And for everyone that says he complains too much and looks for penalties, take a look at the game tape to see how many times Alex Ovechkin had his hands up looking for calls this post season. I like that comparison because most of the Sid haters are in Ovie’s fan club.
Side note: I had the Penguins in 6, so I will admit that I was wrong in my specifics of the pick. However, I did get the winner right, just like I did in the first week of April when UNC took the NCAA Men’s Basketball title. More than anything I just wanted to remind everyone that UNC won the title.
It was also pretty cool to see Mario Lemieux with the Stanley Cup raised over his head. I was 10 the last time he did that.
Watched the Luke Wilson flick, Henry Poole is here, yesterday in the afternoon. It was pretty heavy, but Mr. Wilson did a good job. I like that he took the role and played it well. Big ups to that guy.
Also got to catch Canadian flick Foolproof on ShowCase yesterday. I love that movie. Ryan Reynolds looks young and the cast was pretty good and at the end of the day everyone should enjoy this movie.
Jake and Romeo went to see The Hangover this week and are now convinced that we should all go to Las Vegas. I think that it could be a really fun trip, however, I do think it should be better planned than trying to do what those guys did. If you haven’t seen the movie, go take a look, then you’ll know what I mean.
I am not ashamed to say that Lady Gaga is catchy with her singles and I enjoy when they come on the air.
Side note: Maybe I should be.
As E-ve has reminded me, next Sunday is Father’s Day. Don’t forget to call your pops, tell him thanks for being there and such. If you have a chance to get him a tie or something of that ilk I’m sure he’d appreciate it.
Happy Saturday everyone. I hope that the sun shines down on you where ever you may happen to be.
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Friday, June 12, 2009
Friday Morning Musings, Day Off 2 Edition
Hey.
Happy Friday everyone. I hope that you are clearing your inbox, making your plans and getting ready to kick back and enjoy.
Fingers are crossed that I'll be sitting in the first row of the 200 level tonight at Rogers Centre when the Jays take on the Marlins.
BUT, because it is game 7 night in Detroit I will have my BB out and ready for constant updates starting just after 8pm.
Because this is day off number 2 we are writing from bed today. And it's pretty awesome. MythBusters is on TV and I had some chocolate cake for breakfast and everyone smiles and is happy.
Was awesome to hang out with E-ve and Heath downtown yesterday. We hit Jack Astors for a drink and lunch and talked about Africa and apartments and everything in between. We also managed to get off the patio before the Bud Light Lime girls splashed into the hot tub behind us.
Heath and I did go look at one apartment yesterday. There was lots of closet space, but who needs that much when he's happily out already? It was also a little out of our price range. Phone calls will continue to be made. Thanks to a friend in Ottawa for emailing a list with some links.
Side note: We are looking for a 2 bedroom apartment in the area of Ryerson University in Toronto. If you have any leads please email wally.z1.0@gmail.com
My 2 favourite servers are serving today. So, be nice and tip well. Stories about customers travel fast and far.
I lay here looking at the TV and doing nothing. Glamorous eh.
I think that's all for today.
Bon weekend.
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Happy Friday everyone. I hope that you are clearing your inbox, making your plans and getting ready to kick back and enjoy.
Fingers are crossed that I'll be sitting in the first row of the 200 level tonight at Rogers Centre when the Jays take on the Marlins.
BUT, because it is game 7 night in Detroit I will have my BB out and ready for constant updates starting just after 8pm.
Because this is day off number 2 we are writing from bed today. And it's pretty awesome. MythBusters is on TV and I had some chocolate cake for breakfast and everyone smiles and is happy.
Was awesome to hang out with E-ve and Heath downtown yesterday. We hit Jack Astors for a drink and lunch and talked about Africa and apartments and everything in between. We also managed to get off the patio before the Bud Light Lime girls splashed into the hot tub behind us.
Heath and I did go look at one apartment yesterday. There was lots of closet space, but who needs that much when he's happily out already? It was also a little out of our price range. Phone calls will continue to be made. Thanks to a friend in Ottawa for emailing a list with some links.
Side note: We are looking for a 2 bedroom apartment in the area of Ryerson University in Toronto. If you have any leads please email wally.z1.0@gmail.com
My 2 favourite servers are serving today. So, be nice and tip well. Stories about customers travel fast and far.
I lay here looking at the TV and doing nothing. Glamorous eh.
I think that's all for today.
Bon weekend.
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Thursday, June 11, 2009
Thursday Morning Musings, Saturday Edition
Happy Saturday! That's right, I said Saturday.
Because I'm a good dude I took today off and will be going in to work on the real Saturday. And because I'm that good dude and I'm not working today I am laying in bed watching SportsCentre and writing on the BB.
In exciting news, Heath just called and we're gonna get together downtown. E-ve is gonna meet us after her lunch shift and we're all going to be able to hang out. There will be business to attend to and I'm confident that we can get something figured out.
Side note: I wanted to say hammered out, but it's not like we're drawing up a contract or running the C.U.P.E. negotiations here in Toronto.
They're calling for rain later today so I'm going to bring my rain jacket with me. Momma didn't raise no fool.
The Blue Jays are hoping that it doesn't rain in Texas though. It would be nice if they were able to play the last game of their road trip. A third win in a row on the road would be a nice way to end the series and come back home on a high note.
Ricky Romero will toe the rubber for the good guys as he continues to try and regain his form after his strained oblique muscle earlier this season. Rumour is that Ricky pulled the muscle originally with a violent sneeze before a start. Ouch.
I wanted the Yankees to win last night vs. the Red Sox. But even though I had to watch Boston beat them again, I at least got to watch Derek Jeter strike out in the ninth inning. I hate Derek Jeter.
Is it just me, or did General Motors do a really good job with their most recent commercial. The whole, "there was a time when 8 brands made sense" and then transitioning into a more svelte big 4... I've always been a GM guy and a union guy, so I may be biased. But I think they've done a good job of trying to say "We know we weren't super smart about things in the past. But we're not giving up, we're just gonna do it right this time."
The W.H.O. is right now declaring the H1N1 virus a pandemic. The news conference is being shown on CP24 live. It is the first flu pandemic declared in more than 40 years. Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone who has been touched by this strain of influenza.
I am excited about sharing an apt with Heath because then I can read his comics. Also, I have one of his movies I need to return anyway.
That's all for me here today folks. Remember to tip your server.
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Because I'm a good dude I took today off and will be going in to work on the real Saturday. And because I'm that good dude and I'm not working today I am laying in bed watching SportsCentre and writing on the BB.
In exciting news, Heath just called and we're gonna get together downtown. E-ve is gonna meet us after her lunch shift and we're all going to be able to hang out. There will be business to attend to and I'm confident that we can get something figured out.
Side note: I wanted to say hammered out, but it's not like we're drawing up a contract or running the C.U.P.E. negotiations here in Toronto.
They're calling for rain later today so I'm going to bring my rain jacket with me. Momma didn't raise no fool.
The Blue Jays are hoping that it doesn't rain in Texas though. It would be nice if they were able to play the last game of their road trip. A third win in a row on the road would be a nice way to end the series and come back home on a high note.
Ricky Romero will toe the rubber for the good guys as he continues to try and regain his form after his strained oblique muscle earlier this season. Rumour is that Ricky pulled the muscle originally with a violent sneeze before a start. Ouch.
I wanted the Yankees to win last night vs. the Red Sox. But even though I had to watch Boston beat them again, I at least got to watch Derek Jeter strike out in the ninth inning. I hate Derek Jeter.
Is it just me, or did General Motors do a really good job with their most recent commercial. The whole, "there was a time when 8 brands made sense" and then transitioning into a more svelte big 4... I've always been a GM guy and a union guy, so I may be biased. But I think they've done a good job of trying to say "We know we weren't super smart about things in the past. But we're not giving up, we're just gonna do it right this time."
The W.H.O. is right now declaring the H1N1 virus a pandemic. The news conference is being shown on CP24 live. It is the first flu pandemic declared in more than 40 years. Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone who has been touched by this strain of influenza.
I am excited about sharing an apt with Heath because then I can read his comics. Also, I have one of his movies I need to return anyway.
That's all for me here today folks. Remember to tip your server.
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Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Wednesday Musings, Drafted Edition
Welcome to Wednesday, Hump Day and as per usual, my Friday.
Thanks to the wonders of the schedule I was able to sleep in this morning. I didn’t really sleep in as long as I had planned, but I was able. Because of that, this edition of the musings isn’t really from the morning.
Huge sports night last night. Absolutely gigantic. First was a Toronto Blue Jays pasting of the Texas Rangers. The good guys rode the hot bats to a 9-0 win and former reliever Brian Tallet pitched 7 fantastic innings to pick up the win. These two games in a row is a good start to the short road trip. Fingers are crossed that I’ll be at the game on Friday night and snap a couple of new pictures.
In other sporting news there was a basketball game being played in Orlando. Tiger Woods was in the crowd which E-ve was quick to point out to me and the Dwight Howard led Magic won their first ever win in NBA Finals history. The team was swept in their first NBA Finals appearance when it was Shaq and Penny playing in sunshine state. The game was good, although admittedly I wasn’t paying super close attention at the start of the game.
The reason that I wasn’t paying attention at the start of the basketball game was because I had the TV tuned in on 006 for the NHL Finals game 6. The Penguins played like they didn’t want to lose and lucky for them, they didn’t. All the expert talk is now centred around whether the Red Wings can keep Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin off of the score sheet in game 7. They have managed to contain them over the last 2 contests and the experts find it hard to believe that they will be able to do it again.
Yesterday was also day one of the MLB first year player draft. As we Twittered last night the Blue Jays took a Canadian pitcher with their 2nd pick in the draft. James Paxton went 37th overall as the compensatory pick for losing AJ Burnett to the Yankees last winter. He may have gone higher if not for his agent, Scott Boras. This guy is known as the Devil in baseball circles. Here’s hoping that it’s a good move for the Blue Jays in the long term.
Big thanks to E-ve for the hang out and watching sports time last night. And of course for her left over noodles. Thank you very much.
We’ve got a hand held cam version of The Hangover on the pc today. There are some pretty funny moments for sure. I was expecting far less and thought that it was all just a marketing machine. I am happy to report that I seem to have been wrong.
Supposed plans for hanging out and discussing plans with Heath tomorrow. I am both nervous and excited. Things need to happen quickly, and that’s the scary part.
Biggest tease of the day so far goes to the girl in the Ice Cream truck that parked in front of the store and did some quick shopping next door… and didn’t open for business before she left.
The afternoon is now upon us and time can’t move fast enough. I know it probably sounds like I’m whining, but do any of you really wish you were at work right now?
Love to Ottawa.
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Thanks to the wonders of the schedule I was able to sleep in this morning. I didn’t really sleep in as long as I had planned, but I was able. Because of that, this edition of the musings isn’t really from the morning.
Huge sports night last night. Absolutely gigantic. First was a Toronto Blue Jays pasting of the Texas Rangers. The good guys rode the hot bats to a 9-0 win and former reliever Brian Tallet pitched 7 fantastic innings to pick up the win. These two games in a row is a good start to the short road trip. Fingers are crossed that I’ll be at the game on Friday night and snap a couple of new pictures.
In other sporting news there was a basketball game being played in Orlando. Tiger Woods was in the crowd which E-ve was quick to point out to me and the Dwight Howard led Magic won their first ever win in NBA Finals history. The team was swept in their first NBA Finals appearance when it was Shaq and Penny playing in sunshine state. The game was good, although admittedly I wasn’t paying super close attention at the start of the game.
The reason that I wasn’t paying attention at the start of the basketball game was because I had the TV tuned in on 006 for the NHL Finals game 6. The Penguins played like they didn’t want to lose and lucky for them, they didn’t. All the expert talk is now centred around whether the Red Wings can keep Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin off of the score sheet in game 7. They have managed to contain them over the last 2 contests and the experts find it hard to believe that they will be able to do it again.
Yesterday was also day one of the MLB first year player draft. As we Twittered last night the Blue Jays took a Canadian pitcher with their 2nd pick in the draft. James Paxton went 37th overall as the compensatory pick for losing AJ Burnett to the Yankees last winter. He may have gone higher if not for his agent, Scott Boras. This guy is known as the Devil in baseball circles. Here’s hoping that it’s a good move for the Blue Jays in the long term.
Big thanks to E-ve for the hang out and watching sports time last night. And of course for her left over noodles. Thank you very much.
We’ve got a hand held cam version of The Hangover on the pc today. There are some pretty funny moments for sure. I was expecting far less and thought that it was all just a marketing machine. I am happy to report that I seem to have been wrong.
Supposed plans for hanging out and discussing plans with Heath tomorrow. I am both nervous and excited. Things need to happen quickly, and that’s the scary part.
Biggest tease of the day so far goes to the girl in the Ice Cream truck that parked in front of the store and did some quick shopping next door… and didn’t open for business before she left.
The afternoon is now upon us and time can’t move fast enough. I know it probably sounds like I’m whining, but do any of you really wish you were at work right now?
Love to Ottawa.
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Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Tuesday Morning Musings, Training Day Edition
Good morning and happy Tuesday!
If anyone recently looked at you and said, See you next Tuesday, today you can call them and ask if they want to hang out. If they don't, call them a bad name and hang up.
Big ups to E-ve for surviving Boot Camp night #1. Although she was left with baby deer legs, she did pretty alright. Bon job E-ve.
Hoping to hear from potential roommate and gbf Heath today. He's a crazy busy dude after the whole Africa trip, but he's awesome so I hope we hook up and figure something out shortly.
I'm actually on the bus right now on the way to a full day training session, so this is a TTC mobile edition.
Provided that there is an abundance of free coffee waiting for me and maybe something to snack on I won't consider this a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day.
Felt a little weird this morning leaving Chez Wally. For 1, I'm getting paid and this is a work day, but I am not wearing work clothes. And for 2, I didn't bring a comic book with me for the first time in a couple of weeks. I did remember all the important things though like wallet, keys, lighter, smokes, chap stick, etc.
Big win for the good guys last night in Arlington, Texas. The Jays snapped their ugly road losing skid and beat the AL West leading Rangers 6-3. Kudos to Adam Lind after the young left fielder went deep deep and gone twice in the first four innings to give Toronto an early 4-0 lead. It was the first multi home run game of Mr. Lind's career, but it says here that it won't be his last.
Posted one of my favourite videos ever at www.hotpinkgeek.com yesterday. The John Williams Tribute W/ Star Wars Lyrics was originally shown to me by Jake and is something that needs to be seen to fully understand. Corey Vidal is a pretty talented dude. If you have the chance, take a look at some of his other YouTube stuff.
Just rolled into the training session and poured a cup of coffee. No food laid out yet, but a guy can hope.
We'll sign off for now, and maybe be back somewhere later. Check to see if we post at www.myspace.com/wallyzblogger.
Keep your stick on the ice.
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If anyone recently looked at you and said, See you next Tuesday, today you can call them and ask if they want to hang out. If they don't, call them a bad name and hang up.
Big ups to E-ve for surviving Boot Camp night #1. Although she was left with baby deer legs, she did pretty alright. Bon job E-ve.
Hoping to hear from potential roommate and gbf Heath today. He's a crazy busy dude after the whole Africa trip, but he's awesome so I hope we hook up and figure something out shortly.
I'm actually on the bus right now on the way to a full day training session, so this is a TTC mobile edition.
Provided that there is an abundance of free coffee waiting for me and maybe something to snack on I won't consider this a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day.
Felt a little weird this morning leaving Chez Wally. For 1, I'm getting paid and this is a work day, but I am not wearing work clothes. And for 2, I didn't bring a comic book with me for the first time in a couple of weeks. I did remember all the important things though like wallet, keys, lighter, smokes, chap stick, etc.
Big win for the good guys last night in Arlington, Texas. The Jays snapped their ugly road losing skid and beat the AL West leading Rangers 6-3. Kudos to Adam Lind after the young left fielder went deep deep and gone twice in the first four innings to give Toronto an early 4-0 lead. It was the first multi home run game of Mr. Lind's career, but it says here that it won't be his last.
Posted one of my favourite videos ever at www.hotpinkgeek.com yesterday. The John Williams Tribute W/ Star Wars Lyrics was originally shown to me by Jake and is something that needs to be seen to fully understand. Corey Vidal is a pretty talented dude. If you have the chance, take a look at some of his other YouTube stuff.
Just rolled into the training session and poured a cup of coffee. No food laid out yet, but a guy can hope.
We'll sign off for now, and maybe be back somewhere later. Check to see if we post at www.myspace.com/wallyzblogger.
Keep your stick on the ice.
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Monday, June 8, 2009
Monday Musings, Sunny Mixed With Rain
Good day one and all, I hope that your Monday has started on the right foot. I'm here again, at work, but today I'm on the BB to post. HBO's In Treatment is on the pc beside me. It's a pretty intense look at the life of a therapist and his patients. I haven't been paying attention as closely as my co-workers but they are really into it. Maybe I'll make myself watch it on TMN.
Good luck to E-ve at Boot Camp tonight. Not Army Boot Camp, she isn't shaving her head and going G.I. Jane on us. Kick some behind. We wrote a ton yesterday. There was the post here and 2 others at www.myspace.com/wallyzblogger, it was fun, we enjoyed it, and we hope to keep it up.
Thanks again to everyone that helped out E-ve and Mrs. E-ve’s Mom yesterday. We all appreciate your efforts.
I have a training session tomorrow to make me a better employee. Here’s hoping that I get out early so that E-ve and I can spend some time together.
Congrats to the folks at Disney/ Pixar as they have captured the number 1 spot at the box office for the second week in a row. UP! managed to edge out new comedy The Hangover despite the fact that it was supposed to be the biggest thing coming this weekend.
The plan is to hit the Jays game this Friday with the gentlemen from work. It should be a good time if all goes as planned. Roy Halladay is scheduled to start after getting the job done yesterday. But, before they come home for interleague play they have a 4 game series in Texas against the Rangers. We really need to win at least 2 if not 3 of these games. Our home record is good, very good in fact. Our road record however leaves something to be desired. We go into this mini-trip with a road record of 11-17, it needs to be better. Cheer hard mes amis. I’ll be cheering hard on Friday.
Side note: It will be Flashback Friday at Rogers Centre, my second of the year. This week brings us former Blue Jays pitcher Balor Moore. Personally, I’ve never heard of this guy. And I love me some Blue Jays history and such. If you have any Balor Moore stories I’d love to hear them. They don’t ever have to be good. Just stories.
Not a big TV night for me tonight. With Chuck, Heroes, House, How I Met Your Mother and Big Bang Theory all on vacation I’m pretty much stuck with re-runs and sports.
Thanks again to everyone that helped out E-ve and Mrs. E-ve’s Mom yesterday. We all appreciate your efforts.
I have a training session tomorrow to make me a better employee. Here’s hoping that I get out early so that E-ve and I can spend some time together.
Congrats to the folks at Disney/ Pixar as they have captured the number 1 spot at the box office for the second week in a row. UP! managed to edge out new comedy The Hangover despite the fact that it was supposed to be the biggest thing coming this weekend.
The plan is to hit the Jays game this Friday with the gentlemen from work. It should be a good time if all goes as planned. Roy Halladay is scheduled to start after getting the job done yesterday. But, before they come home for interleague play they have a 4 game series in Texas against the Rangers. We really need to win at least 2 if not 3 of these games. Our home record is good, very good in fact. Our road record however leaves something to be desired. We go into this mini-trip with a road record of 11-17, it needs to be better. Cheer hard mes amis. I’ll be cheering hard on Friday.
Side note: It will be Flashback Friday at Rogers Centre, my second of the year. This week brings us former Blue Jays pitcher Balor Moore. Personally, I’ve never heard of this guy. And I love me some Blue Jays history and such. If you have any Balor Moore stories I’d love to hear them. They don’t ever have to be good. Just stories.
Not a big TV night for me tonight. With Chuck, Heroes, House, How I Met Your Mother and Big Bang Theory all on vacation I’m pretty much stuck with re-runs and sports.
I wish that somebody would pick up Chuck in syndication. It would mean more money for NBC and the studio which would probably mean more money in the budget for the show moving forward which would probably mean more episodes ordered right now. And in the end, that’s exactly what I want. I’m not sure who would pick up the show. City TV holds the rights here in Canada, so that means that SPACE could run it. But maybe a Showcase or something could pick it up and run with it once a week. It would be almost a year and then there would be new episodes to throw into the rotation. Or hell, why not MuchMusic? They ran The O.C. now they have One Tree Hill, neither of those shows has anything to do with music… neither does Chuck, perfect match!
Kobe didn’t have a huge Doomsday type game last night against the Magic. In fact, the game went to overtime and was a heck of a thing to watch. For a few minutes I was thinking about tagging Rashard Lewis with the nickname Jimmy Olsen because of the way he was being such a good pal to Dwight Howard/ Superman.
Thank you to Subway Restaurants for being close to my work.
I think that’s it for today friends and others. Enjoy your day, your evening and your night.
Show ‘em what you’re made of E-ve.
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Sunday, June 7, 2009
Sunday Morning Musings, Happy Family Edition
Good Sunday morning people.
I hope that everyone is enjoying their day so far. Whether it be at work or in the garden or tucked in bed recovering from last night. Smile and be thankful for another day.
Let me start with something adorable. I don’t have a picture because I didn’t want to be “that guy” but I’ll do my best to paint it with my words. Yesterday as I stood on the sidewalk enjoying a quick break from working I saw a family walking toward me. There was a tall, white, built, ear ringed, tattooed guy wearing jeans and a t-shirt. He was a pretty good looking guy as far as I know. And on his left there was a tall, white, built, ear ringed, tattooed guy wearing jeans and almost a matching t-shirt. Now, this on it’s own really isn’t anything special, people walk down the street all the time and many of them are tattooed and wearing ear rings. However, these two guys had something that not every pair or couple has, a beautiful little light skinned African girl holding their hands. There was a big smile on all three of their faces and it made me smile too.
I love this city, I love this country and I love the fact that everyone is permitted to walk down the street as a happy family no matter what you may believe in.
The Blue Jays laid an egg again yesterday. And for this one loss I am willing to share the blame. A co-worker and I were watching the ESPN Game Cast on the pc monitor since we were too cautious to put the game on the crystal clear hi-def TV. That isn’t why I’m taking the blame though. While we were watching the self updating game feed (if you’re a sports fan and don’t want to pay for something like MLB.tv check out the ESPN Game Cast, it’s pretty slick) I commented on how well Canadian Scott Richmond was pitching. At the time the good guys were up 2-0 and the 5th inning was just starting with the Royals at the plate. I should have known better. Scott Richmond is a capable starting pitcher in the Major Leagues, but Roy Halladay he is not. Not 5 minutes after I praised the tall hurler things started to unravel. First was a 2 run homer by the bad guys and soon after a 3 run triple to make the game 5-2. Unfortunately, that’s how quickly a game can change. 4 good innings can be undone by one bad one. We went on to lose and did not gain any ground on the Yankees.
Side note: The only bright spot in the game was Raul “Chubby” Chavez hitting his first round tripper of the season into the Blue Jays left field bullpen. I fired Romeo a message as soon as he hit it to let him know of the achievement.
Side note II: A long time ago I played on a baseball team named the Royals, we wore the grey and royal blue uniforms with the yellow trim. It did nothing to make me cheer for the Kansas City Royals.
If you see a pretty girl in a blue dress with pearls today walking with her mom make sure you wave. It just might be E-ve.
My prediction of Penguins in 6 was thrown out the window last night as the Red Wings hammered the Pens 5-0 to take a 3 games to 2 lead in the series. Game 6 will be played back in Pittsburgh, and I’m tempted to say that Sid and the gang can win it and send us to a game 7. But, if you’ve been following my sports this year, you may want to make your own prediction.
Countdown clock now reads 17 days… for those of you on this clock, be ready.
Side note: It's Sunday, call your mother and tell her that you love her.
I’m feeling long winded today so I think that I’ll continue over at www.myspace.com/wallyzblogger I hope that you can check us out.
Have a great day everyone.
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I hope that everyone is enjoying their day so far. Whether it be at work or in the garden or tucked in bed recovering from last night. Smile and be thankful for another day.
Let me start with something adorable. I don’t have a picture because I didn’t want to be “that guy” but I’ll do my best to paint it with my words. Yesterday as I stood on the sidewalk enjoying a quick break from working I saw a family walking toward me. There was a tall, white, built, ear ringed, tattooed guy wearing jeans and a t-shirt. He was a pretty good looking guy as far as I know. And on his left there was a tall, white, built, ear ringed, tattooed guy wearing jeans and almost a matching t-shirt. Now, this on it’s own really isn’t anything special, people walk down the street all the time and many of them are tattooed and wearing ear rings. However, these two guys had something that not every pair or couple has, a beautiful little light skinned African girl holding their hands. There was a big smile on all three of their faces and it made me smile too.
I love this city, I love this country and I love the fact that everyone is permitted to walk down the street as a happy family no matter what you may believe in.
The Blue Jays laid an egg again yesterday. And for this one loss I am willing to share the blame. A co-worker and I were watching the ESPN Game Cast on the pc monitor since we were too cautious to put the game on the crystal clear hi-def TV. That isn’t why I’m taking the blame though. While we were watching the self updating game feed (if you’re a sports fan and don’t want to pay for something like MLB.tv check out the ESPN Game Cast, it’s pretty slick) I commented on how well Canadian Scott Richmond was pitching. At the time the good guys were up 2-0 and the 5th inning was just starting with the Royals at the plate. I should have known better. Scott Richmond is a capable starting pitcher in the Major Leagues, but Roy Halladay he is not. Not 5 minutes after I praised the tall hurler things started to unravel. First was a 2 run homer by the bad guys and soon after a 3 run triple to make the game 5-2. Unfortunately, that’s how quickly a game can change. 4 good innings can be undone by one bad one. We went on to lose and did not gain any ground on the Yankees.
Side note: The only bright spot in the game was Raul “Chubby” Chavez hitting his first round tripper of the season into the Blue Jays left field bullpen. I fired Romeo a message as soon as he hit it to let him know of the achievement.
Side note II: A long time ago I played on a baseball team named the Royals, we wore the grey and royal blue uniforms with the yellow trim. It did nothing to make me cheer for the Kansas City Royals.
If you see a pretty girl in a blue dress with pearls today walking with her mom make sure you wave. It just might be E-ve.
My prediction of Penguins in 6 was thrown out the window last night as the Red Wings hammered the Pens 5-0 to take a 3 games to 2 lead in the series. Game 6 will be played back in Pittsburgh, and I’m tempted to say that Sid and the gang can win it and send us to a game 7. But, if you’ve been following my sports this year, you may want to make your own prediction.
Countdown clock now reads 17 days… for those of you on this clock, be ready.
Side note: It's Sunday, call your mother and tell her that you love her.
I’m feeling long winded today so I think that I’ll continue over at www.myspace.com/wallyzblogger I hope that you can check us out.
Have a great day everyone.
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Saturday, June 6, 2009
Kobe Bryant: From Mamba To Doomsday!
I submit the following theory to you with regards to the NBA Finals.
Kobe Bryant over Dwight Howard is equal to:
Kobe Bryant over Dwight Howard is equal to:
Saturday Morning Musings, Awake And Caffeinated Edition
Happy Saturday!
As mentioned yesterday, I wasn't excited to get up to come to work this morning. But, here I am.
Good luck to all the suckers like me that are working on the weekend.
Picked up Batman: Long Hallowe'en the other day for a re-read. The art isn't as sharp as the Green Arrow books that I read last week, but the story is pretty tight.
Large win for the Blue Jays last night against Zack Grienke and the KC Royals. Grienke had been on a roll, he hadn't given up a home run yet this season until Lyle Overbay went deep against him. He was bidding for his 9th win of the season (which Roy Halladay already has) and he hadn't been knocked around in any kind of ugly fashion. The bats came alive last night and the end result was a 9-3 win.
Side note: The Jays did something last night that they weren't able to do 20 years ago, win. 20 years ago yesterday, the "mistake by the lake" opened with a loss against the then American League East, Milwaukee Brewers. Last night members of that years team were at the park to celebrate. Old dudes in uniform included: Tom Henke, Duane Ward, Tony Fernandez, Kelly Gruber and current Sportsnet colour guy Rance Mulliniks. Good to see the guys that I grew up watching wearing that old home white jersey.
I was talking to a friend here at work and he's totally in board with the Kobe Bryant nickname change to Doomsday. I think that later today I'm going to have to search the internet for basketball writers that I can send the idea to. If Kobe goes off for 40 again tonight it will be hard to resist. I know it makes me a geek, but it joins 2 of my geeky hobbies and it excites me. Don't judge me.
Last night we had a dinner of McDonalds Triple Thick Milkshakes and Burger King Whoppers. Not the healthiest or most glamorous dinner that we've ever had. Even this week, but it hit the spot.
Yesterday on Ellen (again, don't judge me) Kellie Pickler was the musical guest and sat down for a chat and was adorable. I lurve her a little and now really kinda wish that she and Taylor Swift were coming to Toronto on their tour this summer. Sad faces.
A rather important hockey game is scheduled for this evening in Detroit, if you haven’t been following things I’ll forgive you, but you should start now. This series is getting interesting. Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin have both reached the 30 point plateau in the play-offs marking the first time since 1994 that teammates have scored that prolifically. The winner of tonight’s game needs only to win one more game to claim the cup. And while Detroit is at home and plays well, Pittsburgh has come to life and looks confident. I suppose tonight will show us what we need to see.
Have a great weekend everyone. Those of you with plans, be safe and enjoy. Those of you working, try not to count down minute by minute. And those of you that have church and such, say a quick one for me, thank you.
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As mentioned yesterday, I wasn't excited to get up to come to work this morning. But, here I am.
Good luck to all the suckers like me that are working on the weekend.
Picked up Batman: Long Hallowe'en the other day for a re-read. The art isn't as sharp as the Green Arrow books that I read last week, but the story is pretty tight.
Large win for the Blue Jays last night against Zack Grienke and the KC Royals. Grienke had been on a roll, he hadn't given up a home run yet this season until Lyle Overbay went deep against him. He was bidding for his 9th win of the season (which Roy Halladay already has) and he hadn't been knocked around in any kind of ugly fashion. The bats came alive last night and the end result was a 9-3 win.
Side note: The Jays did something last night that they weren't able to do 20 years ago, win. 20 years ago yesterday, the "mistake by the lake" opened with a loss against the then American League East, Milwaukee Brewers. Last night members of that years team were at the park to celebrate. Old dudes in uniform included: Tom Henke, Duane Ward, Tony Fernandez, Kelly Gruber and current Sportsnet colour guy Rance Mulliniks. Good to see the guys that I grew up watching wearing that old home white jersey.
I was talking to a friend here at work and he's totally in board with the Kobe Bryant nickname change to Doomsday. I think that later today I'm going to have to search the internet for basketball writers that I can send the idea to. If Kobe goes off for 40 again tonight it will be hard to resist. I know it makes me a geek, but it joins 2 of my geeky hobbies and it excites me. Don't judge me.
Last night we had a dinner of McDonalds Triple Thick Milkshakes and Burger King Whoppers. Not the healthiest or most glamorous dinner that we've ever had. Even this week, but it hit the spot.
Yesterday on Ellen (again, don't judge me) Kellie Pickler was the musical guest and sat down for a chat and was adorable. I lurve her a little and now really kinda wish that she and Taylor Swift were coming to Toronto on their tour this summer. Sad faces.
A rather important hockey game is scheduled for this evening in Detroit, if you haven’t been following things I’ll forgive you, but you should start now. This series is getting interesting. Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin have both reached the 30 point plateau in the play-offs marking the first time since 1994 that teammates have scored that prolifically. The winner of tonight’s game needs only to win one more game to claim the cup. And while Detroit is at home and plays well, Pittsburgh has come to life and looks confident. I suppose tonight will show us what we need to see.
Have a great weekend everyone. Those of you with plans, be safe and enjoy. Those of you working, try not to count down minute by minute. And those of you that have church and such, say a quick one for me, thank you.
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Friday, June 5, 2009
Friday Musings, Mornings Are For Sleeping Edition
Good day to you friends, fans, family, followers and foes.
Happy Friday.
Big, huge, awesome thank you to E-ve for a wonderful trip to Jack Astors last night for dinner and hockey game action. It was a great way to end a day and a perfect way for E-ve to rock her freshly did hair.
Side note: It looks good people. Really good.
The waitress wasn't the sharpest pin in the cushion, but the food was good, the drinks were available and we got a booth. There was one huge dude that was not impressed with the Penguins taking it to the Red Wings in Pittsburgh for the second game in a row. A few times I was scared that I may cheer too enthusiastically and he'd turn around and punch me in the face. And let me tell you, getting punched in the face is not high on my list of things to do.
Also on the TVs in the restaurant was game 1 of the NBA Finals. The Lakers won by an easy 25 points and now lead the best of 7 series 1 to 0. And if Kobe continues to put up 40 points a night I will have to find a way to start a campaign to change his nickname to Doomsday!
It's my Sunday, so you know what that means, back to work tomorrow. I can't say that I'm excited to go, but I'll go anyway.
Congratulations to my cousin out west. She's the proud mama of another little baby girl. By all accounts both mommy and baby are fantastic and healthy and will be home today.
I put Get Smart on the TMN on Demand last night and enjoyed it before I was swept away to sleep. It's a funny flick.
As an update to previous posts, I will not be in Brantford today for the start of the Walter Gretzky Street Hockey Tourny. I do wish all the teams involved a ton of luck and I hope that everyone that gets to see K Smith on stage has a great time.
Have a great day everyone and I hope that it leads into a fantastic weekend.
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Happy Friday.
Big, huge, awesome thank you to E-ve for a wonderful trip to Jack Astors last night for dinner and hockey game action. It was a great way to end a day and a perfect way for E-ve to rock her freshly did hair.
Side note: It looks good people. Really good.
The waitress wasn't the sharpest pin in the cushion, but the food was good, the drinks were available and we got a booth. There was one huge dude that was not impressed with the Penguins taking it to the Red Wings in Pittsburgh for the second game in a row. A few times I was scared that I may cheer too enthusiastically and he'd turn around and punch me in the face. And let me tell you, getting punched in the face is not high on my list of things to do.
Also on the TVs in the restaurant was game 1 of the NBA Finals. The Lakers won by an easy 25 points and now lead the best of 7 series 1 to 0. And if Kobe continues to put up 40 points a night I will have to find a way to start a campaign to change his nickname to Doomsday!
It's my Sunday, so you know what that means, back to work tomorrow. I can't say that I'm excited to go, but I'll go anyway.
Congratulations to my cousin out west. She's the proud mama of another little baby girl. By all accounts both mommy and baby are fantastic and healthy and will be home today.
I put Get Smart on the TMN on Demand last night and enjoyed it before I was swept away to sleep. It's a funny flick.
As an update to previous posts, I will not be in Brantford today for the start of the Walter Gretzky Street Hockey Tourny. I do wish all the teams involved a ton of luck and I hope that everyone that gets to see K Smith on stage has a great time.
Have a great day everyone and I hope that it leads into a fantastic weekend.
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Thursday, June 4, 2009
Mid-Evening Musings, Day Off Edition
Allo allo, common ca va?
We're coming to you live today with a mid-evening version of the Muse. We're also coming live from a special location, deep in the heart of the Scarborough Town Centre. Don't be scared friends, I'm trying not to be.
You may ask yourself why I'm here and why I haven't written already today. And I may answer.
E-ve is getting her hair did at the salon, appt was made and we got here thanks to a bus, a subway and the light rail transit system. Thank you TTC.
So far, since she's gone in I've been in the Coles bookstore (I didn't even know that there still were Coles bookstores) as well as the Bulk Barn and the Everything For A Dollar Store.
I love that $3.39 got me a 1L bottle of Coke Zero, 10 stick pens (4 blue, 6 black) and a little notebook.
Earlier this afternoon the hometown Blue Jays took on the Angels in the rubber match of their 3 game set. The boys in blue gave it their best shot and very nearly got the win after coming back from a 5-1 deficit. We ended up losing 6-5 after the Halos pushed across a run in the top of the 9th. Big ups to Adam Lind who played a pretty good Left Field and went 5 for 5 with 3 doubles and 2 singles on the afternoon. Thumbs down however to Alex Rios who played Centre Field giving Vernon Wells a day off. Rios earned a "golden sombraro" +1 today (A golden Sombraro is 4 strike-outs, he had 5) I have no idea if there's even a name for striking out 5 times in a game. But both E-ve and another friend have called for his head since the game ended. But, to paraphrase Batman, I believe in Alex Rios.
Here's hoping that Jake's Sunday is going as smoothly as my Saturday. Keep yer chin up brother man.
Watched "Hancock" last night on TMN on Demand for the first time. It was a pretty good movie really. There was more story than I was anticipating and the trio of Will Smith, Jason Bateman and the lovely Charlize Theron did a great job of carrying the flick.
I just realised that I am excited enough about Green Lantern: First Flight that I needed to check the release date. We are approx 7 weeks away as the animated feature hits shelves on July 28. Yay!
Pretty huge night in the sporting world as the Penguins try to win another game at home and even the NHL Finals against the Red Wings. Puck drops just after 8pm Eastern time.
About an hour later and many miles away in LA, the Lakers and Magic tip-off in game 1 of the NBA Finals. It's the Black Mamba (Kobe Bryant) vs. Superman (Dwight Howard) and as much as I love comic books and the lore, Kobe may get to change his nickname to Doomsday if the Lakers roll like most people I've talked to think they will.
I think that's it for today friends. I hope that y'all have a great rest of the day and we'll probably talk at you tomorrow.
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We're coming to you live today with a mid-evening version of the Muse. We're also coming live from a special location, deep in the heart of the Scarborough Town Centre. Don't be scared friends, I'm trying not to be.
You may ask yourself why I'm here and why I haven't written already today. And I may answer.
E-ve is getting her hair did at the salon, appt was made and we got here thanks to a bus, a subway and the light rail transit system. Thank you TTC.
So far, since she's gone in I've been in the Coles bookstore (I didn't even know that there still were Coles bookstores) as well as the Bulk Barn and the Everything For A Dollar Store.
I love that $3.39 got me a 1L bottle of Coke Zero, 10 stick pens (4 blue, 6 black) and a little notebook.
Earlier this afternoon the hometown Blue Jays took on the Angels in the rubber match of their 3 game set. The boys in blue gave it their best shot and very nearly got the win after coming back from a 5-1 deficit. We ended up losing 6-5 after the Halos pushed across a run in the top of the 9th. Big ups to Adam Lind who played a pretty good Left Field and went 5 for 5 with 3 doubles and 2 singles on the afternoon. Thumbs down however to Alex Rios who played Centre Field giving Vernon Wells a day off. Rios earned a "golden sombraro" +1 today (A golden Sombraro is 4 strike-outs, he had 5) I have no idea if there's even a name for striking out 5 times in a game. But both E-ve and another friend have called for his head since the game ended. But, to paraphrase Batman, I believe in Alex Rios.
Here's hoping that Jake's Sunday is going as smoothly as my Saturday. Keep yer chin up brother man.
Watched "Hancock" last night on TMN on Demand for the first time. It was a pretty good movie really. There was more story than I was anticipating and the trio of Will Smith, Jason Bateman and the lovely Charlize Theron did a great job of carrying the flick.
I just realised that I am excited enough about Green Lantern: First Flight that I needed to check the release date. We are approx 7 weeks away as the animated feature hits shelves on July 28. Yay!
Pretty huge night in the sporting world as the Penguins try to win another game at home and even the NHL Finals against the Red Wings. Puck drops just after 8pm Eastern time.
About an hour later and many miles away in LA, the Lakers and Magic tip-off in game 1 of the NBA Finals. It's the Black Mamba (Kobe Bryant) vs. Superman (Dwight Howard) and as much as I love comic books and the lore, Kobe may get to change his nickname to Doomsday if the Lakers roll like most people I've talked to think they will.
I think that's it for today friends. I hope that y'all have a great rest of the day and we'll probably talk at you tomorrow.
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Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Wednesday Morning Musings, Cupcake Review!
Good morning and happy Hump Day everyone.
Let me start with this, the cupcakes that E-ve so wonderfully provided me with are fantastic. I ate three of them last night and loved every bite. The fresh, plump raspberry on top of each was a great touch. Well done!
Last night was calm and quiet as I ate cupcakes and flipped through the sporting events I held interest in until they were over. Congrats to Roy Halladay of the Toronto Blue Jays on becoming the first 9 game winner in the American League. He has once again put himself in the running for a Cy Young Award. The win over the Angels was a good way to come back from and off day, and after that terrible losing streak on the road the boys in blue are 3 out of their last 4 and 7 of their last 8 at home.
Side note: I was giddy like a school girl for a minute or two the other day when I read an article at http://www.bluejays.com/ that quotes J.P. as saying if the Jays play well in June it may mean we go out and try to get a player that could help us win the East and make the play-offs. Fingers are crossed. So are toes.
Meanwhile in Pittsburgh, the Penguins finally scored more than one goal against Chris Osgood and the Red Wings and it resulted in a win. #71 had another good game recording 3 assists and Marc Andre Fleury stopped 29 shots to lead the Pens to their first win in the best of 7 series.
I’ve been on a tear as of late reading the comics that live on my shelf that I’ve already read. I’m tempted to go and get more, but that’s money that doesn’t need to be spent. If anyone has great ideas on how to get around this, let me know. I’ll barter for new ones, borrow new ones, even beg for new ones. And no Jake, this isn’t be coming to you asking for more. I’m just sayin’.
The 3rd Annual Walter Gretzky Street Hockey Tournament starts Friday in Brantford, ON and I’m still tempted to go up there to see Kevin Smith. The last, and only time, that I saw the chubby film maker was on Yonge Street in the winter and he was across the street before I could snap a picture of he and Mr. Jason Mewes. His coming to play in the tournament is a great thing as it has dudes like me thinking about going up there to donate money to the elder Gretzky’s foundation when otherwise I probably wouldn’t be at all interested in making the trip.
The sun is once again shining down on the streets of Toronto and it’s starting to heat up out there. Soon I’m going to need to work on my tan so I’m not afraid to make a fool of myself by wearing shorts in public on my days off.
Fanboys (2008) has been released on DVD, the day came yesterday and I am excited. Futureshop has a $16.99 sticker on it according to a friend, and I’m thinking of going to get it as E-ve told me that she’d watch it with me.
It is my Friday today, which Jake reminded me off this morning in a text message. I was happy to see it. And kudos to you sir for knowing that the Jays had beaten the Yankees during their series.
Romeo, if you’re out there, keep cheering! Chubby Chavez will have his chance to come through and help the team win again.
Have a great day people of the internet, and if I don’t write tomorrow have a great one of those too.
Like wham!
Let me start with this, the cupcakes that E-ve so wonderfully provided me with are fantastic. I ate three of them last night and loved every bite. The fresh, plump raspberry on top of each was a great touch. Well done!
Last night was calm and quiet as I ate cupcakes and flipped through the sporting events I held interest in until they were over. Congrats to Roy Halladay of the Toronto Blue Jays on becoming the first 9 game winner in the American League. He has once again put himself in the running for a Cy Young Award. The win over the Angels was a good way to come back from and off day, and after that terrible losing streak on the road the boys in blue are 3 out of their last 4 and 7 of their last 8 at home.
Side note: I was giddy like a school girl for a minute or two the other day when I read an article at http://www.bluejays.com/ that quotes J.P. as saying if the Jays play well in June it may mean we go out and try to get a player that could help us win the East and make the play-offs. Fingers are crossed. So are toes.
Meanwhile in Pittsburgh, the Penguins finally scored more than one goal against Chris Osgood and the Red Wings and it resulted in a win. #71 had another good game recording 3 assists and Marc Andre Fleury stopped 29 shots to lead the Pens to their first win in the best of 7 series.
I’ve been on a tear as of late reading the comics that live on my shelf that I’ve already read. I’m tempted to go and get more, but that’s money that doesn’t need to be spent. If anyone has great ideas on how to get around this, let me know. I’ll barter for new ones, borrow new ones, even beg for new ones. And no Jake, this isn’t be coming to you asking for more. I’m just sayin’.
The 3rd Annual Walter Gretzky Street Hockey Tournament starts Friday in Brantford, ON and I’m still tempted to go up there to see Kevin Smith. The last, and only time, that I saw the chubby film maker was on Yonge Street in the winter and he was across the street before I could snap a picture of he and Mr. Jason Mewes. His coming to play in the tournament is a great thing as it has dudes like me thinking about going up there to donate money to the elder Gretzky’s foundation when otherwise I probably wouldn’t be at all interested in making the trip.
The sun is once again shining down on the streets of Toronto and it’s starting to heat up out there. Soon I’m going to need to work on my tan so I’m not afraid to make a fool of myself by wearing shorts in public on my days off.
Fanboys (2008) has been released on DVD, the day came yesterday and I am excited. Futureshop has a $16.99 sticker on it according to a friend, and I’m thinking of going to get it as E-ve told me that she’d watch it with me.
It is my Friday today, which Jake reminded me off this morning in a text message. I was happy to see it. And kudos to you sir for knowing that the Jays had beaten the Yankees during their series.
Romeo, if you’re out there, keep cheering! Chubby Chavez will have his chance to come through and help the team win again.
Have a great day people of the internet, and if I don’t write tomorrow have a great one of those too.
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Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Tuesday Morning Musings, The Friggin' Sun Is Shining
Welcome to Tuesday, please make yourself comfortable.
Hot news from Britain as super reality sensation Susan Boyle has been checked into a mental facility for reported exhaustion. Meh.
Sometimes I wonder about myself. Not in a depressed, angry kinda way, more in general. I wonder what kind of person I am in stereotyped terms. Am I a sports jock because I participated in athletics for 20 years or so at the start if my life and am perfectly willing to sit and watch a game, any game on the TV or live pretty much whenever I have the chance. Or am I a comic geek because I started picking them up a couple years ago and now I love super heroes and cartoon movies and trades and action figures and comic books and all the rest. Might I be a hopeless romantic because of the movies I own and enjoy like “Love, Actually”, “27 Dresses”, “Definitely, Maybe” and on and on and on. Maybe I’m just a guy that craves a happy childhood because of the Disney movies I’ve got on the shelf and my penchant for watching the Family Channel when something other that “Cory in the House” or “That’s so Raven” is on. I have no idea. Is it possible to be more than one of these things? Is it okay to be all of them? Is it healthy?
Big thanks to E-ve for surprising me last night at work and accompanying me to dinner at The Mandarin. I “guppied” myself a little bit and went home with a full tummy and a tired body. The food was pretty alright, I had a bunch of Shrimp, Calamari, Roast Beef, Rice, Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, Corn, Waffles and Cake.
Also, huge thank you to E-ve for bringing a half dozen of those awesome looking cupcakes to me. I haven’t had a chance to try them yet (because I was so stuffed last night) but they are in the fridge in the plastic container and ready to be devoured tonight I’m sure.
Game three between the Pens and Wings goes tonight from the Igloo in Pittsburgh. I would like to tell you that I believe the Penguins can win this game at home and start to turn things around, but it’s tough.
The Jays are back in action tonight as well as they start a series against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. Good luck to the good guys.
Approx. 3 weeks until Romeo’s birthday and the wild and crazy antics that will come with it. Please, if you plan on attending do not bring with you handcuffs, fire crackers, or intentions of buying any shot Tabasco related. Gifts and best wishes will be welcome.
High fives all around just because I’m in that kind of mood.
Adios for now.
Hot news from Britain as super reality sensation Susan Boyle has been checked into a mental facility for reported exhaustion. Meh.
Sometimes I wonder about myself. Not in a depressed, angry kinda way, more in general. I wonder what kind of person I am in stereotyped terms. Am I a sports jock because I participated in athletics for 20 years or so at the start if my life and am perfectly willing to sit and watch a game, any game on the TV or live pretty much whenever I have the chance. Or am I a comic geek because I started picking them up a couple years ago and now I love super heroes and cartoon movies and trades and action figures and comic books and all the rest. Might I be a hopeless romantic because of the movies I own and enjoy like “Love, Actually”, “27 Dresses”, “Definitely, Maybe” and on and on and on. Maybe I’m just a guy that craves a happy childhood because of the Disney movies I’ve got on the shelf and my penchant for watching the Family Channel when something other that “Cory in the House” or “That’s so Raven” is on. I have no idea. Is it possible to be more than one of these things? Is it okay to be all of them? Is it healthy?
Big thanks to E-ve for surprising me last night at work and accompanying me to dinner at The Mandarin. I “guppied” myself a little bit and went home with a full tummy and a tired body. The food was pretty alright, I had a bunch of Shrimp, Calamari, Roast Beef, Rice, Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, Corn, Waffles and Cake.
Also, huge thank you to E-ve for bringing a half dozen of those awesome looking cupcakes to me. I haven’t had a chance to try them yet (because I was so stuffed last night) but they are in the fridge in the plastic container and ready to be devoured tonight I’m sure.
Game three between the Pens and Wings goes tonight from the Igloo in Pittsburgh. I would like to tell you that I believe the Penguins can win this game at home and start to turn things around, but it’s tough.
The Jays are back in action tonight as well as they start a series against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. Good luck to the good guys.
Approx. 3 weeks until Romeo’s birthday and the wild and crazy antics that will come with it. Please, if you plan on attending do not bring with you handcuffs, fire crackers, or intentions of buying any shot Tabasco related. Gifts and best wishes will be welcome.
High fives all around just because I’m in that kind of mood.
Adios for now.
Monday, June 1, 2009
Monday Musings, 1st Of June Edition
Good afternoon party people.
I'm aware that it's Monday so there probably aren't many parties going on, but I'm on coffee number 2 (extra large, black/ 2 sugar) in the last 3 hours or so and I'm ready to go.
Big thanks to E-ve for the ideas and such with regards to the new apartment hunt. Here's hoping for a table to play Scrabble on.
Other criteria I'd like to follow: 2 bedroom, living room space, dining room space or eat in kitchen, bigger washroom, balcony, outlets all over the place, close to main transit routes, etc. I may be willing, or forced, to give up a few little things, but fingers are crossed.
Disappointed with the hockey and baseball game results yesterday. Was hoping for a Blue Jays win and a sweep of the Red Sox, but that didn't happen. Was also hoping to see the Penguins bounce back and steal home ice advantage from the Red Wings. But alas, they did not.
Side note: After writing that last section I noticed that I was cheering against pretty much anyone with Red in their name. Just a coincidence.
Punisher (the Tom Jane flick) was on Showcase Action last night. I flipped to it for a few minutes, but didn't really get into it. I did laugh to myself when I saw former WWE star Kevin Nash in a sailor inspired red and white striped t-shirt.
I did end my evening rather enjoyably with Veronica Mars in the DVD player and a Green Arrow comic in my hands. Good times.
I was jealous of and craved the good looking, healthier than most, cupcakes that E-ve madeast night. The picture I got made me a hungry boy. Mmm, cupcakes.
Side note: The only thing chez Wally that gets made with the word cake in it is a pancake.
Coming to you mobile today while at work because of a computers for personal use crack down.
The sun has decided to shine for now, but I am prepared for more rain to come today. I have my bright red rain jacket with me. It's also chillier than seasonal temperatures call for.
UP! Was tops at the box office over the weekend pulling in a reported $68.2 million. Not bad for a cartoon release before school's out for summer. Night At The Museum 2 came in a distant second earning $25.5 million.
I think that's all for today my friends. I hope that week starts well your each and every one of you.
Like wham!
I'm aware that it's Monday so there probably aren't many parties going on, but I'm on coffee number 2 (extra large, black/ 2 sugar) in the last 3 hours or so and I'm ready to go.
Big thanks to E-ve for the ideas and such with regards to the new apartment hunt. Here's hoping for a table to play Scrabble on.
Other criteria I'd like to follow: 2 bedroom, living room space, dining room space or eat in kitchen, bigger washroom, balcony, outlets all over the place, close to main transit routes, etc. I may be willing, or forced, to give up a few little things, but fingers are crossed.
Disappointed with the hockey and baseball game results yesterday. Was hoping for a Blue Jays win and a sweep of the Red Sox, but that didn't happen. Was also hoping to see the Penguins bounce back and steal home ice advantage from the Red Wings. But alas, they did not.
Side note: After writing that last section I noticed that I was cheering against pretty much anyone with Red in their name. Just a coincidence.
Punisher (the Tom Jane flick) was on Showcase Action last night. I flipped to it for a few minutes, but didn't really get into it. I did laugh to myself when I saw former WWE star Kevin Nash in a sailor inspired red and white striped t-shirt.
I did end my evening rather enjoyably with Veronica Mars in the DVD player and a Green Arrow comic in my hands. Good times.
I was jealous of and craved the good looking, healthier than most, cupcakes that E-ve madeast night. The picture I got made me a hungry boy. Mmm, cupcakes.
Side note: The only thing chez Wally that gets made with the word cake in it is a pancake.
Coming to you mobile today while at work because of a computers for personal use crack down.
The sun has decided to shine for now, but I am prepared for more rain to come today. I have my bright red rain jacket with me. It's also chillier than seasonal temperatures call for.
UP! Was tops at the box office over the weekend pulling in a reported $68.2 million. Not bad for a cartoon release before school's out for summer. Night At The Museum 2 came in a distant second earning $25.5 million.
I think that's all for today my friends. I hope that week starts well your each and every one of you.
Like wham!
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