It's Sunday and I'm looking forward to Monday so I can relax. What a busy weekend. Friday I won a contest on the radio and I received $50.00 gas card and tickets to see the "Stampeders." Now if you're not from Calgary, and or Alberta, and or Canada - you might be wondering what the heck 'THEY" are. And if your not older than 50, you might be thinking "why would someone go and see a football team? Well the Stampeders are a Calgary band from back in "my" day of Junior High/High School. And what a band there were. Go to you tube and "Sweet City Woman" and that might bring back some memories. So the band was playing at the Deerfoot Inn and Casino. We had excellent seats - third row from the front. Considering how old these three guys are now, and how out of shape two of them are, they did a fantastic job - amazing guitar playing or as the drunk behind us said "they make those guitars dance!" I was able to contain myself in my chair for the first half of the show but when they got to Sweet City Woman, I was on the floor (thankfully we were next to the aisle and I wasn't blocking anyone) and feeling the music. At the end of the show, the line up for meeting and getting autographs was right in front of my chair - so I decided to be a great younger sister. I stood in line for a guitar pick for my sister. I asked Ronnie if he would sell me a guitar pick and he just gave me one from his pocket. Nothing fancy, but it can be added to Robin's collection (which I started for her) It was after 1:00 a.m. when we got home - thanks to the lovely road conditions and our "non-spring like weather" that I predicted - NOT.
Sunday, we headed to the Home and Garden Show (again with tickets I won on the radio) It was crowded-- Did I mention it was crowded? It was a blessing and a curse going with Bill - the curse being - he talked me out of buying everything - the blessing - he talked me out of buying everything. Bill had a good point, if you came away with one good point from the show, it was worth it (being free tickets and all) I learned that you can use parchment paper for cooking as well as baking. You just wet your paper and line any pan with it. You can also buy parchment bags for cooking - and then they are compostable. (Anything that helps my cooking is a bonus)
So later afternoon, we stopped at Peter's Drive-in for a late/early lunch supper. I love their vanilla milk shakes.
Have received text - messages from the kids and they are both alive - that's all I need to know (for now).
I hope to do a blog on Tuesday evening with some exciting news. Stay tuned!!!
Stacey
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Monday, February 20, 2012
Day 5 of February
Happy Family Day!
Hmm. and where is my family - let's see: Ashley is in Palm Springs. I've seen pictures on the "barn" website, and it looks warm and beautiful and Ashley was just hanging out in shorts and a tank top. Patrick, just arrived back in Victoria from a 5 day trip to Florida with the Sura's. I haven't had any details from him yet, as he and his friends were heading out for dinner and then he was finishing studying for a midterm tomorrow. Guess I'll get the low down sometime this week. Bill is sitting in the family room watching "G.I.Joe movie!" All I keep hearing is "this is a stupid movie", but he doesn't seem to be turning it off. I pop in there every now and then to see how much time is left in the movie. Maya is sitting on Bill's lap, and doing what she does best; relaxing. I decided to start another project - I'm not sure which one I'm going to give up for now; I'm back to my card making. I've decided this year, I'm giving cards as gifts; blank notes, thank you's etc. They're not the greatest, but if you consider the joy, enthusiasm and love I put into them, they don't seem too bad. I'm not sure why I make cards the same way I make friend rice, there is a mess everywhere - even when I do my best to keep everything contained.
Sunday was a nice relaxing day as well. I suggested to Bill we go watch the "monthly cheap" movie at Crowfoot, and without thinking he said, yes (sorry Shaunan, but I was pretty sure after church you would be bagged from working the night before.) So $10.00 for the movie (for 2), $5.69 for the popcorn (saved 10% with my scene card, and of course snuck my own water in) and watching "To Kill A Mockingbird" with my husband - Well $15.69 - you do the math. You thought I was going to say "priceless" didn't you. Thank goodness cellphone devices have to be turned off during the movie, otherwise who knows how long he would have been on his. Although I can't really complain too much; just as we were sitting down in our seats, my phone went off - so trying to manouver my seat, and the popcorn to grab my phone (which was on loud) probably gave some people more entertainment then they anticipated. Turns out it was Robin. When I told her where I was, she asked why my phone wasn't turned off!!!!! Really!!!
Had a nice phone call from Mom on Sunday as well. I haven't been over since Thursday. She sounded a little bored. I think the novelty is wearing off and she's running out of things to do. I'll try and dig up more pictures for her to look at. She does have access to a computer, and we tried looking at pictures the other day, but it is terribly slow and both our paitence tends to run out.
This week is a short week, but a busy one. This will be our first complete empty nester week... Hmmm I wonder how many "stupid" movies we'll end up watching.
Have a great week everyone.
Stacey
Hmm. and where is my family - let's see: Ashley is in Palm Springs. I've seen pictures on the "barn" website, and it looks warm and beautiful and Ashley was just hanging out in shorts and a tank top. Patrick, just arrived back in Victoria from a 5 day trip to Florida with the Sura's. I haven't had any details from him yet, as he and his friends were heading out for dinner and then he was finishing studying for a midterm tomorrow. Guess I'll get the low down sometime this week. Bill is sitting in the family room watching "G.I.Joe movie!" All I keep hearing is "this is a stupid movie", but he doesn't seem to be turning it off. I pop in there every now and then to see how much time is left in the movie. Maya is sitting on Bill's lap, and doing what she does best; relaxing. I decided to start another project - I'm not sure which one I'm going to give up for now; I'm back to my card making. I've decided this year, I'm giving cards as gifts; blank notes, thank you's etc. They're not the greatest, but if you consider the joy, enthusiasm and love I put into them, they don't seem too bad. I'm not sure why I make cards the same way I make friend rice, there is a mess everywhere - even when I do my best to keep everything contained.
Sunday was a nice relaxing day as well. I suggested to Bill we go watch the "monthly cheap" movie at Crowfoot, and without thinking he said, yes (sorry Shaunan, but I was pretty sure after church you would be bagged from working the night before.) So $10.00 for the movie (for 2), $5.69 for the popcorn (saved 10% with my scene card, and of course snuck my own water in) and watching "To Kill A Mockingbird" with my husband - Well $15.69 - you do the math. You thought I was going to say "priceless" didn't you. Thank goodness cellphone devices have to be turned off during the movie, otherwise who knows how long he would have been on his. Although I can't really complain too much; just as we were sitting down in our seats, my phone went off - so trying to manouver my seat, and the popcorn to grab my phone (which was on loud) probably gave some people more entertainment then they anticipated. Turns out it was Robin. When I told her where I was, she asked why my phone wasn't turned off!!!!! Really!!!
Had a nice phone call from Mom on Sunday as well. I haven't been over since Thursday. She sounded a little bored. I think the novelty is wearing off and she's running out of things to do. I'll try and dig up more pictures for her to look at. She does have access to a computer, and we tried looking at pictures the other day, but it is terribly slow and both our paitence tends to run out.
This week is a short week, but a busy one. This will be our first complete empty nester week... Hmmm I wonder how many "stupid" movies we'll end up watching.
Have a great week everyone.
Stacey
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Day 4 of February
Lots to talk about.
Let's start with Valentines Day. My niece Tracey turned 45 on Valentine's Day. I know, I was a very young Auntie. Also, it has been 29 years since Dad passed away - again on Valentines Day. I remember the day very well. Anyway, yesterday on the radio Up 97.7 had a contest for people who neede a boost on their Valentine's Day. I called Tracey and told her to phone in and explain about it being her birthday, and losing her "papa" on her birthday. Low and behold, she won the Lady Antebella tickets that she has been trying to win for ages. I guess Bill and I will see her and Henry at the concert. Boy that was an easy birthday gift to give.
I have three words for you - September, Vancouver, Madonna.
Ashley, Patrick and I bought Bill tickets to see Madonna. This started out as a Father's Day gift, then cinco de Mayo, and then Anniversary and then when Ashley and I realized we could never keep it a secret for that long, it turned into a Valentine's gift.
I had my first accupuncture session yesterday. I have a pinched nerve in either my elbow or shoulder and it has made my pinky and ring finger numb. For the past week it was getting worse and I couldn't even move my pinky. After my first session, I am moving my finger again - still a little numb. Go for my second session today. Will book a couple of physio appointments to move the tendons and nerve around so they won't be compressed. Of course this is all self diagnosis - (I love the internet) I guess if all else fails, I'll visit the medical people - but hope surgery is the very last option.
I guess my last piece of news is this morning. Was laying in bed, (after getting up for the third time - once when Bill leaves and once when Ashley leaves) and heard a contest on Country 105 - it's been more than 30 days since I last won. Bill and I will be going to the Home and Garden show in a couple of weeks. All this because I knew that "loose lips, sink ships!" (part of the contest)
Oh wait there is more. Yesterday I was in need of a caffine fix. So I was at the soccer dome and went to buy a coke. I had oodles of change, but the "tempermental" machine would not accept my coins. It did accept bills and credit cards - really for a 2 dollar pop. So I put in a five dollar bill - got my pop, but not my three dollars change. I was so tired of being ripped off of those machines, that I took down all the information. This morning I called the number and the really nice lady at coke apologized and although she can't send me $3.00 in cash, she is sending me $3.00 coupon for my loss. I am so not getting ripped off from those machines any more.
I think this day is off to a great start.
Better get on the positive energy band wagon while it's still in full charge.
Have a great day.
Stacey
Let's start with Valentines Day. My niece Tracey turned 45 on Valentine's Day. I know, I was a very young Auntie. Also, it has been 29 years since Dad passed away - again on Valentines Day. I remember the day very well. Anyway, yesterday on the radio Up 97.7 had a contest for people who neede a boost on their Valentine's Day. I called Tracey and told her to phone in and explain about it being her birthday, and losing her "papa" on her birthday. Low and behold, she won the Lady Antebella tickets that she has been trying to win for ages. I guess Bill and I will see her and Henry at the concert. Boy that was an easy birthday gift to give.
I have three words for you - September, Vancouver, Madonna.
Ashley, Patrick and I bought Bill tickets to see Madonna. This started out as a Father's Day gift, then cinco de Mayo, and then Anniversary and then when Ashley and I realized we could never keep it a secret for that long, it turned into a Valentine's gift.
I had my first accupuncture session yesterday. I have a pinched nerve in either my elbow or shoulder and it has made my pinky and ring finger numb. For the past week it was getting worse and I couldn't even move my pinky. After my first session, I am moving my finger again - still a little numb. Go for my second session today. Will book a couple of physio appointments to move the tendons and nerve around so they won't be compressed. Of course this is all self diagnosis - (I love the internet) I guess if all else fails, I'll visit the medical people - but hope surgery is the very last option.
I guess my last piece of news is this morning. Was laying in bed, (after getting up for the third time - once when Bill leaves and once when Ashley leaves) and heard a contest on Country 105 - it's been more than 30 days since I last won. Bill and I will be going to the Home and Garden show in a couple of weeks. All this because I knew that "loose lips, sink ships!" (part of the contest)
Oh wait there is more. Yesterday I was in need of a caffine fix. So I was at the soccer dome and went to buy a coke. I had oodles of change, but the "tempermental" machine would not accept my coins. It did accept bills and credit cards - really for a 2 dollar pop. So I put in a five dollar bill - got my pop, but not my three dollars change. I was so tired of being ripped off of those machines, that I took down all the information. This morning I called the number and the really nice lady at coke apologized and although she can't send me $3.00 in cash, she is sending me $3.00 coupon for my loss. I am so not getting ripped off from those machines any more.
I think this day is off to a great start.
Better get on the positive energy band wagon while it's still in full charge.
Have a great day.
Stacey
Friday, February 10, 2012
Day 3 of February
There are some weeks where I am wondering if I ever have anything interesting to blog about, and then there are weeks where I could blog twice a day with so much to say!!!!
Today was a very interesting day. I had planned to get up early (since I'm awake at 5:15 when Bill gets up anyways) get my exercise done and be out of the house by 8:30 am again to go to my stores. Well I accomplished all of the above, but it was 11:00 by the time I left the house. I'm blaming the last 1/2 hour on my telephone conversation with Robin, my sister.
So I finished up quite fast at Safeways, and headed to Home Outfitters. Signed in and did my work; quite quickly I might add. Some how I don't think cards are making a big splash at a home store; anyhow; I am back at the counter to sign out; there are two young people there at the til' - a young girl and a young boy. We start a conversation and introduce ourselves. Now I have seen the young man before but the young lady is new. They ask a few questions about me, so I return the favor. Seems the young lady just turned 18; finished high school in December - and is waiting for college/university to start - she is going to join the Navy and get her schooling - the young man is 22 and just finished university/college - when I inquire where he went to school - her replies - Nelson, B.C. - a small music college - hmmmm, I think to myself, seems I know someone else that was going there. Here is where it becomes a small world. Seems he knows my cousin's son (Cindy-Drew). In fact they were in a couple of ensembles together - jazz stuff- this young man Michael Copely said Drew is an amazing musician!!! As I'm driving home, I realize, it's not really that small of a world. I'm sure if everyone started up this spontaneous conversations, we'd find a lot more in common with people.
The second great thing about this encounter was these two young people. I was so impressed with their mannerisims and how they presented their selves. Even the young man was "stoked" on how cool it was to make this connection. Did I mention I love THIS job. Better get ready for our dinner!!!!
Stacey
PS
Cindy - I hope you'll pass this story on to Drew!!!
Today was a very interesting day. I had planned to get up early (since I'm awake at 5:15 when Bill gets up anyways) get my exercise done and be out of the house by 8:30 am again to go to my stores. Well I accomplished all of the above, but it was 11:00 by the time I left the house. I'm blaming the last 1/2 hour on my telephone conversation with Robin, my sister.
So I finished up quite fast at Safeways, and headed to Home Outfitters. Signed in and did my work; quite quickly I might add. Some how I don't think cards are making a big splash at a home store; anyhow; I am back at the counter to sign out; there are two young people there at the til' - a young girl and a young boy. We start a conversation and introduce ourselves. Now I have seen the young man before but the young lady is new. They ask a few questions about me, so I return the favor. Seems the young lady just turned 18; finished high school in December - and is waiting for college/university to start - she is going to join the Navy and get her schooling - the young man is 22 and just finished university/college - when I inquire where he went to school - her replies - Nelson, B.C. - a small music college - hmmmm, I think to myself, seems I know someone else that was going there. Here is where it becomes a small world. Seems he knows my cousin's son (Cindy-Drew). In fact they were in a couple of ensembles together - jazz stuff- this young man Michael Copely said Drew is an amazing musician!!! As I'm driving home, I realize, it's not really that small of a world. I'm sure if everyone started up this spontaneous conversations, we'd find a lot more in common with people.
The second great thing about this encounter was these two young people. I was so impressed with their mannerisims and how they presented their selves. Even the young man was "stoked" on how cool it was to make this connection. Did I mention I love THIS job. Better get ready for our dinner!!!!
Stacey
PS
Cindy - I hope you'll pass this story on to Drew!!!
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Day 2 of February
I'm not sure where to start, or even how to start without going into great details and naming names. I guess with a blog, talking about work can be a "detriment" for future jobs down the road. So I will approach this subject delicately. First of all, I currently have three part time jobs and I am not talking about two of my least paying jobs (hope that clears up the mystery)
I had a great day at work today; but then around 7:30 ish tonight, I received an email from my "boss". Oh crap, there is no way to explain this story withouth going into detail.
Let's try this approach; Valentine's Day is coming up and I made Valentines for all the kids in my jobs...... I've been told that these are not necessary. Oh now I read this over and it sounds so petty. Ok, forget everything I just wrote and lets go this way.
I had an email from someone; I disagreed with this email and I kindly replied. Now I have a sore throat. So some of you may get this connection and some of you may not. If you are familar with Louise L. Hay "Heal Your Body.:" The mental causes for physical isslness and metaphysical way to overcome them, you will know why I have a sore throat. I can't believe I let myself get into this in the first place, but I am going to spend the rest of my evening ridding myself of my sore throat.
I thought blogging about it would help release some frustration, but really it just made me more frustrated and I'm sure more confusing for you. So i'm going to stop talking about it as of now and focus on myself.
I'm so looking forward to tomorrow - we are finally going to go for a family Chinese New Year dinner. It got post poned and is long over due. It's times like these I really miss Mom and Dad Wee. They were the rock and backbone of the Wee family. We will honor them in true family tradition tomorrow night.
I better get to bed with my big day planned.
Stacey
I had a great day at work today; but then around 7:30 ish tonight, I received an email from my "boss". Oh crap, there is no way to explain this story withouth going into detail.
Let's try this approach; Valentine's Day is coming up and I made Valentines for all the kids in my jobs...... I've been told that these are not necessary. Oh now I read this over and it sounds so petty. Ok, forget everything I just wrote and lets go this way.
I had an email from someone; I disagreed with this email and I kindly replied. Now I have a sore throat. So some of you may get this connection and some of you may not. If you are familar with Louise L. Hay "Heal Your Body.:" The mental causes for physical isslness and metaphysical way to overcome them, you will know why I have a sore throat. I can't believe I let myself get into this in the first place, but I am going to spend the rest of my evening ridding myself of my sore throat.
I thought blogging about it would help release some frustration, but really it just made me more frustrated and I'm sure more confusing for you. So i'm going to stop talking about it as of now and focus on myself.
I'm so looking forward to tomorrow - we are finally going to go for a family Chinese New Year dinner. It got post poned and is long over due. It's times like these I really miss Mom and Dad Wee. They were the rock and backbone of the Wee family. We will honor them in true family tradition tomorrow night.
I better get to bed with my big day planned.
Stacey
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Day 1 of February
I'm pretty sure spring is just around the corner. Now I'm not going by any "groundhog" prediction...... but more by the Goose. Twice this weekend I seen Canada geese heading north. They obviously know something we don't. So that is my prediction. (not sure putting it in writing is the smartest thing to do).
So tonight Bill and I went to Jubilations Dinner Theatre. I had won tickets on the radio back in November. The show was about Buddy Holly, Richie Valence and the Big Bopper. It was a great show. Tonight was closing night, so I guess recommending people go see it would be pointless. The music was great, the acting was great, the food was great and the service was great. The date himself, well I'm working on that one. I finally got Bill to put his phone away and stop doing work stuff. I told him we were on a date, and if we weren't married and only dating, I wouldn't be impressed. His answer, people on dates now a days spend all their time on their "electronics." I told him that doesn't make it right; he says that because I'm old fashion. Anyway he put his phone away, and as I look over the table below us, there is another married guy, with his phone out, only instead of doing work, he's playing "Angry birds!" Really people. Thankfully none of this took place while the actual performances were on - but still. What ever happened to having cell phones for emergencies only!!!! Now I know I'm ranting, and I'm probably guilty as the rest of the people, but not out at the "dinner theatre!"
This week is going to be a busy one again. Between working soccer, preschool and cards, I still have those "household" jobs to get done. Mom is still in the "transition hospital" and will probably be there for three more weeks. I must admit though, she seems happier and more energetic than I've seen her in a long time. Despite not being able to walk around, she is getting more exercise and definetly a lot more attention from her kids - all of them.
Off to bed - tomorrow night is "football" night. We taped the Super Bowl. It's already been spoiled on who won, but taped it mostly for the half time show. I've heard mixed reviews - guess I'll have to see for myself.
Stacey
So tonight Bill and I went to Jubilations Dinner Theatre. I had won tickets on the radio back in November. The show was about Buddy Holly, Richie Valence and the Big Bopper. It was a great show. Tonight was closing night, so I guess recommending people go see it would be pointless. The music was great, the acting was great, the food was great and the service was great. The date himself, well I'm working on that one. I finally got Bill to put his phone away and stop doing work stuff. I told him we were on a date, and if we weren't married and only dating, I wouldn't be impressed. His answer, people on dates now a days spend all their time on their "electronics." I told him that doesn't make it right; he says that because I'm old fashion. Anyway he put his phone away, and as I look over the table below us, there is another married guy, with his phone out, only instead of doing work, he's playing "Angry birds!" Really people. Thankfully none of this took place while the actual performances were on - but still. What ever happened to having cell phones for emergencies only!!!! Now I know I'm ranting, and I'm probably guilty as the rest of the people, but not out at the "dinner theatre!"
This week is going to be a busy one again. Between working soccer, preschool and cards, I still have those "household" jobs to get done. Mom is still in the "transition hospital" and will probably be there for three more weeks. I must admit though, she seems happier and more energetic than I've seen her in a long time. Despite not being able to walk around, she is getting more exercise and definetly a lot more attention from her kids - all of them.
Off to bed - tomorrow night is "football" night. We taped the Super Bowl. It's already been spoiled on who won, but taped it mostly for the half time show. I've heard mixed reviews - guess I'll have to see for myself.
Stacey
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