Books
One of the things I wanted to get back into was more reading for this year. I've probably strayed a bit too far into sports books and now they all appear to be the same. So I want to get back into reading something with a bit more difficulty. Right now I'm reading Catch 22, having just finished The World According to Garp.
The World According to Garp was a very interesting book as it was all kinds of just plain old crazy (thats an oxymoron, because crazy isn't plain... or is it?). At the time I bought that book I actually thought in my mind, "there is no way I can make this a stand alone purchase. I should get that Bobby Orr book too." Anyways, once I got into it I was still thinking, "I can't believe I'm reading this!" It started to become a novel that I kept going because I wanted to know what happened next. There is one part I totally want to talk about, but it would be a spoiler for anyone who decides to check out the book. Its just completely twisted, disturbing, funny, and sad... I'll have to reread the whole thing sometime just to try and get things I may have missed the first time.
Catch 22 so far is really wacky. It makes me think of it as a precursor to Leslie Nielson type humour. Anyways, the book is set in the army and a catch 22 is this: If you are "crazy", you can ask to be shipped out because you are not fit to serve duty, however if you ask for such a request you have proven youself sane because you understand war is dangerous, and thus you then are fit to serve duty. So far the book seems to be introducing characters, and I have no idea where it is going.
The point of these books is to kind of get away from some of the action thriller type bestsellers. I'm not sure why The Da Vinci Code was loved so much, because to me it came off as a typical action thriller. I guess it just seemed to have a whole bunch of "smart" theories.
So now that I am on this kick, I was trying to think of what was my favorite book. It would actually be Champions: The Making of the Edmonton Oilers by Kevin Lowe and Stan Fischler. Its great because it gives some history of the Oilers, the WHA, and a look into the glory Oilers. There is a bit of irony, because as far as I know, Fishler was a quite the critic of Gretzky and slammed for the sake of it. I also have Peter Gzowski's The Game of Our Lives which chronicles the 1981 Oilers team. Now as for fiction books, it would probably be Rainbow Six by Tom Clancy.
I also think I should get a copy of The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger as it is the book I did in high school that I guess opened up my mind. After that book I didn't see books or movies as media where "things should happen." It could be much more than that through uses of different storytelling techniques. It wasn't about the tough guy hero who could beat up all the bad guys in the end (although you can never replace Tony Jaa's Ong Bak). When I first read The Catcher in the Rye it was basically summed up as: three days of the guy complaining about stuff, and then he cries. Once things were explained a bit, I was forced to dig into the book and figure out what the author is trying to say and even what the author is saying without meaning to. This led to the book being pretty good, and I figure if you can understand a book, sometimes it can help you understand life a little bit. This is probably what they meant when they said they wanted to develop "Critical thinking skills." Except for the part where they mark you and tell you that you are wrong if you do it different (or just plain wrong...).
Thats pretty much it for this post, I guess I'll leave one question though. For the upcoming months, does anyone have any suggestions for good reads? Lemme know if you do.
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Saturday, December 23, 2006
Rocky Balboa
Its the story of a blood and guts warrior, a man who takes an excruciating amount of physical and emotional damage. Its Rocky Balboa. With this movie, I think Sylvester Stallone is able to give his character the finale he deserves.
The character Rocky Balboa is based on a real life journyman boxer named Chuck Wepner. One night he was taking on one of the greatest heavyweight champions ever, Muhammad Ali (who of course, was inspiration for Apollo Creed). Now, Chuck was given absolutely no chance to win. As an indication of how good a boxer, or more appropriately what Chuck was known for, his nickname was the Bayonne Bleeder because he was cut so often. Not exactly the Itallion Stallion. Before the fight, all Wepner really wants to do is prove that he belongs.
During the bout with Ali, Wepner magically manages to knock him down. There is a funny quote where Wepner goes:"hey I knocked him down!".
Trainer: "sure, but now he looks real pissed off!"
And so Ali starts taking it to Wepner. Ali is actually known for extending his fights and adding additional punishment to his opponents instead of just ending the bout. Nevertheless, Wepner manages to make it to the 15th round before Ali unleashes and forces a TKO.
But enough about that. Rocky is the fundamental underdog story. It is a story thats uses boxing as a metaphor for getting up after being knocked down, and that when you finally got the opportunity to be with the champ, at the very least all you want to do is prove you belong there.
Its the story of a blood and guts warrior, a man who takes an excruciating amount of physical and emotional damage. Its Rocky Balboa. With this movie, I think Sylvester Stallone is able to give his character the finale he deserves.
The character Rocky Balboa is based on a real life journyman boxer named Chuck Wepner. One night he was taking on one of the greatest heavyweight champions ever, Muhammad Ali (who of course, was inspiration for Apollo Creed). Now, Chuck was given absolutely no chance to win. As an indication of how good a boxer, or more appropriately what Chuck was known for, his nickname was the Bayonne Bleeder because he was cut so often. Not exactly the Itallion Stallion. Before the fight, all Wepner really wants to do is prove that he belongs.
During the bout with Ali, Wepner magically manages to knock him down. There is a funny quote where Wepner goes:"hey I knocked him down!".
Trainer: "sure, but now he looks real pissed off!"
And so Ali starts taking it to Wepner. Ali is actually known for extending his fights and adding additional punishment to his opponents instead of just ending the bout. Nevertheless, Wepner manages to make it to the 15th round before Ali unleashes and forces a TKO.
But enough about that. Rocky is the fundamental underdog story. It is a story thats uses boxing as a metaphor for getting up after being knocked down, and that when you finally got the opportunity to be with the champ, at the very least all you want to do is prove you belong there.
Sunday, December 17, 2006
Quickie
Quick update for now...
Its funny how we percieve things while exams are running. Well, at least its what happens to me. Like when I'm trying to study, all of a sudden the room is just too damn cold. Or the the chair is too wooden. Or this table is too high. Oh, now my pen just doesn't have enough ink. You get the point, but anyways exams have ended and we're into the holiday season...
Anyways, what am I up to lately? Well, its been pretty much working at Sears and, some exercise, and sleeping. One thing I would like to get done during this holiday season is donate some of my old jackets and clothing away. I have just a load of stuff that I don't use and could definitely be put to better use. If anyone wants to also donate some of their older stuff, we'll see what places my family normally goes to and maybe do a quick run...
Quick update for now...
Its funny how we percieve things while exams are running. Well, at least its what happens to me. Like when I'm trying to study, all of a sudden the room is just too damn cold. Or the the chair is too wooden. Or this table is too high. Oh, now my pen just doesn't have enough ink. You get the point, but anyways exams have ended and we're into the holiday season...
Anyways, what am I up to lately? Well, its been pretty much working at Sears and, some exercise, and sleeping. One thing I would like to get done during this holiday season is donate some of my old jackets and clothing away. I have just a load of stuff that I don't use and could definitely be put to better use. If anyone wants to also donate some of their older stuff, we'll see what places my family normally goes to and maybe do a quick run...
Tuesday, December 05, 2006
Tiny Dancer (link fixed)
Such an awesome performance from Dave Grohl in his cover version of Tiny Dancer. The chorus is embedded in my head...
Such an awesome performance from Dave Grohl in his cover version of Tiny Dancer. The chorus is embedded in my head...
Wednesday, November 01, 2006
Skating?
Its been a while since we've had a big group outing, so how about the next one being skating? Since its winter and all. Of course, I have no idea where would be a good place or a good time because everyone is so busy. But its something to keep in mind, and hopefully we can find a good place.
Its been a while since we've had a big group outing, so how about the next one being skating? Since its winter and all. Of course, I have no idea where would be a good place or a good time because everyone is so busy. But its something to keep in mind, and hopefully we can find a good place.
Tuesday, October 24, 2006
Rec Leagues
To anyone that actually reads this, I'm wondering if there would be any interest in forming a team for a rec league? Right now I occasionally play with a floor hockey team in the Edmonton Sport and Social Club and its pretty fun. In this league, the emphasis is on fun first and winning second, while in a competitive and structured context.
So I'm wondering if anyone is up for that in some upcoming season? It will probably be for the summertime or so, but they have a number of sports. The main ones being floor hockey, flag football, and basketball. The other league I found real quickly on a search was the Edmonton Rec League. Of course, the downsides are the time commitments, that the location or timing may be less than ideal, and the cost of the teams. In the ESSC the cost I think is $490 per team to register. I think generally the ideal number for any team is to have ten people, then its $49 each. Something to think about...
Also, one last link. I thought this is one of the coolest combination of songs ever. Check it out.
To anyone that actually reads this, I'm wondering if there would be any interest in forming a team for a rec league? Right now I occasionally play with a floor hockey team in the Edmonton Sport and Social Club and its pretty fun. In this league, the emphasis is on fun first and winning second, while in a competitive and structured context.
So I'm wondering if anyone is up for that in some upcoming season? It will probably be for the summertime or so, but they have a number of sports. The main ones being floor hockey, flag football, and basketball. The other league I found real quickly on a search was the Edmonton Rec League. Of course, the downsides are the time commitments, that the location or timing may be less than ideal, and the cost of the teams. In the ESSC the cost I think is $490 per team to register. I think generally the ideal number for any team is to have ten people, then its $49 each. Something to think about...
Also, one last link. I thought this is one of the coolest combination of songs ever. Check it out.
Thursday, October 19, 2006
Three Years Old
On Sunday, Oct. 15th, 2006, this blog became three years old! Happy Belated Birthday Blog! I'm not really sure what to do with this blog, kinda goes with my theme of indecisiveness. I just decided to post a month, and a quick one liner to go with it.
Oct. 2003 - Oilers need a goalie, Biology 107 takes a lot of time, and Econ 101 is freakin' boring.
Nov. 2003 - The Oilers organization pull off the Heritage Classic in a game against the Montreal Canadiens. Very cool event, which was preceded by an Edmonton Eskimo's Grey Cup win over , yep, Montreal!
Dec. 2003 - My uncle who lives in Vancouver passes away at the age of 50. We need to come out to Vancouver more often, like we used to.
Jan. 2004 - Dev yet again pulls off another successful... gift presentation? He got me a digital camera. Dev always does this and doesn't really recieve enough thanks for it, so thanks Dev. Also, we learned how to play the game "Zoo".
Feb. 2004 - "Wardrobe Malfunction." 'Nuff said. Also when I first started looking into Occupational Therapy
Mar. 2004 - Went to my most memorable Oilers game ever. It was in a 5-4 win over Nashville. Conklin was in net, and Nashville's last shot rung off the crossbar, but we won!
Apr. 2004 - Joined College Pro, which was a good lesson. Taught me a lesson in really thinking jobs through, because it takes a lot of your time. Sometimes money isn't worth it, and that you gotta do what you gotta do.
May. 2004 - Started to learn how to drive, and this was the summer of Monday Night Sports for us! Also, I took note of the fact that Clarence took a football to the nuts. =(
June 2004 - I start work at 7-Eleven thanks to Maggie. I think I forgot to thank you, so thanks Maggie.
July 2004, August 2004 - Went to California and finally visited Disneyland! Also, unforgettable quote from Ron Burgundy: "I pooped a hammer."
Sept. 2004 - I quit 7-Eleven for school. Also, a terrorist incident in Russia where children in a theater are taken hostage. If I remember correctly, special forces had to gas the place and stage an assault.
Oct. 2004 - Finally settle on Occupational Therapy, and general whining about University.
Nov. 2004 - Somewhere, I forgot to mention Project Halo. So no worries, here is when Project Halo 2 happened! Thanks Ryan for organizing that.
Dec. 2004 - I play Mario and Luigi Superstar's Saga. Such an awesome game, I had to mention it. Also, first and only time I saw up at the glass at Rexall Place. It would be an AHL game where the Roadrunners take on... the Hamilton Bulldogs?
Jan. 2005 - Hm... nothing really... seems like we started playing poker? Well, funny hockey logos!
Feb. 2005 - Ong Bak comes out this month. I still have no idea how Tony Jaa did some of those moves.
Mar. 2005 - Keith goes to China! Then comes back. As well, an aquaintance that we know of, Andre Poon dies in a car accident. The circumstances are tough to take if you know what they are.
Apr. 2005 - UFC 52, where Matt Hughes and George St. Pierre assert their dominance in the Welterweight division. Matt Hughes in his fight against Frank Trigg takes a shot to the nuts, almost gets knocked out, then decides "fuck it, I'm going to win." Then does.
May. 2005 - We play Risk 2025. I'm really scared to play this game ever again, its so intense. I am lucky enough to win this game thanks to Kevin, though I don't remember how. Also, the most classic moment occurs as Ryan nukes himself.
June 2005 - I get accepted into the OT program! Weehaw!
July 2005 - Great road trip to Vancouver. We got to stay at my cousin's house and when we got back went fishing. Also, Tony participates in a hypnosis show. Completely, and utterly awesome. He was a good enough sport to show the DVD of it at a later time, so thanks Tony for doing that.
Aug. 2005 - I goto Brunei to visit my mom and dad's family! It is very friggin hot!
Sept. 2005 - First month of OT, and a statement that never really changes. "So far my program... sucks."
Oct. 2005 - I start my first fieldwork placement and I have an okay time. I learn a few things that I definitely like to be aware of.
Nov. 2005 - My mom likes Green Day and in particular, she likes the song "Boulevard of Broken Dreams". She relates to it because she feels isolated from the rest of her family back in Brunei. One day I hope it can be me that takes the family back there. Or Keith, but its my idea... =D
Dev. 2005 - First time judging in amateur martial arts tournament, but it was pretty neat. I was fairly spot on with what other people were seeing, so it looks like there is a standard people follow. Although I think I did screw over a soft stylist. Ah well, stance!
Jan. 2006 - Went to a Bryan Adams concert, and wow did he rock. I was really suprised, but the audio was tremendous. It was probably a better performance than the first time I saw him.
Feb. 2006 - I actually somehow end up at a beauty salon in Chinatown. My mom had a coupon for a facial or something, and just had to have me go. Sigh... they did something to my face, and it definitely ranks in my top 3 of "most painful moments ever." Someone give me a punch to the face any day over this experience.
Mar. 2006 - I do something for an OT fundraiser, which is partly for our grad. Although I'm not graduating I may actually still go...
Apr. 2006 - I have my bellringer exam in my anatomy class. One of my most intense moments ever. Basically, its an exam where you try to label parts on a cadaver. Look it up if you don't know what that is... should find some interesting pictures
May 2006 - I have my practical OT exam, where I am observed performing an assessment. It goes well, however I find out that I failed some other course which starts a trend that would lead me to exiting the program. I'm still proud of some of the accomplishments, but would definitely feel that I never really got comfortable with the profession.
June 2006 - Congrats to the Edmonton Oilers for making it to the Stanley Cup finals. We know you'll get it next year!
July 2006 - I start placement in Camrose and live in my own. Interesting experience, and just shows how hard it is to get up in the day if you don't look forward to it. Also went to Kdays and while I enjoyed it, the event has gone downhill and I don't know if I'll be able to enjoy it as much as before. The hilight would probably have to be the water balloon catapults, despite everyone losing at least 4 water balloons due to breathing.
Aug 2006 - I exit the OT program. I won't be getting that shiny piece of paper, but hopefully I'll be able to find out what I want to do.
Sept. 2006 - I enter NAIT and start a job at Sears. Just things to take up my time and gain life experience. Also, the return of the New Orlean Saints to the Superdome. Its kinda funny, I thought I would have mentioned the hurricane somewhere before this, but I didn't. I only mentioned it in context with football.
Oct. 2006 - Three years of blogging!
And that is it! Well, kinda interesting to see what has transpired for three years. I know I definitely didn't put things that if I look back on this post, that I would have liked to. But for now, I'll leave it as is. Anything that should definitely be mentioned? Well, see you in another three years!
On Sunday, Oct. 15th, 2006, this blog became three years old! Happy Belated Birthday Blog! I'm not really sure what to do with this blog, kinda goes with my theme of indecisiveness. I just decided to post a month, and a quick one liner to go with it.
Oct. 2003 - Oilers need a goalie, Biology 107 takes a lot of time, and Econ 101 is freakin' boring.
Nov. 2003 - The Oilers organization pull off the Heritage Classic in a game against the Montreal Canadiens. Very cool event, which was preceded by an Edmonton Eskimo's Grey Cup win over , yep, Montreal!
Dec. 2003 - My uncle who lives in Vancouver passes away at the age of 50. We need to come out to Vancouver more often, like we used to.
Jan. 2004 - Dev yet again pulls off another successful... gift presentation? He got me a digital camera. Dev always does this and doesn't really recieve enough thanks for it, so thanks Dev. Also, we learned how to play the game "Zoo".
Feb. 2004 - "Wardrobe Malfunction." 'Nuff said. Also when I first started looking into Occupational Therapy
Mar. 2004 - Went to my most memorable Oilers game ever. It was in a 5-4 win over Nashville. Conklin was in net, and Nashville's last shot rung off the crossbar, but we won!
Apr. 2004 - Joined College Pro, which was a good lesson. Taught me a lesson in really thinking jobs through, because it takes a lot of your time. Sometimes money isn't worth it, and that you gotta do what you gotta do.
May. 2004 - Started to learn how to drive, and this was the summer of Monday Night Sports for us! Also, I took note of the fact that Clarence took a football to the nuts. =(
June 2004 - I start work at 7-Eleven thanks to Maggie. I think I forgot to thank you, so thanks Maggie.
July 2004, August 2004 - Went to California and finally visited Disneyland! Also, unforgettable quote from Ron Burgundy: "I pooped a hammer."
Sept. 2004 - I quit 7-Eleven for school. Also, a terrorist incident in Russia where children in a theater are taken hostage. If I remember correctly, special forces had to gas the place and stage an assault.
Oct. 2004 - Finally settle on Occupational Therapy, and general whining about University.
Nov. 2004 - Somewhere, I forgot to mention Project Halo. So no worries, here is when Project Halo 2 happened! Thanks Ryan for organizing that.
Dec. 2004 - I play Mario and Luigi Superstar's Saga. Such an awesome game, I had to mention it. Also, first and only time I saw up at the glass at Rexall Place. It would be an AHL game where the Roadrunners take on... the Hamilton Bulldogs?
Jan. 2005 - Hm... nothing really... seems like we started playing poker? Well, funny hockey logos!
Feb. 2005 - Ong Bak comes out this month. I still have no idea how Tony Jaa did some of those moves.
Mar. 2005 - Keith goes to China! Then comes back. As well, an aquaintance that we know of, Andre Poon dies in a car accident. The circumstances are tough to take if you know what they are.
Apr. 2005 - UFC 52, where Matt Hughes and George St. Pierre assert their dominance in the Welterweight division. Matt Hughes in his fight against Frank Trigg takes a shot to the nuts, almost gets knocked out, then decides "fuck it, I'm going to win." Then does.
May. 2005 - We play Risk 2025. I'm really scared to play this game ever again, its so intense. I am lucky enough to win this game thanks to Kevin, though I don't remember how. Also, the most classic moment occurs as Ryan nukes himself.
June 2005 - I get accepted into the OT program! Weehaw!
July 2005 - Great road trip to Vancouver. We got to stay at my cousin's house and when we got back went fishing. Also, Tony participates in a hypnosis show. Completely, and utterly awesome. He was a good enough sport to show the DVD of it at a later time, so thanks Tony for doing that.
Aug. 2005 - I goto Brunei to visit my mom and dad's family! It is very friggin hot!
Sept. 2005 - First month of OT, and a statement that never really changes. "So far my program... sucks."
Oct. 2005 - I start my first fieldwork placement and I have an okay time. I learn a few things that I definitely like to be aware of.
Nov. 2005 - My mom likes Green Day and in particular, she likes the song "Boulevard of Broken Dreams". She relates to it because she feels isolated from the rest of her family back in Brunei. One day I hope it can be me that takes the family back there. Or Keith, but its my idea... =D
Dev. 2005 - First time judging in amateur martial arts tournament, but it was pretty neat. I was fairly spot on with what other people were seeing, so it looks like there is a standard people follow. Although I think I did screw over a soft stylist. Ah well, stance!
Jan. 2006 - Went to a Bryan Adams concert, and wow did he rock. I was really suprised, but the audio was tremendous. It was probably a better performance than the first time I saw him.
Feb. 2006 - I actually somehow end up at a beauty salon in Chinatown. My mom had a coupon for a facial or something, and just had to have me go. Sigh... they did something to my face, and it definitely ranks in my top 3 of "most painful moments ever." Someone give me a punch to the face any day over this experience.
Mar. 2006 - I do something for an OT fundraiser, which is partly for our grad. Although I'm not graduating I may actually still go...
Apr. 2006 - I have my bellringer exam in my anatomy class. One of my most intense moments ever. Basically, its an exam where you try to label parts on a cadaver. Look it up if you don't know what that is... should find some interesting pictures
May 2006 - I have my practical OT exam, where I am observed performing an assessment. It goes well, however I find out that I failed some other course which starts a trend that would lead me to exiting the program. I'm still proud of some of the accomplishments, but would definitely feel that I never really got comfortable with the profession.
June 2006 - Congrats to the Edmonton Oilers for making it to the Stanley Cup finals. We know you'll get it next year!
July 2006 - I start placement in Camrose and live in my own. Interesting experience, and just shows how hard it is to get up in the day if you don't look forward to it. Also went to Kdays and while I enjoyed it, the event has gone downhill and I don't know if I'll be able to enjoy it as much as before. The hilight would probably have to be the water balloon catapults, despite everyone losing at least 4 water balloons due to breathing.
Aug 2006 - I exit the OT program. I won't be getting that shiny piece of paper, but hopefully I'll be able to find out what I want to do.
Sept. 2006 - I enter NAIT and start a job at Sears. Just things to take up my time and gain life experience. Also, the return of the New Orlean Saints to the Superdome. Its kinda funny, I thought I would have mentioned the hurricane somewhere before this, but I didn't. I only mentioned it in context with football.
Oct. 2006 - Three years of blogging!
And that is it! Well, kinda interesting to see what has transpired for three years. I know I definitely didn't put things that if I look back on this post, that I would have liked to. But for now, I'll leave it as is. Anything that should definitely be mentioned? Well, see you in another three years!
Monday, October 09, 2006
Happy Thanksgiving
At times its easy to get swamped in our highs and lows, but I think even in the middle of those, we can give a solemn moment for all the things we have been given. Sometimes its incredibly difficult to show our gratitude for whatever reason, but the least we can do is be a little bit thankful.
It would be nice if we could live everyday with the meaning of each holiday in our mind, but we can't or don't, so its nice to have a few days dedicated to the things we should have more time for.
At times its easy to get swamped in our highs and lows, but I think even in the middle of those, we can give a solemn moment for all the things we have been given. Sometimes its incredibly difficult to show our gratitude for whatever reason, but the least we can do is be a little bit thankful.
It would be nice if we could live everyday with the meaning of each holiday in our mind, but we can't or don't, so its nice to have a few days dedicated to the things we should have more time for.
Thursday, September 28, 2006
Three Years Old! Almost!
Thats how old this blog is nearing and oh how things have changed. Looking back, I used way too many exclaimation points! Well anyways, maybe I should try to do something to commemorate three years of this thing existing. Hmm...
I remember doing this a long time ago for replies, lets see if it works..
**Question about Chris!!**
What is my favorite song?
a) Paradise City by Guns 'n Roses
b) Everlong by The Foo Fighters
c) Let it Be by The Beatles
d) Good Riddance (Time of Your Life) by Green Day
e) Sweet Child O' Mine by Guns 'n Roses
Thats how old this blog is nearing and oh how things have changed. Looking back, I used way too many exclaimation points! Well anyways, maybe I should try to do something to commemorate three years of this thing existing. Hmm...
I remember doing this a long time ago for replies, lets see if it works..
**Question about Chris!!**
What is my favorite song?
a) Paradise City by Guns 'n Roses
b) Everlong by The Foo Fighters
c) Let it Be by The Beatles
d) Good Riddance (Time of Your Life) by Green Day
e) Sweet Child O' Mine by Guns 'n Roses
Wednesday, September 27, 2006
Exercise 7.1: Thinking Deeply About Why You are in College
Christopher Boon
I am not sure what my real motivation is in going to post secondary. It seemed like a natural progression from high school to go to the University of Alberta (U of A), get a degree, and then move toward the “real world.” However, I wonder if I truly am comfortable with the transition of moving toward the “real world.” I have always felt that I have to uphold the image of being steady, and being in post secondary seemed to be a part of that. It has shifted somewhat when I left the U of A to be at NAIT.
My fundamental purpose in going to college is in all honesty, deep down, to pass the time. I am committed to getting good grades and being open to new concepts, but am unsure of what the future holds. I am not particularly ambitious or have a deep desire to do extraordinarily well. Thus, this does lead to me going through the motions. So far I am a career student. However, I don’t see the light at the end of that tunnel and I think that I am afraid to run with any ideas because I may end up failing to live up to it, and I don’t mean academically. I know I can perform academically, but in more application type situations, I am a lot less sure of myself. I’m not sure if I am making things harder for myself.
Again, I am not sure what my motivation is. I cannot pinpoint a deep internal desire that pushes me. The one thing that pushes me to do decent in academics is the possibility of being below average. Otherwise, I don’t have a future in mind. Perhaps I’m not even willing to put the extra effort in to find out. I’m not sure exactly where I can or should start, and it seems more difficult without some sort of beginning point.
This led to a recent decision to get a part time job. I decided to start a part time job at Sears. I’m finding that I don’t have enough work experience as is, and so I need to get back out there. The hope is that I will gain experience and perhaps insight to what I want. Maybe I’ll find that I enjoy working with customers directly, or that I hate it and would rather work behind the scenes. Will I like situations with pressure, or not? It is here that I hope I will gain valuable experiences and perhaps more insight into what I want. My position is a Sales Associate, so I will be responsible for directly interacting with customers. As well, I hope to be able to apply or at least see the concepts that are being taught in NAIT business being utilized. I already think that my marketing class will help in terms of narrowing down typical demographics for my department and such.
Why Sears? Well, I thought they represented a typical large Canadian company and I can start to see what is being taught in business school happening in real business. Sears isn’t a specialty retailer in one item, and the position of Sales Associate I feel will give me a better experience than being at a till. I’m hoping this non scholastic experience will kickstart me into figuring out what I want to accomplish in my academics.
Christopher Boon
I am not sure what my real motivation is in going to post secondary. It seemed like a natural progression from high school to go to the University of Alberta (U of A), get a degree, and then move toward the “real world.” However, I wonder if I truly am comfortable with the transition of moving toward the “real world.” I have always felt that I have to uphold the image of being steady, and being in post secondary seemed to be a part of that. It has shifted somewhat when I left the U of A to be at NAIT.
My fundamental purpose in going to college is in all honesty, deep down, to pass the time. I am committed to getting good grades and being open to new concepts, but am unsure of what the future holds. I am not particularly ambitious or have a deep desire to do extraordinarily well. Thus, this does lead to me going through the motions. So far I am a career student. However, I don’t see the light at the end of that tunnel and I think that I am afraid to run with any ideas because I may end up failing to live up to it, and I don’t mean academically. I know I can perform academically, but in more application type situations, I am a lot less sure of myself. I’m not sure if I am making things harder for myself.
Again, I am not sure what my motivation is. I cannot pinpoint a deep internal desire that pushes me. The one thing that pushes me to do decent in academics is the possibility of being below average. Otherwise, I don’t have a future in mind. Perhaps I’m not even willing to put the extra effort in to find out. I’m not sure exactly where I can or should start, and it seems more difficult without some sort of beginning point.
This led to a recent decision to get a part time job. I decided to start a part time job at Sears. I’m finding that I don’t have enough work experience as is, and so I need to get back out there. The hope is that I will gain experience and perhaps insight to what I want. Maybe I’ll find that I enjoy working with customers directly, or that I hate it and would rather work behind the scenes. Will I like situations with pressure, or not? It is here that I hope I will gain valuable experiences and perhaps more insight into what I want. My position is a Sales Associate, so I will be responsible for directly interacting with customers. As well, I hope to be able to apply or at least see the concepts that are being taught in NAIT business being utilized. I already think that my marketing class will help in terms of narrowing down typical demographics for my department and such.
Why Sears? Well, I thought they represented a typical large Canadian company and I can start to see what is being taught in business school happening in real business. Sears isn’t a specialty retailer in one item, and the position of Sales Associate I feel will give me a better experience than being at a till. I’m hoping this non scholastic experience will kickstart me into figuring out what I want to accomplish in my academics.
Tuesday, September 26, 2006
The Saints Are Coming
Last night I watched Monday Night Football return to New Orleans. I've always wondered about the importance of sports in the grand scheme of everything else. Its pretty insignificant, yet so many people (including myself) place a large part of life toward it. How do you justify spending so much money to fix the Superdome when there is so much in New Orleans? One of the main messages was that the Superdome was a symbol of return to normalcy, that things will be back to what it was. As well, it apparently holds many many conventions, festivals, and is the economic centerpiece. Not to there is always that emotional attachment to a sports team that I can't explain. But while seeing the Saints beat up the Falcons for 3-4 hours is nice, once you're done, then what?
I think the strongest moment was one of the sideline reporters who had family be directly affected, and she was just able to compose herself. Anyways, MNF was a good spectacle and it was tough to see the announcers balance the line of focusing on the football game and the greater issue of rebuilding the city. Go Reggie Bush!
I've really grown to sports and I am trying to figure out why. I think its because its full of stories that are true. Its full of larger than life characters, of feel good stories, of disappointing tragedy, of suspense, and its all actually happening. Characters who perform on a field of conflict and dominate the other side to succeed. These characters already seem larger than life, can reach iconic status. The best example of this is Muhammad Ali, I think his life is absolutely incredible. From there on, I guess it grew.
"I am the Greatest!"
Last night I watched Monday Night Football return to New Orleans. I've always wondered about the importance of sports in the grand scheme of everything else. Its pretty insignificant, yet so many people (including myself) place a large part of life toward it. How do you justify spending so much money to fix the Superdome when there is so much in New Orleans? One of the main messages was that the Superdome was a symbol of return to normalcy, that things will be back to what it was. As well, it apparently holds many many conventions, festivals, and is the economic centerpiece. Not to there is always that emotional attachment to a sports team that I can't explain. But while seeing the Saints beat up the Falcons for 3-4 hours is nice, once you're done, then what?
I think the strongest moment was one of the sideline reporters who had family be directly affected, and she was just able to compose herself. Anyways, MNF was a good spectacle and it was tough to see the announcers balance the line of focusing on the football game and the greater issue of rebuilding the city. Go Reggie Bush!
I've really grown to sports and I am trying to figure out why. I think its because its full of stories that are true. Its full of larger than life characters, of feel good stories, of disappointing tragedy, of suspense, and its all actually happening. Characters who perform on a field of conflict and dominate the other side to succeed. These characters already seem larger than life, can reach iconic status. The best example of this is Muhammad Ali, I think his life is absolutely incredible. From there on, I guess it grew.
"I am the Greatest!"
Monday, September 11, 2006
Tuesday, September 05, 2006
Summer 0f '06...err '69... haha 69...
Well, I don't feel like updating with real content though since its the end of summer I figure I'll put this song up. No vocals though, so you'll have to do the job... Yeah, Megaupload is kinda a mess to go through but so easy to upload stuff without signing up for anything.
Bryan Adams
Summer of '69 from Reckless 1984
I got my first real six-string
Bought it at the five-and-dime
Played it till my fingers bled
It was the summer of '69
Me and some guys from school
Had a band and we tried real hard
Jimmy quit and Jody got married
I shoulda known we'd never get far
Oh when I look back now
That summer seemed to last forever
And if I had the choice
Ya - I'd always wanna be there
Those were the best days of my life
Ain't no use in complainin'
When you got a job to do
Spent my evenin's down at the drive-in
And that's when I met you
Standin' on your mama's porch
You told me that you'd wait forever
Oh and when you held my hand
I knew that it was now or never
Those were the best days of my life
Back in the summer of '69
Man we were killin' time
We were young and restless
We needed to unwind
I guess nothin' can last forever - forever, no
And now the times are changin'
Look at everything that's come and gone
Sometimes when I play that old six-string
I think about ya wonder what went wrong
Standin' on your mama's porch
You told me it would last forever
Oh the way you held my hand
I knew that it was now or never
Those were the best days of my life
Back in the summer of '69
Well, I don't feel like updating with real content though since its the end of summer I figure I'll put this song up. No vocals though, so you'll have to do the job... Yeah, Megaupload is kinda a mess to go through but so easy to upload stuff without signing up for anything.
Bryan Adams
Summer of '69 from Reckless 1984
I got my first real six-string
Bought it at the five-and-dime
Played it till my fingers bled
It was the summer of '69
Me and some guys from school
Had a band and we tried real hard
Jimmy quit and Jody got married
I shoulda known we'd never get far
Oh when I look back now
That summer seemed to last forever
And if I had the choice
Ya - I'd always wanna be there
Those were the best days of my life
Ain't no use in complainin'
When you got a job to do
Spent my evenin's down at the drive-in
And that's when I met you
Standin' on your mama's porch
You told me that you'd wait forever
Oh and when you held my hand
I knew that it was now or never
Those were the best days of my life
Back in the summer of '69
Man we were killin' time
We were young and restless
We needed to unwind
I guess nothin' can last forever - forever, no
And now the times are changin'
Look at everything that's come and gone
Sometimes when I play that old six-string
I think about ya wonder what went wrong
Standin' on your mama's porch
You told me it would last forever
Oh the way you held my hand
I knew that it was now or never
Those were the best days of my life
Back in the summer of '69
Thursday, August 17, 2006
Everlong
Thanks for the comments below, it has been encouraging. Right now lets hope I can get on track to somewhere. In other news, I have been kind of been playing around with a guitar for a little while. Basically, as a kid, my dad never got to make loud noises. So as an adult he has purchased guitars and amps to play with. Of course, I have now started to use the guitars and amps a lot more than he does. I decided to take a quick video here and I put it up on Megaupload because it was quick and easy. Its just me playing a little bit of the song Everlong, which indeed has become one of my favorite songs. The guitar I'm using is my dad's Telecaster, the one I was given is in Camrose but I'm picking up all my stuff soon. I took Guitar 10 and near the end of that course, broke my hand, so that ended that. When I sorta picked it up again, it was mostly for a time waster but its been a lot of fun cranking out something through the amp...
Thanks for the comments below, it has been encouraging. Right now lets hope I can get on track to somewhere. In other news, I have been kind of been playing around with a guitar for a little while. Basically, as a kid, my dad never got to make loud noises. So as an adult he has purchased guitars and amps to play with. Of course, I have now started to use the guitars and amps a lot more than he does. I decided to take a quick video here and I put it up on Megaupload because it was quick and easy. Its just me playing a little bit of the song Everlong, which indeed has become one of my favorite songs. The guitar I'm using is my dad's Telecaster, the one I was given is in Camrose but I'm picking up all my stuff soon. I took Guitar 10 and near the end of that course, broke my hand, so that ended that. When I sorta picked it up again, it was mostly for a time waster but its been a lot of fun cranking out something through the amp...
Wednesday, August 09, 2006
Fork in the Road...
If you look back through the history of my blogs, maybe for the year, I had been coming off as ambivalent. At least thats what I think it has been like. General unhappiness? I'm not sure, but a lot of left alone statements never acted on, or forgotten. I kept trying to get kickstarted, but really I just seemed to sputter along. To get to the point, I am going to leave the Occupational Therapy program. I'm going to fail out.
Now, I had blogged earlier about the repeated course. I thought that when that happened, I would get kickstarted to work hard. I did, I studied pretty damn hard for the practical exams that were left. There was a lot of measuring and borrowing of assessments. Frick, I even bought a goniometer. Once the practical exams were over, I was kind of happy and proud to get through it. My response had been a good one, I was going through some adversity, handled it, and thought I was going to be better off for it.
Then I went off to work through the course I was repeating. There is not much too it, I fell back into the previous habits of doing the minimum to get it done. Not good, because you don't want any health professional on your case doing only the minimum. It should have been simple enough, but for some reason I was getting drained. The course itself wasn't actually that long and I had plenty of time... Yet near the end I felt stretched for time...
To get back on track, this placement did not go well. I'll summarize why as quick as I can. I knew that I was doing a poor job, but didn't work to correct it. Procastination was occurring, but it was a different kind, because normally you at least feel guilty. I didn't really feel guilty, I was okay with letting it slide. Finally it reached a point where I couldn't come back from it. In the end, I did have a choice. I could have taken a shot, try and get back to a pass. I thought to myself, do I have the attitude, committment, and desire to do this? I thought I asked myself this just a little while ago, and responded well. But this time I thought back to the whole year. Was I happy in this program? Did anything excite? Was I just trying to finish a degree? I have only a year left, and having a degree could have lead to looking at some graduate options... but the choice has been made. I'm out.
Its frightening. Did I make the right choice? What should I have done? Should I have continued? Are there still other doors open for me? I've probably left a bit out for now, but right now I am looking at some career counselling. There are some books to read and fill out, and hopefully this helps me with some decision making. Time is not exactly my friend....
Anyways, thats kind of an update. Next blog will be a quickie, and will potentially introduce you to the our latest and greatest catch phrase.
If you look back through the history of my blogs, maybe for the year, I had been coming off as ambivalent. At least thats what I think it has been like. General unhappiness? I'm not sure, but a lot of left alone statements never acted on, or forgotten. I kept trying to get kickstarted, but really I just seemed to sputter along. To get to the point, I am going to leave the Occupational Therapy program. I'm going to fail out.
Now, I had blogged earlier about the repeated course. I thought that when that happened, I would get kickstarted to work hard. I did, I studied pretty damn hard for the practical exams that were left. There was a lot of measuring and borrowing of assessments. Frick, I even bought a goniometer. Once the practical exams were over, I was kind of happy and proud to get through it. My response had been a good one, I was going through some adversity, handled it, and thought I was going to be better off for it.
Then I went off to work through the course I was repeating. There is not much too it, I fell back into the previous habits of doing the minimum to get it done. Not good, because you don't want any health professional on your case doing only the minimum. It should have been simple enough, but for some reason I was getting drained. The course itself wasn't actually that long and I had plenty of time... Yet near the end I felt stretched for time...
To get back on track, this placement did not go well. I'll summarize why as quick as I can. I knew that I was doing a poor job, but didn't work to correct it. Procastination was occurring, but it was a different kind, because normally you at least feel guilty. I didn't really feel guilty, I was okay with letting it slide. Finally it reached a point where I couldn't come back from it. In the end, I did have a choice. I could have taken a shot, try and get back to a pass. I thought to myself, do I have the attitude, committment, and desire to do this? I thought I asked myself this just a little while ago, and responded well. But this time I thought back to the whole year. Was I happy in this program? Did anything excite? Was I just trying to finish a degree? I have only a year left, and having a degree could have lead to looking at some graduate options... but the choice has been made. I'm out.
Its frightening. Did I make the right choice? What should I have done? Should I have continued? Are there still other doors open for me? I've probably left a bit out for now, but right now I am looking at some career counselling. There are some books to read and fill out, and hopefully this helps me with some decision making. Time is not exactly my friend....
Anyways, thats kind of an update. Next blog will be a quickie, and will potentially introduce you to the our latest and greatest catch phrase.
Monday, July 31, 2006
Everlong
I'm not having the best time on placement here, and a lot of has to do with the fact that I'm not taking advantage of what is here. I'm not stepping up is basically the gist. I'm gonna let another day pass before I put something up.
In the meantime, I feel like putting up a blog so maybe I'll talk about music for once. I'm not a huge follower of music but my preference is largely toward rock. I lean closer to "modern rock" but really, I listen mostly to mainstream music. I'm really too lazy to go out and search for whats out there. The songs I'll bring up here are mostly slow ones because while its nice to totally rock out, right now I'm not in the mood and slower songs just seem to have a way of sucking me in.
Glycerine- Bush
Seems to be about relationships and uses the substance glycerine as a metaphor for the volatile nature of relationships. For me, it feels like you're looking back on a situation and you feel numb. There isn't an emotion attached to it, and its just so hard to explain whats going on yet it makes sense what has happened.
4 am - Our Lady Peace
Really simple song but I just felt a lot of raw emotion come out of it. Also makes me think about those times where you stay up in bed until, yeah, 4 am, just obsessing about something. Could be about anything. You may not even know in this case, but for whatever reason you toss and turn.
Waiting - Green Day
I didn't like the video that went with this song because it seemed to scream "party video!" Really, besides the poppy sound it doesn't have anything to do with partying. It seems like a straightforward song about getting a big opportunity and being nervous about taking it. Maybe you'll take a chance and succeed, maybe you won't even take the chance at all... You just have a level of anxiety that you're not used to and at least in this moment, it paralyzes you. I guess by the more upbeat nature of the music you're supposed to pop out of it?
One of my favorite songs is from the Foo Fighters and its titled Everlong.
Most cranking version of Everlong ever is here. Its not a slow song, but the music just seems to speak to me, if that makes sense. The song seems to imply that things happen too fast. You want to hang onto one moment, because after that, or even before that, everything falls back down to Earth. The music gives a feeling of excitement that you can rock out to, but to repeat myself a bit, the speed gives a sense that its all happening to quickly and will be over too all too soon. It slows down in the middle to let you savor it, so it can hit the chorus one last time before ending.
Its not a happy or sad song again, but you just long for that moment. You've waited for it and its passed, so you relive it. Again and again, you think of that one spot of time that has implanted itself in you for the rest of your life. Alright, now I'm just repeating myself...
These songs all are fairly simple, but raw. There is uncertainty, and each contain some lingering in the past. And to me, they're just there for you to feel.
I'm not having the best time on placement here, and a lot of has to do with the fact that I'm not taking advantage of what is here. I'm not stepping up is basically the gist. I'm gonna let another day pass before I put something up.
In the meantime, I feel like putting up a blog so maybe I'll talk about music for once. I'm not a huge follower of music but my preference is largely toward rock. I lean closer to "modern rock" but really, I listen mostly to mainstream music. I'm really too lazy to go out and search for whats out there. The songs I'll bring up here are mostly slow ones because while its nice to totally rock out, right now I'm not in the mood and slower songs just seem to have a way of sucking me in.
Glycerine- Bush
Seems to be about relationships and uses the substance glycerine as a metaphor for the volatile nature of relationships. For me, it feels like you're looking back on a situation and you feel numb. There isn't an emotion attached to it, and its just so hard to explain whats going on yet it makes sense what has happened.
4 am - Our Lady Peace
Really simple song but I just felt a lot of raw emotion come out of it. Also makes me think about those times where you stay up in bed until, yeah, 4 am, just obsessing about something. Could be about anything. You may not even know in this case, but for whatever reason you toss and turn.
Waiting - Green Day
I didn't like the video that went with this song because it seemed to scream "party video!" Really, besides the poppy sound it doesn't have anything to do with partying. It seems like a straightforward song about getting a big opportunity and being nervous about taking it. Maybe you'll take a chance and succeed, maybe you won't even take the chance at all... You just have a level of anxiety that you're not used to and at least in this moment, it paralyzes you. I guess by the more upbeat nature of the music you're supposed to pop out of it?
One of my favorite songs is from the Foo Fighters and its titled Everlong.
Most cranking version of Everlong ever is here. Its not a slow song, but the music just seems to speak to me, if that makes sense. The song seems to imply that things happen too fast. You want to hang onto one moment, because after that, or even before that, everything falls back down to Earth. The music gives a feeling of excitement that you can rock out to, but to repeat myself a bit, the speed gives a sense that its all happening to quickly and will be over too all too soon. It slows down in the middle to let you savor it, so it can hit the chorus one last time before ending.
Its not a happy or sad song again, but you just long for that moment. You've waited for it and its passed, so you relive it. Again and again, you think of that one spot of time that has implanted itself in you for the rest of your life. Alright, now I'm just repeating myself...
These songs all are fairly simple, but raw. There is uncertainty, and each contain some lingering in the past. And to me, they're just there for you to feel.
Monday, July 24, 2006
The Name Game
I enabled random posting again, just in case someone that I don't think reads this, actually does. Than it would be nice to know if they have anything to say. Anyways, just a brief comment for this blog. For those that don't know, my cousin has impregnated his girlfriend. Rather than get into any of that, I'm going to choose my mom's reaction and go straight to the "awww a baby!!!" While at Kdays we had conversations about what the kid's potential name could be. Kevin has managed to come up with Mojo... Mojo Boon? Someome please top that...
I enabled random posting again, just in case someone that I don't think reads this, actually does. Than it would be nice to know if they have anything to say. Anyways, just a brief comment for this blog. For those that don't know, my cousin has impregnated his girlfriend. Rather than get into any of that, I'm going to choose my mom's reaction and go straight to the "awww a baby!!!" While at Kdays we had conversations about what the kid's potential name could be. Kevin has managed to come up with Mojo... Mojo Boon? Someome please top that...
Thursday, July 13, 2006
Klondike Days and that Mechanized Dragon... Its not Capital Ex Dammit...
For some reason I'm really looking forward to going to Klondike Days. Maybe its because I'm in Camrose for the rest of my summer and when I ask about things to do, walking trails and Wal-Mart top the list. But lets move this blog forward by thinking backward. ..
My very very first memory that I can actually recall is walking in the scorching sun and trying to make it underneath that bridge that connects the formerly known as Northlands Coliseum to the Agricom. Yep, we're heading off to Klondike Days! I can't remember a lot except those little cars you could drive on those old wooden tracks. Except you didn't really drive, but it was still super awesome. Another childhood memory I have is the ride "Dragon Wagon." Its a tiny kids roller coaster that travels in a loop and has two whole bumps. As a kid, this ride scared the shit out of me as it seemed to move me much faster than any previous experience. That damn dragon, too intense. (On a side note, in a random fit of rage, I threw away my favorite childhood book, Dragon in a Wagon... oh what have I done?!)
Ah, and there is always the Midway games. I declare myself to be the Whack-A-Mole champion! This is the only game where I aways win, but the downside is I have to keep spending and beating other people to win an stuffed prize I don't want... anymore... Well the amusing part is when anyone decides to play against me, despite knowing I have and will again without doubt hand them utter and horrible defeat. Awesome.
Then there is the food. Corndogs!!!... Three dollars for a small one?? Aww crap... why must I fall for you, delectable fried food. You are sweet and salty... how?! And those classic times people have taken on Monster Dogs. Man...
Finally, my favorite part, RIDES!!. At one time, I was not a fan of rides. Yep, these sky high dragon fast dizzying machines freaked me out. But now I've embraced these mechanized spin machines, because where else can I get such excitement? To me its like performing any really good jump kick except without having to put hard work and train for it. You get an adrenaline rush and thrills galore! Right now, all I want is to get strapped into the Fireball and feel the wind and G's as the ride goes. And lets not forget the rides that clearly state: "Heavier person on the inside." Seriously, don't ignore that instruction and don't be the jerk that flares his elbows out. ...Heh....
Again, I'm looking forward to having fun at Kdays and I'll end off by paraphrasing Mitch Hedberg, "Weeeee! That is what people say when they are having fun. They refer to themselves and other people."
For some reason I'm really looking forward to going to Klondike Days. Maybe its because I'm in Camrose for the rest of my summer and when I ask about things to do, walking trails and Wal-Mart top the list. But lets move this blog forward by thinking backward. ..
My very very first memory that I can actually recall is walking in the scorching sun and trying to make it underneath that bridge that connects the formerly known as Northlands Coliseum to the Agricom. Yep, we're heading off to Klondike Days! I can't remember a lot except those little cars you could drive on those old wooden tracks. Except you didn't really drive, but it was still super awesome. Another childhood memory I have is the ride "Dragon Wagon." Its a tiny kids roller coaster that travels in a loop and has two whole bumps. As a kid, this ride scared the shit out of me as it seemed to move me much faster than any previous experience. That damn dragon, too intense. (On a side note, in a random fit of rage, I threw away my favorite childhood book, Dragon in a Wagon... oh what have I done?!)
Ah, and there is always the Midway games. I declare myself to be the Whack-A-Mole champion! This is the only game where I aways win, but the downside is I have to keep spending and beating other people to win an stuffed prize I don't want... anymore... Well the amusing part is when anyone decides to play against me, despite knowing I have and will again without doubt hand them utter and horrible defeat. Awesome.
Then there is the food. Corndogs!!!... Three dollars for a small one?? Aww crap... why must I fall for you, delectable fried food. You are sweet and salty... how?! And those classic times people have taken on Monster Dogs. Man...
Finally, my favorite part, RIDES!!. At one time, I was not a fan of rides. Yep, these sky high dragon fast dizzying machines freaked me out. But now I've embraced these mechanized spin machines, because where else can I get such excitement? To me its like performing any really good jump kick except without having to put hard work and train for it. You get an adrenaline rush and thrills galore! Right now, all I want is to get strapped into the Fireball and feel the wind and G's as the ride goes. And lets not forget the rides that clearly state: "Heavier person on the inside." Seriously, don't ignore that instruction and don't be the jerk that flares his elbows out. ...Heh....
Again, I'm looking forward to having fun at Kdays and I'll end off by paraphrasing Mitch Hedberg, "Weeeee! That is what people say when they are having fun. They refer to themselves and other people."
Monday, July 10, 2006
The Rose City
So I've spent a full day and night now in Camrose and ... I am bored. Anyways, lets go over some things during my stay thus far:
I settled in on Sunday and went to bed early. Somewhere around 11 I started hearing music from my neighbour. I start hearing symphonic type music and wonder, I wonder if thats a girl next door. Cue the switch to AC/DC! Oh yeah, I'm staying in the dormrooms of a bible study college. Seriously, crapdammit, You have to blast AC/DC at 11 pm?? Finally I knock on the door, quick intro, "hey I'm trying to get some sleep, your music is too loud" and he goes oh sorry, and thanks for coming to me instead of complaining. I head back to bed and the musc is turned down but I realize that the walls are seemingly as soundproof as lego bricks. Okay fine, I don't know how well Lego contains sound, but I could still hear the AC/DC. Dammit, its not even the Back in Black album. Eventually I get to sleep...
So I wake up for my first day at my new placement. For my first day I would be actually be driving with my preceptor (supervisor) to Viking, which is about 45-50 minutes from Camrose. Yay... As it turns out she has an orientation day due to a job she has started a while ago and hasn't been able to make one of the orientation day for a while. The point is, the day was pretty much a snoozefest and I didn't really do anything.
Once that part of the day is over, I eventually have to make supper for myself. Now, the kitchen I have access to is across the street from me. Its not a great situation, but whatever. I was not able to successfully adapt to the fact that my materials adn the kitchen was seperated by so much space. I kept forgetting materials everytime I walked to the kitchen. "Oh crap, I forgot the pots *runs back*... oh crap, I forgot the butter *runs back*.... and is the inside of this fridge actually warmer than this room?" Well, I don't feel that I really cook anyways. I just sort of heat up some foodstuffs, and unite them in a bowl...
And now, here I am. I actually went to the visitor center and asked what is there to do in Camrose. The response? There are musuems around, if you like those. My preceptor said that Camrose is marketed as a retirement community as well. Its a slower paced lifestyle than Edmonton and it is filled with some nice scenery and walking trails. But walking is for suckers...le sigh
Anyways, time to head off before some more great but not appreciated at night because I'm fucking trying to sleep hard rock is blasted by my dorm neighbor...
So I've spent a full day and night now in Camrose and ... I am bored. Anyways, lets go over some things during my stay thus far:
I settled in on Sunday and went to bed early. Somewhere around 11 I started hearing music from my neighbour. I start hearing symphonic type music and wonder, I wonder if thats a girl next door. Cue the switch to AC/DC! Oh yeah, I'm staying in the dormrooms of a bible study college. Seriously, crapdammit, You have to blast AC/DC at 11 pm?? Finally I knock on the door, quick intro, "hey I'm trying to get some sleep, your music is too loud" and he goes oh sorry, and thanks for coming to me instead of complaining. I head back to bed and the musc is turned down but I realize that the walls are seemingly as soundproof as lego bricks. Okay fine, I don't know how well Lego contains sound, but I could still hear the AC/DC. Dammit, its not even the Back in Black album. Eventually I get to sleep...
So I wake up for my first day at my new placement. For my first day I would be actually be driving with my preceptor (supervisor) to Viking, which is about 45-50 minutes from Camrose. Yay... As it turns out she has an orientation day due to a job she has started a while ago and hasn't been able to make one of the orientation day for a while. The point is, the day was pretty much a snoozefest and I didn't really do anything.
Once that part of the day is over, I eventually have to make supper for myself. Now, the kitchen I have access to is across the street from me. Its not a great situation, but whatever. I was not able to successfully adapt to the fact that my materials adn the kitchen was seperated by so much space. I kept forgetting materials everytime I walked to the kitchen. "Oh crap, I forgot the pots *runs back*... oh crap, I forgot the butter *runs back*.... and is the inside of this fridge actually warmer than this room?" Well, I don't feel that I really cook anyways. I just sort of heat up some foodstuffs, and unite them in a bowl...
And now, here I am. I actually went to the visitor center and asked what is there to do in Camrose. The response? There are musuems around, if you like those. My preceptor said that Camrose is marketed as a retirement community as well. Its a slower paced lifestyle than Edmonton and it is filled with some nice scenery and walking trails. But walking is for suckers...le sigh
Anyways, time to head off before some more great but not appreciated at night because I'm fucking trying to sleep hard rock is blasted by my dorm neighbor...
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