Monday, October 29, 2007
"Totally Lame" Meme (a little late)
TO DO:
List 5 things you do, did or like that some may consider “totally lame,” but that you are totally proud of.
1. When I play a game, I play by the rules -- no variations. I hate to play "house rules" for Monopoly (i.e. money for free parking, not allowed to buy until after you've gone around the board once, etc.) It only makes a long game even longer. It annoyed my grandma that I didn't want to play Scrabble with 9 tiles instead of 7. I realize there are many variations of card games which does not bother me as long as the rules and variations are decided on before the game starts.
2. I still love the Daily Show. I've had a huge crush on Jon Stewart ever since "the Jon Stewart Show" that came on after Lettermen for a brief time. Some people say it isn't as funny as it used to be but show like it change in waves. Right now a lot of the "correspondents" are relatively new and trying to find the pace of the show. Most people don't remember what it was like when Steve Carell, Stephen Colbert, Rob Corddry and Ed Helms were new. Exact same thing. At the time I was heartbroken that Mo Rocca, Nancy Walls and Beth Littleford were gone. Eventually over time the new people became favourites as well.
3. I adore Martha Stewart. Yesterday I was reminded of it when she said a recipe called for 2 rims of celery. Martha would never incorrectly call it a stalk. People don't realize how funny she is unless you've seen her eat bean burritos and drink malt liquor on Conan.
4. Math & Science. People don't realize that I love learning about any topic but math and science seems to be less socially acceptable.
5. As many others have mentioned, I have many stuffed animals in my room (well my room in Calgary, they are packed away right now). I have a friend who is a complete minimalist, she thinks anything that does not have a use and is used often needs to be gone. It is so beyond her comprehension to keep something for sentimental reasons. My stuff animals were on top of my bookshelves, they weren't in the way of anything. She said to me "You are a grown woman, you should not have stuffed animals!" I completely disagreed.
List 5 things you do, did or like that some may consider “totally lame,” but that you are totally proud of.
1. When I play a game, I play by the rules -- no variations. I hate to play "house rules" for Monopoly (i.e. money for free parking, not allowed to buy until after you've gone around the board once, etc.) It only makes a long game even longer. It annoyed my grandma that I didn't want to play Scrabble with 9 tiles instead of 7. I realize there are many variations of card games which does not bother me as long as the rules and variations are decided on before the game starts.
2. I still love the Daily Show. I've had a huge crush on Jon Stewart ever since "the Jon Stewart Show" that came on after Lettermen for a brief time. Some people say it isn't as funny as it used to be but show like it change in waves. Right now a lot of the "correspondents" are relatively new and trying to find the pace of the show. Most people don't remember what it was like when Steve Carell, Stephen Colbert, Rob Corddry and Ed Helms were new. Exact same thing. At the time I was heartbroken that Mo Rocca, Nancy Walls and Beth Littleford were gone. Eventually over time the new people became favourites as well.
3. I adore Martha Stewart. Yesterday I was reminded of it when she said a recipe called for 2 rims of celery. Martha would never incorrectly call it a stalk. People don't realize how funny she is unless you've seen her eat bean burritos and drink malt liquor on Conan.
4. Math & Science. People don't realize that I love learning about any topic but math and science seems to be less socially acceptable.
5. As many others have mentioned, I have many stuffed animals in my room (well my room in Calgary, they are packed away right now). I have a friend who is a complete minimalist, she thinks anything that does not have a use and is used often needs to be gone. It is so beyond her comprehension to keep something for sentimental reasons. My stuff animals were on top of my bookshelves, they weren't in the way of anything. She said to me "You are a grown woman, you should not have stuffed animals!" I completely disagreed.
Thursday, October 25, 2007
Back for Good
I don't know if you've heard or not, I've moved to Regina. I arrived on Monday.
Upon leaving Calgary, a friend congratulated me on escaping the "hole".
Upon leaving Calgary, a friend congratulated me on escaping the "hole".
Saturday, October 20, 2007
RIP Todd
The beloved hamster Todd (AKA Roadkill) passed away in his sleep early yesterday evening. I'll never forget the time you ate the bead off this moccasin. You will be missed.
Friday, October 19, 2007
"Hey I like you… what's not to like? But you need to access your uncrazy side."
It is strange but I think Darryl is perfect for Kelly. He knows exactly what she is like and calls her out for it.
Thursday, October 18, 2007
Oot of the Closet
Best. Day. Ever. The Daily Show launch their new website today and posted tons of videos. I found the story they did about Regina and Bill Whatcott.
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
I'm squishing up my baby bumble bee...
won't my mommy be so proud of me.
I sorted through my teaching stuff and I got rid of 4 bins worth of binders. All teaching textbooks and binders have been condensed down to 3 bins. Once I have time after moving I plan to scan most of the contents of my binders which will eliminate another bin.
I sorted through my teaching stuff and I got rid of 4 bins worth of binders. All teaching textbooks and binders have been condensed down to 3 bins. Once I have time after moving I plan to scan most of the contents of my binders which will eliminate another bin.
Bad, Bad Idea
Teachers Agree to Bonus Pay Tied to Scores
By ELISSA GOOTMAN
Published: October 18, 2007
"Bonuses for New York City teachers would be based largely on the overall test scores of students at schools that have high concentrations of poor children."
Good idea in theory but I think it will just promote corruption and teaching to the test. I see this happening too much even when money is not involved. How very fitting that just this evening I came across a quote from Sask Learning that said "Having standards does not mean standardization." Beautiful.
By ELISSA GOOTMAN
Published: October 18, 2007
"Bonuses for New York City teachers would be based largely on the overall test scores of students at schools that have high concentrations of poor children."
Good idea in theory but I think it will just promote corruption and teaching to the test. I see this happening too much even when money is not involved. How very fitting that just this evening I came across a quote from Sask Learning that said "Having standards does not mean standardization." Beautiful.
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
I can finally order my new computer
It was announced this morning that Mac OS X Leopard is available on October 26. I'll wait until I've moved before I order. I am so excited.
Monday, October 15, 2007
The Battle of the Beards
Who's beard is better, Jack Shephard (Lost) or Nathan Patrelli (Heroes)?
*** Warning: Don't read the article until you've watched last year's season finales of both shows.*****
*** Warning: Don't read the article until you've watched last year's season finales of both shows.*****
Right Brain versus Left Brain
Bron saw her turning counter-clockwise, I saw her turning clockwise. Right brain thinker? Makes sense to me. I've taken a lot of career interest and personality tests in my time and it isn't tell me anything new.
RIGHT BRAIN FUNCTIONS
uses feeling
"big picture" oriented
imagination rules
symbols and images
present and future
philosophy & religion
can "get it" (i.e. meaning)
believes
appreciates
spatial perception
knows object function
fantasy based
presents possibilities
impetuous
risk taking
RIGHT BRAIN FUNCTIONS
uses feeling
"big picture" oriented
imagination rules
symbols and images
present and future
philosophy & religion
can "get it" (i.e. meaning)
believes
appreciates
spatial perception
knows object function
fantasy based
presents possibilities
impetuous
risk taking
Sunday, October 14, 2007
Into the Mind of Janny
I have been having wacked out dreams in the last week.
* BBQ at Dolly Parton's interrupted by a sea monster in the lake. Fleeing for our lives in a 1986 Astro Caravan (obviously what Dolly Parton would drive).
* Upon meeting Madonna at the grocery store, insisting to show her my Grade 9 PE dance routine. I couldn't remember it but kept on dancing.
*My uncle and his friends playing laser tag with corn dogs. I could not convince them it wouldn't work. They claimed since the corn dogs had extra long sticks, it would. They proved me wrong.
* BBQ at Dolly Parton's interrupted by a sea monster in the lake. Fleeing for our lives in a 1986 Astro Caravan (obviously what Dolly Parton would drive).
* Upon meeting Madonna at the grocery store, insisting to show her my Grade 9 PE dance routine. I couldn't remember it but kept on dancing.
*My uncle and his friends playing laser tag with corn dogs. I could not convince them it wouldn't work. They claimed since the corn dogs had extra long sticks, it would. They proved me wrong.
Why it is Hard Not to Laugh in Church
* It took me awhile to realize that he meant "evolving" instead of "evoluting"
* "Don't get mixed up with computers"
* "She was quite the musician with the guys with the batons" (As he twirls imaginary batons)
* The dude in front of me was wearing swim trunks.
* "At home I read the old version of the Bible". I wondered if it was the Dead Sea Scrolls.
* "I was excommunicated. Joy, joy, joy".
* "Don't get mixed up with computers"
* "She was quite the musician with the guys with the batons" (As he twirls imaginary batons)
* The dude in front of me was wearing swim trunks.
* "At home I read the old version of the Bible". I wondered if it was the Dead Sea Scrolls.
* "I was excommunicated. Joy, joy, joy".
One of the Mysterious of Life
How do I have 17 unpaired socks? How did I lose 17 socks? Where did I lose 17 socks? What does one do with 17 unpaired socks?
Thursday, October 4, 2007
Boss of No One
As much as my sister bugs me that I like being the boss, I really don't. I have so much to to do before I go away for the weekend and then so much to do before moving I don't know where to even begin. I need someone to tell me what to do.
Procrastinator's Clock
Do you find that setting your clock ahead still doesn't get you out the door faster? Then A Chindogu Clock for Procrastinators maybe for you. The clock is guaranteed to be up to 15 minutes fast but speeds up and slows down unpredictably so you never truly know how much time you have.
Wednesday, October 3, 2007
Let The Boys From 'Flight of the Conchords' Eat Cake
Posted by Nick Haramis at October 1, 2007, 3:01 PM
A very funny interview with Bret and Jemaine. I want to say my favourite part but Ky would punch me for giving it away.
A very funny interview with Bret and Jemaine. I want to say my favourite part but Ky would punch me for giving it away.
Stay Gold
S.E. Hinton and the groundbreaking 'Outsiders' , The Associated Press, Posted: October 3, 2007
S.E. Hinton reflects on the 40th anniversary of The Outsiders. She was just a teenager when she wrote it. Interestingly, the novel changed the way English was taught in high schools. Librarians and teachers were the reason the book became a best seller.
S.E. Hinton reflects on the 40th anniversary of The Outsiders. She was just a teenager when she wrote it. Interestingly, the novel changed the way English was taught in high schools. Librarians and teachers were the reason the book became a best seller.
Silver Lining
I am so excited that my new glasses came in early. They weren't supposed to come in until Friday morning but yesterday afternoon I got a call they were in.
I am so excited not to wear my contacts anymore -- my eyes were getting too ouchie. I do have some soreness in my eyes but I looked it up and it is probably because I haven't wore glasses in over a week (and my contacts so little). The website suggested putting them on as soon as I wake up in the morning and they will get better.
I am so excited not to wear my contacts anymore -- my eyes were getting too ouchie. I do have some soreness in my eyes but I looked it up and it is probably because I haven't wore glasses in over a week (and my contacts so little). The website suggested putting them on as soon as I wake up in the morning and they will get better.
What Were You Watching Last Night?
I fell in love with a new show last night called Pushing Daisies. I heard a lot about it and it more than lived up to the hype. I love this show for the same reason I love movies like Babe and Amelie : surreal, beautiful, so entirely pleasant and sweet you can't help but squeal.
Article Launched: 10/03/2007 03:06:57 AM PDT
****If you don't want to be spoiled about my favourite part of the show, avert your eyes.
At the end of the show, Ned and the girl named Chuck both hold their own hands pretending to be holding each others. Sigh, so sweet.
****If you don't want to be spoiled about my favourite part of the show, avert your eyes.
At the end of the show, Ned and the girl named Chuck both hold their own hands pretending to be holding each others. Sigh, so sweet.
Tuesday, October 2, 2007
How embarassing....
I was having problems with an e-bill account when the customer rep needed my password to help. When I create a password I'm expecting that no one will ever know what it is. I could feel myself turning red. Oy with the poodles already.
Monday, October 1, 2007
This is the worst day to look and feel unattractive.* I have a friend who is has a custom formal wear business and as a favour I am in a fashion show tonight. For the last six months or so I've had problems with really bad acne all over my neck and of course it is beyond horrible today. In addition to that I have no idea how to do my newly short hair. Argh. Also, my eyes are completely blood shot from my contacts that I have been wearing all the time.** I'm praying for a valid reason not to go.
It is a very strange occurrence for me to be treated sole on how I look at these fashion shows. People talk to you like you don't even have a thought in your head, no different than a mannequin.
* I realize I am a complete Debbie Downer lately but without Horatio Sanz wiping his eyes with waffles.
* *Yes, I realize that flushing your glasses down the toilet is funny to those of who are not unemployed and need new glasses. Even when it happened I was half laughing an crying. Now that since my eyes hurt so much from my contacts, it is no laughing and more crying.
It is a very strange occurrence for me to be treated sole on how I look at these fashion shows. People talk to you like you don't even have a thought in your head, no different than a mannequin.
* I realize I am a complete Debbie Downer lately but without Horatio Sanz wiping his eyes with waffles.
* *Yes, I realize that flushing your glasses down the toilet is funny to those of who are not unemployed and need new glasses. Even when it happened I was half laughing an crying. Now that since my eyes hurt so much from my contacts, it is no laughing and more crying.
Optimus Janice
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