I watched the Westminster Kennel Club dog show on tv over the last 2 nights. I have to say that I disagreed with the judge's pick for BIS. In fact, I didn't even think that dog (an English Springer Spaniel named "James") should have even won his group. Now don't get me wrong, James is a great dog and a worthy representative of the ESS breed. However, when I was watching the sporting group on Tuesday night I thought many of the dogs in the ring were better. I thought the Vizsla (who ended up taking group 2nd) was a truly outstanding dog and should have won the group without question.
As far as the BIS lineup went, I was rooting for the PBGV. I always root for the hound as they haven't won BIS at Westminster since 1983.... they are the underdogs for sure LOL. I also liked the Dandie Dinmont Terrier... what an amazing showdog. And although I hate to admit it as I don't like the breed, but the Toy Poodle was a real beauty. The same can be said for the Bouvier... I'm not wild about the breed but felt that particular dog was outstanding. I also liked the Akita for her balance and style. Of all the dogs in that line up I thought the Standard Poodle and the ESS were the weakest... good thing I didn't place any bets on who would win or I'd be out some major money! LOL!
Happy Valentines Day everyone :)
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
Friday, February 09, 2007
The "get to know you" e-mails......
I responded to one today but just in case I missed anyone on my "To" list, here it is for all to read and get to know & love me :)
1. What is your occupation? Database Administrator
2. What color are your socks right now? naked feet
3. What are you listening to right now? Elton breathing and computer humming noises
4. What was the last thing that you ate? cheesecake last night for dessert... I should really make myself some breakfast
5. Can you drive a stick shift? yes
6. If you were a crayon, what color would you be? flesh colour :)
7. Last person you spoke to on the phone? conference call at work this morning
8. Do you like the person who sent this to you? of course :)
9. How old are you today? 32
10. Favorite drink? really into club soda these days
11. What is your favorite sport to watch? Gymnastics, dog shows, and I should probably put Professional Wrestling in there now too :)
12. Have you ever dyed your hair? yes
13. Pets? more than one
14. Chips or cookies? depends on the mood I'm in
15. What was the last movie you watched? Star Wars Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (last night while eating cheesecake LOL)
16. Favorite day of the year? Christmas Eve
17. What do you do to vent anger? Either work out or just get mad & try to deal with it.
18. What was your favorite toy as a child? stuffed panda bear
19. What is your favorite fall or spring? Spring
20. Hugs or kisses? Depends on the giver/recipient
21. Cherries or Blueberries? Neither... if I have to pick then cherries
22. Do you want your friends to email you back? Well of course!
23. Who is most likely to respond? Jackie
24. Who is most likely not to respond? Valerie
25. Living arrangements? a home with a wonderful fiance and a few doggies
26. When was the last time you cried? 2 days ago... I was nauseous and feeling sorry for myself LOL.
27. What is on the floor of your closet? Laundry basket and empty suitcases
28. Who is the friend you have had the longest that you are sending this? Valerie
29. What did you do last night? Went out for dinner for Margaret's birthday then came home & watched a movie while sharing a piece of cheesecake with Vince. I'm sure I've mentioned that already LOL.
30. (There is no question 30 LOL)
31. What inspires you? People that have already overcome the challenges I am currently facing
32. What are you afraid of? murderers, rapists, generally the bad guys in life
33. Plain, cheesy or spicy hamburgers? Cheesy
34. Favorite dog breed? I better say cockers or I have the wrong breed at home LOL
35. Number of keys on your key ring? about 10... more than I really need
36. How many years at your current job? 3
37. Favorite time of the day? bedtime :)
38. How many states have you lived in? 0 but 2 provinces
39. Favorite holiday? christmas
40. Ever driven a Motorcycle or heavy machinery? Motorcycle yes, machinery no.
1. What is your occupation? Database Administrator
2. What color are your socks right now? naked feet
3. What are you listening to right now? Elton breathing and computer humming noises
4. What was the last thing that you ate? cheesecake last night for dessert... I should really make myself some breakfast
5. Can you drive a stick shift? yes
6. If you were a crayon, what color would you be? flesh colour :)
7. Last person you spoke to on the phone? conference call at work this morning
8. Do you like the person who sent this to you? of course :)
9. How old are you today? 32
10. Favorite drink? really into club soda these days
11. What is your favorite sport to watch? Gymnastics, dog shows, and I should probably put Professional Wrestling in there now too :)
12. Have you ever dyed your hair? yes
13. Pets? more than one
14. Chips or cookies? depends on the mood I'm in
15. What was the last movie you watched? Star Wars Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (last night while eating cheesecake LOL)
16. Favorite day of the year? Christmas Eve
17. What do you do to vent anger? Either work out or just get mad & try to deal with it.
18. What was your favorite toy as a child? stuffed panda bear
19. What is your favorite fall or spring? Spring
20. Hugs or kisses? Depends on the giver/recipient
21. Cherries or Blueberries? Neither... if I have to pick then cherries
22. Do you want your friends to email you back? Well of course!
23. Who is most likely to respond? Jackie
24. Who is most likely not to respond? Valerie
25. Living arrangements? a home with a wonderful fiance and a few doggies
26. When was the last time you cried? 2 days ago... I was nauseous and feeling sorry for myself LOL.
27. What is on the floor of your closet? Laundry basket and empty suitcases
28. Who is the friend you have had the longest that you are sending this? Valerie
29. What did you do last night? Went out for dinner for Margaret's birthday then came home & watched a movie while sharing a piece of cheesecake with Vince. I'm sure I've mentioned that already LOL.
30. (There is no question 30 LOL)
31. What inspires you? People that have already overcome the challenges I am currently facing
32. What are you afraid of? murderers, rapists, generally the bad guys in life
33. Plain, cheesy or spicy hamburgers? Cheesy
34. Favorite dog breed? I better say cockers or I have the wrong breed at home LOL
35. Number of keys on your key ring? about 10... more than I really need
36. How many years at your current job? 3
37. Favorite time of the day? bedtime :)
38. How many states have you lived in? 0 but 2 provinces
39. Favorite holiday? christmas
40. Ever driven a Motorcycle or heavy machinery? Motorcycle yes, machinery no.
Thursday, February 08, 2007
Everyone is blogging.... Bloggity, blog, blog
Some new blog buddies have joined my life since I last sent my blog links. So here, for your enjoyment, are the blogs I check frequently.....
My sister, Louisa's blog.... extremely funny and entertaining. Observations about life in a Seinfeld-esque kind of way :)
My friend, Kelly's blog.... the trials of raising a puppy and getting a masters degree (almost done!!!! :) )
My brother, Ben's blog.... contains updates on Ben's life (the parts he'll let us read about LOL)
My aunt (grannie), Valerie's blog.... super brand new so really nothing to summarize LOL
My friend, Lyndarae's blog.... the adventures of Flick & Cajun as well as observations on life.
My cousin, Sarah's blog..... the adventuresome life of chasing after two young boys. Honestly I don't know where Sarah finds the time to blog :)
Ross The Intern's blog.... daily updates on Ross's life. It's so different from my life that I feel like I'm reading a fictional story. Like Harry Potter in LA or something LOL.
My sister, Louisa's blog.... extremely funny and entertaining. Observations about life in a Seinfeld-esque kind of way :)
My friend, Kelly's blog.... the trials of raising a puppy and getting a masters degree (almost done!!!! :) )
My brother, Ben's blog.... contains updates on Ben's life (the parts he'll let us read about LOL)
My aunt (grannie), Valerie's blog.... super brand new so really nothing to summarize LOL
My friend, Lyndarae's blog.... the adventures of Flick & Cajun as well as observations on life.
My cousin, Sarah's blog..... the adventuresome life of chasing after two young boys. Honestly I don't know where Sarah finds the time to blog :)
Ross The Intern's blog.... daily updates on Ross's life. It's so different from my life that I feel like I'm reading a fictional story. Like Harry Potter in LA or something LOL.
Tuesday, February 06, 2007
Heroes
Okay, if you aren't watching this show then you are missing out on the BEST SHOW ON TV...... EVER!!!!!! How much did it rock last night? It TOTALLY rocked!
Friday, February 02, 2007
I tried on my wedding dress today....
And I had the strangest reaction.... ambivalence. I didn't feel any more bride-like than I did in my jeans & t-shirt. I wasn't really excited like I thought I would be. I mean, I wasn't upset or anything either. I was just.... there. Trying on a dress. It looked exactly like I thought it would. It was a wee bit snug in the hips but I expected that.
Strange that I wasn't more excited. Maybe it's because of the ladies that came with me to see it (they didn't get excited either). Or maybe it's because we are in the middle of a blizzard so it doesn't feel very weddingy right now. Or maybe it's just because I'm just not a girly-girl and I don't get excited about stuff like that. I'm not sure. But either way... it's clear to me that I need to drop the extra pounds to look awesome in the dress. Surprise! LOL. Somehow it always comes back to weight loss.
Strange that I wasn't more excited. Maybe it's because of the ladies that came with me to see it (they didn't get excited either). Or maybe it's because we are in the middle of a blizzard so it doesn't feel very weddingy right now. Or maybe it's just because I'm just not a girly-girl and I don't get excited about stuff like that. I'm not sure. But either way... it's clear to me that I need to drop the extra pounds to look awesome in the dress. Surprise! LOL. Somehow it always comes back to weight loss.
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
Dealing with the highs and lows... and just being a girl
I've felt kind of emotional over the last few days. I mean, I knew I was getting my period so that was part of it but it seemed that the tiniest thing would just make me want to cry. But last night it was really bad... I was bawling and blubbering over how fat I was and how could Vince ever want to marry me and I was going to look like a beluga whale walking down the aisle on our wedding day and why oh why don't I have any self control when it comes to food and even though I'm overall eating way healthier than I used to why am I still unable to lose the weight I want? Really I was a pathetic mess. And then this morning I got my period so I think it's pretty safe to blame the sob-fest on hormones/PMS.
However, if Vince (or anyone) had told me yesterday that I had PMS I would have ripped their face off for daring to suggest that I might be a tad emotional and that my fears were blown out of proportion.... even though I would have known they were right. So my question is this... how come we as women acknowledge that we have PMS but no one is allowed to say we have it? Is it like the n-word thing? Like black people are allowed to say it to each other but white people aren't allowed to say it? Or is it more like the "fat" thing... I can say I'm fat but if anyone else says that I'm fat then it's just plain rude. Any thoughts?
The wedding invitations have mostly been sent out. There are just a few that need to be hand-delivered still. RSVP's are starting to come in which is kind of cool as that means I can start building a seating chart for the reception. The decorations are being finalized, my garters (one to keep and one to throw) have arrived, the cake cutting set has been purchased, and I have a wonderful family member (Weeza) who has stepped in to be the emcee because another family member backed out. So now I just need to put the favours together, buy pantyhose, and I have to figure out how to decorate the head table..... oh yeah, and I need to lose 20 lbs and then I can get married LOL. I'm down 1.4 lbs today which puts me exactly 20 lbs above my wedding day goal. Wish me luck :) Link to chart.
However, if Vince (or anyone) had told me yesterday that I had PMS I would have ripped their face off for daring to suggest that I might be a tad emotional and that my fears were blown out of proportion.... even though I would have known they were right. So my question is this... how come we as women acknowledge that we have PMS but no one is allowed to say we have it? Is it like the n-word thing? Like black people are allowed to say it to each other but white people aren't allowed to say it? Or is it more like the "fat" thing... I can say I'm fat but if anyone else says that I'm fat then it's just plain rude. Any thoughts?
The wedding invitations have mostly been sent out. There are just a few that need to be hand-delivered still. RSVP's are starting to come in which is kind of cool as that means I can start building a seating chart for the reception. The decorations are being finalized, my garters (one to keep and one to throw) have arrived, the cake cutting set has been purchased, and I have a wonderful family member (Weeza) who has stepped in to be the emcee because another family member backed out. So now I just need to put the favours together, buy pantyhose, and I have to figure out how to decorate the head table..... oh yeah, and I need to lose 20 lbs and then I can get married LOL. I'm down 1.4 lbs today which puts me exactly 20 lbs above my wedding day goal. Wish me luck :) Link to chart.
Tuesday, January 30, 2007
If I was the ruler of TV-land (spoilers)
I would change how they handle guest stars. For example, whenever there is a recognizable guest star on Law & Order you can guarantee he/she is going to be the murderer. The police will be investigating a crime and they go to a bar where a witness to the crime just happens to be Fonzie from Happy Days. Well you know right then that Arthur Fonzarelli is not just a witness to the crime as his role would be done in just one or maybe two scenes. The Fonz is going to end up being the killer so his role can cover the whole episode of investigation, arrest, and trial.
I also hate it when they announce the big guest star at the beginning of the show and/or in the description of the episode (in TV Guide or digital cable/satellite guide info)... especially when the star will only show up briefly at the end and they want him/her to have an impact with the audience. Last night on Heroes we learned in the opening credits and from the episode description that Star Trek's Mr Sulu (George Takei) was going to guest star as Hiro's father. No biggie if he had shown up in the first 10 minutes or so and had a storyline for the whole episode. However, the way it played out is that Hiro & Ando are running from some guys who eventually end up catching them and taking them to the "Big Boss" who, it is revealed in the last 5 seconds of the show, is Mr Sulu and he is Hiro's daddy. How much more impact would it have had with the audience if we hadn't seen it coming for the previous 60 minutes?
Remember the 1998 movie "Out Of Sight" with Geoge Clooney and Jennifer Lopez? It was pretty forgettable. However, in the last few minutes there is a scene where Samuel L Jackson plays an inmate. It's completely uncredited and comes totally out of the blue... and I'll never forget it because I didn't see it coming. There was also a scene with Michael Keaton that was uncredited and never promoted. It was awesome and memorable! THAT'S how you use a guest star to have the greatest impact with the audience.
I also hate it when they announce the big guest star at the beginning of the show and/or in the description of the episode (in TV Guide or digital cable/satellite guide info)... especially when the star will only show up briefly at the end and they want him/her to have an impact with the audience. Last night on Heroes we learned in the opening credits and from the episode description that Star Trek's Mr Sulu (George Takei) was going to guest star as Hiro's father. No biggie if he had shown up in the first 10 minutes or so and had a storyline for the whole episode. However, the way it played out is that Hiro & Ando are running from some guys who eventually end up catching them and taking them to the "Big Boss" who, it is revealed in the last 5 seconds of the show, is Mr Sulu and he is Hiro's daddy. How much more impact would it have had with the audience if we hadn't seen it coming for the previous 60 minutes?
Remember the 1998 movie "Out Of Sight" with Geoge Clooney and Jennifer Lopez? It was pretty forgettable. However, in the last few minutes there is a scene where Samuel L Jackson plays an inmate. It's completely uncredited and comes totally out of the blue... and I'll never forget it because I didn't see it coming. There was also a scene with Michael Keaton that was uncredited and never promoted. It was awesome and memorable! THAT'S how you use a guest star to have the greatest impact with the audience.
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