i apologize for all these late weekend posts… things have been off in my life recently – lots of things going on with relationships, friendships, and yet they are all trumped by some major health issues that are coming up again… and hopefully this time we’ll make some head way on where to go, how to get there, and who I can lean on. so I must apologize… things like this blog end up taking a bit of a backseat. Nevertheless – the weekend was filled with good friends, good sports, GOOD food, and trying to be as normal as possible.
It’s also important to note that on Tuesday of this week, I flushed a fork down my toilet (yes. I know. I still am not sure how it happened, but it did NOT involve me eating in the washroom). So until Saturday night, I was not able to use my washroom… which made for quite the obstacle course of beign at people’s houses, or at work, for the right amount of time, so as to not have to use the toilet in my apt.
Saturday: woke up earlier than I hoped, and spent time trying to go back to sleep…. But ended up just lying there. Mentally prepared myself for the intense day I was going to have, and then took off running (mostly because I had to use the washroom, so had to get to the mall). Did some last minute shopping in my long time attempt to pick up birthstone earrings for my niece (which I still couldn’t find), wrapping things, and some household goodies I needed to pick up (can you say shelving for my beading stuff?). then, headed straight to Hamilton, for my niece’s first birthday party. Lots of food (and me drooling over more non-vegan food), lots of laughing, and I got to spend the afternoon with my second family, some little nieces and nephews, and videotaping memories (womp womp – cheese factor). When all was said and done, and gabs was ready for bed, we hung out and watched some hockey, and then I headed back to toronto. Got home, dropped stuff off, and then headed to Kensington market, to meet jeff at an open mic that his friend was playing at. We then headed over to another friend’s place, and ended up making our way to the pump, where we had some drinks. Then, my family friend from Kingston joined us, and once we finished our drinks, we headed to our place – aka. My landlords and my new favourite place in Toronto - our local no name bar. Had a drink before last call, and then Jer cabbed home, and I made the short walk home to bed.
Sunday: slept in, and got some stuff done in my apartment… this included using a coat hanger to emerge victorious over the fork in my toilet – after plunging, etc. it was the coat hanger (that I had to borrow from chantel) that proved to be too much for the stubborn fork. And again, I was able to use my toilet like a normal human being. When I told my friend about my victory, he said he was going to tell everyone that I had performed a coat hanger abortion. It’s all about the interpretation. I then went to pick up vegan cupcakes, and get some fresh air, and then went up to hang out with erin (my landlord) and her friend. It was a female filled football Sunday – including sex and the city to start, baked kettle cooked chips (which – for the record – are AMAZING), manicures and pedicures, wine, and Vietnamese food. And football of course – though that part I’d like to forget. Despite wearing my brady jersey, the giants took the game, after a few missed oppourtunities by the pats. *heavy sigh. Now I have to pull on my rondo jersey, and keep my finger’s crossed for the Celtics to do me proud. After the game, erin and I headed to our bar, where we had a drink, and spent some time with Elliott (our favourite bartender), and Jason (the owner), and some other new friends at the bar (after erin left). Had a fantastic conversation with someone who I had met there before, including a recommendation for a new book I have to read about one of my favourite men in the world – hunter s. thompson – and the rolling stones writing he did. went home, and slept well.
and i have to note... it's crazy to think that this little girl is 1.
i remember holding her (4 hours old) in my arms... and thinking that i would love her every day of my life. i'm so lucky.
It’s also important to note that on Tuesday of this week, I flushed a fork down my toilet (yes. I know. I still am not sure how it happened, but it did NOT involve me eating in the washroom). So until Saturday night, I was not able to use my washroom… which made for quite the obstacle course of beign at people’s houses, or at work, for the right amount of time, so as to not have to use the toilet in my apt.
gifts for the birthday girl, and for my new little niece whose shower i missed; CAKE - noah's ark; chantel and ryan with the birthday girl (nice hats); listen - trying to get a 1 year old's attention is near impossible; me and G - holding for dear life (she honestly was a lot happier than she looks); pizza for dinner (which she inhaled); presents; little baby M, holding on to lisa; walking home on saturday night, and recognizing my re:claim piece in the front window - amazing!; ladies football sunday
Friday: after running a few errands after work, I headed to kelly’s place to meet a few ladies from work. It was our typical work/hang/food session, with the usual 5 of us. It’s so nice to just be able to open up freely amongst people who you work with, but also have a good friendship with. I’m lucky to have friendships like I do at work. After a few bottles of wine, and lots of food (LOTS of food), and lots of conversation, everyone headed out – and I headed to my friend jeff’s place, when his roommate was hosting a long underwear party. Best. Theme. Nothing like partying in thermals. Since I arrived late, things had quieted down, which was a perfect way to end the night. Grabbed a vegan poutine on my way home, and then slept. A lot.Saturday: woke up earlier than I hoped, and spent time trying to go back to sleep…. But ended up just lying there. Mentally prepared myself for the intense day I was going to have, and then took off running (mostly because I had to use the washroom, so had to get to the mall). Did some last minute shopping in my long time attempt to pick up birthstone earrings for my niece (which I still couldn’t find), wrapping things, and some household goodies I needed to pick up (can you say shelving for my beading stuff?). then, headed straight to Hamilton, for my niece’s first birthday party. Lots of food (and me drooling over more non-vegan food), lots of laughing, and I got to spend the afternoon with my second family, some little nieces and nephews, and videotaping memories (womp womp – cheese factor). When all was said and done, and gabs was ready for bed, we hung out and watched some hockey, and then I headed back to toronto. Got home, dropped stuff off, and then headed to Kensington market, to meet jeff at an open mic that his friend was playing at. We then headed over to another friend’s place, and ended up making our way to the pump, where we had some drinks. Then, my family friend from Kingston joined us, and once we finished our drinks, we headed to our place – aka. My landlords and my new favourite place in Toronto - our local no name bar. Had a drink before last call, and then Jer cabbed home, and I made the short walk home to bed.
Sunday: slept in, and got some stuff done in my apartment… this included using a coat hanger to emerge victorious over the fork in my toilet – after plunging, etc. it was the coat hanger (that I had to borrow from chantel) that proved to be too much for the stubborn fork. And again, I was able to use my toilet like a normal human being. When I told my friend about my victory, he said he was going to tell everyone that I had performed a coat hanger abortion. It’s all about the interpretation. I then went to pick up vegan cupcakes, and get some fresh air, and then went up to hang out with erin (my landlord) and her friend. It was a female filled football Sunday – including sex and the city to start, baked kettle cooked chips (which – for the record – are AMAZING), manicures and pedicures, wine, and Vietnamese food. And football of course – though that part I’d like to forget. Despite wearing my brady jersey, the giants took the game, after a few missed oppourtunities by the pats. *heavy sigh. Now I have to pull on my rondo jersey, and keep my finger’s crossed for the Celtics to do me proud. After the game, erin and I headed to our bar, where we had a drink, and spent some time with Elliott (our favourite bartender), and Jason (the owner), and some other new friends at the bar (after erin left). Had a fantastic conversation with someone who I had met there before, including a recommendation for a new book I have to read about one of my favourite men in the world – hunter s. thompson – and the rolling stones writing he did. went home, and slept well.
and i have to note... it's crazy to think that this little girl is 1.
Hope everyone had a FANTASTIC weekend… and to all you giant’s fans – shut your mouth.