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I would like to thank my Mom, for shovelling my walk while I was in Ottawa and William for being the best residential real-estate agent/friend I’ve ever had! I can only imagine the favours I will have to do him now…
I’m going to be running around mad-crazy for the next month. Moving to Ottawa, packing, travel, work. It’s going to be nuts. I’ll pop in now and again though.
I don’t think I have a set talent that I could perform comfortably in public. Unless you count witty banter and drop-dead good looks a talent (the ladies sure do!). I’m one of those guys that can *sort of* do everything I try, but none of it very well. The only thing that I am […]
I went to Owen’s 10th birthday party on Sunday, his cousin’s were there along with some school friends. We went to a local bowling alley and played 5-pin with the bumpers removed (I know, Hard Core!). I thought Wii Bowling had maybe brought my skills to new heights, but I got schooled – big time. […]
I’ve recently taken to podcasts – at first I thought they’d be lame radio programs, but as it turns out you can get Video based Tee-Vee podcosts! My current favourites, as Mel would call it, are “Geek TV” one’s, X-play, Attack of the Show, and a few Photoshop workflows.
This is Dale. One of two Medical photographers at the hospital – I drop by their office sometimes to pretend I know stuff about photography too. I processed this image using the stained template courtesy of Lincoln at ides of may. If you haven’t subscribed to his site, you likely should, he’s one of the […]
I had a bit of a terrible week at work – granted, from what I gather, pretty much everyone else did as well. If it wasn’t for people like Candace and Raissa (despite having their own tough times), keeping me sane, I probably wouldn’t have gotten out of bed.
Winter is tha DREGS. Not only is winter in the city uninspiring for any photos I might chance to take, but it’s prohibitive as well. I go to work it’s dark.I leave work it’s dark. That means I have to either take photos from my desk, or bring the tripod out and shoot poles on […]
It’s hard to go home after a week with your partner – not a lot of people have to do this – many relationships evolve in constant close contact. But when you have to leave more than you get to stay, it become harder as your relationship becomes more solidified, as you and your partner […]
Got to see some of the peeps before heading off to Ottawa for a week – thanks for the good times ladies; may our exploits live on forever. Doubt I’ll be posting much over the next week – I could try – but I really probably will not. Peace and Love!
Barb’s one of the most supportive co-workers I’ve ever had, she’s compassionate, enthusiastic, fun, and hard working. That’s why she was the best choice to be the president of the JVL Facebook Fanclub – I didn’t start it – but any narcissistic self-glorifying virtual edifice to which the masses may congregate is endorsed fully by […]
Like this one from last month only worse. That’s an Italian Sausage, ground beef (leftover from burrito night) medley topped with a generous heaping of Western Creamery Sour Cream; beside three fried eggs – in case you were wondering. Special birthday wishes to Janet, Rainbow, and, of course, my mom.
Yeah, so Jann Arden Stopped by work yesterday to promote One Night Live – no biggie.
Eda (pictured) and I were both in our High School production of Rocky Horror Picture Show – I was her Brad, and she, my Janet… Dammit.
I’m not sure if you’ll ever be able to find me inverted on public transport. Kicking back and relaxing really isn’t my idea of a good time when pretty much anyone could puke on me or touch me in special places without warning. I have fallen asleep on the bus, but I do so in […]
AWK-WARD!
My pants don’t fit me anymore, maybe they never did – I’m not very good at picking out my own clothes. They’re either too short, don’t fit my butt, too tight (not as often), maybe my package will be showing at the front [Read: because it’s impressive]. Luckily my lady helps me pick them out […]
Maybe yesterday was Remembrance Day, but today is the day I’ll have a photo from it. This image was the a-typical view of the ceremony in Ottawa. When in your nations capital, never underestimate peoples’ patriotism; show up early if you want to take photos. “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat […]
The streets just aren’t as safe as they used to be. I think it’s a matter of upbringing, nurture vs. nature – that sort of thing. I mean look at this shot, people, minding their own business – they can’t even skateboard without coming across a child so violent, so untamed, that it has to […]
This is my lil’ cousin, whom you’ve seen before. He’s actually started to remember me, which is kind of nice, since I really only see him a few times a year – not bad considering I have trouble remember what I did last week (and I’m me!). I’m finding I’m getting fewer comments*, is commenting […]
Who Runs Boarder Town? Master Blaster!
This dudeA. Asked me to take his photoB. Wouldn’t tell me his nameC. was fighting trees and posts with his shoes (pictured) Please head down to Queen St. East and Victoria St. to give him some money.
