25 posts tagged “friends”
Well, well, well... I've been a fairly productive LG for the last few days... I've cleaned out the garden, the pond, and yesterday I switched out all the summer clothes for the winter clothes. It took a lot longer than I thought (hours really), but I have about 2 bags for donation and about the same amount of clothes will fulfill their dust rag destiny, (as soon as I get the good scissors from my mom). Still to do: clean out the garage, put up the fall decorations, and clean the b'junk off the windows casings.
Exciting life isn't it?
Hm!
I've been invited to play in a tournament on the 17th, which is awesome. It's match play format with me representing the 'Essex County Ladies' versus the 'Kent County Ladies'. It's in Blenheim
and I've only played that course twice, but I remember it to be quite nice. This invitation makes me feel good, as initially I my name was given by a woman whom I really like and respect, and it makes me happy that she thought of me. I'm sure at times we all feel lost in the crowd and unable to please, so it's good to be thought of now and then.
Today I'm having lunch with KT and SuprT, then I'm attending a board meeting at SC - I'm not sure (no one is really) if I can serve on the board or not. If not, that's fine - but it was nice to be nominated, (by one of the owners, part of the management team no less) as she must think (or at least have thought) that I could be helpful to the operation of SC. If I'm able to serve I'll have to be certain to mention her, and all the little people, in my acceptance speech.
Good God, I hope you know I'm joking.
There is not too much going on this week-end which is rather nice. It's been great having people over the last couple of weeks, but if William and I are alone this week-end I certainly won't be upset. Either way, I'm happy.
Let me check, yep, life is gooooood.
In the last week I've had more contact with 19-21 year olds, then since, well, I was 19-22 years old.
On the week-end (you may have read), two girls of that age came over with the bartender from SC, then a couple of days ago there was a little get together at a friends' house and Baby Coug (she's about 21) made an appearance.
The two girls who were at our house were CONSTANTLY on their phones. At one point (whilst playing Passout), the one girl set her dance music crankin' phone in the middle of the table, although we had the satellite on an 80's music channel (much more appropriate background music for Passout). Conversations were passing these two by, and a few times a story had to be repeated to catch the girls up.
At Nic's the other night, Baby Coug was on her phone quite a bit. BC was sitting beside me, and at one point we all burst out laughing, and I thought because she was silent that maybe she was offended - then I saw that she was texting.
To me, in my old 36 year old ways, this is totally unacceptable social behavior. I know that this has been a big etiquette debate for a while now, but most of my friends aren't into texting or checking FB updates etc. while with others, so it really never affects me. In this situation I felt that obviously what ever, to whom ever is being texted, is more important than the 5+ people present.
If I got up from the table, walked into the living room, flipped on the TV and watched a show, you know my friends would be asking WTF I was doing - but texting is okay?
One time (actually again at Nic's) KT's younger sister, told everyone that she was expecting a call, and that was totally cool, but other than that, it pisses me off. Do parents allow this during Sunday dinner (if there is one)? Do teachers allow it? Is it okay to zone out when you are with company?
Things change though, etiquette and what is the social norm evolve rapidly. Not so long ago, everyone dressed up to travel, ladies wore gloves and a hat and now it's perfectly fine to wear joggies and a hoodie when flying the friendly skies. Now, it seems like everyone under the age of 25 has headphones in the ears and a cell phone in their hands - oblivious to their true surroundings.
Perhaps I'm just a decade off the curve, but really, I don't want to be in constant contact with everyone I know, even the people close to me. I want to be with the people I'm with when I'm with them, or else I would be somewhere else.
And that is that.
It's been a little busy here lately...
Thursday:
I attended the General Meeting at Sutton Creek. Very informative. There are some great people at SC, and I had some good laughs (Marcello is convinced if they bring back the players that have passed away play time will increase dramatically... the goal should be living people joining the membership - brilliant).
Friday:
I didn't feel too hot after consuming one too many glasses of vino at the meeting, but was able to get the house sort of cleaned. Glo ball, which is my favorite golfing event of the year, was Friday night, and I spent the afternoon in bed with a migraine. Rats. Ah well.
Saturday:
Sunday Open On A Saturday - it was a good format pairing A and D players in a scramble format combining the scores of the B and C players, also playing a scramble. We came in fourth, and I won closest to the pin on #13 (amazing as I rarely hit that green - it was against the wind, so I had to use my driver to reach the back of the green - about 160 yards... that's pathetic, but oh well...). It was most fun.
Later that afternoon Kiks and Jim came over for a prime rib dinner, and were joined by a couple of guys from SC. Around 10pm the big event started - M vs. N - a Wii tennis battle for the ages. Nick tried to psych Billy out by wearing a Marino jersey, but Billy replied with his own jersey and hat. Nick won, but somehow the trophy is on our mantle - blocking my hole in one ball btw - I get no respect!
Some spectators:
The challenge:
The trophy:
Nick brought over a waitress from SC and her friend and Link. Us girls spent a little time in the hot tub, but it was warm outside, so we thought it wise to play Passout (25th anniversary edition, released in 1986 - meanwhile the two girls were born in 1989... how weird is that?) around 1am, and yes we were successful in making a young girl pass out. It was a proud moment... okay, not really, but fun nonetheless. I have never seen so many drinks spilled in one night. Jim was our booze runner and constantly at the ready with multiple towels. Good times.
Although we didn't get to bed until after 4am, the 'kids' were up around 8am looking for coffee, and William pulled himself from the comfort of our bed to comply (we grind - they would never have had success). I was feeling less than 100%, and spent most of the day in bed - Billy cleaned the house, thank God. I missed dinner at MomG's, but did a few things around the house, and watched a little football and some DVR'd shows.
Lessons:
- Don't drink so much
- Get some sleep
- Enjoy every sweet minute of life
This week has flown by! I've been pretty busy with golf stuff (18 hole league, 9 hole league and the tournament) and getting ready to go down to TN next week. Some girls came over on Wednesday night to watch a couple of episodes of The Real Housewives of New Jersey (those chicks are whacked!), and the party at Kiks' on Tuesday was a big success. Once again, I'd like to acknowledge that I have amazing friends and I'm really lucky for all the people in my life.
I'm cleaning the house right now, although it's in pretty decent shape... this afternoon we're golfing with Revenue Canada John and his Revenue Canada wife, which should be most fun. I posted my best score ever at Sutton Creek on Wednesday (an 89 - really good for me!) during the ladies 18 hole league, and I'll looking forward to see if my recent good scores (two 91s last week) are a fluke or if in fact I have gained some skills. Skills are good.
Tomorrow I'm golfing with Kiks in the afternoon to get some play aheads in, then steak night, great night on Saturday night.
Life is flying by, but it's so gooooooood.
A long ago friend (whom I haven't spoken to in nearly 15 years) Facebooked me, and I added her. Why not? I am an adult, and she's friends with about half the people in my list.
So the question is, do I message her and explain how I felt about her as we grew up and through the situation that ultimately ended our friendship? Do I tell her my side? So many times (at least on TV shows... haha) former friends can't remember why they fought. I certainly do. Every little bit of betrayal, and I've heard that she had these feelings as well - or actually I don't know about that for sure, there were a lot of rumors and like I said I haven't talked to her in about 15 years.
It's also not that I want her as a real (as opposed to FB) friend - I can barely keep up with my friends as it is, especially in the summer, and I seriously doubt we have anything in common. Like come on.
The only reason I'm considering this is because of those damned dreams about highschool or University that I mentioned the other day... do I have unresolved issues floating about in my subconscious? Is this a past subject that is causing present concerns?
I am seriously open to advice.
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I think that perhaps I should re-evaluate my favorite season.
I have always proclaimed to be a summer girl. Y'know, in my minds' eye I'm a bleached blonde with a hot body spending endless lazy days on the beach. Okay, not really even close. But as spring is beginning I'm feeling this may replace summer as a more mature and realistic season for me to love.
I love watching the garden and all the plants pop up and the trees turn green. Every day I notice the subtle changes in colour and growth. The golf season begins, so I can reunite with friends and see the course come alive. There are the hopes of a new season (can I please break 90 at SC this year?) and in general so much to look forward to...
When I think of summer, I think of hiding indoors because it's so damned hot. Burnt, crispy grass and thirsty plants. Of course there is still camping, golf and other great things - but the excitement of 'newness' is gone.
I think I'm a spring girl.
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I'm so happy it's the week-end. The weather is about 20* above average, so it's going to be in the 80's today. Yes! I golfed yesterday (and not too bad either, except the 11 on the first hole!!!) so I don't feel like I'm missing out by not hitting the links today. I'm going to finish cleaning the house and do a little work outside. I cleaned out the garden beds yesterday, so now it's the unfun tasks of raking leaves that are not easily accessible, going under the deck, and cutting down the Giant Plume Grass (itchy, scratchy stuff). The yard is looking good!
It's still way too early to start the pond or plant anything in the garden. Patience is truly a virtue of a successful gardener.
I hope to catch some of the draft today. Oh oh - I just heard that the Lions took QB Matt Stafford (to be announced formally today at the draft). That's disapointing. I was really hoping for Curry... It's hard to keep up on what's going on in Cleveland - I'm completely brainwashed by the Detroit Sports media (I'm also a sponge of useless Detroit sports facts - you can test me). Regarding the Browns - there are trade rumors regarding Edwards and Quinn (huh?). I'd be great if they could clone Josh Cribbs - that guy can do it all! Anyways... I want the summer to pass sweetly and slowly, but I can't WAIT for football to start in August!
Tonight? Of course wine, steak, hot tub, and a 24 marathon (I think we have 7 episodes to watch!). Awesome - I love our week-ends.
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Life is exceptionally good.
SuperBowl (aside from the Steelers' victory) was just great. We only had a few people over, but it was most fun. I really only saw a little of the game, as us girls were in the hot tub, (being served drinks by the good men) for a long time. The company was good, the food great, and we had lots of laughs...
Kiks and JP got here nice and early so we headed over to BMW's for a little bit. I was surprised at the good turnout so early. There were quite a few people there that I haven't seen in years.
What a good Sunday...
Good times.
I have some things that I would like to discuss, but I feel that I have to develop my thoughts more before I attempt to write...
All in all.... life is good...
Here is the preview of our week-end...
Today I'm...
- Cleaning the house and doing some laundry
- Chopping 2 cloves of garlic for the 7.6 lbs Prime Rib
- Dropping the pooch off at MomG's
- Taking bottles to return at the beer store
- Hopefully have enough money to buy 2 bottles of red at the LCBO
- Buy 2 steaks at the butcher's
Billy is...
- Working
- Going to grill the steaks
Then we're...
- Having some cocktails
- Going in the hot tub... note to self... shovel the foot of snow off the deck...
- Watching some shows, or a movie
- Etc... wink wink.
Tomorrow...
Billy is working
I'm maybe doing some more things around the house, or playing with pictures
- Billy might have a friend coming over
Sunday...
- Kim and Jim are coming over early
- Kim and I are going to BMW's for an hour or two
- Having some cocktails, and a couple of more people over...
- Making dinner... it's fairly simple...
- Eating Prime Rib
- Watching the game (ignoring the Steelers... cheering for Arizona...)
- Going in the hot tub with the girls
Good week-end coming up!
Again, another post in point form.
- Today I'm helping someone with Publisher. That's funny to me as I've never had any training whatsoever on the computer at all except on the PET in the 7th grade. I didn't even take 'data entry' in high school... But I am pretty good at Publisher, so that should be fun.
- I'm heading over to BMW's tonight for a little girl time. Always fun!
- Tomorrow night I'm meeting a couple of golf girls for 9 holes at On The Green. I hope to play better than I did last time, and work on my swing.
- Thursday a bunch of us girls are going to The Tecumseh Roadhouse (I think that's what it's called... the old Danilo's...) to see KT's sister compete in Bridal Idol. That should be pretty funny, I'll for sure bring my camera for that!
- Friday I shall endeavour to clean the house as we're having a few people over for SuperBowl.
- Halia's new favorite treat is rabbit poo. The supply is plentiful, and Halia likes to indulge whenever I let her outside. I wonder what the neighbors think when I yell, 'Halia! Don't eat rabbit poo!' I thought that with last night's 1 inch snowfall I would get a reprieve from her nasty behavior, but I saw this morning that the poo is still quite visible.
- I cleaned out the kitchen at the house in Windsor, and ran out of garbage bags. Rats! I have 3 boxes of mostly glassware that my mom can put in her church yard sale. There is only really 1 more thing I can do there until the ceilings in the dining and living room are fixed.
- 59 more days until our cruise. I'm finally at the weight again that I was before my holiday overindulgence, which is still 20 el bees too much. I hope to be down 10 more before we leave....
- A couple of weeks ago, Billy started his new 'diet' whereby he doesn't drink pop or eat chips during the week. He lost 6 el bees the first week, and 3 the second week. Man! Meanwhile I eat like a frickin bird and I'm lucky to lose one pound. Last night he decided to start working out again, he spent a while at his mom's where he and his dad had some weights, then he came home and ran on the treadmill (uh, barefoot) for 1/2 hour straight! And not a jog, he ran! Jeez! He's the type of guy where if he works out, he can eat as much as he wants and any extra weight still falls off (as does his pants...).
Better go... life's good.
Last night was the first Christmas party that I attended this year. It was for all the ladies of Sutton Creek, and although the turnout was only about 2 dozen women, I had an excellent time. I think the ladies enjoyed the firemen coming to the party to pick up the toy donations. I know I did!
(I just realized after inserting this picture, that I'm wearing the same shirt as I was in my profile pic from Cleveland... I guess I should have more than one favorite... oh well...)
It was so nice to see everyone. It's surprising how different people look without hats, suntans and ponytails, and with make-up, nice clothing and jewelry.
I know it's hard for a large group of people to get together (sometimes it's hard for a small group...), but I think we should all make more of an effort to see people we like and care about.
There are a few more Christmas events on the horizon:
- Billy's work party, which this year is back at Pointe West. I love the parties at Pointe West. Last year it was at the Windsor Club, which was nice, but the best part was going to a friends' house in Windsor beforehand... they had a huge spread for us, and a perfect area to socialize... awesome.
- We have Kiks' annual party, which was recently pushed back to the 20th, and is perfect as more people can attend on that date. It is always a highlight of the season, (and Kiks' birthday too) Most fun indeed!
- Get a Christmas tree. Billy has been so busy at work, and working week-ends, that we haven't even broached the subject of going to Sloane's to pick one out.
- Billy and I go visiting people (uh, and bars) on Christmas Eve day. Always so much fun!
I love this time of year.
Okay, I admit that I should have thought about what I would like to post today before sitting at the computer and allowing random thoughts to fall from my brain... but from the last 2 posts, I realize that:
a) time does fly
b) I've dyed my hair black before for Halloween...
Here's some proof...
There's PF, dressed as an accountant, not really a stretch, myself as The Crow - chick version (I was bad ass...) KT as a doctor, Rach as a nurse (again no imagination there...) and SuprT as, well, some type of jeans wearing clown.
I remember this day in 1998, as Rach was flying home from working in New Mexico, and we picked her up at the airport and went to 'The Country Boy' (a bar) in a small village, I can't even remember what it's called... anyways...
It seems that everytime I want to dress for Halloween, I need to dye my hair black... Not this year though...
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