Trip to the Jays

We headed down to the Jays game last Saturday afternoon to watch them play against the 2006 AL champs the Detroit Tigers.  Always a fun affair, Jays games are a little more interesting to me this year than in past years.  Not because they are a contender this year (at least before their B.J. Ryan… Read More »

Bermuda undone

We were this close to going to Bermuda this spring to visit my brother one more time. An on the cheap experience that is hard to come by on that island. The trip has been delayed indefinitely for alternative plans. Perhaps I’ll get a chance to go in the fall or next year before it’s… Read More »

20 words for March

Better Wonderboy Daycare transition a huge success Home sitting vs Institution Master Bedroom Reno’s completed on time (not) very good bonus at work more staff to manage No Wii’s anywhere (for Greg) 1st exposure to Wii via Sneebort and David cooking class a blast but don’t ever eat 6 full entrees in one class food… Read More »

Just when you think the Jetta is working….

It rears its ugly head.  There has been one persistent problem that hasn’t gone away after 2 visits to the mechanic.  In defense of the mechanic, this problem hasn’t been the primary reason for bringing it in the last couple of times.  It’s always been an “Oh, and can you take a quick look since… Read More »

Casino Roach II

Over the weekend the house was transformed into Casino Roach for the 2nd time in history.  The 1st transformation occurred about 2 yrs ago when we introduced the event to 20+ guests.  This 1st event holds an historical footnote:  It was during that night when Sonia and I announced to the ‘outside’ world that we… Read More »

1st Robin sighting

Olivia and I saw our first robin of 2007 yesterday afternoon while heading out for a stroll.  It was sitting atop our chimney stack.  It’s mate was on the neighbour’s roof. I enjoy hearing and seeing that 1st robin of spring.  In fact I don’t mind robins on the whole.  Except when I’m golfing.  Then… Read More »

The Jetta Mystery has been Solved

Our VW (very wonky) Jetta has gone through its share of woes lately. But it culminated last Friday in a ride equal to any coaster ride found at Six Flags. Friday was a weather phenom if there ever was one. The day started mild and rainy causing large accumulations of water on the roads due… Read More »

Deadbeat Dads

I love it!  The Ontario Government is stepping it up a notch in the shame game by creating a website to profile dads who skip out on child-support payments.  What a bunch of no-goods these dads are.  I’m not a big fan of using shame to get people to smarten up but this can be… Read More »

My Restaurant At Home Revisited

Last year I brought up an interesting idea that I’m more prepared to take on.  I believe I have the confidence to pull this off now that I’ve had some education in creative cooking.  One step closer to switching professions to the more interesting and exciting culinary world.  Just need to come up with the… Read More »