How can you distinguish whether it is the same thing if it feels so different from before? How would you know anything about it at all?
Thursday, July 29, 2004
Monday, July 26, 2004
There was this crazy storm last night that threatened to uproot the trailer-barracks we were sleeping in, but the lightning show was fantastic. Literally it looked like a seen from a scary movie, backlighting humungous clouds. Plus, I got someone to watch it with.
One week
So one of my friends here said to me, "Do you know what day it is?". And I said, "Christmas?" (next para). And he goes, "No, it's one week. At least Rob says so". I think it's pretty high school to celebrate one week, but it is also kinda sweet for him to mention it to others. Apparently his Band Staff suggested going out for an ice cream cake to celebrate our one week. And of course, when others heard about it, they gave us a hard time.
Christmas in July
This is a camp tradition. We exchange gifts, sing Christmas carols, and even have a turkey dinner in the mess, so celebrate 'Christmas', and usually half way through camp. My flight made a card for me, and my staff got me a card plus a candle to help light our way, erasers to remind us that no one is perfect, aromatherapy to help reduce stress, and a box of Goldfish cookies to refill my stash. It was great. The officer staff also cleared the plates for the cadets after our dinner. A nice bit of servanthood leadership.
One day leave
I took today off as one of my 3 days of leave, and it's nice to relax and catch my breath. Plus, it's beautiful, windy fall weather today after the storm, so it's actually not too hot to hang out in my barracks even, during the day. I'm going to go get a haircut and go shopping in the afternoon.
I hope everyone's summer is going well. Jasmine, if you are reading this, send me an email. I can't get mine through to you.
One week
So one of my friends here said to me, "Do you know what day it is?". And I said, "Christmas?" (next para). And he goes, "No, it's one week. At least Rob says so". I think it's pretty high school to celebrate one week, but it is also kinda sweet for him to mention it to others. Apparently his Band Staff suggested going out for an ice cream cake to celebrate our one week. And of course, when others heard about it, they gave us a hard time.
Christmas in July
This is a camp tradition. We exchange gifts, sing Christmas carols, and even have a turkey dinner in the mess, so celebrate 'Christmas', and usually half way through camp. My flight made a card for me, and my staff got me a card plus a candle to help light our way, erasers to remind us that no one is perfect, aromatherapy to help reduce stress, and a box of Goldfish cookies to refill my stash. It was great. The officer staff also cleared the plates for the cadets after our dinner. A nice bit of servanthood leadership.
One day leave
I took today off as one of my 3 days of leave, and it's nice to relax and catch my breath. Plus, it's beautiful, windy fall weather today after the storm, so it's actually not too hot to hang out in my barracks even, during the day. I'm going to go get a haircut and go shopping in the afternoon.
I hope everyone's summer is going well. Jasmine, if you are reading this, send me an email. I can't get mine through to you.
Thursday, July 22, 2004
missing
I just don't know how it is possible to miss someone if they are only gone for a day. It is pretty ridiculous and co-dependent, but perhaps relationships bring out the worse sides in me. I mean, it is not like he has been gone for 24 hours yet, but I've gotten used to seeing him about once every 2 hours, so it feels weird. He is on a performance trip in Edmonton with the cadet band, and will be back tonight.
So obviously we are trying to keep this discreet, but honestly where can we go? People having these knowing smirks on their face, but I guess it's all in good fun. I'm surprised that Luke hasn't said anything to me yet, but then again I suppose I shouldn't be. And I want to be sure that I'm not starting a relationship in some weird way to deflect the sometimes awkwardness of working with his girlfriend. Argh, weirdness!
So obviously we are trying to keep this discreet, but honestly where can we go? People having these knowing smirks on their face, but I guess it's all in good fun. I'm surprised that Luke hasn't said anything to me yet, but then again I suppose I shouldn't be. And I want to be sure that I'm not starting a relationship in some weird way to deflect the sometimes awkwardness of working with his girlfriend. Argh, weirdness!
Wednesday, July 21, 2004
Tuesday, July 20, 2004
boy
Good morning! I'm up at 5:55 today, 'cuz my kiddies are going swimming! All this is really fake excitement, 'cuz it's way too early, and I'm waiting for my kids to wake up to go to breakfast. Anyway, nothing feels too bad when you have a boy who asks you out in a playground.
So, this whole thing is really took me my surprise, even though it feels... right as well. He is a professional musician, and generally not the type that I would look for or consider at all. But he is just comfortable to be around, and we can talk and talk and talk. I don't want to sound all sappy and stuff, 'cuz this is not like some head over heels things. It is just so easy, if you want what I mean. I don't know how to explain it, except to say that it feels like I've know him for a lot more than 3 weeks. Maybe it's just the camp environment simulating frequent contact for familiarity; I don't know. All I know if that he is the frustrated artist/tragic hero type, and who can resist that?
(more later, must take kids now)
So, this whole thing is really took me my surprise, even though it feels... right as well. He is a professional musician, and generally not the type that I would look for or consider at all. But he is just comfortable to be around, and we can talk and talk and talk. I don't want to sound all sappy and stuff, 'cuz this is not like some head over heels things. It is just so easy, if you want what I mean. I don't know how to explain it, except to say that it feels like I've know him for a lot more than 3 weeks. Maybe it's just the camp environment simulating frequent contact for familiarity; I don't know. All I know if that he is the frustrated artist/tragic hero type, and who can resist that?
(more later, must take kids now)
Saturday, July 17, 2004
Airshow
This weekend, an Airshow is being held here in Cold Lake. The last time they had it here was when I was here last; five years ago. The cadets are going to get to see the Snowbirds, and lots of other cool aerial demonstration. But it is scorchingly hot.
Room
So I got my own room again, it's all good. It is nice to have my own space, and be able to keep it neat. Plus, I've been moved to the other barrack, which is also where he lives. So it's easier to be discreet about this developing, whatever-it-is. He leaves notes under my door. =)
Morale
In SLC, the flights have to earn their flight names. So my flight is named Defiant (after the Cdn aircraft, not the Star Trek one!), but the kids don't know that, 'cuz they have to learn it. Well, yesterday, we gave them one letter of the name - the E, and you should have seen how excited they were. It was just incredible, how little psychologically manipulative things like that can work at camp. Anyway, their motivation reminded me of the reason why I am here, and I'm just so excited myself now.
Room
So I got my own room again, it's all good. It is nice to have my own space, and be able to keep it neat. Plus, I've been moved to the other barrack, which is also where he lives. So it's easier to be discreet about this developing, whatever-it-is. He leaves notes under my door. =)
Morale
In SLC, the flights have to earn their flight names. So my flight is named Defiant (after the Cdn aircraft, not the Star Trek one!), but the kids don't know that, 'cuz they have to learn it. Well, yesterday, we gave them one letter of the name - the E, and you should have seen how excited they were. It was just incredible, how little psychologically manipulative things like that can work at camp. Anyway, their motivation reminded me of the reason why I am here, and I'm just so excited myself now.
Thursday, July 15, 2004
Monday, July 12, 2004
Saturday, July 10, 2004
Waiting, waiting, waiting
The course cadets are finally here! The First Wave's plane have arrived, but they are still not at my station yet. Soon, very soon, the course will start. Yah!! No more 'indoc' (pre-course training for staff, short for 'indoctrination, so you can imagine the exciting time it was).
Saw a beautiful sunset yesterday. And several rainbows.
Saw a beautiful sunset yesterday. And several rainbows.
Monday, July 05, 2004
Room Switch
So if I had to switch rooms, and gain a roommate, what would be the most unlikely arrangement?
Yup.
Yup.
Saturday, July 03, 2004
Flight Commander
We got our jobs yesterday, and I am going to be a flight commander, same as last year. It wasn't what I asked for, but I am content with the position, nonetheless. Plus, I was assigned to the same flight (section) that I was a course cadet and staff cadet in, so it holds a nice continuity for me. The staff cadets are arriving today and tomorrow, and the course cadet next week. Now that we know our jobs for the summer, I can't wait for the course to start.
Coincidentally though, I'm working with his new girlfriend, who has the same name as me. Plus, the third person we are working with has the same name as his recent ex. What a wacky arrangement.
Coincidentally though, I'm working with his new girlfriend, who has the same name as me. Plus, the third person we are working with has the same name as his recent ex. What a wacky arrangement.
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