$75?! Yup, that's how much a driver license renewal costs now in Ontario. Plus, you have to wait for an hour in a line with 40 people in front of you. Not a fun way to spend even a fraction of your day off. Also, they've always listed my first name as 'S', and they aren't willing to change it without my birth certificate, though of course it was initially a typo on their part. They won't even take my military ID as proof. (sigh) Hope the picture will at least turn out okay.
Monday, November 29, 2004
Thursday, November 25, 2004
happy day
Today I had the day off work, so I made a pilgrimage to Hamilton. I absolutely love that one hour drive. Every road sign brings back wonderful memories of undergrad. But this little trip also had purpose. First, I had lunch with walekim at the new cafe. Well, it was new to me, 'cuz I haven't been on campus since convocation. Mac has so much money; there are new buildings and signs everywhere, with other projects on the go. Anyway, lunch was nice. It was more than nice. ;)
Then, I went to drop off snarky_freak's birthday present, which proved to be more adventurous then I had anticipated. Turns out that no one in her department really knows where her office is, 'cuz she doesn't hang out there much. So I wandered between the 3 floors of the department, asking every grad student on the way where she could be. I know I could have called first, but then it wouldn't have been a surprise. Even her supervisor didn't know where her office is, so I left the gift in the departmental office.
Next stop, Registrar's Office to check on transcripts. But as luck with have it, I ran into who I was looking for, which was nice. (though I think I freaked her out a little by just strolling down the hall on campus) Transcripts done, I went to visit my supervisor for the student program I ran for two years. Then, I dropped by my thesis advisor's office too. He said that he'll look into getting my thesis published. Of course, he has been saying that for 3 years now, but hopefully something will still come out of it. Last stop, Mills Library to "do some research" to justify my trip. I photocopied some articles.
I miss Mac. The four years had its up and downs, but I can only remember the good stuff. And being back there just makes me hope *that much more* that this law school thing will work out, so I can be back in that kinda environment. I know it won't be the same, but still.
Grand finale of the day: it was the cadets annual banquet tonight, and I got promoted to a full Lieutenant. Promotions were much more exciting as a cadet, but still, happy day.
Then, I went to drop off snarky_freak's birthday present, which proved to be more adventurous then I had anticipated. Turns out that no one in her department really knows where her office is, 'cuz she doesn't hang out there much. So I wandered between the 3 floors of the department, asking every grad student on the way where she could be. I know I could have called first, but then it wouldn't have been a surprise. Even her supervisor didn't know where her office is, so I left the gift in the departmental office.
Next stop, Registrar's Office to check on transcripts. But as luck with have it, I ran into who I was looking for, which was nice. (though I think I freaked her out a little by just strolling down the hall on campus) Transcripts done, I went to visit my supervisor for the student program I ran for two years. Then, I dropped by my thesis advisor's office too. He said that he'll look into getting my thesis published. Of course, he has been saying that for 3 years now, but hopefully something will still come out of it. Last stop, Mills Library to "do some research" to justify my trip. I photocopied some articles.
I miss Mac. The four years had its up and downs, but I can only remember the good stuff. And being back there just makes me hope *that much more* that this law school thing will work out, so I can be back in that kinda environment. I know it won't be the same, but still.
Grand finale of the day: it was the cadets annual banquet tonight, and I got promoted to a full Lieutenant. Promotions were much more exciting as a cadet, but still, happy day.
Tuesday, November 23, 2004
To the Rescue
A couple years ago, I had this little thought experiment to indulge my ego. I just thought of it again the other day. Play along!
So, what you have to do is imagine that you are asked to save the world (I know, I know! Keep playing!) . Then, you have to ask yourself, who would you ask to help with you? In essense, you are drafting your own dream team, to save the world with you. Obviously an important task, so give it some serious thought. Who would you choose to be your right (/dominant/) hand person? What about the other hand? Who would you trust the children with? Who would be your liasion/public affairs person? Media control? Crowd control? First aid? Translator? See - it's fun! Well, mostly I think it's a telling exercise, about who I trust, what my friends' talents are, and what are my own shortcomings. Do you choose the experts, or your friends? I find it a fun way to evaluate where I stand in my relationships.
Go head, tell me I'm crazy. I would not object.
My sister says that I change in the morning at an incredible speed. I tell her, if only I had a phone booth, I can be a superhero.
So, what you have to do is imagine that you are asked to save the world (I know, I know! Keep playing!) . Then, you have to ask yourself, who would you ask to help with you? In essense, you are drafting your own dream team, to save the world with you. Obviously an important task, so give it some serious thought. Who would you choose to be your right (/dominant/) hand person? What about the other hand? Who would you trust the children with? Who would be your liasion/public affairs person? Media control? Crowd control? First aid? Translator? See - it's fun! Well, mostly I think it's a telling exercise, about who I trust, what my friends' talents are, and what are my own shortcomings. Do you choose the experts, or your friends? I find it a fun way to evaluate where I stand in my relationships.
Go head, tell me I'm crazy. I would not object.
My sister says that I change in the morning at an incredible speed. I tell her, if only I had a phone booth, I can be a superhero.
Wednesday, November 17, 2004
Monday, November 15, 2004
The Edge of Reason
Love, love, love this movie! It was so funny, and touching, and basically chicken soup for the single's soul. And COLIN FIRTH! [girlish squeal of glee!] I don't want to give anything away, 'cuz all of you should GO OUT AND SEE THIS MOVIE. Be warned though, there are some major artistic license taken that makes it different from the book. But the stuff that makes a good book are different from that which makes a good movie, imo. I'm up for seeing it again with anyone who's interested.
Where are all the Mark Darcys in real life?
OT
Have anyone ever said something nice to you, but you wish that it came from someone else? Then you are left feeling like a totally bad person, 'cuz they are your friend, and they are being nice, and you are their friend, thus you should appreciate that they are doing something nice. Except you can't help wishing that it was someone else saying that to you.
Where are all the Mark Darcys in real life?
OT
Have anyone ever said something nice to you, but you wish that it came from someone else? Then you are left feeling like a totally bad person, 'cuz they are your friend, and they are being nice, and you are their friend, thus you should appreciate that they are doing something nice. Except you can't help wishing that it was someone else saying that to you.
done! & done!
Done! is that dreaded paper on hostage negotiation (though now the prof wants to discuss it - eek!)
Done! are all of my out-of-province law school applications - yay!! No more pandering and begging on personal statements!
Still waiting: for thesis proposal to be approved.
Going to see Bridget Jones' Diary II: Edge of Reason with my sister now. Will update again later with deeper thoughts that do not originate from sheer relief of freedom.
Done! are all of my out-of-province law school applications - yay!! No more pandering and begging on personal statements!
Still waiting: for thesis proposal to be approved.
Going to see Bridget Jones' Diary II: Edge of Reason with my sister now. Will update again later with deeper thoughts that do not originate from sheer relief of freedom.
Tuesday, November 09, 2004
Finding Me
Stolen from moonray's site:
Crush!
Which 'Finding Nemo' Character are you most like?
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Crush!
Which 'Finding Nemo' Character are you most like?
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Monday, November 08, 2004
that paper
Remember that paper I was writing on hostage negotiation, like 6 months ago? Yeah, still writing it. (Indep study is the bane of all procrastinators) I've decided that I need the accountability to all of you by posting it here, and the possibility of public shame should I let you down, to be my last resort motivation. I MUST get that stupid thing done this week. The sad thing is, it isn't even any good. I really don't care about the topic anymore, though it was so cool back in May.
Sunday, November 07, 2004
Alfie!
No, this is not an endorsement, but a surgeon general's warning to NOT see this movie. Yes, Jude Law is eye candy, but No, this does not have a plot. Yes, it was Susan Sarandon, but No, she does not appear for more than 5 minutes. Yes, I had some expectations for it, and No, they were not met. fat_sime can attest to all that. Trust me, it's not worth it. Wait for the other 10 Jude Law movies to come out.
Thursday, November 04, 2004
The W: Part Two
I am definitely staying in school for another 3/4 years. Don't feel ready to fully participate in a world run by the dubya for another term. Is the "devil you know" etc. thing really true then? How can a country re-elect someone so many are against? Do we, as people, just like to complain, while being secretly complacent about whatever is going on as long as it doesn't interfer with our internet connection?
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