Taco Tuesday

Today is a very special day. Taco Tuesday commenced at supper time,and there will be two excerpts from my writing book today.

I would also like to point out that although there were clouds out all day that threatened snow, we did not actually receive any more snow than the piddly little amount that feel whilst we all slept. This is rude. London is merely 2 hours away and they got a blizzard while we can't even sprinkle enough to cover the grass. Pitiful.

 

The following is an excerpt from 642 Things to Write About.

 

Start a story with the line "When I confronted him, he denied that he'd ever said it."

 

"When I confronted him, he denied that he'd ever said it."

"I thought as much. He never was one to tell the truth, even when his mother became involved."

"She's involved now too? Oh he must hate that."

"Don't I know it! He hardly even looked at me when I mentioned how much her contribution has helped our case."

"She sure has made an excellent addition to our cause. I'm not sure we could have made it this far without her."

"Well I'm sure it doesn't help that her own son denies ever saying that he knows how to make crepes like the French. If I had such skill I wouldn't hide it in a cupboard."

"I know what you mean."

 

 

A newly invented product that will change your life.

 

The Lindor chocolate truffle machine.

 

"Empty it and we'll refill it for free!"

 

 

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It's back.

Today was a rather spectacular day because I finished my book at lunch. I read Divergent and now I'm about to start reading Insurgent. Hold on, things are getting intense!

Another awesome happening of the day, I got my keyboard tray installed at work today. Only one month left and I almost have a fully functioning work space!

 

The following is an excerpt from 642 Things to Write About.

 

Write a scene that begins: "It was the first time I killed a man."

 

"It was the first time I killed a man."

"And when was the second?"

"No, I mean that was the only time."

"So you've only killed once or only one person?"

"Yes. Wait, what? I only killed one time."

"But did you kill one man that one time?"

"Yes, I did."

"Did you kill only one man that one time or did you kill two men that one time?"

"I only killed one man at that time."

"So you've never killed more than one man?"

"No."

"You've killed more than one man?"

"No, I already said that."

"But you know you killed one man."

"Yes."

"What was his name?"

"He doesn't have one, the dead never do."

 

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It's Monday...

Monday, November 11, the first snow fall of the season.

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Happy Birthday Papa!

Today is quite a special day. Not only is it November 7th, it is also Papa's 50th birthday!!

The lucky guy received a letter today from his most awesome daughter. If you have ever received a letter from that awesome daughter, you should feel very special.

Anyways, today at the office we had a little ordeal with the mail. There were so many envelopes that Robin and I had to efficiently display our excellent teamwork skills whilst delivering the mail to the post office. Because there was so much mail it had to be put into a box that could only be carried by the strong arms that are connected to Robin and myself. Don't worry, the mail was delivered to the post office by 2 o'clock.

The next awesome thing that happened at work was around 3 on the clock when Becky came around to my desk and dropped off a keyboard drawer. I am especially excited to install such a device as it will make more room on my desk for actual work stuff.

The final awesome thing that happened at work today is that Robin was a kind soul and shared her Screameggs with me. I will not ever be able to forget the kindness that was shown to me through that action. Robin, I am eternally grateful.

 

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It's Novembrance Day Weekend

After such a busy weekend I have loads of interestingly awesome things to share.

On Friday night after work I drove myself over to my friends house and shortly after my arrival we departed for the city. We had big plans in the way of the cinema and we did not disappoint ourselves. After a quick supper at Subway we felt full enough to embark on the long journey back across the parking lot to the theater. We were quite smart about our lives and we purchased tickets before getting supper to ensure ourselves seats. The movie was Ender's Game. And lovely it was. I quite enjoyed the movie, far more than most book-to-movie creations that I've come across in the past. (Nicool, I'd like your thoughts if you don't mind.)

On Saturday morning I got the always enjoyable opportunity to volunteer at the Ten Thousand Villages on the south east corner of the four corners in town. You can't miss it, it's the only one here. Anyways, I productively observed all of their new items in the warmth while the rain persistently fell on the streets beyond our windows. I wasn't going to buy anything but then I realized that the Mennonite Girls Can Cook Celebrations cookbook is a must have item, so I happily purchased it and flagged all the recipes that I plan to make in the future.

In the afternoon I got back in the car and drove about 20 minutes west to visit my mentor who has an adorable and very energetic toddler. There were many races around the island and many more airballs while playing basketball in the basement. After said child was put to bed we watched What to Expect When You're Expecting and then I took my return to my humble abode. 

On Sunday I woke up at the correct time because I have a spectacular alarm clock that changes the time for me. We went to church and then went to one of the other Mennonite churches in town for the Chili Cook-Off. I love chili, especially by the crock-pot. 

To work off all the chili, my friends and I went to The Point to take pictures and go for a good walk. It was quite beautiful with all the trees changing colours and all the leaves falling.

In the evening on Sunday I got to attend Youth which was a lovely games night. Our pastor opened the night with a devotional and then the group of us that stayed in The Youth Room played Apples to Apples till it was time to leave. 

I was quite surprised that after such a long weekend I felt rather refreshed this morning. I anticipate another excellent week!

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QOTD

"You are too old, children," said Aslan, "and you must begin to come closer to your own world now."

"It isn't Narnia, you know," sobbed Lucy. "It's you. We shan't meet you there. And how can we live, never meeting you?"

"But you shall meet me, dear one," said Aslan.

"Are - are you there too, Sir?" said Edmund.

"I am," said Aslan. "But there I have another name. You must learn to know me by that name. This was the very reason you were brought to Narnia, that by knowing me here for a little, you may know me better there."

- C.S. Lewis, The Voyage of the Dawn Treader

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The Almost Allegiant Smartie McFlurry

As was promised to us by a valued McDonald's employee, the Smartie McFlurry has returned. When did it leave you may ask? A long time ago. It's return is far overdue.

There are many points that tell us that McD's made a poor choice when they discontinued sales of the said Smartie McFlurry:

1. Smartie's are in fact a Canadian invention, therefore, they should be a constant item on the menu.

2. One may make a point that they don't matter since so many people didn't realize they had been gone in the first place, but this is so extremely incorrect. The reason people are so confused as to why the Smartie McFlurry's were gone is because they can't believe that a corporation as established as McD's would ever think of removing such a commonly requested dessert item from their restaurants.

3. On more than one occasion I have had to comfort my Mother as she wistfully retired to her Lay-Z-Boy early without being able to complete her work from such distress.

As you can tell from the points laid out above, the Smartie McFlurry is a cherished piece of dessert that should never be denied from a human being in need of a little deliciously nutritious snack.

In other news, today I finally received the package of books that I ordered way back in July (I think). I ordered two books from Chapters. One would have come earlier but the other was pre-ordered and for some reason I can not figure out how to get them to deliver books as they become available instead of when the last one does.

The two books that I received are Allegiant by Veronica Roth and Pretties by Scott Westerfeld. They are both sci-fi and will be added to my very full bookshelf at my earliest convenience. I am happy to note that I am still waiting on the fifth of A Song of Ice and Fire which will be shipped sometime near it's release date of November 11, 2013. I know you are probably confused because that book came out months ago but I don't think you realized that that was the hardcover version and this will be the trade paperback version. There's a difference. 

Go to McD's, this is t-bear signing off