Happy Daisy Day!!

I never knew there was such a thing, and I don't really like daisies all that much, so I'll hold off exuding any real sense of celebration until "columbine day" or "lilac day" comes along (if they even exist).
So, this week has been alright, although busy. I am staying on top of school work, and feeling fairly organized, so I think I'll be able to manage keeping everything together without getting behind or worn out. I'll have to check on that again in a couple of weeks. Intramural soccer is fun; I'm playing outdoor 11-a-side, and am slowing getting back into it (meaning, not sucking so much), after not really playing organized soccer for about 9 years. We've played two games, and the second was significantly better than the first, so that's a good sign.
I might be getting so more work, doing some marking, and I'll know more about that come Monday afternoon. The other job is still going alright, and any uncertainties I have are well addressed by the people I work with, which is great.
So yeah, this is fairly mundane to read, I'm sure. I wish I had something exciting to say. Well, I'm hopefully going on a ski trip during the first part of reading week (which is exciting to me)!! Oh, and I'm going to see Barenaked Ladies on Thursday evening, which is relatively exciting, although not so much as it once was ...
I hope Mexico is treating Mom, Dad, Jasmine, and Anthony well. Two of them really needed that vacation. ;)

Hockey news: Didn't get to see the All-Star game, although I listened to part of it. Didn't get to see the Leafs game last night, although I did watch highlights. I liked what I saw, especially from Raycroft. Nice to see Sundin get on the scoring sheet. Luongo's been on fire lately, which is awesome, and definitely has helped get the 'Nucks back on track.

P.S. Baby boys are better than baby girls (with the exception of Maya)!! ;)

Jed

Just thought I would put up a couple of pictures of me and the puppy ... :)

He's such a sweetie ....

I had a pretty good weekend, enjoying IVCF Friday night for the first time in a while, playing a couple of hockey games (skater both times), and even getting some organizing and school work done!
Work is still going alright, and I guess they're going to keep me, since I haven't heard anything to the contrary. :)

All for one, or some for all?!?

I was just thinking about whether it's better to spread yourself over a few different things, and get generally skilled in a few areas (such as some different sports, writing, musical instruments), and how this would contribute differently to your development than being focussed in one or two areas (like getting really good at one instrument or one sport). I think it's better for kids to try out different things when they're younger, because even if they aren't focussed on something until their 11 or 12, they still have the opportunity to make something their main focus and become the best they can be. Thinking of this makes me think about the example of playing violin, because I believe that there is little or no difference between kids who start when they're 6 or 7 and kids who start at 10 or 11, by the time they reach about 13-14 years, all other things being equal. As far as other things go, like hockey, I think it's likely beneficial to start skating earlier, but I would gather that kids who focus mostly on hockey from a young age, and those who have it as a small part of their life along with other hobbies/interest/past times would not differ significantly in ability so much that a child could not start focussing on hockey around the age of 12 or so, and catch up to those who have been more involved...
I guess the more technically challenging something is, the less likely being involved at a very young age is likely to make a difference, as the younger children with probably not become very proficient, even with a few years practice.
Okay, this train of thought has run out of steam, as it's getting late-ish and I'm tired-ish. Anyone have it one way or the other and want to comment, go ahead ...
Good night, and God Bless.
or alternatively:
Sleep well, and wake happy.

Quick note-eroo

So, the snow really does follow me around. I have yet to consult God as to why, exactly. :) I'm not complaining though. Coolest thing I discovered upon my return was NOT the snow, but that the people residing in the other part of this house got a dog. He's a lovely German Shepherd Husky cross (although he looks considerably more Shepherd) named Jed, and is about 9 months old. I will be posting pictures sometime in the near future! :D

Work (the whole day-and-a-half I've been through) has been going okay, although I do feel lost quite a bit of the time. Ah well, I'm sure it's a steep learning curve ... The people I work with are great (which includes helpful), which is a blessing.

After going a shocking 4 days without playing hockey *gasp* I will be playing tomorrow (Friday) night, as a goalie, and Sunday night, as a skater. I look forward to it immensely!!!

Last but not least: I know I've done some Starfield promoting before, but this time it's not just Starfield (although I would probably think Obsession the best song on this cd) ... anyway, if you want to listen to some free music, check this out: http://www.hearitfirst.com/xworship2007/

a quarter of a century?!?

Well, I’m finally back in lovely Victoria, after 5 weeks back at home in Ontario. It was a very nice break, exactly what I needed!! I had the chance to spend time with family, visit the people I wanted to (although some of them not for as long as I would’ve liked), play a lot of hockey with various family members, go horseback riding, watch an OHL game … the only thing lacking at all was snow, but as it made my frequent driving easier I won’t complain too much about it. J The only real problem on the personal front was it meant no skiing. As far as the environment and the troubles that’ll be cause due to insects, split trees, etc., is another story.
Christmastime was busy, but still enjoyable, as it usually seems to be. I always especially enjoy the Christmas Eve service, and I think it’s the same for many other people. I finally received an mp3 player, which I definitely appreciate, and it will be in constant use. My birthday (on the 8^th) passed in a less notable manner than I ever remember (25 years … what have I been doing all this time???!!??) because it was a day spent mostly in travels, but I did get a few treats and cards, and that was lovely. And as I’m sure at least one person would agree, I don’t need cake. Dad allowed me to buy myself a new hockey stick for my birthday, so it was indirectly his gift to me, and after careful and lengthy deliberation I chose the Sherwood Rhythm 9 (85 flex).

I’ve used it twice since its purchase, and I love it! The only other stick in consideration was the Nike Bauer One90 (where I would've gone for the Naslund model), but the Sherwood edged it out. I got the Crosby model because I like the curve.
Anyway, gotta get to class.