December 13, 2003
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Hi all
Well, it's a good day, actually. The clouds continue to lift from our lives, and things are getting closer and closer to getting back to normal. And normal is good at this point. I'm feeling an enthusiasm for life that I haven't felt in awhile, and despite many remaining obstacles, our life is healing and moving closer to being under our guidance again.
I assisted in a lovely surprise for my wife and her parents. For a couple of weeks, I've been helping my brother-in-law arrange a whirlwind trip here. The deception has been fun, and got a bit complicated today when we ended up out of the house a lot longer than we expected, helping someone move house. Anyhow, my wife's brother arrived in Toronto last night, and got here to the house around 1:30 this afternoon. It worked out really well, and they're all thrilled to see him. It's been 3 years since they've seen him, and 4 or 5 since I have. It really is a quick trip (he has to leave again tomorrow afternoon) but it's still nice.
My job is going well, though because of various factors I'm not getting enough hours. If I was really responsible, I'd switch to a job with more hours, even though I wouldn't enjoy it as much. But I'm being selfish. I haven't had the chance to indulge my own desires much lately, so this is a small way to help smooth my life a bit. The guy I'm working for is nice, and he seems quite impressed by my work, which is good. When I agree to do a job, I do it to the very best of my ability, regardless of whether it's an intellectual (like teaching kids in Korea) or physical (my current job, lugging junk around a construction site).
I'm working on bringing my webpage skills up to modern standards, or at least less out of date. I'm building one for a musician friend of mine, Amelia Curran (that link is just her mp3 page, not the one I'm building). Actually I put up the mp3 page too. She's an amazing musician, and was just nominated for an ECMA for Female Artist Of The Year. However, she doesn't do internet stuff. So I'm helping her out. She doesn't know yet, since like many people, I'll go miles as a favour, but once it's an obligation I have more trouble motivating myself. But anyhow. It's looking really good, and I'm hoping to have it ready to go in the next few days. I'll let you guys take a look at it as soon as it's done.
Anyhow, we're going to head downtown for awhile. Hope you're all well and happy. Sorry I haven't had the chance to properly visit everyone's sites lately. I've had just barely enough brain power to keep reading them, but not quite enough to comment regularly. I'll try to remedy that as soon as possible.
Take care
-Justin-
Comments (13)
I came across one of your comments a while back and was curious so I went back a year of your blogs and read them. What an interesting couple you are. BTW I love Canada. Most people go to Florida for their R&R, I go to Canada. Have you seen the movie "Almost Famous". I rented it last week for I saw a documentary on the director who says it mimics his own life. I would like your take on it.
I wish happiness and serenity for you and your wife and am seeking the same for myself!
Glad to heart that you are well and enjoying your working life. What's next?
It was nice to read things are getting better for you. I'm pleased. Thanks for sharing.
Good to hear from you. You seem to be walking through a valley of shadows at this time,. Here's wishing you some sunshine. Blessings.
The Curran site looks good, very informative. It took me a while to get into it, until I realised that my browser wouldn't open it cos of the blinky ad. I wonder how many people have those popup things that ban them?
As far as friends go, you are married, your wife's your friend, for some people that plus a couple of friends is enough. But when you are single you need a few. My (ex) friend Juliana earns quite a lot of money but is mean in every respect, you know the sort of person who always 'forgets' their purse when they are out for lunch or drinks. So I guess I shouldn't have been surprised.
re your remark on famous people. I got a lot of email from that blog from people who had met celebrities. The best was from a lady who met Arnie and Maria Shriver very recently at a wedding. She said Arnie is only about 5'9" tall!!!! He doesn't look like a pocket Hercules!
I like your attitude to work. Maybe its just your time for doing things for yourself and this job gives you that opportunity.
Do you know you were one of my first readers ever, my first subbers when I was SoapOpera? Its a long time....
Wow, good luck learning to write web code...frankly I can't stand to do HTML stuff...which is why I'm happy to let Xanga take care of all the ugly stuff for me.
I know what you mean about obligation... I love doing dishes as long as it's at someone elses' house. Screw being responsible, it's not nearly as cool as it's cracked up to be...do what you like, and you'll be able to do it longer.
-Chris
i love when random people sign my blog. i love it!
glad to hear things are improving there, and that you had the opportunity to visit with family. About the job thing- well- I agree with you- relax- you've had a rough few motnhs- and you deserve to cut yourself a break!!! I hope you enjoy the holidays-
Peace Love and Light
Hehe, thanks for letting me know bout the typo in my profile
Thank you for that supporting compliment, but I just have to ask...who are you? Did you hear abour my problem at askdennis? Anyway, thank you for the comment. It really helped me out. Thank you again, I really appreciate it!
--fresh_steamy_asparagus
Thank you for your comment on my site, it is nice to know that someone understands me and doesn't label it depressing which is not what i intended. thank you again.
d
So glad you're doing well. Keep up the good work. Oh, by the way, I saw your comment at Byron's site. I quit smoking on Sept. 6, 1977. Haven't touched a cig since. I can tell you the plan I used. Ask.
Hello, Justin! I justed wanted to ask you again... who are you, darling? You left such a kind message for me a while back, and I never knew who you were.
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