I realize this video may be crossing some socially appropriate lines but I'm going to take a chance and post in anyway. Enjoy!
My favorite line has to be, "Your son Rip is on line toot..." Priceless!
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Friday, July 11, 2008
And We're Off...
Rather suddenly we came across the opportunity to fly north yet again to be reunited with family and we jumped at the chance! Unfortunately our breadwinner had to stay behind (boo American stupid only two weeks of holidays a year-!!). It's been nice to be back, especially at this time of year. We're usually back in winter and I had forgotten how beautiful it is here in summer!
Tomorrow Caitlin and I will head 600km south with my parents and sister to the Rocky Mountains, where we'll take part in the beloved ARWC (Alberta Rockies Wilderness Camp) from which I have been absent for too many summers. It'll be Caitlin's first week of camping too, and from how much she already loves the outdoors I think she'll have a blast. A week of fellowship, fun, and always-spectacular views of the surrounding wilderness awaits!
Tomorrow Caitlin and I will head 600km south with my parents and sister to the Rocky Mountains, where we'll take part in the beloved ARWC (Alberta Rockies Wilderness Camp) from which I have been absent for too many summers. It'll be Caitlin's first week of camping too, and from how much she already loves the outdoors I think she'll have a blast. A week of fellowship, fun, and always-spectacular views of the surrounding wilderness awaits!
Thursday, July 3, 2008
(No) Food for Thought
Think about this: it's physically uncomfortable to go without food for a time. But in our part of the world this willing sacrifice and spiritual discipline is something we can choose for ourselves and we deal with the discomfort ourselves.
But what about the mothers in the world who not only fast simply because they have no food for themselves, but must deal with the harsh reality of having nothing to offer their babies and children? Not only can they not give up their portion for their children, they don't even have the choice. As a mother myself, that reality is impossible to think about facing. A sobering reality indeed.
Let's not let our comfort blind us to those in need and how we can help.
But what about the mothers in the world who not only fast simply because they have no food for themselves, but must deal with the harsh reality of having nothing to offer their babies and children? Not only can they not give up their portion for their children, they don't even have the choice. As a mother myself, that reality is impossible to think about facing. A sobering reality indeed.
Let's not let our comfort blind us to those in need and how we can help.
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Canada Day, Yo!
In honour of my homeland's 141st birthday today, here are some of my favourite things Canadian.
1. Kraft Dinner ("KD").
Although marketed almost identically with the more commonly known name "Kraft Macaroni and Cheese" south of the 49th, it tastes better in Canada. Any Canadian will tell you so! (the Canadian band "The Barenaked Ladies" even mentions it in their song, If I Had A Million Dollars: "If I had a million dollars, we wouldn't have to eat Kraft Dinner. But we would eat Kraft Dinner, of course we would we'd just eat more.")
2. Russell Peters.
A comedian who gets me rolling on the floor with his immigrant and other multi-cultural stories and jokes.
3. Corner Gas.
The guy who plays the main character on this Canadian sitcom's real name is Brent Butt. With a name like that he's probably had to be hilarious his whole life just to stay sane!
4. Poutine.
Fries topped with cheese curds and gravy...go to your nearest Canadian A&W to try this fabulous combination. Yummmm!
5. Boston Pizza.
A casual sit down restaurant with a billion types of pizza, not to mention greaaaaat cheesecake.
1. Kraft Dinner ("KD").
Although marketed almost identically with the more commonly known name "Kraft Macaroni and Cheese" south of the 49th, it tastes better in Canada. Any Canadian will tell you so! (the Canadian band "The Barenaked Ladies" even mentions it in their song, If I Had A Million Dollars: "If I had a million dollars, we wouldn't have to eat Kraft Dinner. But we would eat Kraft Dinner, of course we would we'd just eat more.")2. Russell Peters.
A comedian who gets me rolling on the floor with his immigrant and other multi-cultural stories and jokes.3. Corner Gas.
The guy who plays the main character on this Canadian sitcom's real name is Brent Butt. With a name like that he's probably had to be hilarious his whole life just to stay sane!4. Poutine.
Fries topped with cheese curds and gravy...go to your nearest Canadian A&W to try this fabulous combination. Yummmm!5. Boston Pizza.
A casual sit down restaurant with a billion types of pizza, not to mention greaaaaat cheesecake.
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