Day 260

Woo hoo! Another increment of 10 down! I'm thinking about having a party for my 265th post, because there are only 100 left after that. Who knows. We'll see. Ha ha, my life is so exciting.

Speaking of exciting, I had a thought about myself the other night. I don't think I like to commit to opinions out loud because I'm afraid people won't like me if I have a differing opinion than them. Isn't that sad? Don't get me wrong, I have opinions and values and beliefs, and will share some of them no problem...but I think the title of this blog is super ironic, because I hardly share my opinions on things. At least, not on divided issues, or difficult issues. Anyway, I'm not going to start spewing opinions to alienate people. Anyway, some thoughts. Maybe you see it as being spineless. Who knows. I never was a good debate person. I always think of what to say after, and that never helps.

Let me know what you think of that. Am I being spineless? Am I being inclusive? Have I been opinionated? I can take it, I promise. :) And no, I'm not looking for validation. I'm curious what you think of it.

Anyway, we had our first midwife appointment today, which was good. My wife had some questions answered, and we got some advise that we'll adhere to. We're going back in a couple of weeks to hear the heart beat. We're not getting an ultra sound until about 20 weeks, unless the midwife is unable to hear the heart beat. That's what happened last time. No one could hear the heart beat, so they got us in for an ultra sound, and they found that our little one had died 3 weeks previous. Anyway, my wife is very positive about this one. She feels good about it. Well, physically she feels terrible, and super tired all the time, but she feels good about the health of the baby. I feel bad for her, because she's been having trouble getting the eating thing down right. She'll get hungry, so she'll eat something, but then feel ultra bloated. I hate feeling bloated...I can't imagine it being all the time. I can't imaging that feeling of complete exhaustion all the time, either. A friend of ours said that men will never understand what that exhaustion feels like. I agree completely, of course. Pregnancy is exciting, but it can be/is difficult, from my observation only. Well, I'll just continue to be as supportive as possible.

I've been thinking of starting a twitter account, or something else that I can quote or explain the things my wife says or does that's due to the pregnancy. I'll only do it with her permission, of course. It might embarrass her, which it's not the intention. The intention would be to bring humour to an otherwise emotional or physically difficult situation. It might help lighten things a little. Laughter as medicine, so to speak. We'll see. I'll keep you posted about that. Someone is probably already stealing the idea as they read this. No, I wasn't accusing you. Someone else.

I've rambled on for long enough now. Thanks for reading again. Take care, of course. Love you all.

Day 259

Another Wednesday finished. Even thought I only got about 3 hours or slightly less of sleep last night, I managed to get through the day in decent shape. There were definitely times when my brain wasn't functioning very well, but overall, an okay day.

I'm blanking on what to write about...again...sigh. Someday, I promise I'll have something interesting to write about!

I'm yawning too much. Good night all. Love you. Take care.

Day 258

I'm sorry, but it's 3:40am, and I am feeling so tired and out of it. I usually try not to do this, but I had to finish an assignment, so here I am. Bed time now. I'll get about 2 hours of sleep, maybe 3, then I'm up for the day, I think. I have a morning class, so I'll have to drink some serious coffee. I wish Museo was open at 8, but they aren't till 9. Sigh.

Thanks so much for reading. I hope you got more sleep than I did!

Take care.

Day 257

Monday is finished. Highlight of my day? I'd have to say when my boss texted me and said I could come watch some roasting if I had time. I had been wanting to see the roaster in action for a while, so I was geeking out a bit, trying to soak in as much information as possible. The process is actually a lot shorter than I thought. That being said, it's not a huge machine, so it takes longer to roast more. Very exciting for me, anyway. I wish I would have taken a picture with my cell phone or something for you to see, but maybe another time.

I've been working on an assignment due tomorrow night. I thought I would get it done tonight, but it has been taking a bit longer than originally though. That's probably a little because of the procrastination, but I'll get it done before the due time. No worries yet.


My wife went to bed at about 9:30, and here I am, writing this blog at almost 1am. I should follow her lead, and I would probably be much more happy and productive during the day. My afternoon class is going to kick my butt.

Take care, everyone.

Day 256

I'm not sure how else to announce it, so I'll just say that that my is expecting. We're extremely excited, and trying very hard to be completely positive without worrying. There are milestones we'd like to get past for our own sake, but at the same time we are trusting that this pregnancy will be different than the past. We're expecting a healthy pregnancy, and a healthy happy baby. That being said, Jenn has been quite sick and super tired, etc. I know those are all good signs, but it's pretty difficult for her as she works full time at a job that requires lots of brain power. Think of her during the week as she works. :)


Anyway, some of you already know, some of you I haven't had the chance to tell. If you're disappointed that you found out this way, my apologies. I didn't exclude anyone on purpose. One of my biggest pet peeves regarding news like this and announcements online is when people make a comment that they've known for a while, bla bla bla. I think it's sort of rude, and know most of you wouldn't do something like that. If you were thinking of doing that, however...here's your warning. :) There are the obvious people that have known from the start, like some close family. Anyway, I'm just rambling now.


So yeah, if you hadn't guessed already, this was the announcement I wanted to make (as mentioned a few posts ago). I've been dropping very subtle hints, like the number of weeks Jenn is, in various posts...but I didn't actually go and say my wife is ___ weeks along. I just said the weeks in various places. I don't know...just for something to do.


Anyway, we're super happy, but just like last time during my wife's short pregnancy, I can't help but think all the time about those who have had difficulty in trying to have a baby.


That's it, I think, for now. I'll probably share some thoughts about it as we go. Thanks for stopping by again to read. Love you all. Take care.

Day 255

Pretty slow day at work, but it was still a good day. I know tomorrow (Sunday) afternoon is going to be busy as it usually is, so it gives me good practice behind the bar. Fun stuff!

My co-worker showed me his photo album today. He has an old Olympus film camera that his dad gave to him I think. Looking at his pictures made me want to take my film slr's our for a spin one of these days. Not sure when that will be, but some day I'll do that. Should be fun.

I realized the other day that there are people who check out my blog who I wouldn't have guessed check it out. Thanks for reading! These days haven't been particularly riveting, but I'm sure inspiration will strike one of these days. :)

I think I'm going to leave it at that. Take care, all. Love you!

Day 254

I've been reading a lot lately. I am a bit behind on my research, so I would like to catch up as best as I can. Doing okay so far, but have a ways to go still. I can't imagine how much reading some people do in English majors, or going to ivy league universities, or where ever they read multiple books per week. I think I've been complaining about my slow reading too much lately. I do enjoy reading, and learning...don't get me wrong. I just have to work harder than others to keep up and get good grades.

Tomorrow (or probably today when you read this) I work again. I miss not working there during the week, which is a good sign I suppose. It's almost like I get a bit rusty during the week, and have to shake it off quickly during the weekends. That being said, I visit during the week as I study, and practice once and a while when I make myself drinks throughout my study time. Eventually, my drinks will look nicer and nicer. They taste great now, though. No worries there. :)


Bed time for ol' Jason. I hope you're all doing well these days. Love you all. Take care.

Day 253

Sorry, but I haven't made the time to post photos of me wearing some glasses. My wife snapped a few today...I just have to upload them. I'm not sure about any of them, to tell you the truth, but we'll see.

Tomorrow my wife has an edo, so we'll get to sleep in a bit, and spend some time together during the day. That will be nice, considering I work on weekends, and only get to see her in the evenings. Tonight we sat and watched too much television. A bunch of shows started their seasons tonight, so that's the reason for that.

My eyes are watering from fatigue. I should go to bed now, I suppose. Love you guys. Take care.

Day 252

Pretty sure I feel asleep before I got the post up last night. Oops. Anyway, I had the camera ready to upload some pictures of some glasses frames, but I'll just do that today sometimes. Yesterday was a decent day. I've been frustrated with how slow I read. I need to do some catching up reading, but when I sit down to read, it takes me forever to get a little reading done. It's been one of my challenges through my post secondary education. Sigh...oh well.

Anyway, I'll post later today as well. Take care!

Day 251

It's supposed to be really hot again later this week and over the weekend. I'm not going to complain, because I know the weather will turn in my favour just after that. I also know that many people like hot weather, and it'll be nice for them.

Earlier this evening I did some pictures for my brother and sister-in-law. It was fun. We stopped at a couple different locations...one with a pond and nice trees and all that, and we walked downtown a bit as well. Hopefully they'll be happy with the results.

Tomorrow is Wednesday. That's special, isn't it? I thought so.

Have a great day, or evening, depending on when you read this. I have class Wednesday morning, then I'm reading in the afternoon...unless I fall asleep. I should get used to doing stuff on no sleep. I would be much more efficient if I could do stuff both night and day. Well, down the road.


Hey, it's basically only 8 weeks or so until the Christmas season starts. Okay, maybe that's a little early. I'll stop being silly.

I'm tired, and not making sense. I love you guys! Take care.

Day 250

Even thought it is not that special, there's something about post 250 that I like the sound of. I think that's all I have to say about that.

I started looking at new glasses frames today. I'm about 2 years overdue. When I had my eyes checked out last month, the doctor told me that one of my eyes change, but didn't necessarily get worse. Something about astigmatism getting worse but eye site getting a bit better? I don't know about that stuff, so I'll just say yeeeeaah, that's the ticket. Anyway, my eyes had been bugging me a bit, and now that I'm back to reading for school, I'm starting to really notice it. All that to say, time for new spectacles. For the last 2 glasses I've owned, they've been a very similar look. Dark, brown plastic frames. I like the look, and I think they look good on me for the most part. I'm wondering, though, if I should get something different. So, what I'm going to do is "borrow" a bunch of glasses from a local place, and take some pictures of myself wearing them all, and get your opinion as to which ones look best on me. Look for that in the next few days. I'm hoping Wednesday afternoon, but could be as late as Friday. Anyway, it should be fun.

I also just want to mention something that's on my mind. I find marriage to be extremely rewarding. It's often very hard work staying on top of communication, and not being selfish a lot of the time, but the benefits far outweigh the work it takes to see those benefits. I have very much been enjoying my wife's company these days. I always have, but I've been appreciating it more lately, and I think it's because I work on the weekends now, so I only see her in the evenings or in the morning before her work. Well, I don't think that's the only reason, but I'm sure it does help me appreciate her that much more. Anyway, I love her.

That's it for today. Thanks again for reading. Love you all. Take care!

Day 249

I just watched Rise of the Planet of the Apes. I'll save you the review/critique, because I suck at doing that. I will say that I enjoyed it quite a lot. If you're interested in reading movie reviews, my brother has a blog, and he reviews movies regularly. His blog is called In a Darkened Room. The link is also in the column on the right side of this site

It was a good day at work this afternoon. We were quite busy pretty much the entire day, which made the day go by pretty quick.


Tomorrow and this coming week in general is buckle down time for reading and organizing myself. Often at the beginning of the semester I have trouble getting off to a great start as far as organizing myself goes. I don't know why...I just do.


I need to go to bed. One of the habits I need to break is going to bed much much too late. All of the things I do at night I could easily get done in the day. I think it's because I like the peace of night. My wife is sleeping and safe and I like that. The street gets much quieter, which I like as well. I know it's quiet if I can hear the ringing in my ears. I have it constantly. Anyone else?


Good night, all. Thanks for stopping by. Love you, and take care!

Day 248

Work today was pretty good. I have been practicing keeping cool when it gets busy. There's no use getting frantic, or trying to move as fast as I can, because it just doesn't help. Tomorrow (Sunday) might be busier, so I will be calmer yet. I realize this is probably boring for you to hear about, but it's the stuff that's on my mind, people. :)

Not sure what else to tell you. Classes are going okay so far. I'm a bit behind on my web class, true to form for ol' Jason. When I do web classes, I tend to lag for the first week or so. I'll be reading like crazy this week, to catch up on all my reading. I'm looking forward to it, actually.

I think I'm done for now. Thanks for stopping by today! Love you all. Take care.

Day 247

Short one tonight, folks! I hope you're all doing well.

Sorry, I really meant it. Really short. Take care!

Day 246

Spent some time in a coffee shop other than the one I work at, today. A two man crew from CBC was in, interviewing a woman who was a musician, and I think thought at the university from time to time. They were talking about culture (I think specifically art culture, but maybe not entirely only art culture), and Saskatoon, and all that. It was actually an interesting conversation...at least the parts I heard. The lady being interviewed was saying how the city of Saskatoon was at a crucial point in it's growth, and that we needed to make sure art culture, and other cultures, weren't lost in the growth. She then used Calgary as an example. She said that in Calgary big business sort of took over and sort of swept culture away. I also think she mentioned that it was improving there now. I found it interesting, in part because I've sort of observed that about Calgary, from what little I know about it. I know there are areas and people in Calgary that might disagree. I don't know enough about the city to make actual statements about it's culture. As of now, I think the people of Saskatoon have been doing a good job of maintaining, growing and nurturing it's culture. I enjoy the city, and hope it can keep it's vibe. Well, not the bad driving vibe. But I think everyone says that about their city. Bad drivers. I'm beginning to think everyone is a bad driver. Some are just worse than bad.

I got an unexpected, yet much appreciated gift today. A little background information first. My grandma, who passed this past Christmas, used to always make various canned items, and jam, and apple juice, and other things. I had two favorite things that she made: apple juice (I could drink gallons of grandmas home made apple juice), and chokecherry syrup. We used to put chokecherry syrup in a bowl, add some cream, and eat it just like that. Often we'd dip bread in it as well. Soooo good. Okay, well, a friend of mine that happens to work on the same floor as my wife, passed on some of her own chokecherry syrup for me to have. When my wife messaged me to let me know, I teared up. I was reminded of how much I missed my grandma, and memories of eating the syrup came back, along with different memories of grandma on the farm. I don't know why, but when I remember my grandma, it's usually visions of her on the farm. I think those were my favorite memories. Maybe it is because my youth was simpler. Who knows. Anyway, to you who passed on some of your home made chokecherry syrup, thank you thank you thank you. I haven't said your name because I haven't asked your permission. But you know who you are, and I appreciate it so much. I bet you didn't know your actions and generosity would have such a big impact on my day. :)

I think I'll leave it at that for now. I've been chatty kathy tonight, so I'll stop. Thanks for coming by again. Keep coming by, as I think I have an announcement in the next few days.

Love you all. Take care!

Day 245

I've been surfing on something called Pinteresting, or something like that. There are some pretty sweet ideas and other need stuff on that site. Anyway, the time got away, and now I'm going to cut this one short.

I was just thinking tonight about how fast things can change in life. Maybe the changes are a long time coming, but when they do come, it seems fast. For me, only 7 weeks ago or so, life was much much different than it is now. Seven weeks before that, it was even more different...and so on and so on. When change comes, it seems to come on fast.

I think that I'm finished this one. Sorry it's not the most exciting. Thanks anyway for coming here and reading over and over again. Love you all. Take care.

Day 244

I had fun reading the comments to yesterdays post. I should do that more often.

My wife and I were talking on the couch tonight. She asked me if I felt different, or better, now that I was working and going to school. I didn't have to think very long about my answer. I definitely do feel different these days. I think my self confidence is up, and it definitely better now that I have some structure in my life. I am not too busy (I don't think yet, at least), and my life isn't too slow. I think I have balance at the moment...at least as far as work school play is concerned. I haven't made myself so busy I that I don't have quality time with my wife, or friends. I'm not bored now, or wondering what to do. At the moment, it feels right. I'll definitely enjoy it, while it is here.

I will talk to you tomorrow at some point. I love you! Thanks for reading. Take care.

Day 243

Something came up while we were hanging out with friends tonight, that really made me laugh. It made me want to ask if this something specific has ever happened to you, and I would like your honesty. I figured that we can keep it anonymous if you'd like, by just clicking the "like" box if it has happened to you, or the "don't like" box if something like this has never happened to you. Anyway, I'll get on with it.

Our friend mentioned that while they were grocery shopping the other day, they passed gas in the aisle because the aisle was empty. Just as they finished, someone came around the corner in to the aisle. It also happened to be gas of the smelly variety, so my friend just walked away before the other person got near them. My friend pretended to shop in another aisle for a while, then came back to shop in the original aisle.

Well, let me be the first honest person and say this almost exact thing has happened to be on a few different occasions. If you think less of me now, I think you have denial issues. :)

Again, let me know if this or something like this has ever happened to you at a store or a grocery store. Just click the "like" box if it has happened to you (as in, you were the gas passer), and "dislike" if it has never happened to you (as in, you're in denial that you pass gas).

If you're brave enough, or have no shame about this subject like me, go ahead and share your stories in the subject.

This is just going to be awkward if no one participates. Please humour me!

Thanks for stopping by again. Love you all! Take care.

Day 242

It's finally here...the cool weather. I think most of you who know me at all, probably know that I don't like the heat. I wilt in it. I only enjoy the summer if it's 22 degrees outside, or under. If it's warmer than that, there better be a breeze or some cloud cover. I don't get when people like giving themselves cancer for hours on end under the dangerous sun. I also don't get when people like sitting there sweating. It doesn't make sense...to me anyway. I guess power to them, if that's what they like. They probably don't get why I like cooler weather. Anyway, this week looks like it's going to be a lot cooler than it has been, which means I'll be able to sleep better, I'll stop sweating, and my body won't overheat, which in turn affects my mood. I fight it every time. I try to stay calm and in good spirits, but if it's hot enough, I always end up frustrated, annoyed, claustrophobic, sticky, brain dead, etc. I've talked about this too long already. It's over for another season I hope. As I mentioned...the cool is here now. I just hope it stays.

Enough about that.

It was a pretty good Sunday overall. Went to church this morning, which was good. After that I worked all afternoon till 6, then went with my wife to her parents for supper. Went home, and now I'm just hanging out a bit before bed. This week school will be slightly busier, as my other two classes will start. I'm looking forward to getting into the readings and assignments. I'm a little apprehensive about my research class, as it involves a lot of statistics math, which I have never done. I suppose I'll find out how it is soon enough.

I think I'm finished here for the night. Thanks for reading. Love you all. Take care!

Day 241

I was planning on eating a grocery bag full of apples, but I ended up not feeling like it. I had a few though. Our friends Erin and Daniel have two apple trees in their back yard with tons of apples left on them, so we quickly picked a few cloth grocery bags full. I'm not sure what I'm going to do with them yet. Erin gave me a recipe for apple crisp which is really tasty. Thanks, Erin and Daniel for the apples.


It's late again, and I have to be up early tomorrow, again. Sigh. It should be a good day though. I lead worship music in the morning, and get to work in the afternoon making coffee/espresso drinks. Then I get to spend the evening with my beautiful wife. That's the part I'm looking forward to most.


Good night, all. Thanks for reading. Thanks for stopping by again and again. I hope you're doing well. Love you. Take care.

Day 240

I wish I could/wanted to put more energy into my 240th post, because it's another increment of 10 reached!

There's nothing new I can tell you these days, really. Well, my classes are settled sooner than I though, so that's good. I'm taking 3 all together. I was only going to take 2, but decided this would help me down the line. I'll be working as well, but I can handle it. It'll probably be pretty busy at times, but I need to be busy now I think. I was extremely not busy for so long that I feel I need to prove myself or something. Of course, I don't need to...but I'm looking forward to having a busier, more structured fall. I'm hoping to get involved with a couple more things, but more on that later. (I need to plan it out first before I talk too much about it...I know some hate when I do that...they rather I just wait till I can say, then say it. Too bad!)

I guess I'm done for now. I hope you're all doing okay. Love you, and thinking about you (at least the ones I know who read this). Take care!

Day 239

Classes aren't quite figured out yet, but almost. I have the classes I want, but I want to switch one to a web class version. Did I mention this already? Probably. Anyway, I'm glad that's working out so far. I'm just waiting on an email from someone and hopefully it'll go the way I want it to go. If not, I'll deal with it.

I'm not sure what else is going on, or what to tell you. Things will settle in soon, as my class schedule is solidified, and I get more comfortable with work. I'm looking forward to some routine. I just need to get to bed earlier, so I can enjoy it!

On that note, I'm going to head to bed now. Thanks so much for reading today. Love you all. Take care.

Day 238

I have to shake my head sometimes at the wonder that is facebook. The strangest thing I think we see is the birth, development, withering, and eventual death of relationships. We watch as people start dating, get engaged, married, and from time to time, break up, separate, or divorce. Although I can't imagine the pain of a serious separation or divorce, I can't help but wish it wouldn't happen for all to see. For their sake mostly. I hate when relationships go bad, or when they are poison. I hate it even worse if it's repairable, but nobody seems to want it repaired. Then again, I don't claim to even begin to understand what goes on in each relationship. Anyway, I don't really know why I'm talking about this. I suppose it's just been on my mind. I'm so happy that my marriage is a good one. My wife is a strong, patient, loving woman...thankfully. :)

Wow it's late. I don't have class tomorrow, but I do have a couple of appointments. First, I have an eye specialist appointment. About a year back I was getting really red eyes, and it wouldn't really go away. I was referred to a specialist, and have been going every 6 weeks...er...six months since. It's usually fairly quick and painless. I might have to get my pupils dilated, which sucks, because my vision is really bad afterwards. I'm driving there, but might have to wait a while before driving home. In the afternoon, I have a cleaning appointment at the dentist. Should be fun.

I'm going to bed now. This is the latest I've stayed up in a while. Love you all, and thanks for reading. Take care!

Day 237

Things are looking up.

Day 236

This week I start school. I've been working quite a bit lately, but while I'm in school, I'm working basically weekends and the odd afternoon. I think it will be a good balance between work and school. We'll see though...I might want to pick up a few more hours. Time will tell.

That's it tonight I think. Take care everyone. Love you.

Day 235

Church, work, supper, movie, bed. Good night.

Day 234

Late again. I have to be up early, and I need to go to bed. I'm really excited about tomorrow after work, because my parents are coming in to the city and staying overnight. I don't work Monday, because we're closed for the long weekend holiday.

Saw the fireworks festival tonight. It was okay, but quite short. We stood around and visited and listened to the music, then within 15 minutes, the fireworks started and ended.

Okay, I'm out of here. Sleepy. Take care everyone. Love you!

Day 233

Finally we went grocery shopping tonight. We wanted to hang out with people pretty bad, but everyone was either busy, sleeping, or almost sleeping. I'm glad we went grocery shopping. It was fun to walk around with each other and pick out stuff we needed/wanted.

Work went well again today. I'm slowly getting more comfortable behind the espresso machine, and with other things. I'm sure I drive others crazy with all my questions, but it's how I learn. Well, question asking and repetition/practice.


Tomorrow I would really like to get out and shoot with my new 24mm. I've only shot it around the apartment, but not really with purpose, or with something in mind. I'm hoping maybe at the farmers market, or a landscape or something like that. Who knows.


I thin I'll leave this post at that. Thanks for reading again. Take care.

Day 232

Have I mentioned that having a daily blog makes thinking of content a bit more difficult? I probably have...many times. Well I'll mention it again. Content is at times a bit more difficult when doing a daily blog. I also think it's more difficult to keep readers coming back day after day. So thanks to those who come back on a regular basis. It has meant a lot to me...you have seen me at my worst, and I'm hopeful that you'll see me on the way to my best.

I bought a new lens today. It's a 24mm f/2.8. Basically, it's a wide angle lens. I am looking forward to taking it out and doing some shooting.

Well, I'm falling asleep sitting in the chair. Take care, all. Love you!