NattyG's Rambling/Rants

Reflection time (can't sleep so I'm filling this out)

2006-12-26T10:37:46Z

1. What did you do in 2006 that you'd never done before? I went to another country with a friend

2. Did you keep your new years' resolutions, and will you make more for next year? I didn't make any this year

3. Did anyone close to you give birth? No

4. Did anyone close to you die? No

5. What countries did you visit? US

6. What would you like to have in 2007 that you didn't have in 2006? more opportunities to travel.

7. What date from 2006 will remain etched upon your memory, and why? trip to Seattle

8. What was your biggest achievement of the year?
being more independent

9. What was your biggest failure? Not going after what I wanted

10. Did you suffer illness or injury? Had teeth pulled and got braces.

11. What was the best thing you bought? an ipod!

12. Whose behavior merited celebration? most of my friends.

13. Whose behavior made you appalled and depressed? A close friend's.

14. Where did most of your money go? trips to Van and Seattle.

15. What did you get really, really, really excited about? finishing exams and going on a trip

16. What song will always remind you of 2006? Numa Numa Song

17. Compared to this time last year, you are: more together

18. What do you wish you'd done more of? Gone after what I wanted

19. What do you wish you'd done less of? Dwelling on things out of my control.

20. How did you spend Christmas? Family and friends.

21. How did you spend New Years? I will be hanging out with some of my awesome friends

22. Did you fall in love in 2006? Yes

23. How many one-night stands? Lets not go there!

24. What was your favorite TV program? Deal or No Deal

25. Do you hate anyone now that you didn't hate this time last year? Hate no, dislike yes.

26. What was the best book you read? Time Traveler's Wife

27. What was your greatest musical discovery for 2004? Numa Numa Song!

28. What did you want and get? an Ipod

30. What was your favorite film of this year? Happy Feet

31. What did you do on your birthday, and how old were you? Went out for dinner and dancing, I turned 24.

32. What one thing would have made your year immeasurably more satisfying? A well paying job

33. How would you describe your personal fashion concept in 2006? more interesting!

34. What kept you sane? friends

35. Which celebrity/public figure did you fancy the most? Obama

36. What political issue stirred you the most? The interm elections.

7. Who did you miss? Peter, Inesia, Barry, Meg

38. Who was the best new person you met? Garth

39. Tell us a valuable life lesson you learned in 2006: enjoy life while you can

40. Quote a song lyric that sums up your year: "I'm alive, I'm in love, you complete me."

It's been awhile

2006-11-07T01:04:57Z

What the 'heck' is going on?! So much has happened since I wrote in here. I don't even know where to start. All I know, is that the holidays are coming up soon, crazy!
Hopefully, the next few weeks will go well for everyone with exams, work, etc. Things have been very hectic lately, with Global Village and all the prep for it. I'm glad that it was successful though!
I can't wait til reading break, Vancouver, yes?
Should be some fun times.

Today was very relaxing cause I just took the day off everything. Sometimes its just necessary!

I can't believe my parents are in Rome right now! Not fair! Meanwhile it rains and pours here!
Oh well!

Eventful Weekend

2006-10-02T22:33:01Z

So I went to Van on Saturday with my brother from another mother! It was fun. Really tiring though. We weren't even in Van for 24 hours, as we had to come to vic for work. 5 hours traveling back and forth. Oh my! It was a fun night although there was drama. Funniest thing happened when we went to the pool in Cam's building. I wasn't going to go in the water cause I didn't have any shorts, but people kept splashing me with water so I ended up in the hot tub with all my clothes on! Lol! Luckily I had a change of clothes to put on before we made the trip back to Victoria. Fun times!

Summer's almost done

2006-09-03T22:21:38Z

Haven't written in here awhile. Things are good with me. Sharon came to visit me, which was awesome. Going out for dinner, clubbing, attempting to play pool, hehe!
One of my good friends is back in Vic, which is awesome! I like it when my friends come back, not when they leave!
Went out for breakfast with a friend today and saw one of my old crushes. What a cutie! Aww!
Not much else is new, I can't believe school will be starting on Wednesday!
I'm getting my braces on the 22nd. I'm not looking forward to it, although having nice teeth will be good!
Hope all is well with everyone!

I'm It!

2006-07-28T19:56:09Z

Peter has tagged me, so here are my answers.

Four jobs I have had in my life:

Piano teacher
Notary Public's Assistant
Realtor's Assistant
Uvic Development Office Supervisor

Four movies I would watch over and over:

Save the Last Dance
Ray
Bride and Prejudice
A Time to Kill

Four Places I have lived

Nanaimo
Victoria
That's it, sigh.
n/a

Four TV shows I love to watch:

American Idol
Deal or No Deal
America's Next Top Model
Young and the Restless

Four places I have been on vacation:

India
Singapore
Minneapolis
Germany

Four of my favourite foods:

Chicken Curry
Chicken Fajitas
Chicken Donairs
Chicken Tandoori

Four places I would rather be right now:

Kolkata
Japan
Italy
France

Okay,
Meg
Leah
Cam
Diane

I tag you!

Time for an update!

2006-07-10T22:29:00Z

The last two weeks have been so busy but fun!
Started off with my friend Peter visiting me in Vic. Was a fun time! Thanks for visiting me!
Went to Nanaimo and then to Van, which was awesome as always. Went to Cirque du Soleil with Meg and Leah, which was amazing. Then went out for dinner and drinks as well as a ride in a limo bus. That was fun! Next day we took it easy, went for lunch and then came back to Nanaimo. Went to see Spiderman the next night, but I almost fell asleep cause I was so tired.

Came back to Vic, and then went to Folkfest, which was fun as always. I love Folkfest! Was busy with work during the week and then two of my friends from Van came to visit. Went to a party, which was fun....hehe.

Now its a week of work, til another one of my friends comes to visit. I'm probably going to Van again at the end of the month to visit some friends I haven't seen in a long time. Hope all is well with everyone.

Happy Father's Day!

2006-06-18T13:44:04Z

I'm up way too early for my liking. Result of a couple upstairs fighting. Sigh.
The last few days have been fun. Went out for appy's and drinks on thursday night with two fun ladies. Went for a pedicab ride as well, which was quite amusing.

On Friday I went to Beacon Hill park with a friend, which was nice. I haven't been there in awhile and it was nice to walk around.

Yesterday, I went downtown to get my pants hemmed, and managed to buy a new outfit as well. I wasn't planning on spending so much money, but I do love the skirt I bought. In the evening, I went to see The Break-Up with a friend. It was pretty good. Better than I expected and also more sad than I expected. I'm glad I had the day off yesterday cause starting today I'm working five days straight! Ugh! Oh well, at least I'll be getting money, money, money.

Speaking of which, I really need to save some money. I'm really looking forward to the possibility of going to Japan in March. I really want to visit other parts of Asia besides India. Perhaps if I am able to find a second job and save money, I could go to other parts of Asia. I'd love to visit the Philippines and Taiwan as well. Especially since I have friends in both of those countries. The possibilities are endless! Gives me something to look forward to, although not being able to go somewhere afar in the near future is a little disheartening.

I am looking forward to a couple days in Vancouver. It'll be great to relax and hang out with some awesome friends of mine. Canada Day in Van should be interesting and the possibilty of going to Playland is exciting as well.

Short and Sweet

2006-06-13T16:08:09Z

Nothing much to report. I haven't been up to anything exciting, which is fine by me. I have been working and that's about it. I'm looking forward to the end of this month though. Vancouver, yeah!

My rent is going up in a couple months, so I might actually move to a different place. After five years its going to be sad, but I think it could be good. I might move in with a roommate too! Crazy!

A couple weeks til a friend will be visiting, should be fun.

I really want to go travelling somewhere in the near future. Hopefully I can save up money and go to Japan in March. That would be great!

2 weddings down, 2 to go!

2006-05-24T16:37:10Z

Went to Van for my cousin's wedding. It was a lot of fun. We all danced so much! I'm still recovering from the 3 day event though. Lots of work and not a lot of sleep, but it was nice to see my cousin so happy. I'm going to miss her a lot, cause she moved to the States yesterday. Sigh. Oh well, I'll just have another place to go visit now, yeah!
Today I am catching up with a friend I haven't seen in awhile. That'll be nice. I have to finish a job application form and practice piano too. I have to work tonight, which is cool, even though I'll be missing the AI finale. Oh well, I'll watch it when I get home. I can't believe its almost June! Crazy! That means a good friend of mine will be coming to visit soon! Yeah!
I also believe, there is a plan of going to Evo next wed. That's exciting! I haven't been there in over a year! Crazy!

nattyg1982 @ 2006-05-16T23:46:00

2006-05-17T06:59:27Z

Do you ever wish things were a little less complicated? I know I do. I wish things could be simple. People could express exactly how they feel without worrying about the repercussions. I wish I was as good with relationships as I am with friendships. It would make my life so much easier. Why is it that May/June are the worst months for me? I have recently become an adversary of summer. It always awakens my insecurities. It sucks. I dislike it immensely. However, don't get me wrong, I do love the weather of these months, I just don't like the emotions that I feel during the season. Perhaps its because people always move away during these months and big changes occur that I do not welcome. I wish I could go and hide til the fall. It's so much better for me during the fall.

Its a beautiful day!

2006-05-13T02:50:37Z

Today has been good. I got contacts today! Its kinda weird not wearing glasses cause I've been wearing them since I was ten years old. Its kinda nice though.
I went downtown and hung out with a friend. Then I went to school and saw a couple other friends. It was nice. Went for a walk with R and it was really calming. I've been in a great mood all day!

Fun Weekend!

2006-05-09T00:28:09Z

Went to my Optometrist on Friday and she told me my power hasn't gone up! Yeah! I didn't have to get those awful drops in my eyes either. Yeah! I'm going to be getting contacts in a few weeks. Woohoo! Excitement!
Came home and got ready to go to Nanaimo. The bus ride was pleasant as it was a good time to reflect. Had a lovely dinner with my parents and was questioned by my Mom as to why we were going to Vancouver the next day. Hehe.
Saturday we got up bright and early to catch the ferry. The weather was awful, but that didn't bother us as my Mom and I were both excited. Although my Mom wasn't sure what her surprise was. Saw an old friend on the ferry and it was nice catching up. Took the bus downtown and got down by the Art Gallery. My Mom thought we were going to the Art Gallery, but was surprised when I told her to cross the street cause we were going to the Four Seasons Hotel! We walk in and I couldn't keep the surprise from her any longer. There was a big sign saying "Young and the Restless Fans, Go this way!" She was quite excited and pretty happy. We stood in line for almost two hours before they let us in the ballroom where the tea was going to be held. There were about 400 people! Crazy fans! The actors were really nice and my Mom got to ask them a question, which made her day. After the auction, we stood in line to get autographs. That took almost two hours, but it was worth it! We got pictures with all of the actors who were there, and spoke with them for awhile. I will post the pics once I get my USB cord for my camera. A couple of them gave me their email addresses. Hehe. I think my Mom really liked her early Mother Day's Surprise!
Came back to Victoria yesterday and today was my first day of training as a supervisor. It was fun! The next training session is on Wednesday and I'm looking forward to it. It will be nice to see some of my co-workers again.

Time to Relax

2006-04-30T18:44:59Z

My exams are finally done! What a feelin...!
Went out last night after my exam and had fun dancing.

This week has been pretty busy, so it'll be nice to relax for the next few days. I went to Nanaimo on Thursday night, which was really nice. Watched some badminton, which was much more interesting this time. Then on Friday I hung out with Barry and we went out for some Japanese food, which was so good!
I got some fun CD's and a very nice blanket. Thanks!

Came back to Vic on Friday night and was in a much better place, which made it easier to study. I was really debating about going to Nanaimo, but I think it was a good decision.
Just proves how last minute decisions can be good ones!

Ugh its Monday!

2006-04-24T15:45:16Z

I'm back in Vic and my essay is almost ready to be handed in. I still have seven hours til its due, so its all good!
This is the first time in a long time that I'm not that happy having left Nanaimo. Weird eh?

Crazy how attached one gets without even realizing it until its gone or going away. It can make you feel lost, although it can also give you a sense of perspective for your own life. What do you really want out of it? Are there changes you want to make? Its almost like it gives you motivation when those close to you make a big step towards their future and you realize that you could do the same if you wanted to. Even if it is scary at first and you may want other changes to occur along the way.

My weekend started off well though, as I received some good news. I am going to be a supervisor at work!

Went out for lunch with Barry, Cam and Meg which was really nice. Our last time at Earls together. sigh!

Saturday I spent the day with Meg and then went to a bday party in the evening. Lots of karaoke took place, which was awesome!

Sunday was spent finishing my essay and then hanging out with Barry and Meg. We went to Timmy's of course and took lots of pics. Memories!

Now I'm back in Vic, trying to put the final touches on my term paper but I'm having trouble focusing.

nattyg1982 @ 2006-04-10T23:21:00

2006-04-11T06:27:10Z

What a weird day. I finally finished my take home exam. At 4am this morning the rough draft was complete and later in the morning it was all done! Yes! So I go hand it in and then did some reading for my exam next week. Then I get a phone call from someone I least expected. It was nice though. Crazy how some people disappear from your life and then suddenly reappear. Its kinda nice though.
Tomorrow I have an ortho appointment (joy!) and then a 2.5 hour bus ride to Nanaimo (more joy!). I'm actually kinda looking forward to being in Nanaimo for a couple days. I haven't done proper grocery shopping in awhile and it'll be nice to have some decent home cooked meals. Coming back to Vic on Friday and the next day my cousin will be getting married. I have to be the MC (ahh!). I don't really want to do this but I think it'll be okay. Ich muss schalfen, bis morgen.

Much I ponder tonight

2006-03-31T07:24:22Z

Is this a warm or cool colour? Man, too much Comp Sci! Ahh! Speaking of which, Javascript is not my friend. Stupid prompts won't work for me! Grr! Oh well, I'll figure it out.
Today was a pretty good day, even though it was my long day. In my first class we watched a movie called Mardi Gras made in China. It was quite the interesting film. Brought up some interesting points about the relationship/lack of between a consumer and a labourer. It was quite interesting.

Rest of the day I was left pondering various things. The movie I saw, school,work, relationships. I guess it was one of those days for self-reflection. Its all good though.

In other news: I had my second skateboarding lesson and amazingly I have not wiped out yet! Crazy! Maybe my friend is just a good teacher. :)

I'm looking forward to the weekend cause I'm actually going out and being social. Should be some fun times. Peace out, ya'll!

Lets try this...

2006-03-30T07:03:07Z

Today was a pretty good day. I think I've finally caught up on sleep cause I woke of before my alarm clock rang! Sweet! I actually accomplished a lot today.

Had a meeting for GV
Studied for a Midterm
Watched AI and ANTM

It was a good day!

A little motivation goes a long way

2006-03-24T18:13:49Z

I'm pretty happy today. My essay is done and last night when I came home from work I didn't have to do any homework! Woohoo! I just have a lab today and then it'll be the weekend. Unfortunately, I will be studying for a midterm I have next week, but that's alright. For some reason I'm looking forward to this summer. I have a feeling its going to be good.

In other news: one of my friends wants to teach me how to skateboard. I have no idea why, I mean I can just picture it being a total disaster. However, my friend seems to have more confidence in my balancing capabilities than I do. Hehe, I guess we will see what happens. Guten Tag!

School's almost out for summer!

2006-03-22T07:45:02Z

I can't wait til classes are done. Just a couple more weeks, yeah! I can't wait til classes are done. I think this summer will be a time for change?

Things have been pretty hectic lately. I've had the flu and its been pretty crappy. I'm getting better though. I'm finally feeling like my regular, happy self. I wasn't very motivated for awhile there, but I'm suddenly feeling motivated about things again. Yes!

The last couple week s have been kinda rough, but things seem to be looking up now. Hopefully after this weekend I'll be able to be more social. It would be nice to see some of my awesome friends. I miss ya'll!

Work was interesting tonight. Something was in the air cause everyone was in a very strange mood. Singing disney songs....oh my! I'm glad I have the day off tomorrow cause I have a paper to work on that's due on thursday. Sigh. I'm so tired of writing papers, even though my topic is interesting. Das ist alas fur heute. Gute nacht!

Time for some relaxation

2006-03-07T02:19:55Z

create your own visited countries map
or vertaling Duits Nederlands

I think its cool how this map shows the countries I've visited. I want to visit many other countries in the near future.
This is how I spend my time when I can relax and am trying to avoid an awful cold. Sigh.

I don't wanna work, I just wanna stay home and study all day

2006-03-05T17:16:26Z

Yeah, right.

Well I am grateful for having the day off. I have to study for my Soci midterm tomorrow. I really want to do well in this class.
Yesterday a friend and I went to see my piano teacher perform a Concerto. It was pretty amazing. I'm pretty funny at piano concerts, its like I'm in a trance or something.

Came home and talked to my Aunt. My cousin is getting married in April and they are having a small gathering here in Vic. The big reception will be in Phoenix and I can't go cause I have finals! Boo! My Aunt has asked me to be the MC for the gathering here. Ahh! Those of you who know me well, know I don't like speaking infront of large groups. However, I'm trying to change this, so hopefully I'll do a good job.

Today has been productive so far.

I think that's pretty productive considering its only a little after 9am.

Time goes by...so slowly

2006-03-03T09:30:51Z

Well I guess its been awhile. I don't know why I'm still awake at this hour. I guess I'm a bit restless today. I had a weird day cause half of the day was awesome and the other half was not so great. Oh well, such is life. I did have an interesting conversation about politics over the phone though. Ahh, gotta luv poli sci.

Not much else is new. I have a midterm this Monday that I'm not ready for, but luckily I have tomorrow night off. Yeah, I get to study on a Friday night! Can you tell I'm excited?! Other than that, nothing much to report. Gute Nacht.

Ahh, the stress...

2006-02-17T08:24:17Z

Oh yes, its that time of year. Everything happens in 3's right? Well three crappy things happened to me today, so hopefully three good things will happen tomorrow.

I can't wait til reading break, cause I really need a break!

I have a take home midterm due on Monday and I discovered today that I didn't have one of the textbooks required to answer the midterm. I went to the bookstore and they no longer had the text. I went to SUBtext, and the same thing. Luckily, I bumped into a classmate to let me borrow the text, and this was only the beginning of my bad day. Oh well, hopefully tomorrow will be better.

and the Grammy goes to....

2006-02-09T22:35:23Z

Oh yes, Kelly won 2 Grammy Awards! Yeah, Yeah yeah! I can't wait to bug people who don't like her about it. I'm very excited, can you tell?! It was the highlight of my day since the rest of it was not that great. I did find something amusing earlier in the day though. I bumped into a male friend of mine, and was quite amused at what he was listening to on his Ipod. None other than, Kelly! haha, I must've worn him down. Its just funny cause all he seems to listen to is alternative rock and rap, and there he was, listening to Since You've Been Gone. Hehehe.

I can't wait til reading break, although I'm going to be practicing piano, studying, and working. Woohoo! However, I would like to go dancing one night. I'm getting tired of dancing around in my apartment. Das ist alas fur heute.

Goals for Summer

2006-02-06T18:42:05Z

Well I have many goals for the summer and hopefully I will accomplish the majority of them.

i) I would like to get a second job, preferably somewhat related to my degree.
ii)I would like to go on another trip. Going to Edmonton with Meg to see Sharon would be fun and then possibly going to Winnipeg to visit Peter from there would be cool. Otherwise, I would like to go to Montreal or something.
iii) I need to get my N. (I know, shame, shame.) It'll just make things easier.
iv) I am going to several weddings, which will be awesome!
v) I will be getting braces, so I hope I can get contacts. Sigh.

Anyways, it should be an eventful summer, so hopefully I can do most of these things.