Eyes Only

2011-06-20T17:09:00.003-07:00

i wonder when this will be read...

Oh woeful day

2010-04-20T15:47:00.004-07:00

Hey guys,

I'm in the Toronto Reference Library now, typing this up. I only have 13 minutes left though I could just get another 15 after it restarts itself and there isn't anyone waiting.

I was having a pretty awesome day, walking around downtown Toronto with a map that the guy at the festival drew for me for places that I should visit. I was waiting at an intersection pressing a button, waiting for the light to change for like, 5 minutes and I was getting kinda impatient. I know some of the lights in Vancouver are slow but this one was reaaally slow; it was also on a somewhat major street (Queens street) so I don't know why it took so long. Anyway, there were some people across the street, also waiting (though I was the first one there and had been waiting the longest) and I saw they look across the street and make a run for it. There was really only one or two cars coming down the street and it was... not super close but not super far either. Like, you would've made it if you ran (and if the driver didn't speed up). I then started to run across the street too and one of the trucks honked at me but I was pretty much already there.

So I'm walking down the street and this cop car facing my direction, parked on the side of the street, is there, and one of the officers waves me over. He asks me if I was aware I ran across a street with a red light (obviously) and then asked for ID and started writing stuff. I wanted to explain that I didn't know it was that big a deal and that I wasn't even from the area but the guy was saracastic and not friendly (well, to be fair, a guy just ran across the street when he wasn't supposed to, but at the same time, is it really that big of a deal?). Also, I was kinda scared -- after all, it was my first time being stopped by the cops. Ever. I guess I'm just used to it in Vancouver and I hadn't bolted across the street in Toronto prior to this so I didn't think it was that bad. Plus, those other people did it too!

Anyway, long story short, I got a fine for $50. I read on the ticket thing though that I can go to the court and ask for another sentence (jeez, that sounds so serious) or fine or whatever and I don't particularly want to pay the dumb thing so I think I'll do that tomorrow morning, bright and early so that I have time to get to the screening of the programme tomorrow.

Other than this incident, everything else's been good. Really cool shops and streets, and lots to see and do. I like it here. I can see myself living here pretty comfortably (though the thing with the police pisses me off)

Really looking forward to coming home now and sleeping in my bed with my comfy pillows. And hanging out with people I know too, for that matter. I still have to find Ann something... it just so happens I'm going to the dollar store now! How convenient.... :)

See you all soon,

Aaron

New Post!

2010-03-30T19:59:00.002-07:00

Hey everyone,

So long time no post! I decided to break the silence :)

Anyhow so... I am currently working on a HUGE paper about a project I have been working on since September and it is so stressful! There is so much to write about and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. There is still so much to do this term (2 papers, 4 reports, one poster, one presentation, one practical exam, and 4 finals)! I am really nervous. Also, I am really wanting to pass my driving exam before May, so the pressure is on! Any tips, Lily?

What else? Well as you all probably know, I did an interview for a job with a food company a couple weeks ago, and a second interview for the same company last Friday. I have not hear back and they said I would either know that Friday, or in a couple weeks since one of the interviewers is on vacation this week.

I think that's about it... I really hope I get that job!!! I am really excited/nervous to hear back from them! But I am also nervous about my driving exam! I am just worried I am going to do something stupid and mess up :( I know I can drive just fine, I am just concerned about my nerves :( Help!

That's about it in my life at the moment. I really wish I could just stop being crazy but I know there is so much more work to do! Though I vowed that Dan and I would take ONE day off this weekend so I can try to not be crazy as I normally am... :| Hopefully that will go well. If anyone wants to hang out this long weekend and is free, let me know! It would be nice to see you guys :)

Miss you all! (Unless you are a creepy person who is randomly visiting our blog, in which case, I would need to know more about you to make such a statement!)
Chelsea

Olympic fever

2010-02-28T22:50:00.003-08:00

Hey guys,

No one's posted this month, so I thought I'd post something before the end of the month. I hope everyone had a good break during the Olympics. This seems to happen only after things end, but now I'm kind of sad all the events are done -- and not only that, but that there won't be massive crowds of people downtown and random shouting of "Woooo! Canada!" on Robson street. It was really awesome and cool for the time being.

I wish I could've gone on the zipline but the lineup was crazy. No way I was going to wait for so many hours. My friend and I are talking online and we mentioned how during the two weeks, we were both attentive to the games and the events, about how Canada in general seemed very unified and proud, something which doesn't happen, at least on this scale.

On March 18th, I have another show at Trees Organic Coffee (450 Granville Street) at 8pm. I think I've invited all of you to it on facebook but just in case, I'll post it here as well.

Ugh, not looking forward to school tomorrow. I'll probably take the summer off, which I'm really excited about.

Hopefully in March I'll be able to shoot and finish that short film I've been meaning to put together for months now. I've finally found my actors and now we're trying to get in a few rehearsals before I get everything going. Should be fun!

Hope you're all well and still checking this. Welcome back, Ann. :) We should all hang out again and play Quelf!

Aaron

1004 posts!

2010-01-26T20:28:00.002-08:00

:O who would have thought we'd have 1000 posts! How old is our blog btw? Like 4 years old? Jeez that's really old.

Anyhows, how is everyone? I am doing pretty well. I am very tired constantly and feel like school rules my life :( Sigh. I feel like that's all I ever do now... School stuff. And drive... I drive a lot too :( I feel very unenvironmentally friendly but I don't mean to be... I just need to practice :|

I am about to do a quiz on Vista but I'm just reviewing my notes first. I have a midterm next week for my microbi course (MICB 202, I think you prob took it way back when, Lily?) and I am soooooo nervous. There is so much friggin' informationnnnnnnnnnnn! :O

I should study now but just wanted to say hi to everyone.

Also thank you to Lily and Aaron for participating in the sensory panel. I will write about the results in the paper for that year-long lab course I am taking (I have been taking it since Sept and will finish in April) :) so you are advancing the science of rice!

Yeps so hope you are all prepping for midterms and not too exhausted! :)

-Chelsea

PS- hanging out during reading break yes???

Busy days and sleepy nights

2010-01-18T10:20:00.002-08:00

Hi everyone!

Aaron asked me to post something so here we gooooooooo....

Well, I am currently on a break... I just got home from a group meeting and am going to a food science networking event thingy this evening. Going to change my clothes to be more fancy in a bit (ie, put on some black pants!)...

Anyhow not much new here... really tired from school. :(Can't believe it's only the third week. I have to get my butt in gear... But I want to be lazy and sleep :P I am taking 5 courses this term and looking for a co-op job so I am pretty busy (co-op feels like another half course sometimes!).

Aaron, you going to put that video recording device to work and put up some more vids???!!!?!?!?

Lily, how's it going? What is new with you? Haven't talked to you in a long time! Hope you're healthy and well :)

Dan just came over so I should start getting ready to go! (Dan is not coming but him coming is a reminder to me that I should get going...) I tend to either do nothing during my breaks or do something and then not want to stop so I am late for whatever I am supposed to do next. Anyhowwwwwww...

-Chels

Ten minutes

2010-01-06T12:35:00.002-08:00

Welcome back, Lily. Your hair looks... normal, I guess (ie. you don't look particu

Hmm, well, I guess for resolutions (I'm not sure if I talked about it at work or not... I think I talked about it with Elaine but I don't remember if I told you, Chels) but I want to do more stuff like sending out my scripts to places, finally making that short film I've been planning for the last few months, stuff like that.

I'm at school right now, waiting for my next class, which is in another hour, and I've been here for an hour already, which I don't mind. Lots of computer time to update people on things. And work on homework but meh.

How about getting together this weekend to do something? Would everyone be free then? And what do you guys want to do?

Aaron

2010-01-02T17:54:00.004-08:00

Hey Everyone,
I'm back from Shanghai. It was a lot of fun. I gained 5 lbs :(
How was christmas/new years?
I just got my haircut a few hours ago. I figured that if I were going to cut my hair shoulder length, I might as well cut more so I can donate it. I'm planning to donate my hair to "Pantene Beautiful Lengths" who will make my hair into a wig for patients who have cancer and use drugs that make them lose hair.

So I wasn't sure if I had enough hair to donate because I need tbo donate a minimum of 8 inches. So when I went to my stylist, she told me that I had more than 8 inches. I told her to cut as much as possible so that I can donate as much as I can.

Initially when my stylist was making the cuts, it was nerve-wracking but it wasn't that bad. Note: I took off my glasses so I couldn't see HAHA.

So here is the end result. I hope you're all doing well. We should meet up. School starts on Monday Blargh but just set a date. :)
Happy New Year!~
Lily

Resolutions?

2010-01-02T11:57:00.002-08:00

Hey guys,

So Aaron was asking me if I had any new year's resolutions and I had not really thought about it yet... Does anyone else?

I am trying to think of something and I probably will have a couple of them this year but yep nothing yet. Need to prioritize!

Hmmmmmmm yep. I can't really think of too much to say. I have been working about 6 days a week for most of December (as did Aaron) and I am getting really tired but the last day is tomorrow so it's not a big deal, really. I am a bit excited for next term (my second last study term!!!) but at the same time a bit nervous since I will be taking 5 courses and job searching for the summer co-op term.

Anyhow, yes, as Aaron said, get home safely, Lily!

See you guys later,
Chelsea

Another year over; a new one just begun

2010-01-01T00:12:00.005-08:00

Merry New Year to you all! My mom's plane from Las Vegas is delayed for a few hours so she'll be getting home later. I'm with Chels and Dan right now and we had some midnight drinks, which was tasty (Mountain Dew and pineapple juice).

2009 was a fairly good year for me, I think. I got a lot of things done (ie. my demo, sending out my short film to film festivals EVERYWHERE), did away with some bad habits, and brushed up on some learning. I have a feeling 2010 will be good as well. I feel fairly stable in my life (which is a rare feeling) and though I know there are definitely things I wish I had or had accomplished, I'm gonna try to get them done this year.

Hope you have safe home, Lily. Let's all hang out again sometime!

Aaron

ahh party at aaron's!

2009-12-23T09:54:00.001-08:00

Things and stuff

2009-12-21T17:08:00.003-08:00

Hey guys,

Hope you're all doing well. I don't have much to say... Just working these days at Van Dusen. Florence is here for the next week so I'll be hanging out with her a bit too...

How did your exam go, Chels? Work was pretty dismal last night. It was raining and not many people showed up. But good news: I did cash and it balanced out at the end of the 4 hours I was there. So yay! I'm somewhat competent when it comes to cash.

I went with Florence to London Drugs to print off a poster-sized copy of the poster I designed for On the Bus, which I'm really excited for. It'll be ready for pickup on Wednesday and then you can all come by and marvel at its greatness.

Anyway, have merry holidays, y'all. How's everyone's love lives? (I'm sure you can guess how mine is)

Oh, and my mom's apparently leaving for 3 days on Dec. 28th to Las Vegas so I have the house available if any of you want to come and have a super crazy house party! Ha

Aaron

Post

2009-12-20T13:16:00.003-08:00

Hi guys,

Lily, hope your flight was good and you got there safely.

Aaron, hope work is fun today... Let me know how it goes. I'm sure Dusty will say it's supposed to be the third busiest day or something :P haha :) Hopefully you have enough kettle corn.

So I am studying for my last final... It's worth 30% of my final grade, which is a lot less than my other finals were worth (50-55%)... I am trying to focus and somewhat succeeding but it's hard :|

Oh, Jeremy came home today. Which is why I am at the apartment still, studying. I know Dan's parents will be talking to him a lot and stuff (I mean, he hasn't been home since this summer) so I thought I would get really distracted.

What else? Well I can't wait for my last exam to be done (it's tomorrow at 8:30am) so I can finally take a break from studying! I miss working hahaha :P I never had homework.

Ah well, hope you guys are having relaxing/fun holidays!

-Chelsea

2009-12-08T20:06:00.002-08:00

Hey y'all.
Happy studying.
I'm not sure what I'm going to do. Initially it was scary because the end of my 4 years will come very soon yet I still don't know where I want to be. I think it's great that you're considering a Masters. I'm not sure what options are available for you because I don't know your program/degree but it's good that you're learning more about it now so you can plan towards it.
Thursday, Tuesday, Thursday Final...then I'm off. I'm really looking forward to seeing my dad and leaving Vancouver. It will be a great trip. Happy early Birthday Aaron and Chels!

Studyiiiing

2009-12-07T18:41:00.003-08:00

Hey everyone,

How is studying for exams going? I am already sick of it :P hahaha. But I am doing okay...

Don't really have anything to say really but felt like posting.

Aaron pointed out that we are almost at 1000 posts! I wonder who will be the one to post the 1000th post! :O

Umm yep so what else? Well I've been thinking more about what to do after I graduate and such. I've talked to a prof at school about grad school and different options and I'm going to be talking to this guy I know who got a M of Food Science at UBC to learn more about the program later this week. I am not really sure if that's what I want to do... There is a one year professional Food Science Masters program at UBC (that's what I am referring to) and I am considering it... But of course if I want to do a masters I will have to look at other schools with good programs to and such sooooo yep I have more research to do still.

Do you guys know what you want to do after your bachelor's?

Good luck with studying :) Hope to see everyone at Aaron's bday party on Sunday. If I don't see you Lily, have a safe flight :)

-Chels

A Very Merry Un-birthday to you!

2009-12-02T21:56:00.004-08:00

Hey guys,

How does the Sunday December 13th sound for my party? Chels + Ann have given me thumbs up so that leaves Joanne, Lily, and Dan. Just to be clear, you don't have to get me anything for my birthday. But if, for whatever reason, you insist on getting me something, I have a list of (reasonable; not like, an electric scooter or something) stuff you can get me.

Two days left of school and then I'll be freeee... ish.

Anything else... oh, well, I recall one of the original rules for this blog was to update on love life, which of course, is mantastic. Minus the man. So yes, it's just tastic. There's a guy I met online who lives in Texas named Juan and I really like him (he also said he'd "totally date me" and he thinks I'm sweet) but of course, he's a few hundred miles away. Sigh. I didn't really want to mention him unless something big happened (ie. him deciding to visit me or vice versa) but seeing as how this blog is mainly me + Chels and Lily, who skims and may not even read this, I guess it's not that big a deal.

See you guys soon! good luck with your finals!

Aaron

2009-12-01T20:20:00.002-08:00

Hey everyone,
Aww chels... don't go crazy. It's just school.
My finals are on 8,10, 15,17 (tuesday, thursday). I don't have that much time in between finals to go to your party, Aaron so sorry in advance. I'm leaving on the 18th.
I hope everyone is well. :)
Happy december.
Lily

and owls?

2009-11-30T03:16:00.002-08:00

hi whoever is reading this...... i wonder who reads our posts..?! :O

anyhow em so i am up late again... i honestly have not done this for a week or so because i have allowed myself to sleep, which was nice, but now i am so ridiculously behind i can't even explain it and even thinking about my classes just makes my blood pressure shoot up about 100 points (i think that's a lot, right? actually i think it's so much it doesn't even make sense but whatever, you guys know what i mean). omg i am so stressed right now thinking about school and such... AUGGGGH. this week is going to be the worst of it, though. worse than exam period, even, i think because i have tons of study time before exams so that should be alright...

i honestly am so sad at this moment because i know i am going to basically not sleep whatsoever until thursday :( sigh..... SIGH

what is everyone up to? school stuff?

i am done with the co-op club stuff for now (until next term) which is good because i so need the extra time!

tired... can't even think anymore :P

talk to you guys soon!

-chels

peeee essss aaron choose a date! pps call joanne! and i guess ann! and lily if she does not reply

Fireflies

2009-11-20T10:51:00.003-08:00

Hey everyone,

Woke up earlier than I thought I would and thought I'd post something.

Yeah, I'm also just looking forward to the end of term. It seems like this term is going on longer than last term... probably due to my dreading every Computer Science class now.

Lily (and Joanne): I finally got your present yesterday. Thanks so much! I really like the card (I didn't know Pete Wentz = emo neanderthal, but I can imagine it!)

Going to see Dan Savage tomorrow, which I'm excited about. I've seen all his youtube videos and a lot of his other vids and think he's awesome.

About birthday plans: how does the 12th or 13th next month sound? There's a chance I might be working at Van Dusen on those days (oh yeah, they phoned and asked if I wanted to work again and of course I said yes!) so I'm not sure but I just wanted to check with people first.

I had a weird dream about how I was lacking Vitamin C or something and it made me faint while me and Kem + a whole bunch of other people were in an auditorium. Then he finally realized I was on the floor and called out for help and this nurse came and injected me with something... there was also this other part about zombie-type people and how there were old buses running (like the super old, Classic ones) and how the #20 bus was now called the #20 Quebec street bus (which is a street near Langara). Weird.

Anyhoo, we should all hang out sometime again! How about next weekend?

Aaron

Busy End of Term

2009-11-17T19:14:00.002-08:00

Hi guys,

So there's basically a month left of school this term..! It's my last first term of my degree (well, HOPEFULLY) so in a way it's special kind of. Not that special, though... but it makes me feel like I'm almost done... which is scary. (I only have three school terms left, including the one we are doing right now.)

Anyhow, I am so... full of homework it's crazy. I don't even know how to explain it. I have an assignment due next week, four reports due (these take me like... 12 hours to do each!) in a couple weeks, a huge group paper next week... fortunately, I finished two quizzes today (on-line) so that's good... I don't know. I mean, for two of my courses (the non-lab ones) I am doing pretty well so far (as in, I did well on the midterms which were 30% of my mark), but for my lab courses, my mark is more based on written reports etc soooooo I still have a lot to do :( sigh

I am sure you guys are all busy too. Hopefully everything is going well :)

Aaron, you should pin down a date for your birthday party! I know Lily is leaving immediately after her exams end... but when are your exams done? I have an exam on the 15th, the 16th, and the 21st, so the 18th should be fine with me if that works for you.

That is all for now...

Bye!
Chelsea :)

2009-11-10T09:12:00.001-08:00

hey aaron,
i have something to do until 5. but after 5, i'm free. i'll be in downtown. where do you want to meet?

Hooray for storms!

2009-11-09T18:50:00.005-08:00

At the moment, I am verrrryyy slowly working on an essay for English class, but it's okay because I'm writing about music in films, both topics which I'm really comfortable and pretty knowledgeable about, so I'm fine. Also, it's due next week and I'm being a nerd and getting to it early.

About a week ago, I found out one of my screenplays that I submitted to a competition placed 9th out of 46, which was really exciting. Definitely made me feel better as a writer, going up against so many people.

The short film project's kinda going badly. I'm not sure what to do. My friend who was going to audition isn't going to anymore because his mom found the sides (audition material), freaked out, and took away his computer for a day. She was apparently saying he shouldn't be doing "outrageous" things and "what would people think of our family?!?!" which I think is kinda lame. So I'm not sure...

Lily: Are you free this Friday in the afternoon? Maybe I can get Joanne's present from you then?

Don't really have much else to say... hope you're all staying away from swine flu!

Aaron

last minute?!

2009-10-27T14:25:00.002-07:00

augh lately i've been feeling really bad because i feel like i tend to mess things up a lot.

the co-op club i'm in is hosting an event in a couple weeks, and i am in charge of advertising... unfortunately, i was slacking on that job while prepping for midterms and such, soooo i realized yesterday morning that i was super behind on contacting the people i was supposed to so we could make announcements in the workshops (co-op students have to go to) so now only one person has replied and i'm scrambling to figure out who is actually going to make the announcement! augh why??

also there's something wrong with the health insurance bc records of my schooling so my mom told me to get this form to show i will still be in school for the next two years (because i am doing a five year program) and when i checked it online (you can just print it out, normally), it was all WRONG!!! so now i'm like wtf my stupid online enrolment proof form is wrong and says i'm graduating now which i'm obviously not since i don't have enough credits, plus i'm in the co-op program arrrrrg so annoyed. now in additiong to everything i already had to do for school and the co-op club, i have to figure out who to talk to about that >:|

in terms of good news, i have purchased the material for my costume and am now able to begin.... once i get all this other stuff dealt with, that is :P

emmm that's it. see you guys later,
chels

2009-10-21T15:38:00.001-07:00

Hey everyone,

Chels, I think I might be going trick or eating with my classmates but if not, I'll join you guys. Aaron, I won' t be able to attend your audtion because I need to start making my costume this weekend.
Gala is in 2 weeks! ARGH! Also, 1 more midterm this friday. Hope you are all doing well and good luck on your middy's. :)

Lily

(good) asian actors are hard to find apparently

2009-10-19T20:16:00.004-07:00

Yello folks,

When do you want me to pick up Joanne's present, Lily? You're busy this week with midterms, right? How about this weekend?

This Saturday, I'm going to be holding auditions for a film project that I hope to direct. I've already told Chels this, but I thought I'd let everyone else know (whoever else actually reads the blog). You (Lily) can come by and drop it off or if you're not too busy, you can sit in during some of the auditions and watch so I get more than one opinion, if you're not too busy on Saturday. The auditions are being held at Langara (100 West 49th Ave). Not sure about the room yet... I'll know tomorrow. I also believe you have my black sweatshirt jacket, right?

So far, I've gotten 2 replies for auditions... not a really good sign, but then again, the roles call for fairly specific characters so I guess that's why. Hopefully more people will sign up or else... I don't know. I'm going to post some flyers around Langara tomorrow.

Nice haircut, Chels! Good luck with all your midterms! Hope they're not too bad on you.

Oh, I just realized the 3rd birthday of our blog was earlier this month (on the 4th). Yay!

Yeah. That's about it. Ohhh! And my mom said it's fine if you guys want to come over on Halloween to watch movies and sleep over. I think there will be ample room/space for everyone (and if not, someone could always sleep on some blankets/sleeping bags on the hard floor like I did once...)

Aaron

Try again?

2009-10-19T09:38:00.003-07:00

Hey guys,

I am currently working on my lab stuff (as usual :( sigh)...

Anyways, Lily, what are you planning for Hallowe'en? Aaron and I have half-made plans, and we were going to ask you and Ann if you wanted to join in. I am pretty sure Dan is joining us too, but I should double check. We were thinking of doing Trick-or-Eat again, and maybe trick-or-treating after (haha) and then watching scary movies into the night?

Oh yeah, so by now, I am pretty sure most of you (ie, Aaron and probably Lily and perhaps Ann/Joanne?) have your windows maximized or at least somewhat large, so that you can see the pic below. I got my hair cut yesterday. And I just took that pic a second ago with my webcam (so it's probably crappy quality). Shorter than expected but oh well haha :P The only thing is that I can't put my hair into a ponytail anymore since it's so short :| I don't know how I'm going to tie my hair up for lab..!

Sooo yep. I am so anticipating an unhappy this week :( Fortunately, I already finished the quiz I have due on Wednesday (it was online) and my prelab for Thursday. I still have to write my poopy formal report for Thursday, though :( and I have a midterm on Wednesday and one on Thursday. I have yet to study :(

Good luck on midterms, everyone :)

-Chelsea

2009-10-15T18:46:00.000-07:00

Good job Aaron and Chelsea.
Aaron, like what Chels said, I wouldn't make a big deal but I would point it out to her in a casual way.
I already know what i'm going to be. Jon and I are going to matching. I can't tell you guys exactly what it is though. Are you guys doing anything for Halloween? You may have written about it but as you know, I skim posts. :)
Social is a pain. It's almost over.
I have 2 midterms next week, wed and fri so I'm not going to go to your show aaron. Also, THANKS for offering to help me with the lighting and stuff. It worked out in the end. I was meaning to call you but i forgot. :(
Anyways, hope all is well. I'm going to Shanghai this winter. I'll leave on 18th and come back on the 31. My last exam is on the 17th. Aaron, I still have your gift from Joanne. You need to get it some time. I'm not sure if it has an expiration date.

Lily

Anticipation of madness

2009-10-14T17:24:00.005-07:00

Hey Aarie, my L test was fine. I got 100% of course :P hahaha. Well I mean technically I did but that's only because you can skip questions and come back to them later, but I didn't need to since I got 40 out of 50 questions right already (you need 80% to pass)... So they just stop the exam once you answer enough questions to get 80%. Mwahaha I didn't have to answer the skippes ones in the end. But yeah I swear they designed the machines for tall people because the angle of it was so weird... It was hurting my eyes. I also had to do the weird eye test thing to confirm I am not colour blind and can use my peripheral vision and I have adequate depth perception (I passed). I had to get one of the weird licenses (you know the new ones that you can take across the border so you can't smile in your pic?) :P It should come in the mail next week.

I was practicing driving with my dad with Dan/my mom taking turns being my "extra passenger." I practiced around UBC on the weekend (it's so quiet here on the weekend) and parking and stuff. I practiced with our old Corolla and Dan kept telling me I was going too slow but I don't like going faster than 20k/h in that car because it makes funny noises when I hit the gas :(

Anyways, I am rambling...

Yeah Aarie maybe you should mention the thing to your prof... Just if you talk to her (or him?) sometime then afterwards maybe just mention, "by the way... you know that vocab word on the test? Well we actually did learn it and it was even on that last quiz..." But yeah. I wouldn't make a big deal out of it but maybe casually slip it in?

So exam schedules are out and my last exam is..... on the 21st :( Poop. It's even later than high school! I think. It seems like it is. It's a Monday. I was hoping I would be able to get two jobs this winter, like last, but that doesn't seem like it's going to work out :|

Ummmmm well, it's Wednesday, which means I'm working on my lab stuff for tomorrow :) As usual... It's not so bad this week though; I am hoping to go to bed by like... 11pm? :O It will be a first! Hahaha

What's new with everyone else?

Oh and Aarie I was thinking of working with what I learned about your costume to do a group thing? Like Dan and I (and anyone else who wants to) can have the same theme? I am already designing how I am going to make my costume (it distracts me from thinking of creepy deadly things at night!) :P hahaha. Let me know. Also I am unhappy with the price of Fright Nights :|

Lily, thanks for my clothes back! Hope school and your planning social stuff is going well!

-Chels

Who wants to help me with a film?

2009-10-13T22:08:00.004-07:00

How did your L test go, Chels? Hope you did well!

Lily: How is everything with the show at the Norman Rothstein Theatre? Still need help?

We got our midterms for Spanish class back today and long story short, most of the class who got this one question wrong, got an extra half mark because they claimed they didn't know one of the words ("marido", which means husband) even though we did. I got kinda annoyed that these two girls sitting in front of me were really pushing to get a full mark because of it and then when I thought about it after class, I realized that not only did we cover it in class, but it was even on a quiz we wrote a few weeks ago. There wasn't really an excuse. I even wrote it down in my notebook! I ranted to Bekki about this and she said I should consider pointing the quiz thing out to my teacher next class while my mom told me to let it go... but it still pisses me off so much that they were so adamant that they had never seen that word before. I guess they were just really desperate for marks.

By the way, I got that question right (and got 94% on the exam which made me happy).

I'm gonna spend a bit googling up some events that'll be happening on Halloween. Everyone got a costume in mind/ready yet?

Oh right. After I finish this documentary short, I'm planning on shooting a script that I wrote that I hopefully will finish editing and everything by the end of the year. I want to get it sent around to film festivals like I did with On the Bus (which is now on VFS's youtube channel and is getting lots of hits). I can use the camera and sound stuff from YouthCO and I'm just seeing what else I might need... I think we might be filming in my room, haha. We'll see. Anyone want to help?

I think my computer is giving me brain damage... sometimes when I sit in front of it for a while, my head starts to hurt (ie. now). Hmm...

So I'll keep this short. Just a reminder that I have a show next Thursday on the 22nd at Trees again. See you guys then! (or earlier, perhaps?)

Aaron

is anyone out there?

2009-10-08T09:06:00.002-07:00

hey

i don't know if anyone will read this before it become irrelevant but oh well...

just thought i'd like... i don't know, give some sort of warning..? i basically didn't sleep last night (kind of napped from5:30 to 7ish) because i was up doing a report thing that is due today (don't worry, i finished. well technically i still have to run to staples to photocopy some notes but still... basically).

fortunately, i'm not working with caustic chemicals today in lab. i think i'd spill them on myself or something :P i am like in a state of like barely existing :P

OMG and so yeah i am supposed to take my L test tomorrow but i haven't looked at the book yet because i was doing assignments for this week :( augh. it should be fine since i read it again this summer but i hate feeling so unprepared... reminder to self: bring id!

hope to see everyone tonight..?
-Chels :)

2009-10-05T09:38:00.002-07:00

Hey Lily,

I am not sure what I'm doing on Friday (though apparently Ann is going to have a belated bday get-together... She told me she was going to call you soon) and I might go to Dunbar (I keep meaning to go there... I don't actually like sleeping here in the apartment still... for some reason...) but Dan has class on Friday and has a break from 12 to... 3 or something so you could meet him at noon maybe? He could probably just call you and find out where you are. However, if Ann is in fact having a get-together, and you're going, I could just get my stuff from you then?

I think Ann said she gets off work on Friday (even though she told me she doesn't work on Fridays anymore..?) at 5:30pm. Just fyi... But yeah, if you are busy Friday night, then maybe you can just stay on campus and Dan will call you at 12?

-Chels

2009-10-04T19:21:00.000-07:00

Hey Chels,

Will you be at your place on Friday? I think that's the best time for me. Tuesday and Thursdays I don't have class. Monday I have a break from 11 to 12. Wednesday I think I'm going for dim sum from 11 to 1. Friday I have a break from 11 to 1 also.

Let me know.

-Lily

where did the weekend go?

2009-10-04T15:09:00.004-07:00

it's already sunday and i feel like i've done nothing all weekend :P i hate that feeling...

anyways, aarie, i'm glad you came. being with a friend always makes me feel less awkward when things go not according to plan (ie, reservations changing). it was nice to do something different.

so dan's pretty sick. he was sick last week (maybe wed?) and kind of got better on friday, but he as a fever again now so i guess he wasn't really better? i don't really know...

hey lily, if you have a spare 10 mins or something, would you mind meeting me on campus so i could get my clothes from you? i am really missing my sweatpants :( especially since in the past week it's gotten really cold. i finish class on tues and wed at 12:30, and friday i am off. monday i have a class from 11am to 12:30pm and then a half and hour break, and then a lab (i don't really know when it ends since it's self-directed... ie, we finish when my group and i decide we have done what we needed to do) which usually finishes at 3pm... but i could probable sneak away quickly to meet you, if need be. thursdays i finish late (5pm-ish?). anyhow just let me know what's best for you.

that's about it for now. i should go on researching the intracacies of microwaving insects now (for one of my labs :P).

hope to hear from everyone soon!
chels

ps- not sure what to do about hallowe'en... do we want to trick-or-eat again? or try something new? i'm really up for anything..!

Untitled

2009-10-03T23:12:00.003-07:00

Thanks for inviting on Friday to the bowling thing, Chels. I had fun (and not just because I won both games :) ) I didn't even know I was good at bowling!

I may have posted this before, but I finally finished my demo last week. I made a few copies for the show last Monday and one chick gave me $10 for it, even though I told everyone it was for free (though if they wanted to give me money, I couldn't refuse...) Anyway, I thought that was kinda surreal -- someone paying money for my songs.

Btw, I'm playing a show back at Trees Organic Coffee (450 Granville Street downtown) on Oct. 22 (that's a thursday). You guys can sit near the back if you don't want to be around the host dude, even though he's not there on Thursdays.

Don't have much else to say... midterms this week, but oh well. My mom and grandparents are going to Portland next weekend for a few days.

Ann: any ideas for your birthday stuff? Are we saying Friday?

Also, are we doing anything special for halloween this year? Trick or Eat? Halloween singles party? Any suggestions?

Aaron

so sleepy...

2009-09-30T07:23:00.001-07:00

So probably for the bulk of this term, I will be up early/late on Wednesdays and Thursday to prep for my lab on Thursdays. It seems no matter what I do or how early I start, the exercises are designed to take right up until I have to go :|

Anyhow, just wanted to do a morning post to complain about labs... That's all, really.

Hope you are all doing well :) and such.

-Chels

One stress point

2009-09-29T14:03:00.002-07:00

I think I am kind of addicted to stress or something... I always seem to find SOMETHING to stress about. Currently, it's one of my lab courses. Last week, I spent all of Wednesday plus Thursday morning working on my lab assignment and prelab... I even missed a class! :( I really really hate missing class...

Anyhow not much happening here. No matter what I do, I always seem to keep busy (which may or may not be a good thing). I have to do research for one of my lab courses tonight because I have a lab meeting tomorrow, and I also have to write a lab report for the lab I did last week, do the prelab readings and questions for my lab on Thursday and do a prelab quiz before Thursday too... :|

Aaron, you were really good yesterday. Even though I was copying notes, I was still paying attention (somewhat). Dan said your voice seems stronger, and I thought you were especially strong on your first couple songs :)

Mmmm well what else? I joined the Science Co-op club at UBC... I am not really sure what that means since I just attended two meetings (I missed the first one) and havent' done anything. They are doing an icebreaker/end-of-new-co-op-students'-workshops social in mid-November though and I emailed the president of the club (she is basically the only person in the club I know since I met her while doing the co-op q&a thing I did) and told her I could do the PR stuff... But honestly I have no idea what I am doing. It kind of freaks me out... This is like the major event for the club (we are only doing 3 events this term, I think so yeah) --it's a really small club -- but yeah anyways I am just scared if no one shows up or something :(

Oh, also my dad got a new car... Kind of random. Our poor van was dying :( so he traded it in. He was afraid in the winter, it would be especially hard on the van and it would die on the highway or something...

Hmm I think that's all that's new, really. Hope you guys are doing well :) I am going to go back to my reading for my prelab :P

Talk to you later,
Chels

Hurrying along

2009-09-25T21:21:00.002-07:00

Happy (late...) Birthday, Ann!!!! I was totally going to send you a text or call you yesterday (I was reminding myself this whole week) but the one day I forget! Argh! Any further developments as for next week and your birthday plans? I looked up some go karts around the area and two are in Richmond and both are kinda hard to get to... hmm. It's up to you!

Almost done my demo! Gotta spend some time mass-producing CD's for Monday too. Excited!!!

Hmm... not much else to say. Doing some more filming tomorrow for what will most likely be the last video with Lulu (finally!!!! I don't have anything against her or the project but I really think it's time the project was over -- I need a break). I also spent the day uploading last Monday's show onto the Mac at YouthCO but for some reason, it wouldn't upload onto youtube. I brought my hard drive with me to put the videos on but it's not Mac compatible, as I had feared. Still, I had my flash drive with me just in case, but it's only 2 GB so I was only able to fit one video on it. :( Anyhoo, after shooting tomorrow, I'll need to return the camera to YouthCO and maybe get to transfer my videos onto my computer then.

Yup. Who's coming to my show on Monday? Same time, same place. It'll be super fantastic awesome!

Aaron

2009-09-21T11:58:00.002-07:00

i didn't know you moved too chels, is it to the apartment at ubc that your parents bought? you can be neighbour buddies with joanne if she still lives at the same place..i have not heard from her in forever. i have skeptical paranoid feelings about sleeping here (mom's new place) too. its especially weird when you wake up in the morning and you're not really awake and you think your bed is where it was in your old room and you're like 'why am i facing this direction and the door is over there??'

as for my birthday proceedings i appreciate all your inputs..go carting sounds very interesting i just have to look into it some more. it will most likely be on thurs or fri unless i ask some time off work. but my mom is going away for a week on october 3rd, so i was thinking of withholding high maintenance bday plans until i have the apartment to myself then.

aaron ch-ch-chan! i just felt like typing that. i hear you have plans to perform tonight, i will try to be there or i will try to be square. and yes i have clean underwear a-plenty.

if joanne is reading this, you're invited to my birthday (whenever and whatever i decide to do things) and so are you lily, if that wasn't obvious.

alrighty, i'll keep you guys posted :)

ann

New home

2009-09-16T09:14:00.002-07:00

Hey everyone,

It was my first night sleeping in the apartment last night. It was okay but I am kind of really paranoid about sleeping in new places. I am sure it happens with everyone to some extent, but it's just like, new place, new sounds, new feelings... I can just tell I am in a different place and sometimes the floorboards creak differently or something and it feels weird. But I just have to get used to it. When I get new roommates, I get really suspicious... It's actually kind of funny if you're not me. But I just keep imagining them creeping on me in the middle of the night and like, making plans to murder me :P Just because they can. Anyways, don't think I'm crazy. I don't think I am... Just don't like adjusting to new things like this. Probably took me 2 weeks to get used to Miao as a roommate.

Anyhow I am happy because all my classes are in the Macmillan (except one, which is in the Hugh Dempster building, which is like 2 mins away across the road) which, although somewhat far from main campus and the bus loop, etc, is very close to the apartment.

Eating Two Scoops Raisin Bran for breakfast.

Need to iron dress and hem some pants... Hrmm... Need to find out where iron is hiding...

Hey Ann: Sounds good to me... Do you mean pizza? Because that sounds tasty. Though I doubt you will enjoy it :| since you said you were sick of it. Will we (I guess by "we" I mean Aaron (and Joanne?) and I) be making a trip to good ol' Burnaby? ONE WEEK until your birthday! :)

Aarie: Well you didn't quite forget so you still have time to do something for her birthday (like you said, you and Maggie are getting a cake) so it's not really that bad... Also, why did you have a bad day? :(

This week is going to be very busy for me. I somewhat finished moving (but not unpacking whatsoever) and have too many things on my To Do list... Augh and I have an assignment due tomorrow and I'm not even half done... Dammittttttt... :| I think I am lazy from not having homework for 8 months hahaha :P

Anyhow, Aarie, I can hang out on Friday!

And Lily, see you soon!

And Ann, make birthday plans! I can help if you want!

-Chels :)

2009-09-15T22:59:00.000-07:00

hey aaron,
i'm really busy right now. My sister's wedding is this sat and I'm behind in my school so i'm going to pass on your event. my dad will still be town on that day so i should spend more time with him. Sorry.

lily

Beat goes on...

2009-09-15T20:55:00.002-07:00

Thanks again for looking for that textbook for me, Ann. I googled the web enough to find all the answers, so everything is mostly good. Do you have clean underwear now?

Oh yeah, birthday plans! I thought you wanted to do something different this year, Ann -- remember how I suggested go karts and you expressed enthusiasm for it? But it's your birthday and we can do whatever you want... even having to eat your food...... again................ raw pancakes!!!

Anyhoo, it's my mom's birthday today and I sort of forgot... but it's not too late, really. My sister (Florence) reminded me and I realized that I think my mom wanted to go out for dinner at a local place but I didn't want to, which she interpreted as that I didn't want to go out for dinner (I just didn't want to go to that specific place). And when I asked what was going on for dinner, she said I said I didn't want to go anymore, which wasn't true. I asked if she still wanted to go and she didn't say anything, just ignored me. So I ended up making my own dinner.

I feel kind of bad because I almost forgot, but Maggie and I are planning on getting her a cake tomorrow, and since I finish school at 12:20 tomorrow maybe I'll take her out for lunch. I think I'll do that.

Sigh... I had kind of a bad day yesterday but it would take a while to type it out.

Lily: What're you doing this Friday? Can you come to my show next Monday?

I've finally gotten back to work on my demo again. It'll be ready by my show on the 28th at which point you guys (who come to my show) can help give them out to people who may want a copy. Hooray! I can't wait.

Aaron

movin' on up

2009-09-12T20:59:00.006-07:00

for those of you who have never experienced it, moving is a pain. i have no utensils, furniture (except for 3 butt pillows side by side which i call the "couch")..clean underwear (tmi?) and my giant tv has been given away :( also you don't realize how much junk you've been hoarding over the years until you have to throw it away.

my neighbours are having a birthday party i can hear them singing. speaking of which, i've decided on my birthday, i really want to cook for you guys again and redeem myself. this year it will be a meal made from scratch from the loving hands of ann :)

lastly, according to aaron's rules i owe the blog about 200 pictures. well, here's a start,

turtles in mexico, random beach in mexico, and me eating cake on my last birthday

ann

Ugh... the worst feeling in the world

2009-09-10T22:20:00.003-07:00

Hey Chels,

I'm actually a little sick today. Yesterday, I had a sore throat and although it's pretty much gone, I have a stuffy nose. My mom brought me to the doctor, just in case it might be something more, but the doctor said I just have regular human flu, not swine flu. I feel alright now, but depending on how I am tomorrow, I may or may not be able to go PG. :( Plus, I don't know if you'd wanna hang out with me when I'm sick... What are you going to check out at PG?

We actually do get agendas! I saw a sign outside the student union about agendas but they're not yet. Langara isn't as cheap as I thought!

Thanks for coming to my screening, guys! (Thanks for you comment too, Lily) It means a lot. The website is finally up too! here it is: http://www.playing-it-safe.nfb.ca/ The project is also featured in an article in the Westender newspaper as well as a picture of all of us, but none of my words got in the article. Oh well. It's all about the project, not me.

How was everyone's first day of classes?

I think I told most of you guys already, but just in case I didn't, I'm playing 2 shows this month; one on the 21st and the other next week, on the 28th. Both are going to be at the Tipper restaurant, which is on Kingsway and Victoria Drive. The show starts at 8pm, and admission is $5. Me and Chels made a video too!

I should get some sleep. Hopefully I'll feel better tomorrow.

Aaron

2009-09-10T00:29:00.002-07:00

I hope you all have a wonderful night and an even better day! <3
Aaron, great film! I'm very proud! :)

So many posts!

2009-09-07T20:52:00.001-07:00

Hey all,

Aarie: sure, also I was thinking of visiting Point Grey sometime soon since I have not gone there since... Provincial exams? Or something? Anyways, I just remembered something in the halls that I wanted to look at so maybe we could drop by?

Ack! First day of school tomorrow! I am still sorting out the stuff I brought back from Penticton (about 2/7 suitcases done...) so I am kind of annoyed at myself since I still have to do the remaining 5 suitcases, clean up my room, and move to the apartment :P :| Urgh.

Anyhow, my classes don't start until 11 on Monday and Wednesday and not until 10:30 on Tuesday and Thursday, so I don't have very early mornings... which I like :) hee hee hee... I actually like waking up early when I have later classes to stretch and get ready slowly and review a bit. I hate waking up for early classes and rushing :P Also, as previously stated in person, I have no school on Friday! :) Yay!

So Dan's parents came back from Ontario yesterday. Dan and I picked them up from the airport. They seemed glad to be home... I think they were really busy in Toronto/Kingston helping Dan's brother and Dan's dad's family.

Lily: sorry I forgot to remind you to bring home your Greek food :( I forgot it was in Aaron's fridge. At least Aaron didn't waste it? Had fun on Saturday with you and Joyce :)

Ann: GASP POSTING!

OMG I just went on UBC SSC (ummm it's like where all our student info is... You can pay fees online here and register for courses... etc) to look at my timetable (I have not looked at it since I registered :P Or at least not for a long time...) and it occured to me that by now, there might be some online course stuff (I looked before but nothing was up)... And now there is so much info for all my courses! I am so excited/scared/overwhelmed! And I still have to unpack! Augh!

Hope you guys are enjoying the last day off (not sure about Ann and Aaron... like, when your last day of vacation is...)!

-Chels
PS- I totally forgot about the science wing and breezeway etc until just now when my mom was talking about Jeffrey's science class...

Ohhhh yeah!

2009-09-07T00:20:00.002-07:00

I did post that picture! (in May) I thought it looked familiar with the background...

Here's another picture then! (Alexandre Despatie being super hot as usual)

Oh, and as a random thing, I applied for a job at a bubble tea place on Robson street. I doubt they'll hire me, but it's worth a shot!

aaRON

Two days to go

2009-09-06T22:22:00.004-07:00

Lily: I ate the Greek food for dinner today. It was pretty good. :)

Ann: I wish the whole night was dedicated to me and my films but I don't think I even have an hour of films to show. It's going to feature my films and films from the other groups from the project. I sent you that e-mail and the details! Did you not get it? I hope you can make it!

Also, you have classes so late! That's no fun.

Joanne: if you're reading this, did you get my e-mail about Tuesday?

Chels: I don't really have much to say... wanna hang out on Friday, since you have no classes?

Chels and I were going over the earliest posts and apparently, I had made a rule about how we were supposed to post at least 3 pictures a month, so here's my first contribution for September. I don't know if you guys have seen it but it's from my birthday last year... wow, it's been that long. Hmm.

Anyhoo, I'll see you guys on Tuesday!

Aaron

2009-09-06T21:27:00.001-07:00

by tommorrow i mean tuesday..

ann's very short post after a long period of no posts

2009-09-06T21:23:00.002-07:00

i appear to have class from 530-820pm on tuesday :p i'll try to leave early cause first week isn't that important anyway. question, is the whole screening devoted to your doc aaron?

see you all tommorrow :)

ann

2009-09-06T10:05:00.000-07:00

hey aaron,
I just rsvped. The greek food you can eat or just throw it out.

Lily

Things that are now MINE!

2009-09-05T10:54:00.003-07:00

Lily: You left your Greek stuff in my fridge! What should I do with it? Also, I checked my e-mail and I DID send you the e-mail of the details on the upcoming screening on Tuesday to lilyvan88@hotmail.com. Is there another e-mail address you use more often?

Ann: You left your Cardcaptors tape in my house! Now I'm going to watch it over and over because I have nothing better to do.

Chels: You left... nothing. Thanks for linking the video we made to my facebook event page (it already has 2 ratings! What???)

Ann and Lily: I don't believe you guys have RSVP'ed for the screening on Tuesday, have you? I know Lily definitely hasn't... anyway, if you haven't, just send an e-mail to hywelt@youthco.org and everything will be good. I don't think it's absolutely necessary to do it, but we just want a projected number to see how many people might show up.

I'm really excited about Tuesday. Refreshments!

Aaron

New post for Lily!

2009-09-03T16:13:00.002-07:00

Hey Lily again!

I called Aaron and Ann and they both say meeting at Aaron's at 4pm is good :) Are you going to be at school? Dan is working tomorrow until 3pm so if you want maybe you guys can drive together to Aarie's? If you want?

Btw have you finished with Flight of the Conchords? Would you mind bringing it tomorrow? I can bring another copy (Dan's friend gave it to us before and I forgot about it) if you're not done with it yet..?

That's about it... Have fun at your Pharm stuff and see you tomorrow :) I am excited!

-Chels

Message for Lily!

2009-09-03T15:26:00.002-07:00

Hey Lily,

Dan says he has two hoses, one is ~25 feet, he thinks. The other is very long...

Anyhow, he said it's fine if you borrow one :) so go ahead and book the sink! Just remind me to bring it when the time comes. What time do you want me there on Tues, btw? 11?

Still have to call Aarie/Ann. If either of you (Aarie/Ann) read this, is 4pm at Aaron's good? If not, I will call you later...

Lily, I'll post again or give you a call to update!

Glad you're back home too :)

-Chels

haha :) <3

2009-09-02T14:10:00.002-07:00

dan's friend kevin (i am sure you have heard of him...) posted this on fb and i had to show this to you guys! it's so cute! :)

b&j yummy ice cream name change!

by the way...

2009-09-02T12:14:00.002-07:00

hey all,

lily: sure i wouldn't mind helping out with your bbq... what is it for? my faculty also has stuff/activities that day and i was debating whether or not to go...

and i forgot to tell everyone, i have my regular vancouver phone back now! :) so you can call/text me at my regular 778 number!!!

i am so stressed out about that stupid Q&A thing i said i'd do for co-op... i don't even know why i am stressed about it! it's probably going to be like 5 to 10 minutes, but i don't know, i'm really scared :P

i am doing laundry at dan's house right now... :| he is at work.

oh for friday, dan's parents are away for now until next week, so if we need a place, his house is empty. just in case you guys were wondering :) if not, aarie's or where ever is fine with me.

hope everyone is doing well!

see you soon,
chels

2009-09-02T10:30:00.002-07:00

Haha hey y'all
Still in whistler. Coming back tomorrow night. :)
Chels: I think it's a school wide thing but I have the Back to school BBQ. I think Joanne is helping me that day. If you want, you can come help too :)
It's from 11-1. Let me know
Aaron: HAHA..you know me too well. I'll let you know if i go closer to the date. Or i'll talk to you guys on Friday evening.

Lily

The last days of August

2009-08-29T17:11:00.002-07:00

Sorry I didn't reply to your e-mail, Chels. But I did reply to that new one you sent me!

Q & A session sounds pretty official. If it's anything like the orientation we had at school, you'll be fine.

I'm sure you guys got my e-mail about this, but I wanted to say it again, just in case. The documentary project I've been involved with in the last year is having a screening of some of the films on Tuesday September 8th at 7pm. It's being held at the Pacific Cinematheque, a little theatre downtown on Seymour street, close to the Vancity Theatre (if you know where that is). Admission is free (so you know, Lily) and there will also be refreshments as well (so you know, Ann). It'll be a really cool night... we're hoping to fill up the theatre (there are about 150 seats) as much as possible, and if you guys came and brought people, that would be super special awesome. I'll get in touch with each of you in case you have somehow been disconnected with your computer and know none of this.

Yeah, let's get together sometime before school starts. We're all starting at the same day, right? The 8th? Which means there'll be one whole week left to have fun and do crazy things! Any ideas? I have more frozen yogurt at my place!

See you all soon! Have a safe trip home, Chels!

Aaron

Home soon!

2009-08-27T09:16:00.002-07:00

Hey guys,

So it's Thursday already and I'm coming home on Monday! :) I am really excited. Part of me will miss everything here in a nostalgic way, but I miss my friends more than I will miss this place.

Anyways, what's up with everyone? What's new? And Aarie, why didn't you reply to my email? That was confusing :P

So next week, I agreed to attend a Q&A session for the co-op meeting for new co-op students and I am so not sure why I said yes! I am nervous and I know it's just Q&A but I don't know... What if I don't know what to say? Anyhow, I will be doing it, I just need to think up something to say about my work terms ahead of time I guess :P

I don't really know what to say anymore... No one has posted in a long time! I'm going to make pretzels now!

Miss you,
Chels

Oh, ps- do we want to hang out when I come back and before school starts? Pick a date! Not Thursday, Saturday, or Tuesday (Aarie's thing is on Tuesday? Right?)
PPS- Lily/Jo, do you have school on Tues? I don't but I'm not sure if it's a school-wide thing or just certain faculties because my dean emailed us (I assume you have the day off too because I don't see why only some faculties would get the day off, but just checking)

Everything starts soon

2009-08-12T21:55:00.002-07:00

Two exams done, two more to go. I think the two I did today went alright. I'm not keeping my expectations too high but realistically, I just want to pass -- my English class, that is. My other class was History and I was getting an A before the final, so I think I'm in good shape.

Anyway, hope you're not stressing out too much about that bridal shower on Sunday, Lily! I think I can hang out on Saturday, if that works for you. Do you still need/want to go to Metrotown? And I can give you your ticket too!

Everyone seems to be stressed! I'm not, but you two (Lily and Chels) seem to be. Hopefully you're less stressed now? I can understand how cleaning can be really time-consuming and stressful, and if I were there, I'd totally help you clean. I think it would be almost fun... not cleaning super gross things though. How dirty/clean/messy/organized is the house anyway? I would imagine with two girls living there it would be at least bearable... though your room in Vancouver always had clothes on the floor so hmm....

Um... nothing much new has happened here. Oh, I have a funny story to tell about my mom though! She told me how she was at Value Village the other day, looking cups and there was this person next to her, who started talking to her about how the best cups were made of bone China or something. She felt a little uneasy at this stranger talking to her so she just smiled and nodded and moved on to some plates. While she was looking, she heard a voice behind her, and it was the same person! They remarked how the best plates were made of some other material, and she agreed and smiled again. Then the person said, "Oh, I have to go now" and of course my mom thought, "Yay!" But before they left, they said, "I think you're really pretty/beautiful," in Cantonese. Then my mom got really freaked out, haha.

I was under the impression that it was a woman (I thought she had mentioned it, but apparently not), so I said, "I think someone likes you! How old was she?" to which my mom replied, "HE was probably 50-something."

"Ohhh, he! Okay. Was he good-looking?"

My mom's response:

"OF COURSE NOT!!!!"

I thought that was pretty hilarious. If I didn't know any better, I'd think my mom now hates all men. Or maybe she's just asexual. She doesn't seem to be interested in anyone romantically. I guess she's one of those people who doesn't need or want to be in a relationship.

Anyway, that's about it. I don't know if I mentioned this, but if I did, then it'll just be a reminder: I'm playing a show on September 10th (Thursday) at 8pm at Trees Organic Coffee again. It'll be fun!

For those who use imdb, I'm really really excited because I'm very slowly getting more credits added to my page, which looks really cool. I find it cool, anyway. Here's my coolness: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm3249188/

Can't wait for you to come back for good, Chels!

Aaron

Stupid stupid stupid report!

2009-08-09T16:46:00.002-07:00

OMG so I hate writing reports. :| Which is what I am starting today :| Ugh. Ugh. Why?! Anyhow I am annoyed...

But yeah I am pretty stressed since I know this week is going to be really busy for me. I need to finish my report, pack most of my things for moving back to Vancouver (since Dan's parents are coming on Friday), and clean the house (because I am going to leave and more immediately, because we are having a house inspection on Tuesday for Miao's damage deposit). The house is really full right now since Dan and Peter (Miao's boyfriend) are here. Miao and Peter are leaving on Wednesday (Miao's contract ends early).

Moving is really stressing me out. The thought of doing it, at least.

Anyways, it was nice to go back to Vancouver for a weekend :) It was busy but fun, as usual. Thanks for breakfast, Lily! Sounds like you had fun on your trip! And thanks for taking care of my fan, Aaron! :)

I only have two more weeks of work left and it's kind of scary... I have that one last HUGE hurdle before I finish, which is my report :( I also only have three more weeks of Penticton and I have two last HUGE hurdles before I get to go home, which are 1. cleaning the house/getting my damage deposit back ($350!!!)/packing 2. moving back home. I guess the moving isn't that big of a deal... Mostly the packing/cleaning... :|

But yes, I am just dreading things right now. I should go back to writing my report though...

I am looking forward to seeing everyone in September! (I will be in Vancouver August 31st.)

Good luck on finals, Aarie! (And Ann?)

Chels

Po po po po po po po po Poooortland

2009-08-07T10:38:00.002-07:00

Je suis retournee! I'm back from portland for my sister wedding party for two. Shopping was good. I got a pair of guess jeans for $14, a cute hello kitty t shirt for $14, 2 pairs of sandals for $5 each, a cute top for $25 and a hollister hooooodie for $20. ALL AT NO TAX!! An ASIAN'S DREAM!

My sister and I argued everyday when we were there but we had a good time over all I think. It was an eye opener for me. I guess I never realized how badly I treated my sister. I thought I could joke with her but she does take it personally sometimes. She was telling me how bad my personality is blah blah blah. I never paid too much attention to that because every time she would say it, she would be mad. But when I think about it, there are things I would like to work on. Hmmm.

Anyways, I went to the cheesecake factory. It's not as good as people make it sound. It was good and I think everyone should go at least once but it's not FANTASTIC.

Chels it was nice seeing. Aaron thanks for reminding me. Wow it's great that you're given lots of opportunities :)

Miss you all!
Lily

P.s. bridal shower planning it stresssssing me out.

Go go Power Rangers!

2009-08-03T20:17:00.003-07:00

It was really nice to hang out with you + Dan yesterday at the Pride Parade, Chels. I wasn't expecting you to come back to Vancouver until September, so it was a pleasant surprise. Next year we must get closer to the street to get more stuff! I have stored your fan in my closet for your return. :)

Only two more days of classes left! Well, really it's just one more day since I don't have classes tomorrow, but on Wednesday, there's final assignments we have to hand in. And then that's it! Oh, and then final exams, but who cares about that for now.

I got an e-mail from one of the guys at YouthCO, who is also working on the Playing it Safe documentary project I'm a part of, and he said that we're supposed to make one more film by mid-August, which isn't not a whole lot of time. And considering I have exams and the Queer Film Festival coming up, I don't know if I'll finish it in time, but I'll definitely try.

What else... oh, I submitted that feature screenplay to a screenwriting competition and hopefully that goes well. I believe there's a fairly large cash prize if I win + screenplay getting optioned (bought, which may lead to production), but we'll see if that happens.

Just a reminder that my short film is going to be screening on the 17th at 7pm, and the other one on the 21st! Yay!

I sent an e-mail to Kem a few hours ago inviting him as well, but I don't know if 1) he will respond, and if he does, 2) if he will come. I haven't had any contact with him for more than a month, so it might be weird, but I'm trying to take the high road and remain friends, even if he doesn't reply.

Hope you're all surviving the heat somehow! (I have air conditioning at my place!)

Aaron

New Post

2009-07-28T21:57:00.002-07:00

Hello everyone!

Hope you're all doing well.

I think I won't be moving back to Vancouver until August 31st. I have to clean up the house and get the last of my stuff ready for the Greyhound back home. The Last Greyhound Back Home From Penticton! :) Also I paid the full month's rent so I somewhat want to take advantage of that...

So yeah it has been like mid to high 30s here the past couple weeks. Next week it's supposed to hit 40-41 degrees Celsius! :O I've never experience 40s before!!!

Anyhow nothing much is new. I went to a party for a lady at the research centre who JUST defended her thesis last week and successfully got her PHD! I was really happy for her, but she is not really my friend or anything, so I wasn't sure if I should go to the party. She was talking to me today and so I asked my lab "partner" (he has my old job and we work together sometimes but are technically in two different labs that are loosely associated with each other) if he wanted to go and he wasn't sure... The lady was really nice but yeah. Anyhow, she invited everyone from the station, including students. Oliver (lab partner) and I decided to go, and when we got there, Liz (PHD lady) talked to us for a bit and thanked us for coming. She noted that we were the only students there and I felt kind of bad... But there were quite a few other lab people... Mostly scientists (they are the people who head the labs, decide on projects, etc) and some technicians (people who work for the scientists) were there though. There was food and families and it was okay. It was nice to see Liz and everyone congratulating her... I know she worked hard. Anyways, Oliver and I were leaving and said goodbye... But I forgot my cooler! So I ran back to get it, and Liz thanked me again for coming and said it meant a lot to her that we showed up. She said she would remember it forever, and remember us when she gets her own lab (ie, becomes a scientist). I felt really touched... and it reminded me of how much we can affect other people. Like, just little gestures like that... I mean, to Oliver and me, it wasn't a big deal to show up... How hard is it to do that? But to her, it meant a lot to show our support... And I didn't even realize it until after...

Anyhow, thought I'd share that with you.

I also just remembered this girl I lent a spoon to still has it... DAMN HER I ONLY HAVE A LIMITED NUMBER OF SPOONS! :|

I am going kayaking tomorrow with Oliver and his friend and I am excited! I lover kayaking! :)

That's about it, though.

Hope you guys are ready for August, the last month of summer "vacation"!

Take care,
Chels

I swear I made a post...

2009-07-26T20:51:00.003-07:00

...maybe it was just me imagining I did it?

Anyhow, sorry Aarie for not replying to your email; I was lazy and then went to Kelowna (about an hour away) on Friday and stayed there for the night at a friend's house, then got home last night around 10pm and was exhausted. Today I had to do laundry, wash my bedsheets and clothes and such, as well as make lunch for tomorrow and dishes :P Also I wanted to bake something because I have tons of zucchini from work! (Sometimes we get random produce that grows on government property.)

What else? HmmMMmmmMM well I guess I just wanted to apologize for not posting/emailing anyone :( I was just really tired :P I am stressed about moving back to Vancouver too... I thought about it yesterday, and I have lived here for 7 months! It's like... I don't know, I am really excited to go back home, but it's so weird... and... foreign, kind of, to me now... You know? I'm so used to being far away like this and working 5 days a week...

But yes, I am talking to Dan on Skype now but I will do a better post probably tomorrow or Tuesday, kay?

Hope everyone had a good weekend,
:) Chels

As Time Goes By

2009-07-25T11:11:00.003-07:00

Aww, Chels. I hope you're feeling better and less lonely, now that Dan's there (is he still there?). You're almost done! Btw, you + that poster = very professional, i must say. :)

Thanks! I'm not sure if I mentioned this to you folks (I know I told some people, just can't remember who), but I have a French final exam the same time as my screening for On the Bus (on the 17th). I went to administration and talked to the lady there, and she told me that if I had a really good reason to reschedule it, then I should contact the head of the department (so in this case, the Modern Languages department head). I sent him an e-mail because he was in a meeting and outlined everything and he replied saying, "There's nothing I can do at this point. Have you spoken to your professor?" That was pretty disappointing. I hadn't spoken to my French prof since I thought he would have more authority over these things than her.

But I went in on Monday this week to talk to her and I didn't get to outline everything -- only that I had a screening to go to for a short film I wrote -- because we were having this discussion out in the hallway rather than in the privacy of her office (she had just come out after finishing with another student and there were some other people around). Anyway, she told me pretty much the same thing -- "I can't help you. If I were to let you do it another time, I'd have to do that for everyone, blah, blah, blah..." I got so angry after.

Anyway, I'm going in to see a counselor on Monday and see if there is anything at all I can do about it. I just want to write it possibly a few hours earlier that day, and I can't go around telling people the questions because it's an off-timetable course so I don't even know who the hell is in my class. Arrrggh.

In some good news, I managed to get another music gig back at Trees Organic Coffee (on Granville street downtown, between Hastings and Pender) on Thursday September 10th. Oh, and the guy who hosted last time won't be hosting it (apparently he doesn't host on Thursdays). I'm going to finally finish my demo before the day so I can give some copies away after performing. I hope you guys can make it!

I know what you mean by us all having goals and doing different things with our lives. In some ways, I do feel like we're all growing up. It's kinda cool. :)

I'm so glad I'm almost done school. Only... one and a half more weeks to go before exams and then I'll be done! Yay. We should get together before school starts again (for some of you)! When is everyone free?

Aaron

2009-07-22T21:11:00.002-07:00

Hey Chels,
Thanks for the card and the ...gift :) it's very creative i must say. I agree in that we are developing into our own person and creating our own careers. It's scary but exciting at the same time. I wish I could come visit you. I can't imagine how lonely you must feel. I would hate being so afar from everyone.

I'll let you know when my sister wants her thing. I still dont' know yet but something at the end of August. Anyways i have a headache. Write to you later.
<3
Lily

so tired i wanna go home and back to school...

2009-07-21T21:43:00.004-07:00

Hey Lily and Aaron (and Ann and Joanne?)!

Sorry I have not been posting or in touch too much lately. I've been pretty stressed. My roommate was having paperwork trouble for going home this summer and it was really stressing me out too! Also, I was making a poster for my project at work so I could present it. It was on display yesterday and today at a conference about grapes and wine (well, viticulture and enology, but basically grapes and wine :P). I was at the conference and I was incredibly stressed about that (I don't really know why... Just where to go, what to do, what it would be like... I am not good in unfamiliar situations :( but yeah). Anyhow, it was a really good new experience for me. I uploaded a picture of me and my poster so you guys could see some of my work! :)

I know I've said this before, but I am SO sick of being here. I mean, it's been really good, but I really just want to go home and be with my own. I am tired of packing lunches, paying rent, not being able to bus anywhere, having nowhere to go, having no one to see, having crap food... Everything here tastes gross to me. Seriously, I think I have some sort of problem. Everything to me has a Penticton aftertaste and I can't really explain it but... Basically it's not tasty.

Next Monday/Tuesday it's supposed to hit 39 degrees... :| Hrrrm.

Anyhow, I just thought I'd update you guys on that.

Happy birthday again again Lily :)

Ummm yeeeah... Congratulations again (I think I said it..?) on getting films in the QFF Aarie!

I feel like we're all getting so old... Omg... It's kind of scary, though kind of really cool :) I am so proud of all of us right now... I can't believe how much we've all grown and pushed ourselves to accomplish our goals! I am feeling all warm and fuzzy and like we are each finding our places...

Post, guys!

-Chels :) <3

Everytime We Say Goodbye

2009-07-11T11:52:00.003-07:00

Hey guys,

Hmm, Playland does sound tempting. I'll go with other people are going, of course, since I don't want to be having a bbq lunch all by myself... :( But yeah, if other people are up for it, then I am. According to my school schedule, I finish classes on August 5 (thank god) and exams start on the 10th, but my first exam is on the 12th. Ann, would you like to go?

Aww crap, Lily! An anxiety attack? I hope you're alright now! Your brother sounds like he still has some growing up to do, but I think (hopefully) he'll become mature and independent. I can understand why people take medication for anxiety attacks but anti-depressants are pretty dumb. I personally don't think a pill(s) is going to make you feel happier or take away your depressed feelings. And considering how f-ed up the world is, did they ever think that it might be normal to be depressed? Get some counseling instead. Seriously.

Okay, sorry for that rant. But seriously, Lily, you shouldn't work yourself up over things like your brother not picking up his clothes. I'm no doctor, but If worse comes to worse, you could just kick it over to his room, right?

Your brother (possibly family?) blaming your behavior on Jon is pretty ridiculous. I don't really have the words to express how absurd it is. Sure, couples influence each other subtly (for the most part), but obviously he's using Jon as a scapegoat against you, which, if I were you, I'd be really pissed off. Maybe he's jealous you have a bf? (and he doesn't, haha) Wait, which brother is this? :S

I'm going to the library today to research producers who I can suck up to in the hopes of them reading a bit of my screenplay. Wish me luck!

What else... oh, the director who directed On the Bus wants to direct another one of my scripts! Like I've said before, I've been sending it out EVERYWHERE and it's gotten in at a few festivals, which is great. She wants to try and get the same results with another gay-themed script -- which I, unfortunately, don't have. Well, that's not true. I have one but I've saved that for myself to direct (since directors get a lot more attention than writers). But I've come up with a few ideas... so there's a chance I'll have another film made soon! Yaya!

How're you, Chels and Joanne?

Aaron

2009-07-08T19:42:00.001-07:00

On August 9th Safeway is selling Playland tickets for $20 which includes a bbq lunch. Do you guys want me to buy you tickets? I need to know asap.

Lily

2009-07-06T16:14:00.002-07:00

hey everyone,

aaron i'd love to go. Just let me know the date so I can make arrangements at work. Chels, can you let dan know to call me a week or 2 in advance. I may forget so if he would kindly remind I would really appreciate it.

I'm pretty sure I'm having a panic/anxiety attack right now. I told Bill to put his clothes in the closet before he left for work. His clothes are still on the ground. I know this doesn't sound like a big deal but he's kinda mentally slow but I want to stab him metaphorically and punch him literally. He is such a pain in the ass. He's soooo lazy. I hate coming home because it's still messy and we moved in 5 days ago. UGH! Anyways thinking about it make the symptoms (shortness of breath) worse.

It doesn't help that loads of people at Kits are on anti-depressants and anti-anxiety meds. I feel like I should be on some. Anyways, aside from that i'm okay. I got a haircut. The stylist was nice. I also got 30% off because the stylist was new which kinda scared me a little but I could resist the bargain :) I got bangs. Although the bangs weren't exactly what I wanted, I'm not as unhappy with my hair as I usually am. I think it's because I learned how to maintain my hair from her annnnnnnnnnnnnnd she speaks ENGLISH too :)

Anyways, lately it's been pretty depressed and unhappy which is contradictory to me being okay as aforementioned. My family keeps on bringing Jon into each argument. Charles cut his hair and left it in the washroom, the day AFTER I BLEACHED/CLEANED it. ISN"T THAT SUCH A PISS OFF! I was soo mad and yelled at him. We were arguing and then he says that Jon is influencing me...it's not like Jon told me that hair in the washroom is unsanitary. A normal person thinks that's unsanitary.

Anyways, there's another story involving Bill and Joyce too but I don't want to type it out.

I'll invite you guys over when it's nice and clean.

Miss you all!!1

<3 Lily

Routine

2009-07-06T12:34:00.003-07:00

Ooh, thanks for the awesome link, Chels/Dan! I'm really glad to read stuff like this. :) Makes me have some hope in humanity.

Yeah, I've heard of school-related work programs like that one at UBC (I think Denise is doing it right now, working at the Linguistics lab). I know that Berklee had a thing like that, and I was planning on working there if I got it, but obviously that didn't happen. I'm not sure if Langara has that, but I'll look into it. Thanks though!

I don't know if I told you, but things didn't work out with working at Van Dusen because they were looking for someone to work on the weekdays so that Judy would get the day off. And since I'm at school 5 days a week, I don't have time. They haven't phoned my mom so I'm guessing they found someone else?

Do you ever have those days when you wake up and just don't have the energy to do anything but can't keep sleeping? Yeah, I feel like that right now. I just had a class in the morning and I felt really tired and somewhat unfocused. Hopefully I can pull through two more classes today (and a quiz).

hope you guys are doing better than I am.

Aaron

Long time no post!

2009-07-02T17:56:00.003-07:00

Dan showed me this link:
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article6623241.ece

Anyhow, how is everyone? How is your ankle, Lily? :( Try to rest or I think it might take longer to heal!

Aaron, my Facebook is normal. Oh and complimentary tickets for friends and family?! :O So fancy! Also, at UBC we have a program called Work Study where you can get a job on campus that pays well and is only a few hours a week. That way, you can earn a bit of cash but not have too much stress from the job. There are research jobs, cleaning lab glassware jobs, tending to plants in the greenhouse jobs, etc etc etc. Tons. Anyways, they're for domestic students only (ie, no international students) because it's funded by the government, but yeah. I think the jobs pay like $10 or $12/hour to $18 depending on what you do (higher paying is more brain work, and research and requires more background experience etc) and it's a maximum 10 hours a week. You know, so you can earn some extra cash while studying. Anyways, the point of me telling you this (sorry I got lost in the details again, I don't know why I always do that...) is that perhaps Langara has some similar program? I don't really know if you were looking for work but I remember you worked at Judy's kitchen for a bit...

HmmmMMmmMMmm... Oh yeah Lily, whenever you get the dress, can you let Dan know and pass it along to him when it's convenient for you both? Thanks :) I will see him every two or three weeks (we planned it) so at least I can see how much work needs to be done. Thaaaanksssss :) I am excited!

Annannann if you read this, how's stuff? Anything new? When do your classes end? :O :O :O Tell meee!

Okay post someone! :)

-Chels
PS- Sorry again for not calling before I left... I hope you guys got my email. I sent it from work (and my work email address, because it was more convenient), so hopefully it's not in your junk mail folder...

Canada Day!

2009-07-01T21:09:00.002-07:00

It's been a while since there was an update so I thought I would break the silence by updating a little about what's been going on.

Not sure if I told you guys, but I have two films screening at the Queer Film Festival in August; the one I wrote in film school and one of the documentary shorts I made with YouthCO and the National Film Board of Canada. They're still getting the dates and schedule for all the films sorted out, but I'll let you guys know when it'll be. I believe I get a few complimentary tickets for friends and family if anyone wants to go with me :)

For the past... week and a half, possibly less, I've been re-writing a script I finished in film school to submit to a screenwriting competition. One of my teachers at VFS told us that around 100 scripts are sent in each time, and since 4 - 6 scripts get chosen for workshopping (by a bunch of people who know what they're doing, and they'll talk about the steps to take after, ie. production, finding people who might be interested in making it), the chances of us (ie. students) getting picked are pretty good. I used the deadline of the competition to push myself to re-write it, since I haven't done so since graduation, which I'm glad I did because I'm not sure if I could've done it without any motivation or goal. The deadline was June 30th, and I managed to finish re-writing the night before, and ended up handing in my application about half an hour before the office of the building closed. So now it's waiting to see what'll happen... in the meantime, I think I might send it out to other competitions, but they're all so expensive, and since I don't have a job right now, it's gonna be hard...

Registration for the fall semester is tomorrow and is really stupid because my registration time is at 12:00 noon and I'm in the middle of class at noon. I guess I'll have to step out of class for 5 minutes or something and then come back. Anyway, that's kinda lame.

How's everyone and their love lives doing? I feel like we haven't all hung out in a long time... let's get together soon again!

Aaron

aarieeee

2009-05-31T22:04:00.002-07:00

hi aarie. don't really have much to say. just wanted to say hi and indicate that I read your post. I hope dan/you are being less confused/confusing :)

i think the last time i went to vancouver, i was there too long... because now i miss everyone a lot :( i mean, i missed vancouver a bit before, but now i am actually counting the days until i get to move back :) :|

anyhow, thanks aarie and lily for your messages. i am extremely relieved! i will probably crazy busy as i will be "catching up" on the lab courses (so i will be taking two lab courses consecutively for the next two terms :( ) but at least i get to take them :)

but yes, anything new?

chels
ps - almost done all chocolates :| is that gross? hahahaha a couple co-op students helped me though. but mostly it was just me.

Why try to change me now?

2009-05-29T21:04:00.003-07:00

CONGRATS!!!! I'm so happy and proud that you got into your major, Chels! Yay!!!!

Thanks for the advice. Things are alright between me and Dan. I think we've settled on just being friends and although things are a little awkward at times between us but it's getting better.

The loneliness is getting better too. By the way, I walk around in my underwear when my sister and mom are home, haha. But yeah, I've been walking around in my boxers, having music on. (I have to keep in mind there are still people downstairs so I can't be crazily loud)

Jeez. That sounds like a lot of chocolate. I think i'd get sick of it after a while... unless they're all different and have different stuff inside, then maybe less. Although there are always gross ones that I wish they wouldn't put in.

I got a call from Chris, the manager of the restaurant at Van Dusen, today. He asked if I wanted to walk one day a week, to spot the woman who works down at the food kiosk, and I said that would be really cool to do. I've been wanting to get a job and start saving money for the future, so this is a great opportunity, even if it's only for a day a week. I'm going in to do some training tomorrow, bright and early at 9:00am.

Ann, if you're reading this, Lily's been wanting to do more exercise and we're going running at the Point Grey track on Monday at 7:30pm, if you're at all interested in joining us.

Gah. Melting from the sun... :(

Aaron

It was nice seeing everyone (except Joanne, who eluded me once again!)

2009-05-28T17:38:00.003-07:00

Aarie, I'm sad to hear things are being confusing with Dan :| I know what you mean by being lonely though... Don't forget I lived alone for my first month in Penticton. It was extremely depressing. Having said that, it was also -10 and snowy and 30 mins away from the nearest grocery store... so yeah. Anyhow, you are only alone for a week, plus you still have friends and classmates around, so maybe you should try to hang out on campus or with friends more? You should try to take advantage of the aloneness by playing/making loud music, walking around in undies, and eating all the ice cream in the freezer :) or something. I don't know... Just trying to help :| I know I would totally do the first two! Hahaha

When Maggie and your mom return, you'll have company and things will be as usual, so although you miss their company now, all you can do at the moment is do your best to cope. Right? I think?

So I am going to switch gears just for a second to say two things:
1) so I was going to bring this box of Purdy's chocolates my mom gave me before I left to a potluck on Saturday (I know it's random, but it's kind of a big box for one person)... But I opened it to take a peek today (just to check out the variety! I swear!) and the... white thing (plastic? kind of thing?) that covers the chocolates (the thing under the lid? You know?) was all stuck. When i finally got it off, it turned out that the box must have gotten a bit crushed in my backpack so some chocolates were brutally destroyed :( So I decided it was too ugly to bring to a dinner... So I am going to eat it. Which makes me :) and :( at the same time. But overall slightly more sad... SO much friggin' chocolate!!!

2) I found out I got into the food science major!!!

Oh also, random, I remember that rainbow cake... You have to admit it was pretty awesome crisis aversion :)

The bus ride to Penticton was not as bad as the bus ride to Vancouver because I slept most of the 5.5 hour journey (the ride to Vancouver was 6 hours) as I started work two hours after getting off the bus :P

Aarie, I wish I could give you sound relationship advice, but I doubt I am the person to help as I know nothing about dating. It all seems very complicated to me :( I guess all I can say is, try to clarify what you both want I guess? For sure? Like, he definitely definitely only wants to be friends? Then maybe you should say you were confused because you made out, etc, and maybe you guys can still be friends and just set limits to keep things clear (ie, no making out?).

I don't know, maybe it's just me, but I'm no good when people are not straightforward and honest with me. It is extreeeemely stressful for me to keep guessing how everyone feels, etc, so I usually just ask people directly in order to avoid misunderstandings etc. That's just how I work best with others, including Dan. We are extremely open and if I ever have a question or feel uneasy about something, I am completely comfortable asking/telling him and working with him from there. Perhaps there is some allure to the mystere of a new relationship though? I don't know, I don't know. I honestly don't have a clue as to what I'm talking about anymore. That is my best shot at helping :( I hope it's okay enough to somewhat help a little... I guess what I'm saying is, for me, it would help to clarify what we are both looking for in the relationship (friends or more?) and to set boundaries, if so (if we are going to be friends, we are going to be friends, not booty call mates, etc). But yes, feel free to ignore any/all advice I dispense as it may not be good. Use your best judgement :)

Oh, since you have already had a blood test thing, you are totally prepared to donate blood now, Aarie!!! You can take my place as the stupid people won't let me go anymore >:| even though people need the blood... I get so mad when I read the stupid ads... STOP TELLING ME TO DONATE!!! GAH. Anyhow...

Ummm yep that's about it. The biggest news in my life has been shared (chocolates and food science major!!!). I am seriously still thinking abou the huge amount of chocolate in my fridge... :| I hope you guys are being productive :) and are having good weather. Supposed to hit 30 degrees Celsius here tomorrow :| I will dieeee in the heat this summer :(

-Chelsea

Eeeeemmmmpppptyyyyyy.....

2009-05-28T13:05:00.004-07:00

Hey guys,

I'm on my lunch break right now, at the library at school. The internet is really fast, and combined with my quick typing skills, I check my e-mail and get everything done in mere minutes and end up not really having anything else to do. I thought I'd give an update on how things are going.

Hope you got home alright, Chels! How was the bus ride?

Ann, you're still up for hanging out with Denise tomorrow, right? I believe we're meeting at 2:00am at Orange Corner in Kerrisdale (hopefully you know where that is, since you sort of live in Kerrisdale).

Lily, how's the sports day planning going? I'm still up if you are!

Yeah, so things haven't been going so well between me and my Dan. Remember how I have the house to myself for about a week and I invited him to stay over a few nights? I don't think that's gonna happen now.

Long story short, I was talking to him on MSN, telling him about this dream I had about him where he came in my house and started making out with me. And he said (on MSN, not in my dream) "Why am I the initiator?" to which I replied, "Oh, maybe it means something... that you should be or something". And he told me, "I don't want to be the initiator. I don't want to lead you on."

And after that he signed off and we had to continue our conversation via texts. Although we never said we were going anywhere in our relationship other than being friends, I guess I had hoped that we might. Even a small chance was better than nothing, right? Anyway, he reiterated how "We're just friends. What did you think?" which didn't get me as upset as I thought I would be, but it was mainly because we've made out a couple times and at least for me, you don't make out with friends.

So now things are kind of awkward between us, and he hasn't said anything about staying over again. I know he had a midterm yesterday but now... I dunno. I hate this awkwardness and it's mainly me that's awkward but I feel like I can't look at him the same way (obviously) and I have to adjust to only being friends. Sigh...

All this combined with the fact that this week was supposed to be great for me has really pulled me down. When I come home, I'm alone and at first, I thought it wasn't a big deal, since I'm alone a lot anyway, but now I really feel the loneliness now. Even when my mom and sister were at home, I didn't really talk to them all that much but knowing that they were there was comforting in a way that I sort of took for granted. I ended up texting Kem and asking him if he could just talk with me for a bit or even come by for a little while and to my surprise, he actually responded and said he'd see if had any time this week to see me. I really hope I do get to see him but based on experience, I wouldn't be surprised if he didn't show (is that bad of me?)

Oh, and I got tested on Tuesday, which was actually not that bad, especially the part where they poke your arm for blood. I was really, really apprehensive about that, but it was really just a prick. Plus, I didn't look at the actual poking, so as not to be freaked out that there was a thing in my arm. Anyway, it takes about 3 - 4 days and the nurse told me to check-in on Friday to see if they've come in.

Gotta go to my geo lab now. Ugh, math...

Aaron

Ah... good times....

2009-05-21T20:59:00.008-07:00

I was going through my camera (well, my dad's camera) and came across some old pictures of my birthday party last year, and how nostalgic it felt! Anyhoo, I thought I'd post some of the pics here, if anyone wanted to see them too.

Apparently there is already a GSA at Langara. It's called the Gay, Lesbian, or Bisexual at Langara College (GLOBAL). For whatever reason, it's not under the list of clubs I saw. I don't know anything about whether or not it's still functioning or not, but I can probably find out some more info when I go to the Student Union portable tomorrow and ask.

I don't know if I told you guys, but my mom's going away on a one week cruise to Alaska on Saturday with my dad, grandparents, and other relatives. I'm kind of looking forward to having the place somewhat quiet and be independent for once. Maggie also left today for a week -- she's going with Danny and some other friends down the States in an RV, which actually sounds somewhat interesting. You guys can come by if you want too!

That's about it from me. What's everyone up to this weekend?

Aaron

Reunion!

2009-05-16T21:55:00.002-07:00

Hey guys,

So we're meeting tomorrow (Sunday) at my place at 1:30pm. I just got off the phone with Chelsea so she already knows, but for anyone else (Lily, Ann, Joanne) who wants to come by and have a jolly good old time, you are welcome to drop by.

It was really fun working with the same people (with some new people) again, I gotta say. Even though I was/am kinda tired, it was fun.

See you guys tomorrow!

Aaron

OOOhhhhh

2009-05-16T18:20:00.000-07:00

Hey Aaron, I thought you meant the total cost of producing all your films and then entering them into film festivals was $30!

-Chels

PS- Call Dan's cell if you need to reach me this weekend! I was working with Aaron this morning and am planning on meet up with him tmr, though the time is TBA. You guys can talk to Aarie and decide when if you want. I am available any time before dinner.

Not the same city

2009-05-15T20:58:00.004-07:00

Good to hear from you again, Ann! Losing your passport in Mexico sounds pretty crazy and dramatic. You'll have to fill us in on all the details some time!

You dropped your phone again? When was the first time? Is it still somewhat operational?

I was on the bus coming back from school today and I realized something was different; the ding that goes off when the robot voice announces the stop (ex. "The next stop is... Cambie Street.") is now more a lower gong sound, like a bigger bell (as opposed to the higher pitched one). It sounds completely stupid, I'm sure, but I like this one better.

Last year, I watched about 4 or 5 movies at the Queer Film Festival and spent around $30 - $35. It's not a gigantic amount by any means (I don't think anyone could spend $300, unless they were to buy huge amounts of popcorn and concession snacks or something). I actually walked out of one of them (the first and only time I've ever walked out of a theatre -- it was THAT boring and bad) and if I get to save a bit of money, I'd rather that than spend more.

Working at Van Dusen tomorrow! Yay!

Aaron

2009-05-15T09:23:00.002-07:00

Hey everyone,

I'm glad to hear from y'all. Chels, I'm volunteering in the morning so I can see you in the afternoon. I think it will be hard to get a hold of me because my cell phone is broken. I dropped it again! Actually what happened was that I was walking up my apartment stairs while swinging my hand and my cell slipped out and travelled parabolically in the air and then hit the ground. Jon is trying to fix it but I'll call you if my brothers are still here and have their celly.

Ann...I'm glad you're home.

I have my cousin's wedding to go to on Sat. I'm working at another safeway, on 4th and vine today. I hope all goes well :)

TTYL and see you soon!

2009-05-14T23:33:00.000-07:00

hey guys
i'm so glad to be back in vancouver. the last two weeks was absolutely crazy, not only in terms of being in mexico for the first time or loosing my passport but also seeing how people actually live there and how people's lives can be so different, not necessarily better or worse, from yours. I think in the last 15 days i got to know oliver more than i ever could here in vancouver. saying that, i think taking a trip with jon will definitely be an enriching experience for you lily. However, you should know that your dad can't help but feel that jon is "taking" you away from him and its not personally against jon, he probably wouldn't want any guy to be away with his daughter for 3 months. I think you should let your dad know that you respect how he feels but ultimately the decision is yours because you're an adult. I just want to warn you that having i fight on vacation is pretty horrible.. i've had many these past few weeks which i admit were mostly caused by me loosing my passport. but whether the result is good or bad i think you'll learn alot about jon and how he reacts in different situations which i think is good to know about the person you're with. i'm sure that you are doing a good job at the pharmacy, don't let anyone put you down. i've had alot of conflicts with people at pizza hut, and i'm learning to stand up for myself which is hard for me cause i don't like to be confrontational.

chels i hope you're not too blue.. if you don't like the situation/surroundings its only temporary. you can always come back and surround yourself with people who know you better. do you feel like you've been away from dan and us for too long? i can definitely see you this weekend (or was it the past weekend?) i lost my cell phone so you won't be able to reach me there but you can call my house or post on the blog. and its not miao or anyone's fault if they don't get you, just like you might not know them as they would want you to.

lastly, aaron i can't believe langara doesn't have a GSA club. not that it absolutely has to but there's alot of students and i would think that someone would take the intiative to do it. you should definitely start one. i think in mexico being gay is probably one of the worst things that can happen. when we were at a taqueria (taco place) oliver asked for no meat with his taco and the server person didn't understand and gave him funny looks cause apparently men aren't supposed to be vegetarians. and anyhoo you'll meet alot of people, potentially more connors.. lol, he should be in grade 11 now?

i'll talk you guys later.. hopefully this cell phone business will get taken care of soon and i can call you guys. which reminds me, you'll all have to tell me your cell numbers again :P

ann

Makes sense

2009-05-13T19:09:00.003-07:00

Lily, yeah well I am agreeing with you more than Jon. Not only will respecting your dad's limits make him happier with you, but it will also make a better impression on Jon. Not that Jon needs to break his back trying to wow your family, but I think it would make your lives that much easier in the future if he and your dad got along somewhat.

Think of it from you dad's view: hmm, Lily always respected my boundaries before, but now she's going out with this guy and disobeys me a lot... That guy must be a bad influence.

I don't know, I hope that makes sense.

I am still in a terrible mood. I will probably (hopefully) go for a run in half an hour or so and maybe I will stop being annoying. I am eating a piece of baguette right now so hopefully it will be digested sufficiently by that time.

It's really windy here.

Congratulations of the Queer Film Festival... admission, Aarie! Did you mean $300? Or really $30? Because if it's $30, I don't think you should complain too much... It's honestly not that much money to spend on your films...

Oh, and Lily, I asked Aaron to post about this, but I belieeeve we (Aaron and I) are planning on meeting Sunday morning/afternoon. Does that work for you?

Hmmm what else? I don't know, nothing much. Just annoyed and annoying.

Not really excited but looking forward too going home. I am so sick of the people and places here. And I am not usually one to complain about circumstances such as these, but I am doing so now. I am really annoyed.

Take care,
-Chels

2009-05-11T23:49:00.001-07:00

Aiyah!

So Jon and I had an argument about our 3 month trip I told you guys earlier. My dad doesn't approve of us going for that long. The longest he'll let me go away is for 3 weeks. Jon doesn't think I should listen to my dad because he hasn't been there for me except financially and that he doesn't know me enough for me to take his advice. Regardless, he still is my dad so I don't want to upset him.

I think 3 weeks is reasonable considering that, in the past, he only let me go away for a few days. It's progressively getting better but Jon doesn't see it that way. We spent 2 hours talking about this. I was getting tired, literally and figuratively.

I told Jon I'll talk to my dad but he doesn't realized that he still is my dad and that my family is different from his. I don't know how it's going to turn out.

Anyways, I got my safeway employee number so I'll get paid this week. WOO HOO!

I counseled on Tylenol 3's today. I forgot to ask a lot of things but the pharmacist guided me through it. It's scary!! But I'm glad I get the opportunity to do it. I still have to do research on allergy meds because that's what i'm learning this week. Hopefully by the end of the week, i'll be an expert! :)

Joanne, I'm working at the Safeway on 4th on Friday from 10-6. When do you work? Maybe we can meet up :)

Have a safe trip home Ann! Don`t bring home no SWINEY Flu!

Aaron, that sounds great. Starting a new club can be a lot of work but I`m sure it`ll be worth it in the end. At least you`ll gain a lot of experience from it. Good luck with the film.

P.S. I don`t know when yàll are meeting this weekend but I have my very FIRST wedding to go to. My cousin is getting married so if yàll are meeting on Sat, then I won`t be able to come. But I would still like to see you chels so give me a call when you come!

MISS YOU ALL!!!

lily

Days turning into hours

2009-05-11T17:49:00.003-07:00

Yello folks,

I had my first days at Langara last week, which was interesting. I didn't really get a chance to talk to anyone in depth about anything, but I'm hoping that will change when I go out to get signatures to start a Gay/Straight Alliance. Surprisingly (or not, if you take a list of the clubs at Langara), there isn't one at my school, and I thought I might as well get one started. The main problems I have is 1) not knowing anyone and 2) being unsure if I could run a club, in addition to my courses, my documentary project, and trying to have some sort of social life. The good thing is that I'm really... motivated to do it, so hopefully I'll get those signatures soon.

Good to hear from you, Ann! Have a safe trip home tomorrow! (or today?)

Lily, I agree with Chels. Despite her apology, she seems like a bitch to me. The only thing you can do now is to keep up the great job I know you're doing. Don't let her ignorant comments get to you because quite frankly, it's not worth it to get upset over things you know aren't true. Right?

Sorry to hear you don't feel very good over there, Chels. At least you're coming over here for the weekend! I'm glad you realized it's not your fault that you actually want to get to know people outside of the school they go to; a lot of the conversations I overhear at school are the generic, "How many courses are you taking? Oh, I know that prof. He's cool. I have so much work" etc. Just because you're in school doesn't mean that's the only thing you can relate to someone about. See you soon!!!!

Oh, I almost forgot to mention... my short film I wrote at VFS got into the Vancouver Queer Film Festival! It'll be screening in August, which I am so excited for. I also get a artist's festival pass, which I'm guessing means I get into a bunch of films, which is good because last year I spent close to $30 on films and now I have no job. :( But hooray!

See you all soon!

Aaron

2009-05-09T20:04:00.002-07:00

Hey Chels,
I hope you're feeling better now. I don't think you should change yourself ever for someone else. But I guess you need to just be more aware of the people you talk to. I don't mind talking openly about myself but I realized very early on, that people don't care or they don't feel comfortable talking about that topic. So I thought to myself, why am I putting myself out there for people who just don't give a crap.

So I guess I am different with people I don't know but I feel like I'm more refined than different. You shouldn't feel bad about it.

**HUGS for you :)

I work Monday to Friday but that may change in 2 weeks but it should be that way for next week from 8:30-3:30.

so far away

2009-05-09T11:53:00.002-07:00

hey everyone,

first of all, this is going to be a selfish post. just to warn...

i have been so depressed for the past week. i started my new job, and not that it's bad or anything... i don't even know if it's related... there are also like, 30 new co-op/summer students at the research centre (there were only 6 of us in january). i also don't know if that's related. i don't know, i don't know.

anyways, i am really sick of being away from everyone. last night i was crying and talking to dan and i was so so sad... i want to come home. i want to be with the people who really love me for the way i am. i am so sick of the superficiality and everything here. i am tired of people always joking and never being real (i don't mind jokes but i really like to get to know people. behind the jokes...).

so when i was talking to dan, i couldn't even really identify how i felt. i was just upset...

after talking to him for a bit, i realized i felt stupid. i felt like a total idiot and fool. foolish is the best term to describe how i felt, i think. most accurate. anyways, i guess i naturally just... am really open. i am really comfortable with myself and my life and everything in it... and i don't lie. and i am pretty straightforward... and... i guess when other people are not... maybe especially since so many new people came and i am still the same way...

it's just hard. i just feel like no one really cares... i am willing to open up and be accomodating. i want people to feel comfortable with me. actually, all i really really want is for everyone to be happy and get along.. honestly. so when i am open and others just use it to tease me (not that i gave REALLY personal information or anything, but you know..? i don't know, i hope you guys understand), it gets tiring. i mean, i get it at first, and it's fine occasionally, but...

yeah. i just feel really stupid and like... last night, i was getting ready for bed, and i was like, "miao? you know what my problem is? i don't know how to shut up..." and she was like????? and i went to bed and talked to dan.

dan says no one should feel stupid for being themselves and if people are not used to it, it's their problem, not mine. but i still feel like an idiot. i don't know what else to say or do.

i just want to stay home and drown in self-pity. but another part of me gets annoyed at the first part of me for being so pathetic.

so overall, i just feel crappy...

i don't know what to do... i wish i could just shut up. i talk too much. i ask too many questions. and i care too much about how people feel.

lily, honestly, i know you are doing the job the best you can do. if your coworker is going to be immature and closed-minded (oh, she's only worked for 3 days? lily must suck at her job), then screw her. you have some experience doing this kind of thing, and although there are tons of new things to learn, you will get the hang of it. i know you, and i know you'll do your job professionally and accurately. what can you do if she thinks you suck? all you can do is be awesome at your job and show her what a douche she is for underestimating you. i am saying this in an encouraging tone, just to clarify. like, GO LILY! SHOW HER YOU WHAT YOU CAN DO!!! if she is not flexible and open to working with new people who are actually trying to learn things, then she has issues and obviously is not willing to help others learning, even though she was once in that position. i think it speaks more of her incompetence (she can't pull a bit of extra weight? she can't take an extra 5 mins out of her day to answer a couple questions? she's been at her job how long and can't handle working with new people??) than anything you do or don't do.

ann, it's good to hear from you! i hope you are having fun!

everyone, i am not sure if i said so already (i think i did) or if i just told aaron (i think i did this too..?), but i will be visiting vancouver next weekend. want to hang out sunday morning/afternoon? when are you working that weekend, lily?

miss you all. no one gets me here...

chels <3

ps- eating ice cream and sitting on a bed with no sheets... miao and i switched bedrooms this morning and my sheets are in the wash...

2009-05-07T10:14:00.000-07:00

Well today will be my 4th day of work. I work 2-9 (closing) tonight whereas the past 3 days, i've worked 8:30-3:30.

The first day was crap because I knew nothing and there were not very nice people. I used the computer to process prescriptions :)
The second day was better because I knew somethings. I learned how to use their cash till (which is surprisingly confusing).
The third day, I learn how to retrieve IVR (rx's from the automated system) and compound a lotion in a mortar and pestle. It was going well when the manager wanted me to work 2-9 which I said I was fine with. But what happened was that the pharmacist I would be with was like "NOOOOOOOOOoooooooooooo!" Then I approached the pharmacist and the manager and the manager said "She's good". Then the pharmacist SAID " she's not THAT good". **This is verbatim. FML.

This made me sad but I just went on to pour out methadone into bottles. What could I have said. I just tried to ignore it but it was very hurtful because I thought I was doing very, very well for just being here for 3 days. I can enter and print out rx's accurately. I can compound. I do cash without any trouble and everything else in between. It just makes me sad because I really don't get any feedback from this store. Not like I want them to praise me or anything but even things I can improve on is fine. So I still don't know how much I can do so I ask, even the most obvious questions because I don't know if I should be doing it...you know?

Anyways afterwards, the manager asked if 2 to 9 is okay and that he'll be working with me. I asked him if he was sure he wanted to work with me and he said yes. So it's going to be interesting today. The pharmacist from before kind of apologized in that she was trying to explain her side of the story. Saying that she doesn't think it's fair for me who have only been here for 3 days to suffer her stresses and stuff. And that it's not me. I mean, OBVIOUSLY, i'm not a tech. I don't know all the drugs. There are still things I'm uncomfortable with but gosh...it's my friggin 3rd day. I'm not going to magically transform into a tech.

Anyways so that is that. And I'm going to go for a run.

Talk to you guys later.

2009-05-06T19:57:00.002-07:00

hey guys!

i am sitting in an internet cafe right now on an island near cancun called Holbox, its so beautiful and warm here and people are suprisingly nice. i hope you guys are all doing okay. so much crazyness has happened to me these few days (not swine flu related) i´ll tell you guys about it when i come back. i can´t talk too much, its costing me pesos by the minute

ann

2009-04-30T22:26:00.002-07:00

Hey Everyone,

Yea I know that it's a long time. i don't want my dad to be mad at me...cause I was being bratty and wrote him a bratty email. Ironically, I was trying to say that I am mature and responsible so let me go type of email.

Anyways, I was being stupid. I thought safeway was going to contact me but actually I'm suppose to contact them after April 20th. STUPID!! Because I live right beside and I just didn't know. So today, I was panicking because I didn't know my schedule so I went in to see the manager but he's away till next week. I emailed HR and she told me to go find him next week.

BAH!! SILLY LILY!
I'm really like this show called "Taking the stage". You can watch it on mtv.ca :) There is this really good singer-songwriter called Mia on the show. Aaron you may be interested.

Ann...,don't catch swine flu.

Miss you all :)

Lily

Tummy aches --> Brain aches

2009-04-29T06:02:00.004-07:00

Hey friends,

Aarie, yes, plan a fun night for us! I emailed Chris back. Hopefully it's okay if I don't go to orientation... :| I said you could tell me what you go over...

Lily, yeah Dan got two of his marks back already. The course I took is notorious for long wait times before getting marks (I am not exaggerating... Last time I took this type of course, I took it from Sept to Dec and didn't get my mark until April of the next year... Yeah...). So I am not too concerned about me, but more about you guys!

Oh yeah and my application for Food Science will probably be approved or not by early next month so I am a bit nervous for that. I have planned out the rest of my degree if I get accepted, and I really really hope I do get it! I just don't know what my chances are since if you are above third year, acceptance is on a "case by case basis" and when I talked to the person in charge, she didn't give me any more information than that so... I just don't know how likely it is.

Anyways, I agree with Aaron. I never thought about it, but when he mentioned that 3 months is a long time, I was like... hey it kind of is a long time! And, again as Aaron said, I can understand where your dad is coming from. Working is always good when you have the chance (and as with any loan, the sooner you pay it off, the better... ie, as much as you can before grad). Having said that, it is a really good opportunity to have some really exciting/new experiences soo...

Have you planned out some stops? Maybe if you plan out when you'll be where and how long you want to spend at each place, you can decide how much time you need in total, you know? Like, if you really need 3 months or you'll be missing out on a lot, then do 3 months. If you don't want to spend so much time in some locations, maybe you can cut down the amount of time (maybe two months? one and a half months?). I would try to cut it down a little bit if it really bothers your dad, but if you can't without ruining the trip, then... I guess it's your call. If you need the three months, I'd probably just do three months, if I were you. But that's just me and I am not one to let my parents dictate things like that soooooooo... :|

So about 45% of me wants to die right now.

I woke up at 5am so I could have breakfast, etc and work on my work term report for co-op. I was working with the data Monday night and analyzing it last night. After Monday, I realized how much data I really have and it's ridiculous. It's like, when you do an experiment (or so I thought), I envision you being like okay if I add 5ml of this to the original, I hypothesize that X will occur. I will test this and report the results. But for my experiment (it's mine as I have been the only one working on it from start to finish with the exception of some help from my supervisor), my supervisor kept telling me to do diff tests. So it's ridiculous because it was like, oh let's test how this type of organism survives in different types of solutions. Oh, let's try different organisms. Oh, let's see if they survive on fruit instead of agar. Oh, let's try different amounts of time to solubilize. Oh let's try putting it in the freezer for comparison... etc etc etc.

Is it just me or is that ridic? And I do 6 reps for everything so there are a billion kajillion analyses/comparisons I need to do. I was so overwhelmed, Miao was like okay, there is nooooo way you can do all of those so just focus on some key ones and let your supervisor know. <-- don't know why this won't change colour... too tired to dwell

So I guess I will do that. Augh. So I am basically done working with the data; I am doing a writeup now. It is due tomorrow. I have not started writing. It is 1500-3000 words.

So now hopefully you all understand the 45% death statement. I know it sounds ridic, but I went to sleep at 1am yesterday (woke up at 5am) and 2am the night before. I am at work 8 hours a day and come home and have to do this...

I am so tired I don't even make sense. I rubbed face wash into my hair yesterday when I was showering... If that is any indication or anything...

Drinking black tea and updating you guys. But I should work on my report right now.

Hope to see you all somewhat soon!

-Chels

PS- Ann, wear a swine flu mask!

Stay away from the pigs!

2009-04-28T18:29:00.002-07:00

I've never made a strawberry cheescake... let alone one from scratch. How did your term report for co-op go?

No, I don't believe you have told us (at least me) about your trip across Canada, Lily. I think it's a really cool idea, but three months seems like a really long time... maybe that's just me. Are you guys going to be driving from coast to coast? I've been told that everyone should take a roadtrip once in their life, so I salut you on this trip. I know what you mean when your dad says that, and I'm sure he just wants you to do well, but you should do what you want, really.

As you guys know, I've had one piano student for the last little while (since my cousin moved to the west side and doesn't come here anymore).

This past Sunday was the last day I taught her. Her mom had a baby a few months ago and the bakery that they own now opens on Sunday, so they have less time to help her out at home and support her. Her dad even told me, "I'm probably gonna regret this, but today's going to be the last day." And for the last day, I showed her clips on youtube of all the different kinds of music and songs you can write and do with the piano, if she wants to keep pursuing it.

So yeah... I officially have no more students, which is kind of sad, but I start school next week (agh. Already.) so maybe it's for the better. Still, it was kind of fun at times.

I still need to think of something super fun to do for all of us. Ann gets back on the 12th and Chelsea's in town on the 15th... is there a possibility of us all getting together sometime that weekend?

Aaron

2009-04-27T12:40:00.002-07:00

Hey everyone,

Chels: That's great you're coming back. I was missing you. My finals went well...I think. Hopefully I get my marks soon. I don't know my schedule yet. I'm going to a Safeway orientation this friday so hopefully I'll find out then.

Ann: Have a safe trip and as with Chels, don't get swine flu!

I'm not sure if I told you but Jon and I are planning to spend 3 months next summer to travel across canada. In terms of finances, I'll try to save up $3000 from work but the majority of it will be covered by Jon. We're going to start planning this summer. Please let me know what you think. I'm looking forward to it. When I told my dad, he was annoyed. He told me to go for 1 month then work for 2 months. But i told him that I can make money later and I might as well take the time now while i'm young to travel. He doesn't like the idea of me "having fun" becuase he thinks that I should work hard and then after I graduate, I can have fun. What do you guys think?

I hope you're all doing well. :)

hey everyone, how's vancouver?

2009-04-26T15:13:00.002-07:00

I will be visiting again during the May long weekend aka the Victoria Day long weekend (May 15 to May 18), as Dan wants me to be there for his birthday (May 15).

I am in a bad mood as I have to do this work term report for co-op. I have been avoiding it like mad... And it's due this week so I can't avoid it any longer :| So I am cranky. Ugh.

Anyways, Ann, don't get swine flu...

And I hope your exams went well, Lily!

I made a strawberry cheesecake today and some pizzas (from scratch... the crust too) yesterday with Dan. I am pretty glad he is here with me for the week as I am stressed...

And Aarie, what have you been up to? Are you done your latest short documentary?

Take care, everyone!
-Chels

Short and sweet

2009-04-23T22:59:00.002-07:00

Hey guys,

I'm just gonna be quick here. Lily, what time is your exam on Saturday? Would you be available in the evening/after your exam to do anything? Ann is working on Sunday and is probably going to be spending some time after work to pack for Mexico (I think). If not, we can always get together when Dan gets back from Penticton and Ann gets back from Mexico.

Aaron

Home Again Again

2009-04-16T22:12:00.002-07:00

Hey everyone,

I am super exhausted but just wanted to do a quick post to let you all know I am home safe and sound.

I would have posted earlier but the internet here was down until we called our landlord and he fixed it (after maybe 30 mins of tweaking...).

I got to Penticton at... 5:45 am? and then had to drag (literally... I quickly found out that one wheel on my suitcase was dead...) my 45 pound suitcase along with my backpack and laptop bag home (which is normally 10 mins away, but probably took be twice as long this morning). I got home and tried to go online to Skype with Dan to let him know I was okay... I tried for 15 mins to connect to the internet, to no avail. It was probably 6:25 am at this point, and I had to leave the house at 7:45 am for work, so I started packing my lunch, etc.

It was a long day :| I am glad it's Friday tomorrow :) I am so tired.

I hope everyone is doing well :) And studying/working hard.

Talk to you soon,
Chels

After You

2009-04-16T17:38:00.003-07:00

Hope your trip back to Penticton was alright, Chels. It was really good to see you and play Mario Party, just like old times. :)

The videos from my show last week are up on youtube (except for "Almost Here", which I'll upload tomorrow), so for those who didn't see it or if you want to see me again, you can. Here's my youtube page: http://www.youtube.com/user/weirdduck88

For the past few days, I've been at YouthCO pretty much from 10 - 5, editing my latest documentary short. It's still rough around the edges, but it's pretty much done, aside from the end credits, some music, and a title (I had a good one but my partner had one too and we both like our own, so we're going to ask around and see what people think. I think... mine's better!!! Seriously.). I'm excited to finish it, since we haven't taken very long to organize this video.

Hmm, I can't say I've ever felt like I spent too much time with my bf than on friends (since I've only really had one and even then, we didn't have a whole lot of time together), but I could imagine it. Good luck with your last exam, Ann!

On the topic of school, it starts for me on the 4th next month, but right now, I'm not sure how many courses I'll be getting into. I'm currently registered for three, which is good, but I want (I think need, actually) an English course, but I'm #7 on the waitlist, which isn't too bad. I got an e-mail from some guy who told everyone on the waitlist that "it is highly unlikely you'll get into this class" and advised us to go register for the other English courses with seats, but I really, really want to get into this one... and I can't waitlist for other English courses cuz I already have the one I want to get into. What a dilemma!

Do you guys want to plan something (an activity of some sort) to do after exams? I can't think of anything right now aside from games night...

Aaron

Hey Friends

2009-04-15T00:27:00.002-07:00

hey ann,

i know, it sucks i did not get to see you :( but i am glad you are studying hard for your exams! good luck!!

i am leaving tomorrow (wednesday... so i guess it is technically today already) night. i will give you a call to check up on you, though i know you're probably busy. that's okay.

aarie, it was nice to see you and catch up :)

lily, i hope your exam studying (and jon's) is going well. let me know how they go :) good luck!!

-chels

ps - i will give a better update when i get back to penticton... man, it's gonna be a long bus ride wednesday night :P last time there was a crying baby sitting in front of me!

2009-04-14T21:10:00.002-07:00

hope you guys all had a fantastical friday night. i'm sorry i didn't get to see you chels (it might not sound so emphatic in blog form) i feel like a bad friend, i don't even know how long you're going to be here : (
alot has happened in the world of ann these few weeks and i would love to update you guys but its pretty crazy/serious stuff that i would rather tell you in person than blog it. i feel like i haven't been in contact with my friends in forever..do you guys have that phase (hopefully it doesn't last forever) where you just hang out with your boyfriend and you become socially segregated from everyone else? well that's pretty much me right now...and its not that i'm doing it on purpose, i've been crazy busy with exams (which will end on the 17th, woo hoo) and i will haunt you all down (maybe not chels if you're gonna be in penticton) and..spend time together!
btw aaron, i liked your picture, you looked very much engaged in thought, which is how most musicians strive to look. very nice.
not much else, have a safe trip home chels, if you haven't already done so. see you all after the 17th :)

ann