Arnica's Wedding - Braidsmaid
Saturday, July 16, 2005
Friday, July 08, 2005
Stantec Stomp Stampede BBQ - Chuckwagon Race
The 2005 Stantec Stomp is going to be held on July 8th 2005.
Location: COP (Calgary Olympic Park)
Here's the agenda:
5:30 - 7:00 PM - Cocktails and mingling
During this time you can get an airbrushed tattoo or a caricature done for $2 each. Proceeds will go towards a charity (still undecided at the moment). You can also ride the mechanical bull.
7:00 PM - Dinner which includes steak, chicken and all the fixin's.
8:00 PM - The mini chuckwagon races will begin! We hear there is some fierce competition out there so get ready to cheer on your favourite team! (See pic)
9:00 PM Get ready to stomp the night away with DJ Brian Hurricane Smith
11:15 PM - Three $300 gift certificates for Chinook Mall will be drawn at this time.
* Picture is PC1107 (Environmental) Recycled Cycle Chuckwagon. It had a lot of controversy. But we proudly display the wagon!
Friday, June 03, 2005
Image: The Halifax Celtic Féis celebrating Nova Scotia's unique Celtic heritage
Performances by:
Frankie Gavin Band
Karine Polwart
Beolach
Frances Black
Nova Scotia Trip - Propsect to Halifax
June 03rd, 2005 (Friday)
The graceful lighthouse at Peggy's Cove sits high upon the smooth wave-worn granite of the coast.
It is Canada's only post-office located in a lighthouse. We had a light chowder with English tea at 'THE SOU'WESTER GIFT RESTAURANT'.
Then we head to downtown Halifax. People say it looks like San Francisco. We parked at our b&b called 'THE GARDEN INN' (1263 South Park Street, Halifax). A registereed Heritage home of 1875. We walked then to downtown and enjoyed a tour around the great MARITIME MUSEAM OF THE ATLANTIC, which proudly displays over 20,000 maritime artifacts, shipreck treasures, small crafts, ship replicas and informative displays of the catastrophes of the Halifax explosion and the Titanic disaster.
The graceful lighthouse at Peggy's Cove sits high upon the smooth wave-worn granite of the coast.
It is Canada's only post-office located in a lighthouse. We had a light chowder with English tea at 'THE SOU'WESTER GIFT RESTAURANT'.
Then we head to downtown Halifax. People say it looks like San Francisco. We parked at our b&b called 'THE GARDEN INN' (1263 South Park Street, Halifax). A registereed Heritage home of 1875. We walked then to downtown and enjoyed a tour around the great MARITIME MUSEAM OF THE ATLANTIC, which proudly displays over 20,000 maritime artifacts, shipreck treasures, small crafts, ship replicas and informative displays of the catastrophes of the Halifax explosion and the Titanic disaster.
Thursday, June 02, 2005
Nova Scotia Trip - Digby to Prospect
June 02nd, 2005 (Thursday)
Breakfast at 8:30AM. We took Route 8 towards BRIDGEWATER. We stopped at the KEJMKUJIK NATIONAL PARK & HISTORICAL SITE OF CANADA. protecting 381 km2 of lush forest, gentle rolling hills and interconnecting lakes and rivers. We tried the Canadian Kayaking for the first time in a quiet river floodplain lake. We canoe paddle to explore Kejmkujik's ecosystem and we hiked along train No.10 (Peter Point) towards Lac Kejmkujik Lake.
We drove towards the beautiful town of LUNENBURG. A Internationally protected World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The charming town prodly preserves the original layout of a planned Colonial Settlement established in 1753.
In Lunenburg the interpretive signs highlight historically significant architecture reflecting the finest examples of the 18th and 19th century homes, churches and commercial buildings.
The Bluenose II was not ported in Lunenburg. It was in Halifax at that time.
We had dinner at the 'GRAND BANKER' (82 Montague Street, Lunenburg), where Kerry had a taste of an Acadian Food (Acadian Cajun Stew).
We stayed near Peggy's Cove in PROSPECT BAY. The B&B was called 'PROSPECT B&B' (1758 Prospect Bay Road, Peggy's Cove). It was a historic victorian ocean front home pictured in the 1975 edition of the National Geographic. Prospect is a small scenic fishing village facing open Atlantic.
Breakfast at 8:30AM. We took Route 8 towards BRIDGEWATER. We stopped at the KEJMKUJIK NATIONAL PARK & HISTORICAL SITE OF CANADA. protecting 381 km2 of lush forest, gentle rolling hills and interconnecting lakes and rivers. We tried the Canadian Kayaking for the first time in a quiet river floodplain lake. We canoe paddle to explore Kejmkujik's ecosystem and we hiked along train No.10 (Peter Point) towards Lac Kejmkujik Lake.
We drove towards the beautiful town of LUNENBURG. A Internationally protected World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The charming town prodly preserves the original layout of a planned Colonial Settlement established in 1753.
In Lunenburg the interpretive signs highlight historically significant architecture reflecting the finest examples of the 18th and 19th century homes, churches and commercial buildings.
The Bluenose II was not ported in Lunenburg. It was in Halifax at that time.
We had dinner at the 'GRAND BANKER' (82 Montague Street, Lunenburg), where Kerry had a taste of an Acadian Food (Acadian Cajun Stew).
We stayed near Peggy's Cove in PROSPECT BAY. The B&B was called 'PROSPECT B&B' (1758 Prospect Bay Road, Peggy's Cove). It was a historic victorian ocean front home pictured in the 1975 edition of the National Geographic. Prospect is a small scenic fishing village facing open Atlantic.
Wednesday, June 01, 2005
Nova Scotia Trip - Wolville to Digby
June 01st, 2005 (Wednesday)
Breakfast at 8:30AM. We took the EVANGELINE TRAIL on Route 101 to Digby.
Without lunch and hoping to find something later we head to DIGBY NECK direction of the ISLAND of BRIER taking 2 small ferries.
Route 217 took us to to a very special place where we could appreciate the tranquil nature and beauty of a variety of seashore wildlife. Trials and paths that crisscross the Island offer opportunities to appreciate rare plants and wildflowers. BRIER ISLAND boasts a variety of shore birds. A unique geologyis the result of a ridge of basalt that is cut accross by parallel faults, outcropping forms picturesque cliffs.
Unfortunatelly we could not see the seals or whales...
Stopped at FORT ANNE in ANNAPOLIS ROYAL.
Dinner at the 'CAPTAIN 'S CABIN RESTAURANT' in Digby.
Stayed at 'THE HOUSE OF LEAVES' in BEAR RIVER. We had a hard time finding this place!
Breakfast at 8:30AM. We took the EVANGELINE TRAIL on Route 101 to Digby.
Without lunch and hoping to find something later we head to DIGBY NECK direction of the ISLAND of BRIER taking 2 small ferries.
Route 217 took us to to a very special place where we could appreciate the tranquil nature and beauty of a variety of seashore wildlife. Trials and paths that crisscross the Island offer opportunities to appreciate rare plants and wildflowers. BRIER ISLAND boasts a variety of shore birds. A unique geologyis the result of a ridge of basalt that is cut accross by parallel faults, outcropping forms picturesque cliffs.
Unfortunatelly we could not see the seals or whales...
Stopped at FORT ANNE in ANNAPOLIS ROYAL.
Dinner at the 'CAPTAIN 'S CABIN RESTAURANT' in Digby.
Stayed at 'THE HOUSE OF LEAVES' in BEAR RIVER. We had a hard time finding this place!
Tuesday, May 31, 2005
Nova Scotia Trip - River John to Wolville
May 31st, 2005 (Tuesday)
Following our usual schedule we had breakfast at 8:30AM. We drove along the WALLACE BAY and stopped at 'LISMORE SHEEP FARM" for some nice sheepskins and wool blankets.
We bird-watched at the WALLACE BAY NATURE WILDLIFE SANCTUARY situated on the shore of the beautiful Wallace Bay. Over 168 species of birds have been recorded on site.
Route 215 took us to TRURO for lunch and we head to WOLFVILLE. Truro is situated on tidal lowlands and it is nicknamed 'THR HUB of NOVA SCOTIA'. We had a light picnic lunch at the VICTORIA PARK.
We arrived in Wolfville early afternoon and checked-in at the 'VICTORIA HISTORIC INN & CARRIAGE' (600 Main Street, Wolfville). A registered property dated 1893, stately Victorian Mansion with beautiful antique furniture.
At dusk we head downtown to watch the famous dance of the Chimney Swifts. They perform acrobatic acts at dusk at the ROBIE TUFTS NATURE CENTRE.
We had late dinner at the PADDY'S PUB (460 Main Street, Wolfville)
Following our usual schedule we had breakfast at 8:30AM. We drove along the WALLACE BAY and stopped at 'LISMORE SHEEP FARM" for some nice sheepskins and wool blankets.
We bird-watched at the WALLACE BAY NATURE WILDLIFE SANCTUARY situated on the shore of the beautiful Wallace Bay. Over 168 species of birds have been recorded on site.
Route 215 took us to TRURO for lunch and we head to WOLFVILLE. Truro is situated on tidal lowlands and it is nicknamed 'THR HUB of NOVA SCOTIA'. We had a light picnic lunch at the VICTORIA PARK.
We arrived in Wolfville early afternoon and checked-in at the 'VICTORIA HISTORIC INN & CARRIAGE' (600 Main Street, Wolfville). A registered property dated 1893, stately Victorian Mansion with beautiful antique furniture.
At dusk we head downtown to watch the famous dance of the Chimney Swifts. They perform acrobatic acts at dusk at the ROBIE TUFTS NATURE CENTRE.
We had late dinner at the PADDY'S PUB (460 Main Street, Wolfville)
Monday, May 30, 2005
Nova Scotia Trip - Cheticamp to River John
May 30th, 2005 (Monday)
Again breakfast at 8:30AM. We head toward BADDECK to visit the famous ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL MUSEAM. It was so interesting to read about Bell's lifetime of genious and compassion, the marvels at ingenuity to make things fly and all project and models.
We had a light lunch (of course seafood chowder again) in Baddeck.
We took Route 105 toward ANTIGONISH. Antigonish has a strong Scottish heritage. It houses the St.Francis Xavier University.
Route 104 and Route 106 took us to PICTOU where we stopped for pictures and dinner. The historic harbour of Pictou is one of the largest communities on the Northumberland Shore. On the Pictou waterfront parks a full-scale replica of the first immigrants ship at the Hector Heritage Quay.
We had dinner at the STONE HOUSE CAFE located in one of Pictou's historic buildings (1815) built by John Dawson. They had newspaper menus and tablemat.
We stayed at a lovely and homey b&B called 'THE RIVER'S END B&B'. A 1860 farmhouse, renovated to mystical and modern standards on a hill overlooking the Northumberland Strait.
We enjoyed a hot-tub and fisherman's life conversation.
Again breakfast at 8:30AM. We head toward BADDECK to visit the famous ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL MUSEAM. It was so interesting to read about Bell's lifetime of genious and compassion, the marvels at ingenuity to make things fly and all project and models.
We had a light lunch (of course seafood chowder again) in Baddeck.
We took Route 105 toward ANTIGONISH. Antigonish has a strong Scottish heritage. It houses the St.Francis Xavier University.
Route 104 and Route 106 took us to PICTOU where we stopped for pictures and dinner. The historic harbour of Pictou is one of the largest communities on the Northumberland Shore. On the Pictou waterfront parks a full-scale replica of the first immigrants ship at the Hector Heritage Quay.
We had dinner at the STONE HOUSE CAFE located in one of Pictou's historic buildings (1815) built by John Dawson. They had newspaper menus and tablemat.
We stayed at a lovely and homey b&B called 'THE RIVER'S END B&B'. A 1860 farmhouse, renovated to mystical and modern standards on a hill overlooking the Northumberland Strait.
We enjoyed a hot-tub and fisherman's life conversation.
Sunday, May 29, 2005
Photo taken in Cape Breton Coast Shore
May 29th 2005 - Cape Breton
Cape Breton Highlands National Park was designated park in 1936 and it is the largest protected wilderness area in Nova Scotia. We did Hiking Train No.12 (The Lone Shieling) with 350 year-old sugar maple trees surrounding the whole area. Hiking Trail No.11 (The Macintosh Brook) with a peaceful waterfall with old-growth hardwood forest; and the Hiking Trail No.8 (The Bog), a boardwalk bog area with insect eating plants.
Nova Scotia Trip - Bras D'or to Cheticamp
May 29th, 2005 (Sunday)
We are used to have breakfast at 8:30AM. We took the CABOT TRAIL DRIVE. Named for famous explorer John Cabot. The trails heads towards CAPE BRETON HIGHLANDS NATIONAL PARK. It is a route of magnificent highway carved into the sides of mountains that rise high above the shimmering waters of Gulf of St. Lawrence.
We stopped for lunch at a cozy and friendly place called 'MAIN STREET RESTAURANT & BAKERY' (37764 Cabot Trail, Ingonish Beach) for a home-made Seafood Chowder. It was delicious!
We entered the Cape breton Highlands National Park with a sunny break and a beautiful warm and blue sky day. We stopped at the magnificent KELTIC LODGE on the cliffs of Ingonish.
Long drive along coastal mountains. We drove towards CHETICAMP. On the way we watched a couple of FINBACK WHALES along the Cheticamp Harbour in the Gulf of St.Lawrence. Finback Whales are second in size after the blue whale. It was an unforgetable scenery.
We stayed at the 'CHETICAMP OUTFITTERS INN & B&B' (13938 Cabot Trail). Near a valley and Ocean view area.
We had our first Lobster Dinner at 'ALL ABOARD RESTAURANT'. It was a deal! Great food!
We are used to have breakfast at 8:30AM. We took the CABOT TRAIL DRIVE. Named for famous explorer John Cabot. The trails heads towards CAPE BRETON HIGHLANDS NATIONAL PARK. It is a route of magnificent highway carved into the sides of mountains that rise high above the shimmering waters of Gulf of St. Lawrence.
We stopped for lunch at a cozy and friendly place called 'MAIN STREET RESTAURANT & BAKERY' (37764 Cabot Trail, Ingonish Beach) for a home-made Seafood Chowder. It was delicious!
We entered the Cape breton Highlands National Park with a sunny break and a beautiful warm and blue sky day. We stopped at the magnificent KELTIC LODGE on the cliffs of Ingonish.
Long drive along coastal mountains. We drove towards CHETICAMP. On the way we watched a couple of FINBACK WHALES along the Cheticamp Harbour in the Gulf of St.Lawrence. Finback Whales are second in size after the blue whale. It was an unforgetable scenery.
We stayed at the 'CHETICAMP OUTFITTERS INN & B&B' (13938 Cabot Trail). Near a valley and Ocean view area.
We had our first Lobster Dinner at 'ALL ABOARD RESTAURANT'. It was a deal! Great food!
Saturday, May 28, 2005
Nova Scotia Trip - Guysborough to Bras D'or
May 28th, 2005 (Saturday)
Breakfast at 8:30AM again. We were going to CAPE BRETON today. We took the LITTLE BRAS D'OR DRIVE (Route 4). The drive was nice and quiet. It was not rainning as much and we actually could enjoy the scenery as it is.
We stayed in a fantastic place called 'ANNFIELD MANNOR' a 1893 elegant historical mansion, built by a local Coal Baron. A country estate with gorgeous English Gardens. (317 Church Road, Little Bras D'Or).
Breakfast at 8:30AM again. We were going to CAPE BRETON today. We took the LITTLE BRAS D'OR DRIVE (Route 4). The drive was nice and quiet. It was not rainning as much and we actually could enjoy the scenery as it is.
We stayed in a fantastic place called 'ANNFIELD MANNOR' a 1893 elegant historical mansion, built by a local Coal Baron. A country estate with gorgeous English Gardens. (317 Church Road, Little Bras D'Or).
Friday, May 27, 2005
Nova Scotia Trip - Dartmouth to Guysborough
May 27th, 2005 (Friday)
We had breakfast at 8:30Am and we were ready and full of energy to start our trip despite the bad weather (rainny, windy and cold).
We took the MARINE DRIVE (Route 7) through a land of pristine coastal beauty, strong shoreline, but quiet roads leading through romantic and simple seaside villages. We had lunch at a small place in Sherbrook and finally arrived at 'FOXBERRY BY THE SEA' b&b in Whitehead near Canso. Near a very cute and scenic fishing village.
We had a small cottage overlooking the sea. A very picturesque area. The night was so quiet and romantic...
We had breakfast at 8:30Am and we were ready and full of energy to start our trip despite the bad weather (rainny, windy and cold).
We took the MARINE DRIVE (Route 7) through a land of pristine coastal beauty, strong shoreline, but quiet roads leading through romantic and simple seaside villages. We had lunch at a small place in Sherbrook and finally arrived at 'FOXBERRY BY THE SEA' b&b in Whitehead near Canso. Near a very cute and scenic fishing village.
We had a small cottage overlooking the sea. A very picturesque area. The night was so quiet and romantic...
Thursday, May 26, 2005
Nova Scotia Trip - Halifax to Dartmouth
May 26th, 2005 (Thursday)
Our trip started after arriving in Halifax from flight WS 568/WS 746 from Calgary. It was rainny, windy and cold. After the car rental arrangement was finalized at Hertz (we rent a brand new 2005 Ford Escape), we took Route 102 - Route 118 and connection with Route 107 to the Eastern Shore leading to Dourthmouth.
We stayed at 'STERNS MANSION' a gorgeous and charming restored century home (17 Tulip Street, Dartmouth). They had beautiful antique furniture, hardwood floors and brass chandeliers. It was close to the harbour ferry to Halifax. So we too the quiet ferry to Halifax and had dinner at 'STAYNERS WARF' pub just off the harbour. Just the beginning of a adventurous trip!
Our trip started after arriving in Halifax from flight WS 568/WS 746 from Calgary. It was rainny, windy and cold. After the car rental arrangement was finalized at Hertz (we rent a brand new 2005 Ford Escape), we took Route 102 - Route 118 and connection with Route 107 to the Eastern Shore leading to Dourthmouth.
We stayed at 'STERNS MANSION' a gorgeous and charming restored century home (17 Tulip Street, Dartmouth). They had beautiful antique furniture, hardwood floors and brass chandeliers. It was close to the harbour ferry to Halifax. So we too the quiet ferry to Halifax and had dinner at 'STAYNERS WARF' pub just off the harbour. Just the beginning of a adventurous trip!
Monday, May 23, 2005
A Vida
Poema do Dia: A Vida
A vida é uma oportunidade, aproveite-a.
A vida é beleza, admire-a.
A vida é beatificação, saboreie-a.
A vida é sonho, torna-o realidade.
A vida é um desafio, enfrenta-o.
A vida é um dever, cumpra-o.
A vida é um jogo, joga-o.
A vida é preciosa, cuide-a.
A vida é riqueza, conserve-a.
A vida é amor, goze-a.
A vida é um mistério, desvela-o.
A vida é promessa, cumpra-a.
A vida é tristeza, supere-a.
A vida é um hino, canta-o.
A vida é um combate, aceita-o.
A vida é tragédia, domine-a.
A vida é aventura, afronte-a.
A vida é felicidade, mereça-a.
A vida é a vida, defende-a.
Autora: Madre Teresa de Calcutá, religiosa albanesa e indiana. Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu nasceu em 27 de agosto de 1910, Skopje, hoje capital da Macedônia, tipo humano Virgem, signo Terra, regência Mercúrio, pedra Jaspe e flor Papoula. Faleceu em 5 de setembro de 1997, Calcutá, Índia com 87 anos e 8 dias de idade. É chamada de a Santa dos Desamparados.
Sunday, May 15, 2005
CPAWS Running Wild 10k Race
Date: May 15th, 2005 (Sunday)
Location: Fish Creek Provincial Park, Glennfield Area
The Route: Start/Finish at the Glennfield Picnic Area. The 10km heads east running through the beautiful Fish Creek Provincial Park.
It was a beautiful morning. I was not feeling that great, but I pulled it out with some Tylenol. The Fish Creek Provincial Park was a little bit hard to find, but with the little map provided we managed to find without much trouble. We arrived one hour earlier to visit the informative educational display booths. Those were set up at the staging area of the race for participants and supporters to learn more about challenges facing Alberta’s wilderness and what positive steps you can take to help. They had fresh organic orange juice too! We met Phil there as well. What a surprise! He did is 5k while Kerry and I did our first 10k of the year. We kept a pace of 6 minutes per kilometer during the first 5 kilometres. Then in the turning point, I did advance for a bit until I reach the 8k point. During the 7k to the 8k distance Kerry passed me easily. He finsihed in 61 minutes and I did finsih in 63 minutes. It was not a great time at all. Because my time did not improve. But considering a serious of factors (strong heat, cramps and first race of the year) I am happy to finish. Next race will be the challange Kananaskis! Lets see...
Location: Fish Creek Provincial Park, Glennfield Area
The Route: Start/Finish at the Glennfield Picnic Area. The 10km heads east running through the beautiful Fish Creek Provincial Park.
It was a beautiful morning. I was not feeling that great, but I pulled it out with some Tylenol. The Fish Creek Provincial Park was a little bit hard to find, but with the little map provided we managed to find without much trouble. We arrived one hour earlier to visit the informative educational display booths. Those were set up at the staging area of the race for participants and supporters to learn more about challenges facing Alberta’s wilderness and what positive steps you can take to help. They had fresh organic orange juice too! We met Phil there as well. What a surprise! He did is 5k while Kerry and I did our first 10k of the year. We kept a pace of 6 minutes per kilometer during the first 5 kilometres. Then in the turning point, I did advance for a bit until I reach the 8k point. During the 7k to the 8k distance Kerry passed me easily. He finsihed in 61 minutes and I did finsih in 63 minutes. It was not a great time at all. Because my time did not improve. But considering a serious of factors (strong heat, cramps and first race of the year) I am happy to finish. Next race will be the challange Kananaskis! Lets see...
Thursday, May 12, 2005
O país que a gente vive e o país que a gente vê... (Verdade e Realidade)
Depois de ler todos os ultimos emails do Groups, gostaria muito de compartilhar com vcs este meu pensamento (tinha uma cocerinha na mão e tinha que escrever)
Ter no currículo a experiência de um diploma ou estágio concluído em um país diferente pode contar muitos pontos na hora de disputar uma vaga no mercado de trabalho (no exterior ou no Brasil).
O contato com outras culturas, a capacidade de se adaptar em ambientes diferentes e o conhecimento que se adquire são muito valorizados atualmente. Mas vale o alerta de que não basta simplesmente uma incursão pelo exterior para se ter um lugar ao sol...
Saber se adaptar, saber escolher os cursos, as escolas e as empresas é fundamental para se evitar frustrações. Isto porque é literalmente um caminho sem volta, mesmo porque não vale a pena voltar para trás.
O ideal seria pesquisar e buscar, viver o melhor do momento oferecido, explorar ao máximo todas as oportunidades, e encontrar o elo para uma boa oportunidade.
No meu caso, aqui sou considerada imigrante, sempre serei e mesmo depois de conseguir cidadania, serei considerada estrangeira. Com o meu diploma da Universidade de Kuamoto (Kuma o quê?) e sem experiência profissional no ramo, sem contato no mercado, a melhor opção é voltar à Universidade (outro Bacharelado ou tentar conseguir entrar no competitivo Mestrado). Alguns probleminhas acontecem: economizar para pagar o mestrado, preciso tirar alguns cursos para estar preparada para o mestrado e também preciso conseguir a preciosa 'experiência canadense'. Mesmo assim amo o Canada, meu marido e a experiência é divina!
O importante é apreciar e saber que a experiência de Kosen/Daigaku é contínua, cumulativa e positiva, mas só ficando no Nihon mesmo que você vai poder se sentir sempre 'poderoso'.
A Adriana disse: "Em termos de carreira a bolsa de Kosen (a de faculdade tb) é uma roubada. Além da complicação para a revalidação de diplomas, a gente fica preparado pra trabalhar no mercado Japonês e não no Brasileiro (ou de qualquer outro país) cuja a realidade é outra. Sem falar que os contatos, amigos etc ficam tudo no Japão e voltar pro Brasil (ou qualquer outro país) sigfica começar tudo de novo. Por isso que muita gente não volta." (Sim, esta é mesmo a realidade e concordo plenamente)
No final, por mais científico ou filos que seja, falar sobre como viver em um país novo vai vir sempre impregnado com o background de quem o escreveu. Com as suas propias idéias e até com a sua interpretação da realidade.
Grande parte das escolhas que fazemos no dia-a-dia são escolhas delimitadas, porque são feitas a partir de um dado quadro ou conjunto de valores.
Contudo, nas escolhas os próprios valores estão em jogo. Neste caso, a escolha já não é feita a partir de um conjunto de valores no qual se pressupõe que aquilo que queremos é apenas maximizar os nossos interesses pessoais, nem a partir de um conjunto de valores que pressupõe que iremos fazer aquilo que consideramos ser, eticamente falando, o melhor.
Em vez disso, a escolha diz respeito a diferentes modos de vida: o modo de vida no qual os interesses pessoais são o mais importante, ou talvez, o modo de vida do ambiente em que um se encontra para conseguir o equilíbrio entre os dois.
As escolhas requerem coragem. Ao fazermos escolhas, os nossos valores fundamentais formam um alicerce no qual nos podemos apoiar quando escolhemos.
Para fazermos uma escolha última temos que pôr em questão os alicerces nos quais a nossa vida assenta.
Não existe segredo e a resposta é simples. Para aproveitar a experiência de verdade você precisa, antes de mais nada:
* ir de corpo e alma - não adianta ir se seus pensamentos estão no Brasil e você não vê a hora de voltar ;
* aproveitar as oportunidades e tentar tirar o melhor proveito possível da experiência;
* apreciar a cultura, as pessoas, divertir-se bastante;
* tentar se encaixar no mercado de trabalho local e se sentir bem no país (seja aonde extiver);
* caso possível, ter alguns anos de experiência profissional - com certeza você poderá usufruir muito mais tendo adquirido alguma bagagem em outras empresas
Meu pensamento do dia...
Ter no currículo a experiência de um diploma ou estágio concluído em um país diferente pode contar muitos pontos na hora de disputar uma vaga no mercado de trabalho (no exterior ou no Brasil).
O contato com outras culturas, a capacidade de se adaptar em ambientes diferentes e o conhecimento que se adquire são muito valorizados atualmente. Mas vale o alerta de que não basta simplesmente uma incursão pelo exterior para se ter um lugar ao sol...
Saber se adaptar, saber escolher os cursos, as escolas e as empresas é fundamental para se evitar frustrações. Isto porque é literalmente um caminho sem volta, mesmo porque não vale a pena voltar para trás.
O ideal seria pesquisar e buscar, viver o melhor do momento oferecido, explorar ao máximo todas as oportunidades, e encontrar o elo para uma boa oportunidade.
No meu caso, aqui sou considerada imigrante, sempre serei e mesmo depois de conseguir cidadania, serei considerada estrangeira. Com o meu diploma da Universidade de Kuamoto (Kuma o quê?) e sem experiência profissional no ramo, sem contato no mercado, a melhor opção é voltar à Universidade (outro Bacharelado ou tentar conseguir entrar no competitivo Mestrado). Alguns probleminhas acontecem: economizar para pagar o mestrado, preciso tirar alguns cursos para estar preparada para o mestrado e também preciso conseguir a preciosa 'experiência canadense'. Mesmo assim amo o Canada, meu marido e a experiência é divina!
O importante é apreciar e saber que a experiência de Kosen/Daigaku é contínua, cumulativa e positiva, mas só ficando no Nihon mesmo que você vai poder se sentir sempre 'poderoso'.
A Adriana disse: "Em termos de carreira a bolsa de Kosen (a de faculdade tb) é uma roubada. Além da complicação para a revalidação de diplomas, a gente fica preparado pra trabalhar no mercado Japonês e não no Brasileiro (ou de qualquer outro país) cuja a realidade é outra. Sem falar que os contatos, amigos etc ficam tudo no Japão e voltar pro Brasil (ou qualquer outro país) sigfica começar tudo de novo. Por isso que muita gente não volta." (Sim, esta é mesmo a realidade e concordo plenamente)
No final, por mais científico ou filos que seja, falar sobre como viver em um país novo vai vir sempre impregnado com o background de quem o escreveu. Com as suas propias idéias e até com a sua interpretação da realidade.
Grande parte das escolhas que fazemos no dia-a-dia são escolhas delimitadas, porque são feitas a partir de um dado quadro ou conjunto de valores.
Contudo, nas escolhas os próprios valores estão em jogo. Neste caso, a escolha já não é feita a partir de um conjunto de valores no qual se pressupõe que aquilo que queremos é apenas maximizar os nossos interesses pessoais, nem a partir de um conjunto de valores que pressupõe que iremos fazer aquilo que consideramos ser, eticamente falando, o melhor.
Em vez disso, a escolha diz respeito a diferentes modos de vida: o modo de vida no qual os interesses pessoais são o mais importante, ou talvez, o modo de vida do ambiente em que um se encontra para conseguir o equilíbrio entre os dois.
As escolhas requerem coragem. Ao fazermos escolhas, os nossos valores fundamentais formam um alicerce no qual nos podemos apoiar quando escolhemos.
Para fazermos uma escolha última temos que pôr em questão os alicerces nos quais a nossa vida assenta.
Não existe segredo e a resposta é simples. Para aproveitar a experiência de verdade você precisa, antes de mais nada:
* ir de corpo e alma - não adianta ir se seus pensamentos estão no Brasil e você não vê a hora de voltar ;
* aproveitar as oportunidades e tentar tirar o melhor proveito possível da experiência;
* apreciar a cultura, as pessoas, divertir-se bastante;
* tentar se encaixar no mercado de trabalho local e se sentir bem no país (seja aonde extiver);
* caso possível, ter alguns anos de experiência profissional - com certeza você poderá usufruir muito mais tendo adquirido alguma bagagem em outras empresas
Meu pensamento do dia...
Saturday, April 23, 2005
Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel - Description
Description: The Fairmont Banff Springs Front View. The magnificent Banff Springs Hotel has been a wilderness palace for people from around the world and a playground for the rich and famous. The story of the building also tells many others; the growth of tourism, the building of the national railway, the maturing of Canadian art and the birth of a unique mountain culture. The Banff Springs is the legacy of one man; William Cornelius Van Horne, a brash, young American engineer who supervised the completion of the CPR. His influence was enormous, crossing the boundaries of commerce and culture. The Banff Springs Hotel was his vision, and it changed the way the world viewed Canada.
Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel - Rocky Mountain
Its unique blend of opulence and seclusion has been a symbol of Rocky Mountain magnificence for more than a century. Style after a Scottish baronial castle.
Fairmont Banff Spring's Hotel - Bruce Price (NY)
Design: In 1886, Van Horne commissioned Bruce Price of New York, one of the foremost architects of the day, to draw up plans for a hotel to be built above the confluence of the Bow and the Spray Rivers overlooking the beautiful Bow Valley. Construction started in the spring of 1887 and the hotel officially opened on June 1, 1888.
5th Year Anniversary at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
April 23th, 2005 - Saturday
Wanti, Januar, Nicole and Billy arrived at our home at 10:00AM and we all head to Banff for lunch at the luxurious and gorgeous Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel for a special celebration lunch buffet. We celebrated Nicole's Birthday (April 20th) and our anniversary (April 22th).
Kerry and I celebrated our 5th year wedding anniversary (the Canadian one).
It is quite a big deal. Kerry and I met in Tokushima, Japan (September 1997). I was working part-time at the Tsutaya Bookmark Video Rental Store and Kerry one day show up looking for the Evita Soundtrack CD for rent. I kindly helped him in English. Kerry came quite often to rent videos after that and soon he was inviting me for donut and tea after my work shifts. We became quite good friends. After I passed the entrance examination for Kumamoto University, Kerry got a job at Zenrin in Fukuoka. Kerry went back to Canada in 1999 and we had to mantain a distance relationship for almost two years with small breaks in between. During my two visits to Canada I started to know his dear family and friends in Edmonton. Soon after I graduated in 2000, Kerry and I decided to get marry. Since then we were together learning from each other, growing and strenghtening our relationship. Happy Anniversary!
Wanti, Januar, Nicole and Billy arrived at our home at 10:00AM and we all head to Banff for lunch at the luxurious and gorgeous Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel for a special celebration lunch buffet. We celebrated Nicole's Birthday (April 20th) and our anniversary (April 22th).
Kerry and I celebrated our 5th year wedding anniversary (the Canadian one).
It is quite a big deal. Kerry and I met in Tokushima, Japan (September 1997). I was working part-time at the Tsutaya Bookmark Video Rental Store and Kerry one day show up looking for the Evita Soundtrack CD for rent. I kindly helped him in English. Kerry came quite often to rent videos after that and soon he was inviting me for donut and tea after my work shifts. We became quite good friends. After I passed the entrance examination for Kumamoto University, Kerry got a job at Zenrin in Fukuoka. Kerry went back to Canada in 1999 and we had to mantain a distance relationship for almost two years with small breaks in between. During my two visits to Canada I started to know his dear family and friends in Edmonton. Soon after I graduated in 2000, Kerry and I decided to get marry. Since then we were together learning from each other, growing and strenghtening our relationship. Happy Anniversary!
Friday, April 22, 2005
A Mulher do Deserto - Acrylic Painting April 22th 2005
A Mulher do Deserto - Acrylic Painting April 22th 2005
Today I was in a mood to paint again and 'A Mulher do Deserto' came to my mind.
Acrylic can be hard at first because it dries pretty fast, but I manage to finish this paint on April 29th 2005. Needs improvement, but I am happy with the end result in the canvas.
Saturday, April 09, 2005
Standard First Aid - CPR - AED trainning
April 09th, 2005. Today Stantec offered us a full-day trainning on STANDARD FIRST AID, CPR AND AED. Jennifer organized the event. Thanks jen!
I got a ride with Lilian in the morning. Geoff, Xiule, Elvira, Lilian, Carlos, Andy and another lady from PC1108 were there as well. At first I thought: "Boy, a full-day of trainning on Saturday will suck". But the day went on very fast and the trainning was a great knowledge gain.
The National Safety Council is a non-profit organization devoted to protect life and promote health. In 1990 they established First Aid and CPR courses to promote effective emergency response.
First Aid is basically the immediate hel given to a victim of injury or sudden illness by a bystander until appropiate medical help arrives. CPR or Cardio Pulmonar Ressucitation helps victims without signs of circulation. It is giving Basic Life Support if the victim is not breathing or it heart had stopped.
I got a ride with Lilian in the morning. Geoff, Xiule, Elvira, Lilian, Carlos, Andy and another lady from PC1108 were there as well. At first I thought: "Boy, a full-day of trainning on Saturday will suck". But the day went on very fast and the trainning was a great knowledge gain.
The National Safety Council is a non-profit organization devoted to protect life and promote health. In 1990 they established First Aid and CPR courses to promote effective emergency response.
First Aid is basically the immediate hel given to a victim of injury or sudden illness by a bystander until appropiate medical help arrives. CPR or Cardio Pulmonar Ressucitation helps victims without signs of circulation. It is giving Basic Life Support if the victim is not breathing or it heart had stopped.
Sunday, April 03, 2005
Aniversario da Catarina
Aniversario da Catarina. Isn't she the most adorable little princess.
We miss you...
Nós te amamos muito linda bonequinha Catarina.
Muitas Felicidades da tia de longe (do país da neve).
Beijocas
Thursday, March 31, 2005
Running Romm Half-Marathon Clinic Schedule
Clinic 13870: Half Marathon
Start Date: Mar 31/05
End Date: Jul 7/05
Eau Claire Market Store Running Room (Unit A01, 200 Barclay Parade SW)
This week, the clinic focused on orienting everyone to the class. They went over some general outlines for the clinic, discuss our target race, introduce the clinic instructor and talk a bit about the training program.
I am looking to have the self confidence to achieve both my athletic and personal goals.
Most people who get into a regular exercise program will eat better food, have more energy, be sick less often and will maintain a more positive attitude. Above all, I'll have fun and as you meet the members of the group, I will share many uplifting experiences.
Each week we have a 30-40 minute talk or presentation followed by a question/answer period and then a run. The run is short and easy, which helps you get to know each other. At times, we will have experts come to speak on areas such as sports medicine, and nutrition.
In addition to the regular meetings for the weekly clinic, they encourage people to join some of the other group activities to meet people and have support in your running. Every Wednesday night at 6 pm the Running Room Running Club (you are automatically a member - no entry fee required) goes out for a group social run. The group is open to anyone interested in running with other people. Additionally, the Run Club meets every Sunday morning at 8:30 am ( Saturday 8am USA only)for a group run. Generally, most people use this day for a scheduled weekly run.
These runs are there to provide you with the motivation to keep up the training and break the Lonely runner problem. There is no loneliness for the long distance runner with a Running Room group, rather a grand support system. Our Instructor: Adam and Diane
Start Date: Mar 31/05
End Date: Jul 7/05
Eau Claire Market Store Running Room (Unit A01, 200 Barclay Parade SW)
This week, the clinic focused on orienting everyone to the class. They went over some general outlines for the clinic, discuss our target race, introduce the clinic instructor and talk a bit about the training program.
I am looking to have the self confidence to achieve both my athletic and personal goals.
Most people who get into a regular exercise program will eat better food, have more energy, be sick less often and will maintain a more positive attitude. Above all, I'll have fun and as you meet the members of the group, I will share many uplifting experiences.
Each week we have a 30-40 minute talk or presentation followed by a question/answer period and then a run. The run is short and easy, which helps you get to know each other. At times, we will have experts come to speak on areas such as sports medicine, and nutrition.
In addition to the regular meetings for the weekly clinic, they encourage people to join some of the other group activities to meet people and have support in your running. Every Wednesday night at 6 pm the Running Room Running Club (you are automatically a member - no entry fee required) goes out for a group social run. The group is open to anyone interested in running with other people. Additionally, the Run Club meets every Sunday morning at 8:30 am ( Saturday 8am USA only)for a group run. Generally, most people use this day for a scheduled weekly run.
These runs are there to provide you with the motivation to keep up the training and break the Lonely runner problem. There is no loneliness for the long distance runner with a Running Room group, rather a grand support system. Our Instructor: Adam and Diane
Wednesday, March 23, 2005
Raymmon & Jennifer B-Day at Regency Palace
March 23, 2005. Today at noon we celebrated Raymond's and Jennifer's B-Day at the Regency Palace restaurant in China Town. The Regency Palace is Raymon'd family chinese restaruant. It serves great Dim Sum and Chinese Food Buffet. The Regency Palace is probably Calgary's finest Dim Sum restaurant. There is a wide selection of items to choose from, and all are large, hot, and made from excellent ingredients. Service is quick, but if you just can't wait for something to arrive at the table, you can probably find it in the self-service section. For about $15.00 per person, you should leave the restaurant full, and very satisfied. We did! Thanks Ray!
Location: Regency Palace Restaurant(403) 777-2288328 Centre Street SECalgary, AB
But also a not very good thing happened today... Our dear friend Phil was let go. Well, he was suppose to stay for 3 weeks, but unfortunately he had to leave right away. Company policy they said. But it is really sad to see a hard-worker and dedicated employee to be treated in this manner. It really made me feel really bad. We will definately miss him here. We could not even say a proper good-bye. Wherever you are Phil, I am sure you will do great!
Location: Regency Palace Restaurant(403) 777-2288328 Centre Street SECalgary, AB
But also a not very good thing happened today... Our dear friend Phil was let go. Well, he was suppose to stay for 3 weeks, but unfortunately he had to leave right away. Company policy they said. But it is really sad to see a hard-worker and dedicated employee to be treated in this manner. It really made me feel really bad. We will definately miss him here. We could not even say a proper good-bye. Wherever you are Phil, I am sure you will do great!
Sunday, March 20, 2005
The Incredibles
March 20th 2005. We finally rented 'The Incredibles'. What a cute movie! Unfortunately we missed the movie at the theatres... So we waited until it was out on DVD. Mr. Incredible is a superhero; or he used to be... Until a surge of lawsuits against superheroes submitted by the people they've saved forced the government to hide them in witness protection programs so they could lead normal, anonymous lives.
Now known exclusively by his secret identity, Bob Parr, he lives with his wife Helen, formerly Elastigirl, and their three children Violet, Dash, and Jack Jack. He works as an insurance claims specialist, and he's fed up with his pushy boss and his immoral profession, but his wife's worked too hard to build a normal life for her family to abide his nostalgia for heroism.
When Mr. Incredible's offered the chance to play the role of hero again by a mysterious informant, he jumps at the opportunity, but when it turns out to be a trap set by an old nemesis he had a hand in corrupting, the whole family must reveal themselves to save Mr. Incredible and countless innocents. It was such a cute family oriented movie. Highly Recommended!
Now known exclusively by his secret identity, Bob Parr, he lives with his wife Helen, formerly Elastigirl, and their three children Violet, Dash, and Jack Jack. He works as an insurance claims specialist, and he's fed up with his pushy boss and his immoral profession, but his wife's worked too hard to build a normal life for her family to abide his nostalgia for heroism.
When Mr. Incredible's offered the chance to play the role of hero again by a mysterious informant, he jumps at the opportunity, but when it turns out to be a trap set by an old nemesis he had a hand in corrupting, the whole family must reveal themselves to save Mr. Incredible and countless innocents. It was such a cute family oriented movie. Highly Recommended!
Saturday, March 19, 2005
Visit Vermillion - Arnica & Jason New House
March 19, 2005. Kerry and I went to Vermillion to visit Arnica & Jason. We left at 9:00AM. The town of Vermillion is approximately 57 km west of Lloydminster. I will tell you a little about the town: The founders of the town took its name from the Vermillion River on which it is located. Shortly after 1800 Hudson's Bay Company and the North West Company built two posts on the north side of the North Saskatchewan River. These posts were known as Paint Creek House (Fort Vermillion) and were abandoned in 1816. All of these names refer to the oxidized iron which gave the clay banks along the river a reddish colour. (The original post office was named Breage, after the town Breage in Cornwall, England.) Arnica & Jason bought a beautiful house in Vermillion. As she said, a 'barn' like red house. It is a character house they put a lot of effort on. I am happy for them. We played with Hamisch, Maggie and Vega. We talked about the wedding. As I am one of Arnica's bridesmaid, we had lots to talk about the ceremony, decoration and dress. So exciting! We left Vermillion around 4:00PM and stopped a little bit in Vegreville. This little town is the center of Alberta's Ukrainian culture. This town of 5300 has one other claim to fame: the world's largest known Easter EGG! We kid you not. This nine metre(!) high egg, decorated in traditional Ukrainian style, was built in 1975 to commemorate the centennial of the formation of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police in Alberta (although I personally can't see the connection). Unfortunately, it was too cold for pictures. We then arrived in Edmonton at 5:30PM. We then watched a DVD: 'The Incredibles'. I LOVED IT!
Friday, March 18, 2005
Edmonton - Darlene & Dennis B-Day Celebration
March 18, 2005. Kerry left work at noon and pick me up around 1:30PM. Cold and windy weather but the road condition was good. We stopped in Red Deer and bought some tea at Glenn's (Chai and Provance Rooibos). We arrived in Edmonton at 4:00PM and head to Sherwood Park where Darlene was waiting for us. At 6:30Pm we went to 'East Side Mario's' restaurant (http://www.primerestaurants.com/eastsidemarios/) to celebrate Dennis B-Day on March 16th, and Darlene's B-Day on March 19th. We had a delicious meal (Thanks Kerry) and then decided to watch a movie. We watched Flight of the Phoenix (2004). A movie about a C-119 cargo plane full of oil workers crashed in Mongolia's Gobi Desert during a sandstorm, the survivors attempt to build a new plane from the parts they find in the wreckage to escape. The plane was piloted by Captain Frank Towns, an employee of oil company Geodel, whose job it is to go to remote oil rigs and shut them down when their productivity has decreased. Having accomplished his job with one such rig, his plane crashes with all of the employees aboard on the way back to Beijing. Very interesting. A Dennis type of movie. Kerry and I wanted to watch 'The Incredibles', but it was a Dennis B-day celebration day so we all watched the action movie!
Wednesday, March 16, 2005
Talisman Centre - Running Room
Last day at Talisman Centre....
Elvira and I joined together the Talisman Centre taking advantage of the Corporate Membership Program. The sole intention is to promote self-well-being through exercise and good diet. Nothing extreme or crazy. Talisman Centre offers a series of drop-in-classes and it is the most affordable centre in town. (See: http://www.talismancentre.com/daily.html)
I will go now perhaps once a week or when work and personal life allows me to. But neverthless, we will keep exercising. Our favorite classes are: Power Cycle w/ instructor Tanya, Aqua Fit w/ instructor
Also, Elvira and I are planning to join the Running-Room half-marathon clinic. Two years ago, we completed the 10km clinic and now the half-marathon will be a real challange! It will prepare us for the Corporate Challange this year. Last year, my timing was not as good as the previous year. So this year, I want to achieve a better time. Perhaps finish the 10k in less than 50 minutes!
Elvira and I joined together the Talisman Centre taking advantage of the Corporate Membership Program. The sole intention is to promote self-well-being through exercise and good diet. Nothing extreme or crazy. Talisman Centre offers a series of drop-in-classes and it is the most affordable centre in town. (See: http://www.talismancentre.com/daily.html)
I will go now perhaps once a week or when work and personal life allows me to. But neverthless, we will keep exercising. Our favorite classes are: Power Cycle w/ instructor Tanya, Aqua Fit w/ instructor
Also, Elvira and I are planning to join the Running-Room half-marathon clinic. Two years ago, we completed the 10km clinic and now the half-marathon will be a real challange! It will prepare us for the Corporate Challange this year. Last year, my timing was not as good as the previous year. So this year, I want to achieve a better time. Perhaps finish the 10k in less than 50 minutes!
Friday, March 11, 2005
Robots Animation - Virgin Mobile Phones
I met Wanti in downtown for lunch. It was great to see her after such a long time. She seems to be doing great at CPR (Canadian Pacific Railway). Kerry and I miss the kids too. Wanti's birthday was on March 10, and I took her out for lunch. Happy Birthday Wanti dear friend! We love you!
Kerry and I went to see a movie in the theatre after a long day of work on Friday, March 11, 2005. We went to see Robots. The acclaimed director Chris Wedge, who created the Academy Award winning short film “Bunny” and the worldwide box-office smash ICE AGE™, now brings his innovative filmmaking magic to ROBOTS™, taking the computer generated animated film genre to an exciting new level. For the first time ever, an animated feature presents a totally imagined world – a wondrously clanky universe populated solely by mechanical beings. Ewan McGregor, Halle Berry, Greg Kinnear, Mel Brooks, Drew Carey, Jim Broadbent, Amanda Bynes, and Robin Williams voice the principal roles. In the film you’ll meet memorable bots Rodney Copperbottom (Ewan McGregor), a young genius inventor who dreams of helping robots everywhere; Cappy (Halle Berry), a beautiful, dynamic and savvy bot with whom Rodney is instantly smitten; the nefarious corporate tyrant Ratchet (Greg Kinnear) who locks horns with Rodney; Bigweld (Mel Brooks), a master inventor who has lost his way; and a group of misfit ‘bots known as the Rusties, led by Fender (Robin Williams) and Piper Pinwheeler (Amanda Bynes). Fender’s head, arms, and legs routinely fall off at the most inopportune moments. As Rodney fulfills Fender’s ongoing need for repairs, the two become fast friends. Piper is Fender’s tomboy kid sister, who surprises everyone with her determination and strength. The result is a timeless, comedic tale that pushes the boundaries of animation while introducing characters rich with physical humor and soul, and a heart-warming story that proves that a robot can shine no matter what he or she is made of.
Today, I also got my VIRGIN Mobile Phone. Sir Richard Branson and his team from Virgin Mobile launched their phones and services in Canada on Tuesday. Sir Richard, in his usual flamboyant style, was dressed in a super hero outfit and drove a monster truck over three parked cars. He said he promises to "crush" his Canadian competitors.
Virgin, a UK company, has taken its cell phone business to the United States and Australia in recent years and has done quiet well with its focus on the 18 to 34 year old market. Virgin's aggressive and edgy marketing style are just the touch that may move their target audience away from the more sober TELUS, Bell, and Rogers. Virgin will focus on prepaid services to Canadians. Customers will have to buy a Virgin handset, then pay 25¢ per minute for the first five minutes each day, and 15¢ per minute for the rest of the day. I have mine and I love it!
Kerry and I went to see a movie in the theatre after a long day of work on Friday, March 11, 2005. We went to see Robots. The acclaimed director Chris Wedge, who created the Academy Award winning short film “Bunny” and the worldwide box-office smash ICE AGE™, now brings his innovative filmmaking magic to ROBOTS™, taking the computer generated animated film genre to an exciting new level. For the first time ever, an animated feature presents a totally imagined world – a wondrously clanky universe populated solely by mechanical beings. Ewan McGregor, Halle Berry, Greg Kinnear, Mel Brooks, Drew Carey, Jim Broadbent, Amanda Bynes, and Robin Williams voice the principal roles. In the film you’ll meet memorable bots Rodney Copperbottom (Ewan McGregor), a young genius inventor who dreams of helping robots everywhere; Cappy (Halle Berry), a beautiful, dynamic and savvy bot with whom Rodney is instantly smitten; the nefarious corporate tyrant Ratchet (Greg Kinnear) who locks horns with Rodney; Bigweld (Mel Brooks), a master inventor who has lost his way; and a group of misfit ‘bots known as the Rusties, led by Fender (Robin Williams) and Piper Pinwheeler (Amanda Bynes). Fender’s head, arms, and legs routinely fall off at the most inopportune moments. As Rodney fulfills Fender’s ongoing need for repairs, the two become fast friends. Piper is Fender’s tomboy kid sister, who surprises everyone with her determination and strength. The result is a timeless, comedic tale that pushes the boundaries of animation while introducing characters rich with physical humor and soul, and a heart-warming story that proves that a robot can shine no matter what he or she is made of.
Today, I also got my VIRGIN Mobile Phone. Sir Richard Branson and his team from Virgin Mobile launched their phones and services in Canada on Tuesday. Sir Richard, in his usual flamboyant style, was dressed in a super hero outfit and drove a monster truck over three parked cars. He said he promises to "crush" his Canadian competitors.
Virgin, a UK company, has taken its cell phone business to the United States and Australia in recent years and has done quiet well with its focus on the 18 to 34 year old market. Virgin's aggressive and edgy marketing style are just the touch that may move their target audience away from the more sober TELUS, Bell, and Rogers. Virgin will focus on prepaid services to Canadians. Customers will have to buy a Virgin handset, then pay 25¢ per minute for the first five minutes each day, and 15¢ per minute for the rest of the day. I have mine and I love it!
Monday, March 07, 2005
Nellie's Cosmic Cafe Breakfast - Unique Calgary Experience
February 06, 2005 (Sunday) - We had a delicious brunch at Nellie's Breakfast. The food is good; the staff are great; and the ambiance exactly what I need on weekend mornings. When the weekends come our mouths just water for a brunch at Nellie's. First time I was there was with Elvira, who introduced me to the Hype Calgary Brunch Place. If you want a good breakfast just go to Nellie's!
After breakfast, we went to search/shopping for snowboard and ski equipment. Kerry bought me a pair of ski boots at Ski West. They have 40% sales and coincidently they had a mismatched pair of boots (one 24 and another 24.5), which fits me perfectly. Great chance and good price.
- Ski West Inc(403) 270-3800300 14 Street NWCalgary, AB
After breakfast, we went to search/shopping for snowboard and ski equipment. Kerry bought me a pair of ski boots at Ski West. They have 40% sales and coincidently they had a mismatched pair of boots (one 24 and another 24.5), which fits me perfectly. Great chance and good price.
- Ski West Inc(403) 270-3800300 14 Street NWCalgary, AB
Sunday, March 06, 2005
Lake Louise Ski Resort - Skiing Trip
March 05, 2005 (Saturday) - Kerry and I met Jennifer (Jen) and her husband Doug at 7:00AM at Planet Beach Tanning Salon in Valley Ridge. This would give us 2 hours to get to the hill and half an hour to do rentals. Lifts open at 9:00AM. Great morning and great day! We met Matthew at the Rental place. Kerry decided to take snowboard lessons and stay at the Bunny Hill for the morning. Jennifer, Doug, Matthew and I took the new Gondola all the way to the top. I followed the three around. Oh! They are such good skiers/snowboarders! I had a blast! Jen did snowboard and Doug/Matthew/me were the skiers. I just love to ski. We did diffrent trails:
1. Green Trails were: Larch Side (Marmot and Pika)
2. Blue Trails were: Larch Side (Larch and Wolverine), Frontside/Southface (Wapta, Junniper)
My ski was a 161, but I switched to a 150 in the afternoon as Matthew recommended. It was much better! We then had lunch at the Main Lodge at Noon, and went back to ski until 4:00PM.
We met Elvira and Cherrilyn around 3:30PM. They decided to stay and we decided to head back to Calgary as we were exhausted. But before we stopped in Canmore for a good supper. We had supper at a place called the Bolo. I had Mariachi Chicken and it was a lime marinade chicken on a bun. Delicious! Great day, great company, great food!@ All great combinations!
For your information: Spectacular scenery awaits at Lake Louise with uniquely beautiful terrain that is both vast and varied. The wilderness is pristine and inspirational. Located in the heart of majestic, historic Banff National Park, Lake Louise is truly legendary and offers world class terrain.
1. Green Trails were: Larch Side (Marmot and Pika)
2. Blue Trails were: Larch Side (Larch and Wolverine), Frontside/Southface (Wapta, Junniper)
My ski was a 161, but I switched to a 150 in the afternoon as Matthew recommended. It was much better! We then had lunch at the Main Lodge at Noon, and went back to ski until 4:00PM.
We met Elvira and Cherrilyn around 3:30PM. They decided to stay and we decided to head back to Calgary as we were exhausted. But before we stopped in Canmore for a good supper. We had supper at a place called the Bolo. I had Mariachi Chicken and it was a lime marinade chicken on a bun. Delicious! Great day, great company, great food!@ All great combinations!
For your information: Spectacular scenery awaits at Lake Louise with uniquely beautiful terrain that is both vast and varied. The wilderness is pristine and inspirational. Located in the heart of majestic, historic Banff National Park, Lake Louise is truly legendary and offers world class terrain.
Saturday, February 26, 2005
Introduction to the World of Snowboarding
Well, as many may know already, I am without any doubt a ski fan.
I just love to ski. We try to go skiing at least once every year. In a country where winter season is inevitable so long, the best approach is to make the best of the season and enjoy every moment. It took me a while to get used to the cold but now I can say that winter is fun!
Skiing is a great way to spend time with your family and friends, get to exercise and enjoy outdoors during wintertime.
Snowboarding is one of the fastest growing winter sports today. Due to this fact, we decided to get started on snowboard at COP (Calgary Olympic Park) , before the end of the season.
We could have started earlier, but as I said before, I am a skier and it was hard to put my mind to try snowboarding seriously.
On Saturday, February 26, 2005 at 9:00AM to 11:30AM we took private snowboarding lessons at COP. Our young instructor Joe was so helpful. It was an introduction to snowboarding and boy it was hard! The concept of having my legs tied up to the board and only balance my body on the board with my arms and sholders was hard at first! We stayed on the bunny hill almost all morning trying to GET snowboarding. After lunch, we went back and tried again, but by 3:00PM, we realized that it was enough! In the end, we will definitely go back for more practice, but it will take a lot of work. Meanwhile, I am back skiing in the mountains! Next weekend is going to be at Lake Louise!
I just love to ski. We try to go skiing at least once every year. In a country where winter season is inevitable so long, the best approach is to make the best of the season and enjoy every moment. It took me a while to get used to the cold but now I can say that winter is fun!
Skiing is a great way to spend time with your family and friends, get to exercise and enjoy outdoors during wintertime.
Snowboarding is one of the fastest growing winter sports today. Due to this fact, we decided to get started on snowboard at COP (Calgary Olympic Park) , before the end of the season.
We could have started earlier, but as I said before, I am a skier and it was hard to put my mind to try snowboarding seriously.
On Saturday, February 26, 2005 at 9:00AM to 11:30AM we took private snowboarding lessons at COP. Our young instructor Joe was so helpful. It was an introduction to snowboarding and boy it was hard! The concept of having my legs tied up to the board and only balance my body on the board with my arms and sholders was hard at first! We stayed on the bunny hill almost all morning trying to GET snowboarding. After lunch, we went back and tried again, but by 3:00PM, we realized that it was enough! In the end, we will definitely go back for more practice, but it will take a lot of work. Meanwhile, I am back skiing in the mountains! Next weekend is going to be at Lake Louise!
Sunday, February 20, 2005
BCCAB Carnaval 2005
The Brazilian Community Association of Alberta (BCAAB) and the Calgary Samba School (Director Malcom Lim) presented on Saturday, February 19th 2005, the 2nd Carnaval in Calgary.
The location was at the Bowness Community Hall (7904-43rd Ave NW).
Dance and Show Band with singer from Seattle http://www.showbrazil.com/ and musicians from BOMBA! Calgary Samba school with Malcolm and Barbara Lim and Luis Emilio Rios*Costumes contest* (costumes optional)*Capoeira Ache Brasil Calgary* Show*Dancers on Stage*
Kerry and I went there at 8:00PM and we met Elvira and some members of the Calmeca Group, Maria and her friends, then later Cherrylin. Kerry was very impressed with the capoeira performance. I wanted to dance soooo badly. We had a taste of churrasco. It was delicious. Unfortunately they run out of Capiroska, but we had guarana instead!
Great night. Great effort Elisia, Paulo and all other members of the BCCAB! Thanks!
The location was at the Bowness Community Hall (7904-43rd Ave NW).
Dance and Show Band with singer from Seattle http://www.showbrazil.com/ and musicians from BOMBA! Calgary Samba school with Malcolm and Barbara Lim and Luis Emilio Rios*Costumes contest* (costumes optional)*Capoeira Ache Brasil Calgary* Show*Dancers on Stage*
Kerry and I went there at 8:00PM and we met Elvira and some members of the Calmeca Group, Maria and her friends, then later Cherrylin. Kerry was very impressed with the capoeira performance. I wanted to dance soooo badly. We had a taste of churrasco. It was delicious. Unfortunately they run out of Capiroska, but we had guarana instead!
Great night. Great effort Elisia, Paulo and all other members of the BCCAB! Thanks!
Tuesday, January 11, 2005
Sunday, December 05, 2004
Santa Shuffle 2004 5km Run
A Family oriented 5k run around Prince's Island Park to support the Salvation Army Christmas and Winter Relief Appeal (helping families in need). 2004 is the 14th year for the Santa Shuffle and Stantec Runners participated with their best smile and all efforts. This is going to be my 2nd race at the Santa Shuffle. Ida Rowat is one of the biggest organizers of the events for Stantec and we are really happy to be able to run for such a good cause. Location: Eau Claire Market in Calgary. Date: Saturday, December 4th, 2004. Race begins at 10:00AM
Saturday, October 16, 2004
EMS Ambulance Chasers 10km Run
I participated for the 1st time on the EMS Ambulance chasers 10k race. Elvira run for Kerry, because he was not ready for that race. As for me, I was pretty excited to run that night. It was a little bit chilly, but overall an excellent condition for a run. Not too hot, not too cold. Unfortunately I realize that I best run during the day, not at night. My time was not great (1:00:09). This run supports the EMS (Emergency Services Foundation), and is a fun event for a worthwhile cause. The Foundation supports out of Hospitals programs that serve to reduce injury and illnesses. Some examples are: Automatic External Defibrillators and the Childooh Injury Prevention Program. Date: Friday, October 15ht 2004. Time: 7:00PM
Monday, August 23, 2004
Calgary Humane Society 5km Run
The Calgary Humane Society for prevention of cruelty to Animals had their 1st 5km or 10km run. The Calgary Humane Society receive over 9,000 animals/year. 5,500 animals were adopted from their shelters and remote locations. Around 1,500 cruelty and neglect complints were investigated. We did the 5km because we weren't ready for the 10km. The distances fabled 'Blood and Guts' hill, but it was not that bad! It was a cold, rainny and soggy day. It was Kerry's official first race and first race race with me. Our clothes got cold and wet because of the rain. We were suppose to do a 5km run, but I ended up doing more like 8km. I was on the go! Location: Bowness Park NW. Date: Sunday, August 22, 2004.
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