Archive for June, 2006

Geocache this…

June 29, 2006

IMGP0610.JPG by ‘Scratch’. So – I’ve entered the realm of those who need real beatings in the world of geocaching. My latest cache is tiny, difficult to locate, heartless and cruel. I’m so pleased. Find it if you dare!

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Maya Watch: Day 03

June 28, 2006

Clicky for Peetchur by ‘Scratch’. As you probably know, we have 2 dogs: Maya, the “puppy”, and Cordelia, the “senior” (well, 4 years old). When we first got Maya, we tried the same routine as Cordie, by letting her go about the house freely while we were at work. This was not too successful. Among [...]

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But… I’m Pregnant…. [blink blink]

June 22, 2006

FOOOOT Originally uploaded by ‘Scratch’. Greg got kicked in the head last night. Probably the first of many, I’m sure. The kick was from the baby, of course, not from me. He gets stronger every day, and it’s kind of fun watching my belly do contortions on its own. I told Greg that now I’m [...]

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Stanley Cup Final – Game 7

June 19, 2006

booya Originally uploaded by ‘Scratch’. Can the Oil pull out all the stops and recapture the Stanley Cup for Canada – where it belongs? NHL.COM readers think so. I just know my Jersey is on – the beer is cold and the TV is already tuned to CBC. Bring it on Canes. No matter what [...]

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Cholesterol, Fat, Sodium, and Barbeque sauce.

June 15, 2006

IMGP0540 Originally uploaded by ‘Scratch’. The title really says it all. Peter’s Drive-in in Calgary. They only do Burgers, Dogs, Fries, Rings, Milkshakes and Softserve. When you can focus on just one thing – you tend to be good at it. And Peter’s has been focused for a long time. It’s both terrible and fantastic. [...]

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Oh no… it’s happening again

June 8, 2006

Microsoft has announced it’s “NEW” operating system “Vista” – and without a doubt it will revolutionize more than our desktops. Again – there are hardware changes afoot, and horsepower requirements will again drive hardware purchases. That revolution will most certainly occur at an accounting level. Additional resource costs, resourcing costs, and maintenance costs abound and [...]

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