...the rest of the adventure...

Alright folks, as promised here is installment number two of my gripping travels to and within Ontario.

Another highlight of the trip was spending a good chunk of time with my friend Lindsay. We were able to spend some quality bonding time on a Friday night (that's right, we had pillow fights in our panties...isn't that what all girls do during 'quality time?') and on Saturday we had brunch with her boyfriend. Look. Aren't they cute. I know, it's ridiculous.

After brunch, Lindsay decided to learn the ancient art of skateboarding from a cute, but potentially bad-ass kid who was hanging around the restaurant. She wants me to send her these pictures so she can put them up in her classroom...ok, Linds....whatever you want...but are you sure that's a good idea???

Lindsay drove me up to my cabin where my parents were staying for the weekend while they were at Ontario Pioneer Camp participating in their church's parish weekend. Sounds confusing doesn't it? Our cabin happens to be on the same lake as OPC so they were staying there to save some cash. Convenient...not confusing. Here are some never-before-seen pictures of the inside of my cabin...oh so cozy...notice the coordinating red accents. I appreciate good coordination.

And finally, my parents threw me a birthday party for my big 2-5. That's right. I have now ushered in a quarter of a century. My brain cells are no longer regenerating...I'm just gettin' stupider. Wicked. The party was lots of fun, and a great chance to catch up with some friends who I haven't seen for a while. I didn't manage to take as many photos as I wanted...but here are a few. Now you guys are famous. Sort of.

Look! Two Sarahs in a ROW! WOW!

Some additional honourable mentions include a visit to the booming metropolis of Almonte to visit my sister and brother in law. One day we drove all the way to Montreal and back...well, Tasha drove...I just watched. Tasha needed to get a new potential flute checked out. It was fascinating. And by fascinating I mean I had no idea what they were saying. But it was neat to get a glimpse into my sister's life. The other honourable mention was Dale's graduation from his course with the Airforce. He had the highest mark in his class. Smartie. Apparently, a man in uniform is irresistable to women. Who knew?

And that, my friends, is that! Now I'm back in Halifax...trying to write the first chapter of my thesis, an ethics proposal, and get all the details for Sierra Leone in order. Oiy.

I need to get going before I run out of brain cells...

...my life on the go...

Alright...I've finally fixed my computer which has been on the fritz ever since I tried to uninstall McAfee a few week ago. But, today I reformatted my computer ALL BY MYSELF. I know. I was also shocked. So now, friends, it's time for me to update you about my busy trip back to Ontario...sit back, it's quite the adventure!

My main motivation for trekking to Ontario was to attend the wedding of my friends Brittany Ann and John Austin. The wedding itself was loverly, the dinner intimate, and the reception a fantastic evening of fun. Below is a cornucopia of photos from the event. Delicious!




I had the chance to spend a "weekend" (it was mid-week, but when you're on vacation, what's a weekend anyway?) with my friend Titus who lives in Cobourg. Titus is a lucky, lucky man (no, not because I went to visit him) but because he is house-sitting indefinitely for a family who lives in his neighbourhood. He has access to their TWO vehicles, pays no rent, bills and only has to cover his own food and entertainment expenses. What a deal. While in Cobourg, Titus had to go to work - he works for Christian Horizons (like everyone in the area it seems...) and so I accompanied him on his weekly grocery shopping outting. We found some fascinating brands of Chinese foods...take a look! Hey man, don't think any less of me, I'm not the one who thought that "cock on a mountain" would be a good idea for the name of a company...although, I was born in the year of the Rooster (I think).
















Titus was really excited about this picture (below) because he said we'd look like we were the same height. I'm not sure why that's such a desireable thing to be, or why it's so incredible. (insert eyeroll here) He thought it was hilarious. Whatever.


And finally, some of you will know I enjoy purchasing the odd eccentric handbag or two....well, I happened to take a large, sequined, floral number to the wedding and was told by Dale that "we need to get you a smaller purse." ("Uh, whatever, it matches my dress!") Hrmph. Excuse me, but I have a smaller purse. I just choose not to carry it around with me all of the time. It's boring. In fact, when I put my tiny purse under my arm you can't even see it. It's the invisible purse. So there. Once, I was even told that my tiny purse was my "Toronto Girl" purse...so really, I guess I should carry it around with me more often. Then everyone will really be able to tell I'm from TO. Clearly.

That's all I've got time for now, but there are more exciting stories and visuals coming up soon! Look forward to: a visit to Orillia, never before seen pictures of my cabin in the woods (it's real!), and party pics. Not to mention all of the fun and unusual things I've been up to since I arrived back in Halifax last Friday night! The fun just never stops ...after all, it's my life!

And now, I'd like to leave you with just one more thought from me....


AWWW....

...home for a rest...

So I've headed back home for a friend's wedding and to spend some time with family and friends before I go galavanting across the globe. This time, instead of taking a plane, I took the train...and what a ride it was! Thanks to some helpful advice from a friend, I was well equipped with snacks and sleeping accessories, and my crafty self wasn't lacking in amusing activities either.

I had bachelorette to attend this past Saturday and I had planned to make her a scrapbook of sorts...all about sex. I meant to get it finished before I left Halifax, but of course, it being me I was running behind schedule. Therefore, I was stuck finishing the 'booty book' on the train, in random restaurants, and even on a bus. I think the train was by far the most amusing for me however...picture it now, friends. Innoncent Emily cutting and pasting inappropriate pictures and phrases into a big, black book...the best part, was that on the train I was surrounded completely by males. Seriously. There wasn't any estrogen in sight. So there I was, ripping and cutting, pasting and sticking...at one point, a guy in his 20s sitting in the seats in front of me turns around and says in a puzzled voice "what are you doing??" Of course, the guy sharing the seat to my right was probably the most entertained...I personally think the sex book was much more interesting than his book on "highly effective management techniques."

Nothing like craft time with Emily. I highly recommend it. Not only is it artsy, but educational too!

Bonus, kiddies.