A wee bit of BS

Today I am extremely frustrated living where I live. I will vent and be fine tomorrow. There are so many things I love about the West End. I even love my little third floor flat (most days). But I was so frustrated coming home tonight and having no where to park. I usually park behind the church next door. But the snow has not been shovelled there so cars parked in ways that took up more room than usual. I came home thinking I want a home of my own. I would love to own a house. Yet a part of me would not want to live alone in a house. I feel safe and secure in my flat. Nothing ever happens in my building (that puts me in danger). I'm now on the top floor so I hardly hear anything else going on. Yet there is something about having a space of my own that is tranquil and solely mine I like the idea of. However, I do not want all the responsibilities of a house at the moment. I always remember that and then put the idea on a shelf somewhere. I'll wait and find a nice man with a hou...

So Christmas is done. The fact I celebrated with family last weekend gave me a whole day off and complete peace and quiet. It was great! I am wonderfully refreshed and have enjoyed another day of quiet. Well I went to a friend's for breakfast this morning and we had fun working on a crazy hard puzzle for a while afterwards. But thinking back on yesterday I have to say it was nice to be home alone. Maybe some think that sounds sad. For the introvert in me it was great. I remember being alone in Ireland on Christmas and that was hard. I was very sad to wake up with nothing that proclaimed it was Christmas. Thankfully, those days are behind me. Now I have a great life, my family is doing really well and I am very content. So this made for a perfect Christmas. If only I had been able to finish my homework.

I had a hard time concentrating at work today. I also had a couple of overtime hours from last week so I left early and took the bus to Polo Park. I feel free to admit I like taking the bus. I have a car. I love my car. I just like to take the stress out of driving and take the bus. Yes, it is also better for the environment. People still think I'm mad taking the bus though. I had Christmas with family last Saturday so come Friday I will have a day free to do whatever I like. In my case, it will be homework, whether I like it or not. However, I'm excited about having a day where nothing else will take my time. No one will be phoning. No one will be wanting me to do something with or for them. I can sit in pyjamas and read as well as bake. Shopping when Christmas is done before Christmas arrives is odd. It was relaxing and enjoyable. The sales were ok. I was there looking for a dress. I didn't find one but I did find a lovely wrap type cardigan thing that will look lovely wi...

I am feeling very accomplished at the moment. I had a productive day at the Cafe, went to renew my membership at the U of W to use their track and bought some groceries at Safeway. And I'm still home with lots of time to do homework! I also don't feel a need for a nap. The membership at the U of W is cheap because I live in the Spence Neighbourhood. It is only $90 from January-August. I can walk there and it is cheaper than running at Pan Am. That is good as I need to start training for the WPS Half Marathon in May. As I was walking there, and home again, I was thinking about how much I love my area. I passed a few people I know who live around here and I was able to wish them a Merry Christmas. Maybe that seems small to some people but to me it says community. It also made me think about a job offer I received recently and was prompted to consider again today. It would take me to a different area but pay considerably more. It would be a great job in a lot of ways. I think the ...

Today is the shortest day of the year. Yay! It is all improving from here. It is also my special friend Solomon's birthday. He is now 6. I was able to invite myself over there this evening and had a great time, as usual, with all four boys. They are some of my favourite little people. I was so happy to have so much time with them. I learn a lot from my relationships with all little people. But I have learned a lot from these four inparticular. I have learned unconditional love. I know the joy of being the one they choose to read them the bedtime story. I feel overwhelming delight when I am the one they want to sit with or hold hands when walking along. I love little people. Then I come home and see how some little people here are out late, only fed one meal a day, not being taught in school (because they are not in school or the teacher is overwhelmed). Yet I love these ones just as much. Some days I wish I had little people of my own. Then I think it is good that I ...

Well here is my first blog post. I thought the title 'B S' is great considering those are my initials. No hidden meaning there either. I have no idea how often I will post on here but I hope those who read it enjoy. My life is certainly never dull. The potential for great conversation is immense. I also hope to inspire and encourage others through this... Thanks for joining me!