Monthly Archives: April 2007

A Day in the Life

Posted on April 17, 2007 by

People sometimes ask me what my job consists of. Well, yesterday was an example of a difficult day. Here’s how it went… 06:45  Music Director calls from New York to update on travel problems due to huge storm (500 flights … Continue reading →

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The Wannabe Gourmet

Posted on April 10, 2007 by

I am a wannabe foodie. I like reading about cooking – I just finished Anthony Bourdain’s Kitchen Confidential and A Cook’s Tour and started daydreaming about enrolling at the Cordon Bleu school. On Sunday mornings, I begin with the weekly … Continue reading →

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Survival Weekend

Posted on April 9, 2007 by

There are weekends when I think I have this parenting thing down. The early mornings don’t bother me, I deal effortlessly with minor crises, negotiate peace treaties between the two boys, and generally feel like I am completely in control. … Continue reading →

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Ugh

Posted on April 3, 2007 by

Pussycat Dolls: Search for the Next Doll – worst show ever. It is a damning indictment of our society that millions of dollars are spent producing crap like this. I’m embarrassed that I even know this show exists. Shame, shame, … Continue reading →

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We’re Number 1(8)!

Posted on April 3, 2007 by

Mercer Human Resource Consulting recently evaluated 215 world cities in their annual Quality of Living survey, and Ottawa placed 18th overall (3rd among North American cities). Actually, we tied for 18th with Luxembourg. I’ve always said it’s uncanny how much … Continue reading →

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