Oh man, the Stanley Cup Finals happening to your home team is a once in a lifetime opportunity. I had attempted to get any tickets to a game, but it was sold out within 4 minutes!
So, although we were unsuccessful in purchasing tickets, Will was determined to still be with tons of people for the games. This past Monday, he had to work at night, so he was unable to go anywhere.
But, last night, he and some friends headed to Scotiabank Place to watch the game and he was found to be one of the "rowdiest fans". As an award, he would automatically receive tickets to a Stanley Cup Final game, but first he had to compete with 2 other "rowdy" fans for a plasma TV.
He didn't end up winning the TV, but he got the tickets, and as soon as he opened them......he realized that they were for the ONE game where we wouldn't be in town. We are heading to Montréal Monday morning, and the tickets were for Home Game 2 (Monday night at 8pm). He tried to ask to see if there were any tickets for Home Game 1 (Saturday night at 8pm), but they said there was none left.
How often can you say that you got Stanley Cup Final tickets for free? And then, not be able to go. Talk about irony....
Thursday, May 31
Monday, May 28
5km
So, I made it. I actually crossed the finish line alive, and breathing.
I recently ran in the MDS Nordion Ottawa Race Weekend - but I'm not as big a trooper as others, and only ran a mere 5km with Scott.
We didn't even get to start the race until 5 minutes after it started as there were thousands of people inching their way closer to the starting line.
When we did finally get started, we had to avoid all the walkers and people with strollers that were at the beginning of the line.
I think we ended up running more than 5km if you include the distance going side to side weaving in and out between people and the bit at the start.
Overall, it was a pretty warm day. The race started at 5pm, which is when it is supposed to be cooling down, but once you got the sun reflecting off the Rideau Canal - you could feel it just getting more and more hot throughout the run.
I'm quite happy with my time. I wish I could've been quicker, but with little training, and slight asthma, that will take more time. I am anticipating to possibly walk the half-marathon next year, but who knows. Maybe it is the spirit of the weekend's run that is getting me to say this. That would be quite an accomplishment, should I complete that!
I ended up with a finishing time of 35:38.7 attempting to sprint ahead of Scott with 200m left. Unfortunately I saw him pass me right at the end so that he could have a finishing time of 35:38.4. I couldn't believe he beat me!! I really thought I had him beat! Well, there's always next year!
I recently ran in the MDS Nordion Ottawa Race Weekend - but I'm not as big a trooper as others, and only ran a mere 5km with Scott.
We didn't even get to start the race until 5 minutes after it started as there were thousands of people inching their way closer to the starting line.
When we did finally get started, we had to avoid all the walkers and people with strollers that were at the beginning of the line.
I think we ended up running more than 5km if you include the distance going side to side weaving in and out between people and the bit at the start.
Overall, it was a pretty warm day. The race started at 5pm, which is when it is supposed to be cooling down, but once you got the sun reflecting off the Rideau Canal - you could feel it just getting more and more hot throughout the run.
I'm quite happy with my time. I wish I could've been quicker, but with little training, and slight asthma, that will take more time. I am anticipating to possibly walk the half-marathon next year, but who knows. Maybe it is the spirit of the weekend's run that is getting me to say this. That would be quite an accomplishment, should I complete that!
I ended up with a finishing time of 35:38.7 attempting to sprint ahead of Scott with 200m left. Unfortunately I saw him pass me right at the end so that he could have a finishing time of 35:38.4. I couldn't believe he beat me!! I really thought I had him beat! Well, there's always next year!
Sunday, May 27
Tulip Festival
This past holiday Monday - Will & I had the privilege of having a day off together, and it was a beautiful day at that! It was the final day of the Tulip Festival, so we headed to downtown to see what was left of the gorgeous flowers!
We had headed down and to our surprise arrived to Parliament Hill just as they were doing some procession with cannons. We had just noticed several people gathered over in one area and went to see what it was, and finally after poking my head out, it was cannons - and they were very loud!! I eventually had to walk away in midst of the shots, as each one was giving me a slight jump in the heart.
We walked along behind the Parliament buildings checking out the view and just basking in the beautiful day. We headed down towards the locks where there was a boat in midst of getting through. It takes a long time to get through these, I don't know if I would have the patience for owning a boat in Ottawa.
We finally made our way to Major Hill Park where all the festival activities were taking place. We got to see wonderful large painted tulips that were so artistically decorated and we saw so many real tulips. There was also many international stations which offered so much information and food from their culture.
After checking all this out, we headed to the market and did a little bit of shopping. There is this really fascinating store on Sussex that I am absolutely in love with. And surprisingly enough, I ended up buying an umbrella from there (I was really wanting one of those umbrella's with a cane-like handle) as I was starting to need one.
We headed back towards Parliament for one last look at everything (and I was attempting to show Will that there are cats that live there) and we were totally exhausted by the time we got home, but it was such a great day!!
Wednesday, May 23
Self-Control
I have been faced with many encounters lately where I am required to use my self-control. I never actually thought I had any, so it amazes me to see how well I am using it.
For starters, I have been hesitant to start up with biting my nails again, and I know I still have one to go, but because the others have grown to an appropriate length - the habit disinterests me. It took me awhile to get to this stage - as growing up that's all I could ever remember doing.
Also, I have looked into eating healthier, and I completely cut out any sweets with the first two weeks cutting out starch (including pasta/rice/bread). This has been extremely difficult for me, but I have prevailed - and have not cheated. I can't completely say that the thought of eating anything sweet disinterests me - as that would be a lie, but I have made the proper choices with eating, as there is so much temptation around me at work, and at home (and especially when you can smell a pizza in the bus terminal). I have never given up sweets completely before, but I have found to be a lot less hungry throughout the day - so I would say that cutting that out really helps with my energy and my focus.
For starters, I have been hesitant to start up with biting my nails again, and I know I still have one to go, but because the others have grown to an appropriate length - the habit disinterests me. It took me awhile to get to this stage - as growing up that's all I could ever remember doing.
Also, I have looked into eating healthier, and I completely cut out any sweets with the first two weeks cutting out starch (including pasta/rice/bread). This has been extremely difficult for me, but I have prevailed - and have not cheated. I can't completely say that the thought of eating anything sweet disinterests me - as that would be a lie, but I have made the proper choices with eating, as there is so much temptation around me at work, and at home (and especially when you can smell a pizza in the bus terminal). I have never given up sweets completely before, but I have found to be a lot less hungry throughout the day - so I would say that cutting that out really helps with my energy and my focus.
Tuesday, May 15
Warmer Weather
With the warmer weather arriving, and everything growing again - we are being blessed with the wonderful world of construction.
I am working on a street where a new building is being built from the beginning stages, and we're at the stage where the construction crews need to use dynamite to create new holes to enforce the building.
So, every few hours we hear the sound of a loud whistle (kind of reminds me of The Flinstones) blown several times to warn of the blast, then a loud "boom", which shakes the office building like really loud thunder, and then another whistle.
It was fine the first day, but after a week of it, it's starting to give me a headache daily.
There's also road construction everywhere and the sound of dump trucks rolling down the street.
I just want to sit and enjoy the warmer weather and all it brings with the new life of spring. Being able to sit outside and read a book, and go for a run, and enjoying the scenery!
But, I guess that I will have to live with both sceneries/sounds as I don't think anything will really change in the future.
I am working on a street where a new building is being built from the beginning stages, and we're at the stage where the construction crews need to use dynamite to create new holes to enforce the building.
So, every few hours we hear the sound of a loud whistle (kind of reminds me of The Flinstones) blown several times to warn of the blast, then a loud "boom", which shakes the office building like really loud thunder, and then another whistle.
It was fine the first day, but after a week of it, it's starting to give me a headache daily.
There's also road construction everywhere and the sound of dump trucks rolling down the street.
I just want to sit and enjoy the warmer weather and all it brings with the new life of spring. Being able to sit outside and read a book, and go for a run, and enjoying the scenery!
But, I guess that I will have to live with both sceneries/sounds as I don't think anything will really change in the future.
Thursday, May 10
Hockey Pools
Well I must admit it..... I suck at hockey pools!!! All my players keep getting knocked out of the playoffs...In CBC Hockey Playoff Pool you begin by picking 10 players before the playoffs begin.
For the next round (Conference Semifinals), you're allowed to only switch 6 players
For the next round (Conference Finals), you're allowed to only switch 4 players
For the final round (Stanley Cup Finals), you're allowed to only switch 2 players
My problems began early. I had originally picked players from different teams so that I would have atleast some people left playing in the next round.
After the first round - I had 7 of the 10 players finished in the playoffs.
After the second round (after already having a player who I had to keep from the round before) - I had yet another 7 of the 10 players finished in the playoffs.
So now, I can only make 4 changes to my roster - when there's 7 of them not even playing anymore!!
I have determined that this is not a good playoff pool for me!! I wonder if I'll have any left the next round - maybe I'll just make sure I have one from each of the 4 teams left, and then I'll be sure to have players playing in the Finals!
Tuesday, May 8
Spring Weekend
This weekend was soo beautiful....
Saturday was warm but the wind had this chill about it. After doing some well-needed spring cleaning in the house and the car, we headed out downtown as Steph had an ultimate frisbee practice. We went walking about the market and Sparks Street Mall attempting to warm ourselves up. With a quick detour at Costco to get bagels, we headed home to rush ourselves some dinner as Steph & I headed off to a movie while Will stayed home to watch the hockey game. Will had seen Spiderman 3 earlier that day and said he absolutely loved it! Steph & I saw Disturbia. It was an OK movie, but it seemed to be very predictable. It's not one that I would buy.
Sunday we headed out for a run (more like a walk with gasping breaths for me) with the Running Room. Then Will & I headed to Bayshore to return some things and then we headed home, only to head out again to play frisbee. My arm is still hurting from throwing the frisbee too hard! I also have a couple of bruises on fingers while attempting to catch the frisbee. Then we came home, and had a BBQ (which is our new favourite thing) and relaxed the rest of the evening.
Overall a really good weekend, and I hope for many more (a little warmer) to come this summer. I cannot wait to head back downtown to check out the Tulip Festival.
Saturday was warm but the wind had this chill about it. After doing some well-needed spring cleaning in the house and the car, we headed out downtown as Steph had an ultimate frisbee practice. We went walking about the market and Sparks Street Mall attempting to warm ourselves up. With a quick detour at Costco to get bagels, we headed home to rush ourselves some dinner as Steph & I headed off to a movie while Will stayed home to watch the hockey game. Will had seen Spiderman 3 earlier that day and said he absolutely loved it! Steph & I saw Disturbia. It was an OK movie, but it seemed to be very predictable. It's not one that I would buy.
Sunday we headed out for a run (more like a walk with gasping breaths for me) with the Running Room. Then Will & I headed to Bayshore to return some things and then we headed home, only to head out again to play frisbee. My arm is still hurting from throwing the frisbee too hard! I also have a couple of bruises on fingers while attempting to catch the frisbee. Then we came home, and had a BBQ (which is our new favourite thing) and relaxed the rest of the evening.
Overall a really good weekend, and I hope for many more (a little warmer) to come this summer. I cannot wait to head back downtown to check out the Tulip Festival.
Wednesday, May 2
Happy Sunny Day
Happy Sunny Day to everyone!
Well, atleast if you live near me, it is a happy sunny day!
I'm so excited that temperatures have been warming up so that I can enjoy my B-B-Q and do more things outside, rather than staying in.
It is hard to tear myself away from the TV some nights, as I am addicted to some shows which are now almost finished, so I have to see what happens in the end.
I have been trying to run more - not just with the Running Room, but on my own (such self-control I have) and this way I can discover my neighbourhood, because a lot of the streets there are very confusing, and don't all lead to where I want them to.
Enjoy the day, be outside...
Happy sunny day!!
Well, atleast if you live near me, it is a happy sunny day!
I'm so excited that temperatures have been warming up so that I can enjoy my B-B-Q and do more things outside, rather than staying in.
It is hard to tear myself away from the TV some nights, as I am addicted to some shows which are now almost finished, so I have to see what happens in the end.
I have been trying to run more - not just with the Running Room, but on my own (such self-control I have) and this way I can discover my neighbourhood, because a lot of the streets there are very confusing, and don't all lead to where I want them to.
Enjoy the day, be outside...
Happy sunny day!!
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