Done!
What's left (in the next 3 weeks):
Leadership Literature Review (due Nov 29)
Integration Post-Analysis of Aquatic Championships Research Analysis
Integration Post-Analysis of Aquatic Championships Report
Integration Post-Analysis of Aquatic Championships Presentation
Leadership Final Exam (on Dec. 6)
Internship Final Report! (due Dec. 14)
Then I am done my Master's....what's next...who knows?
Monday, November 21, 2005
Wednesday, October 19, 2005
Still raining :(
It is still raining outside, and it feels like the city is in mourning. The saying, "When it rains, it pours" is really true. C-Po (known outside ultimate circles as Chris Powell), passed away on Saturday morning in Montreal while attending Canadian Ultimate University Nationals (CUUC). We still do not know all the details, but what I do know is that there is a big hole in our community right now.
Although I never did have the opportunity to play on his team, but I did play against him and BigFish (the other OCUA coed team) on numerous occasions. He was an intense player on the field, but he was always friendly an approchable when he came off the field.
John Tajima really did a great job capturing C-Po playing the sport that he loved in this picture. Chris will definitely be missed by all of us.
In other news, I am still super busy. Between school and working Alcatel, I have definitely been keeping out of trouble. I think that I handed in a few major papers in the past month, so that's good. I have about 4 major projects/papers left plus one final exam, and then I am done. Geoff and I went to NYC over thanksgiving for Allan and Betty's wedding, but I will write more about that another time. The other big news is that I am moving home for the time being. Carol needs to move to her parents' house as they are moving to Edmonton and she needs to take care of the house. As I will not have a job in January, I can't really afford to stay in the apartment myself, nor does it make sense to get a new apartment when I'm not sure what will be happening next year life-wise. Moving home will be a big change, but as I learned over the past month, family is special and you really have to cherish the time that you are able to spend with the people you love. Damian is also moving home in January, so it will be a big change living with the whole family, but it will definitely be a good time.
Although I never did have the opportunity to play on his team, but I did play against him and BigFish (the other OCUA coed team) on numerous occasions. He was an intense player on the field, but he was always friendly an approchable when he came off the field.
John Tajima really did a great job capturing C-Po playing the sport that he loved in this picture. Chris will definitely be missed by all of us.
In other news, I am still super busy. Between school and working Alcatel, I have definitely been keeping out of trouble. I think that I handed in a few major papers in the past month, so that's good. I have about 4 major projects/papers left plus one final exam, and then I am done. Geoff and I went to NYC over thanksgiving for Allan and Betty's wedding, but I will write more about that another time. The other big news is that I am moving home for the time being. Carol needs to move to her parents' house as they are moving to Edmonton and she needs to take care of the house. As I will not have a job in January, I can't really afford to stay in the apartment myself, nor does it make sense to get a new apartment when I'm not sure what will be happening next year life-wise. Moving home will be a big change, but as I learned over the past month, family is special and you really have to cherish the time that you are able to spend with the people you love. Damian is also moving home in January, so it will be a big change living with the whole family, but it will definitely be a good time.
Sunday, September 25, 2005
Cloudy Patches, with a bit of Sunshine peaking through
This past week-end has been a mixture of sadness and happiness.
Last Friday, I attended the funeral of Douglas Brash, who was the father of my friend Jason. Mr. Brash passed away at the age of 54 from pancreatic cancer, which I learned has the highest fatality rate of the different kinds of cancers. It was an emotionally draining day as I don't think that I have ever seen Jason so sad.
I had to change my mood on Saturday because I was co-hosting a baby shower for Lisa, my old roomate. Lisa and Stephan are expecting a baby boy in December, so Amy and I threw a baby shower for her. This was an atmosphere of real joy because we were getting Lisa and Steph ready to receive a new life into the world.
I guess it is a part of the circle of life: death, birth, and of course life. Life is definitely something that should be cherished. As I am growing older, I think that I'm growing wiser, and beginning to cherish the little things. I do have to stop procrastinating though, and living in the now, because you never know what is going to happen next.
Last Friday, I attended the funeral of Douglas Brash, who was the father of my friend Jason. Mr. Brash passed away at the age of 54 from pancreatic cancer, which I learned has the highest fatality rate of the different kinds of cancers. It was an emotionally draining day as I don't think that I have ever seen Jason so sad.
I had to change my mood on Saturday because I was co-hosting a baby shower for Lisa, my old roomate. Lisa and Stephan are expecting a baby boy in December, so Amy and I threw a baby shower for her. This was an atmosphere of real joy because we were getting Lisa and Steph ready to receive a new life into the world.
I guess it is a part of the circle of life: death, birth, and of course life. Life is definitely something that should be cherished. As I am growing older, I think that I'm growing wiser, and beginning to cherish the little things. I do have to stop procrastinating though, and living in the now, because you never know what is going to happen next.
Monday, September 19, 2005
Disappointed...yes and no
So seVen failed to qualify for UPA North-east Regionals this past weekend in Albany, NY at the Upstate NY Sectionals. We played four games and had a 2-2 record. We beat LLUA and Columbus Sailed the Ocean Blue (aka SCAM from SUNY Albany + some girls) in the first two games, and then lost to Vitamin I (they have definitely improved over the past few years) and Bombing Madd Fatties.
I am definitely disappointed that we failed to qualify, but at the same time I am a little bit relieved. I think that this semester is going to be very tough at school, and without any ultimate to organize and play, I will be able to concentrate on my studies to finish up my degree. Although I am only taking three courses, they all seem to be a lot more work than my previous courses. And on top of everything, I am also working at Alcatel three days a week, and TAing a course on Posture, Movement and Injury Prevention, so that keeps me quite busy.
As well, I will be able to attend my friend Allan's wedding to his fiance Betty in New York City. I have known Allan since I attended Shad Valley Calgary in 1994. Geofford has never been to NYC before, so it should be fun exploring the city with him.
I am definitely disappointed that we failed to qualify, but at the same time I am a little bit relieved. I think that this semester is going to be very tough at school, and without any ultimate to organize and play, I will be able to concentrate on my studies to finish up my degree. Although I am only taking three courses, they all seem to be a lot more work than my previous courses. And on top of everything, I am also working at Alcatel three days a week, and TAing a course on Posture, Movement and Injury Prevention, so that keeps me quite busy.
As well, I will be able to attend my friend Allan's wedding to his fiance Betty in New York City. I have known Allan since I attended Shad Valley Calgary in 1994. Geofford has never been to NYC before, so it should be fun exploring the city with him.
Monday, September 12, 2005
Back to school
I have started school again. I am in my final semester of my Master's. Although I am only taking three courses, the work load is going to be super heavy. Ah well, hopefully I can handle it between working at Alcatel and playing ultimate. I am trying to keep ultimate to a minimum so that I can focus on school, but it is always hard because I love playing.
seVen went to Chez Memphre in Sherbrooke this past weekend and we placed 4th out of 24 teams. It was pretty exciting, although we lost the bronze medal game 7-6 after taking the half 6-1. oh well...we did beat 80's all-stars on Saturday, and we beat John McEnroe and friends on Sunday after losing to them on Saturday, so that was pretty good. The party on Saturday night was also quite fun.
seVen went to Chez Memphre in Sherbrooke this past weekend and we placed 4th out of 24 teams. It was pretty exciting, although we lost the bronze medal game 7-6 after taking the half 6-1. oh well...we did beat 80's all-stars on Saturday, and we beat John McEnroe and friends on Sunday after losing to them on Saturday, so that was pretty good. The party on Saturday night was also quite fun.
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