Monthly Archives: July 2002

A message from my coffee break

It’s mid-morning, the vending machine coffee is stale, and the omnipresent shush of the air conditioning valiantly struggles to keep the fresh air out. Under these conditions, I’m proving my true geek-ness. I’m spending my coffee break reading up on … Continue reading

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Joe and Barbie in the 21st century

Admit it. You’ve been to a Toys ‘R’ Us when you weren’t shopping for a kid, haven’t you? If you haven’t, I think you’re really missing out. Even if you don’t buy, go have a look. Toy technology has advanced … Continue reading

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oh boy oh boy oh boy oh boy

I am such a geek. I’m geeking out like I’ve never geeked before. I have a digital camera. Ok, what I really wanted was one of those funky cell phones that take pictures too. I wanted to be walking down … Continue reading

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My spider sense was tingling

Something was up. Something terrible. I’m always on the lookout for conspiracies… we all should be, but as you probably know, THEY would rather have you sit placidly in your stall like penned calves whose only job is to get … Continue reading

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Just give me the whole damn raw fish!

I’m certain that Vancouver is obsessed with sushi. In the West End alone, there must be a couple dozen sushi places, ranging from high-priced Japanese restaurants to tiny hole-in-the-wall takeouts. And the variety is stunning too: rolls with tuna, salmon … Continue reading

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Freefall anyone?

Where’s their sense of adventure? Where’s their sense of excitement? Where’s their company spirit? Why won’t anyone jump from an airplane with me? Two weeks ago, I tried to organize a little skydiving trip with my fellow team members in … Continue reading

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And now…

My hours of struggling have paid off. The site is finally ready for my first blog entry. What to write? Hmm. To be frank (“hello Frank”), I’m a little foggy on that. All I know is that I want a … Continue reading

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