Monday, January 11, 2010

A new year and some new projects

Happy new year!

I hope you're all enjoying 2010. Personally I'm just glad to be alive to experience another year. I had a big scare over the holiday season. Some unexpected health problems. Everything is okay now. I have recovered quite well. Just a few more appointments and everything should be sorted to prevent this kind of thing in the future.

This year I've decided to get things done. You get so much satisfaction by finishing what you start. It's definitely a change worth make. Speaking of change. I also have a couple of routine changes that I'm going to make. I'm wondering if it'll improve my quality of life.

Here are a few projects I'll be working on this year.


Project List


1. 365 Photo Project : Take at least one picture everyday of the year and upload it.

2. Get more sleep : Personally I would normally get about 5 to 6 hours of sleep a night. I'm going to try and increase that to at least 7 hours if not 8 hours of sleep a night.

3. Wake up and leave for work early : If you know me at all then you'll know this change is a hard one for me. Normally I work from 10am to 6pm. Not because those are regular work hours for my company but because I like to sleep-in. Time to make an effort to wake up at 6:00am and get to work by 8am.

4. Go the gym : Starting on Friday I will be going to the gym at least twice a week. I could use a lot more exercise in my life. Hopefully paying for and going to the gym will help to encourage that. It's a good thing I have a support system. My friend is joining with me.

5. Find and work more contracts : I do web design and web development side project as well as working my regular job. One day I might end up working for myself if I can find enough constant work to sustain myself for two years.

6. Finish outstanding web projects : There are a few personal web design and development projects that have been left half finish. It's no ones fault but my own to finish them. Time to flex those organization skills and work through the grind.

7. Finish outstanding home projects : My offline work is just as important as my online work. Again my time management and organization skills will be put to the test.

That's it. So far I've been able to make the change I need to be success with my new routine and I wish I can stick with them for the rest of the year.

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Tuesday, December 01, 2009

Christmas Cards 2009

This is my 3rd year sending out Christmas and Holiday cards. It seems like every year the list grows by three or four new people. This makes me happy.

I'm not quite sure why. Maybe because it's a reminder that there are people that I can truly call friends and I know I'll be in their thoughts over the holidays. Maybe it's because in my mind sending out these cards is a way of send out wishes of happiness and joy to family and friends.

Regardless of all that, sending out Christmas and Holiday cards has become a tradition that I have start to look forward to and enjoy.

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Saturday, November 21, 2009

2009 technology holiday wish list

Every technology enthusiast has a wish list of technologies they would like. Here are a few items that are on my wish list this holiday season.

There's more to come. Enjoy and good luck with your holiday shopping.

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Monday, October 19, 2009

Book wish list for October 2009

More books to add to your wish list. Both of these titles look like great read.

The Forever War by Joe Halderman
http://www.amazon.com/Forever-War-Joe-Haldeman/dp/0380708213

The Post American World by Fareed Zakaria
http://www.amazon.ca/Post-American-World-Fareed-Zakaria/dp/0393334805

How many books have you read this year?

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Monday, October 05, 2009

Ban On Hand Held Devices in Ontario

Ban On Hand-Held Devices Starts In October

http://www.news.ontario.ca/mto/en/2009/09/ban-on-hand-held-devices-starts-in-october.html

"Under Ontario's new law, fines of up to $500 can be levied against distracted drivers who text, type, email, dial, or chat using a prohibited hand-held device."

Time to invest in a hands-free solution for your hand-held device.

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Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Trailer Park Boys: Countdown to Liquor Day



September 25, 2009 is going to be a fantastic day. Why? Because everyone will have a chance to experience this great movie. I'm sure many of you out there will have mixed feelings about the Trailer Park Boys.

Personally I am a fan. Many colourful characters. Interesting plot ideas, even if they are a little far fetched at times. The flaws in each characters allows everyone to related to these guys. It's hard not to like them. Go out and enjoy a great Canadian movie even if it's a little reckless.

http://www.trailerparkboysmovie.com/

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Friday, September 18, 2009

DO SCHOOLS KILL CREATIVITY?

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Thursday, September 17, 2009

A little drum and bass to make the world go around

Here are a few tracks that I've been listening to lately.

Logistics - Eastern Promise



Zarif & Danny Byrd - California (Club Mix)



Logistics - City Life



Netsky - Starlight



Mutt - Feelings 4 U



High Contrast - Kiss Kiss Bang BanG



This last track is quite a trip. The mix between 1940 / 1950 jazz vocals, slipper baseline and well timed breakdowns add a new dynamic to this ground breaking work.

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Saturday, August 22, 2009

it's that kind of morning...

Monday, August 17, 2009

DIY Project : Inverted Bookshelf

Instructables had an really interesting idea. The Inverted Bookshelf. How is your chance make your own inverted bookshelf!

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