Music galore

One thing I hate about winter is if I leave work even a tad bit late, it's dark out.  It's so depressing.  The other day I wasn't looking forward to going home cause it was dark.  When I got outside I realized how wrong I was.  The city looks so pretty!  There are even some lights up on some trees still.  I love it! 

The other night on my way home, I faintly heard music.  I had no idea where it was coming from.  As it got louder I only grew more curious.  I discovered the music was coming from the little park I like to cross through on my way home.  I was extremely surprised to discover there was a marching band, battle of the bands!  They had girls spinning flags in the air, and fun marching band music.  Sooo amusing.  They were in town for the football game the following day.  I could even hear them when I opened up my window that next morning. 

On Wednesday I got to see my high school friend play in a concert at the Four Seasons Centre of Performing Arts.  It was sooo amazing.  It was a drumming ensemble that combined traditional Japanese rhythms with Western influences.  I loved it.  The movements were very dramatic and as important as the actual drumming. It was as fun to watch as it was to listen to.

Next week I'm going to the Symphony to hear some Mozart.  I've never been so I'm very excited.

I miss playing music some days.  Like today. 

Old Folks Convention at the Rogers Centre

Today I took a vacation day cause I realized not going into work sometimes is very nice.  It was a beautiful day out.   Very sunny and warm.  I went to the mall to do my Christmas shopping.  I went in the morning so it wasn't busy which made things less annoying.  I had lots of great luck and found some great stuff.  I haven't had a lot of luck shopping lately so it was a great change.  I couldn't believe it only took 2 hours including walking time! 

When I got back from shopping I watched a bunch of episodes of an amusing new tv show.  Then I did a bit more shopping and had some supper.  Great day... great day indeed!

Word of the day: Whilst

It's nice to have people at work look out for you.  Like when there's free chocolate in the kitchen when you're not around, they grab one for you and put it in your drawer. 

7 days

7 work days until Christmas vacation and counting!

Fresh laundry equivalent at work

Brrrrr i'm cold.  It's been cold at the office lately.  Are they trying to save money by lack of heat?  I guess it's okay if you're wearing a suit with a sweater underneath, but since we've moved to "smart business casual" there's no need for lots of layers anymore.

 

Today I discovered the 'laundry out of the dryer' equivalent at work: paper right out of the printer!  Soooo warm.  It warmed up my arms today for a bit.  It's not quite the same though.  No fresh smell and not as cozy.  It still amused me.  I feel like printing more, but instead I'll go home.  Yay weekend!