Why not embrace it?

So I don't really know who reads this, but regardless, this is an affirmation for myself anyway. I've been rather philosophical lately, pondering directions to go in, meanings, goals, why we do what we do. I suppose this happens to people throughout life, as situations change, people change and the world changes. I've been rather meloncholoy, but as of today it's time for a change. Starting a new job on monday, a real one, and I really shouldn't be scared of it. Maybe as Chris said, it's such a beautiful place here that I should have taken longer to do my degree. But I do get to stay here, and while I will no longer have free time, perhaps it's time to enter the real world for a while.
This weekend was productive in a way that I wouldn't have viewed it as before. Made dinner on friday, and simply called up a friend and invited him over. Usually, plans need to be made, and in groups, but people need to talk to eachother more, so I said what the hell and called anyway. Twas a big step for me, and turned out to be a great evening.
Also, it took me a long time today, but I learned how to knit! Bought the wool and needles and sat down with trusty google. Sure, someone could have taught me a lot quicker, but there's a sense of accomplishment to figuring out something yourself. So I'm making a ribbed scarf, in a slightly complex pattern. Will be warm and snuggly for winter.
So while people around me are having babies, buying houses and getting married, I'm slowly and reluctantly forcing myself into the real world. It's a normal thing, I know, but it seems daunting.
But enough of that. As long as there's enough time to still go rock climbing and camping, I vow to be happy. Take that world.

why we do what we do

This is why we work, submit ourselves to less desirable things, endlessely pursue one goal after another....to live life for all its worth.

seasons

Looks like the first signs of fall and Victorian winters are upon us

west coast life

Having been to Alberta and back in the last week, and finally being back on the west coast after 2 months away, there are a few things that I now recognize as distinctly west coast BC.

- I hate Alberta drivers. You don't need to go really fast on the straight roads, then slow down to 40 for a corner.....lets try a constant speed people.
- Coffee shops are the salvation of life. A good coffee (latte, mocha, real hot chocolate made with chocolate) and a muffin made that morning...there's nothing better and there is no commercial substitute (contrary to the timmy's, starbucks, corporate nations of most towns outside of the lower mainland).
- Sushi, both made and supplies for, should be readily available. And if you want to fit in, make sure you know how to use chopsticks.
-Food is entertainment, not something merrily to sustain life. All food should be flavourful, variable and healthy. Resturants that serve anything less are to be avoided at all costs.

bc and the arctic

While I do miss the tundra, the west coast does have it's advantages. Though the amount of daylight isn't nearly enough