I took a vacation over Christmas to Costa Rica with Gap Adventures (code CRA) so here is my packing list, including some much needed info about Rara Avis.

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Here’s my itinerary, mostly for me, maybe for you.

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I was the last to speak at my step mom’s funeral, this was my tribute.

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My “local mom”, Golda Elliott passed away a few days ago. Here is her obituary.

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Valentines day is a fake holiday invented by DeBeers (aka The Devil). Don’t believe me? Read Have You Ever Tried to Sell a Diamond? and then The New Diamond Age.

I’m home from my trip. I have lots of work to do regarding sorting my pics, picking some good ones and posting them here, plus do a write up and my packing list.
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Without any warning Ditech decided to close up shop in Calgary so I was laid off on Sept 25th. I guess I might as well leverage this little website as best as I can by linking to my resume.
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I bought a new house!

Espresso

I call it Espresso! Not really.

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Here’s my condo to contrast with my house.

My condo is officially sold as of April 11, 2007. Sweet.

living room from dining room

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Just when I think I’m starting to understand them, nope, I sure don’t.