It's been so long since I've blogged! So much has been going on, I probably won't even remember all of it.
Currently, I'm hanging out at home after an excellent Christmas. Last year wasn't so great so I was a little concerned about this year's. I headed to Goderich on Christmas Eve to be with my Grandma. The drive up was really good due to the rain: the back roads were clear! Unfortunately, once getting to Goderich I ended up driving all over town trying to locate some Eggnog. I finally bought the last two cartons at the fifth store. Christmas Eve was spent with friends and family and way too much food. Another crazy Christmas morning at Grandma's, Karen was given a guitar and she was so excited! In the afternoon I hooked up my wii and Grandma and I played some bowling and golf. Dinner was spent at my Aunt Judy's and dinner was excellent. I spent most of the evening playing with the dog (it really made me want a dog, but I don't think the cats would let me do that).
After Christmas Sharon came to visit and we had a night of Wii fun. We were totally addicted to Dancing with the Stars. Unfortunately, the next day I woke up with a wicked headache. I thought it was from the beer and the wii. It was not. I've been sick since then, so just about two weeks now. I've never been sick for this long and I hate it. After a week I decided to go to the doctor and he believes I have bronchitis. Blech! The antibiotics make me nauseous and give me a metallic taste all day and night. I also have $70 cough medicine (and no I don't have benefits). It has codeine in it and I had forgotten that codeine and I don't get along. I actually don't sleep well on anything that is supposed to help you sleep. I've only been able to sleep for two hours at a time for the past two weeks (so lots of naps) and crazy-ass dreams. I'm looking forward to getting over this!
Showing posts with label Goderich. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Goderich. Show all posts
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Monday, July 21, 2008
Dancing in the Rain and Mud
This past weekend my friend Julia and I headed to my hometown of Goderich for the annual Beer Tent. Julia had never been to Goderich before, but she is also from a small town and was keen to check it out. We arrived around 11:30am Saturday morning, made some lunch and then hit the pool. It was an absolutely gorgeous afternoon and I was so happy to be in the pool.
We had been told to get to the beer tent early to avoid the lineups. I haven't been in years, but do remember being stuck in those lineups and wanted to avoid that at all costs. But, we ended up being there too early. When we got there it was only us and a couple of other people. But, we chatted and had a couple of beers so it was not a problem. But, as the lineups started and the place started to fill in, we felt a little out of place. People kept staring at us and avoiding sitting at our table (I've been away from home for awhile, and most of the people I know went on Friday night). Finally this group sat with us and we chatted with them for a bit. The rest of the night is kind of crazy.
The dancing started before the rain and I was super happy to get up and dance on the grass. Then the rain started and that was awesome. I love being out in the rain. But, I kind of wish I hadn't of decided to wear white shorts :) Julia had to keep me from dancing on the wet picnic tables!
Around midnight we were done (an afternoon of drinking in the sun will do that). We walked home in the rain (a couple of other souls were also leaving at that time). I had to strip out of my wet clothes in the garage and grab a pool towel so that I didn't drip water all over the house!
Both of us woke up with hangovers the next morning and just lounged around watching a movie with Grandma until we felt we were well enough to get in the car. But, all in all a fun time was had.
We had been told to get to the beer tent early to avoid the lineups. I haven't been in years, but do remember being stuck in those lineups and wanted to avoid that at all costs. But, we ended up being there too early. When we got there it was only us and a couple of other people. But, we chatted and had a couple of beers so it was not a problem. But, as the lineups started and the place started to fill in, we felt a little out of place. People kept staring at us and avoiding sitting at our table (I've been away from home for awhile, and most of the people I know went on Friday night). Finally this group sat with us and we chatted with them for a bit. The rest of the night is kind of crazy.
The dancing started before the rain and I was super happy to get up and dance on the grass. Then the rain started and that was awesome. I love being out in the rain. But, I kind of wish I hadn't of decided to wear white shorts :) Julia had to keep me from dancing on the wet picnic tables!
Around midnight we were done (an afternoon of drinking in the sun will do that). We walked home in the rain (a couple of other souls were also leaving at that time). I had to strip out of my wet clothes in the garage and grab a pool towel so that I didn't drip water all over the house!
Both of us woke up with hangovers the next morning and just lounged around watching a movie with Grandma until we felt we were well enough to get in the car. But, all in all a fun time was had.
Friday, February 22, 2008
Goderich Native
I just had to post this because it gave me quite the chuckle this morning (thanks Dorie):
You know you are a true Goderich native when:
1. A ringer on The Square was common practice, and included a beach tour. (Mel's Note: and it always reminds me of coming home from Waterloo with Tree, she could not drop me off without doing a ringer)
2. You actually know what is referred to as 'The Square.'
3. You refer to Goderich as Gdot or Godrock and expect people to know what you're talking about. (Mel's Note: I do not do this, it is Goderich)
4. You looked forward to stag and doe 'season,' and couldn't wait till Wednesday to check 'the paper.'
5. The beer tent was the biggest event to anticipate all year long.
6. The only expansion in town you really care about is Tim Horton's. (Mel's Note: this happened after I left, and I really didn't care because I don't drink coffee)
7. You survived/experienced many a gravel run (just try to find someone from the city who knows what the hell you're talking about).
8. You waited in a beer store line up all the way to the road.
9. You don't have to show your I.D. to buy booze because you know every single person in Goderich.
10. You make a joke about the third floor and people know exactly what you mean.
11. You went to parties with ages ranging 14-25 and everyone's goal is to get the drunkest and 'more drunk than you've been ever before.'
12. You know what being 'storm-stayed' is.
13. You have experienced more than 10 'snow days' during one high school year.
14. You laughed at tourists driving the wrong way on The Square, and know where the lanes are. (Mel's Note: I once saw a transport truck do this)
15. You know what the Five Points are, and what to do.
16. Growing a mullet in high school was cool. (Mel's Note: I can't believe we thought this was cool, but I do have the pictures to prove that I thought so)
17. You know what 'combat juice' is. (Mel's Note: was I so drunk that I do not know what this is?)
18. You refer to our mall as 'the mall.'
19. You went to the the drive-in only on long weekends, but never watched one movie there.
AND LASTLY...
20. You hear the name 'Culberts' and you still instantly drool.
You know you are a true Goderich native when:
1. A ringer on The Square was common practice, and included a beach tour. (Mel's Note: and it always reminds me of coming home from Waterloo with Tree, she could not drop me off without doing a ringer)
2. You actually know what is referred to as 'The Square.'
3. You refer to Goderich as Gdot or Godrock and expect people to know what you're talking about. (Mel's Note: I do not do this, it is Goderich)
4. You looked forward to stag and doe 'season,' and couldn't wait till Wednesday to check 'the paper.'
5. The beer tent was the biggest event to anticipate all year long.
6. The only expansion in town you really care about is Tim Horton's. (Mel's Note: this happened after I left, and I really didn't care because I don't drink coffee)
7. You survived/experienced many a gravel run (just try to find someone from the city who knows what the hell you're talking about).
8. You waited in a beer store line up all the way to the road.
9. You don't have to show your I.D. to buy booze because you know every single person in Goderich.
10. You make a joke about the third floor and people know exactly what you mean.
11. You went to parties with ages ranging 14-25 and everyone's goal is to get the drunkest and 'more drunk than you've been ever before.'
12. You know what being 'storm-stayed' is.
13. You have experienced more than 10 'snow days' during one high school year.
14. You laughed at tourists driving the wrong way on The Square, and know where the lanes are. (Mel's Note: I once saw a transport truck do this)
15. You know what the Five Points are, and what to do.
16. Growing a mullet in high school was cool. (Mel's Note: I can't believe we thought this was cool, but I do have the pictures to prove that I thought so)
17. You know what 'combat juice' is. (Mel's Note: was I so drunk that I do not know what this is?)
18. You refer to our mall as 'the mall.'
19. You went to the the drive-in only on long weekends, but never watched one movie there.
AND LASTLY...
20. You hear the name 'Culberts' and you still instantly drool.
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