2006 was a very challenging year for me.  I found myself overcoming many obstacles, and dealing with more stress than I’ve ever experienced in my adult life.
But, 2006 also brought many positive things, too!  I now have an extremely rewarding job doing what I love the most, a beautiful home that I am in awe [...]

I’ve decided it’s time to dunk my baby toe into the dating pool again.
I’m going to do things a bit differently this time, and by doing so, I’m striving for different results.
First of all, my hope is to date casually for a while.  Is there such a thing as ‘monogamously casual’?  If so, that’s what I [...]

I’m in a FAN-TAS-TIC mood!  YAY!!
I haven’t been this giddy in a long time.  I’m feeling F.I.N.E., folks!
And, no, there’s no drugs involved.  It’s just a great day.  It’s about time people looked at me and said “I’ll have what she’s having!”
Here’s hoping you all are having a fantastic day, too.  If you aren’t… Comment, [...]

But, the rest of the scene was about right!  Last night, Vern and I played “LEGO Star Wars” on the X-Box: He had given me the game as part of my stocking, and we had a really great time geeking out, drinking beer, eating too much candy, and generally giving our light sabres a workout over [...]

My parents were evicted the night before Christmas Eve. With 24 hours notice.
I know. I can’t believe it either.
My parents, sixty years old, responsible, quiet, professionally employed, property owners and their sweet and quiet terrier, were evicted under the banner of “the Spirit of Love and Peace”.
The day before Christmas.
This action was taken by Brian [...]

Hi guys!  I hope you had a very, very special Christmas…
I certainly did.
This Christmas, I learned a very valuable lesson.  Love thyself, and those around you will love you even more.
I’ve had such an amazing season so far, and as I was suddenly single not long beforehand, it’s been a holiday of contrasts.  This year, I’m [...]

That was so much fun last night!  Thanks to everyone who made it by! 
I’m off to a Christmas dinner tonight, and then after, night out with with some cool chicks I met last weekend!  Should be a blast… Just as soon as I have another several cups of java!
Holy, am I tired.  That said, I [...]

Damned head cold!  I’m suffering today… But, not to worry, tomorrow I’m going to load up on Dayquil and fly through the day, just in time for the “Tanya’s Crazy Christmas Shindig” tomorrow night!  Woohoo!
Here’s something terribly funny to share with you all:

What’s everyone looking forward to, this weekend!?  Me?  An extremely fun night at [...]

The votes are in golden compass the dvdrip , and because Donna pulled through just before midnight with more votes for her crazy dating story, she won!
But, because Lara had more votes combined between all her stories, she won too!
So congratulations, chicks!  You’ll be receiving a gift set from Body Shop each!  Enjoy!!
 

Guess what!  I officially have a roommate!
Everyone say hello to Tyler!  (Well, say hello to him when you see him, anyhow!)  I’ve known Tyler for a couple of years now — We met through the rowing club and mutual friends — thanks Lara!!  And, although we haven’t spent a ton of time socializing together, every [...]

Got some great dating stories to vote on!  Click here to open the comments in a new window, and then vote on your favourite story!
There’s a very cool gift up for grabs!  I’ll be closing the voting on Wednesday at midnight!
CLICK HERE FOR THE POLL
It’ll open in a separate window… It seems to be breaking [...]

This is, by far, the silliest thing I’ve seen in a very, very long time!
Click here for what I’m talking about.  Don’t worry, it’s work-safe.
Some people have FAR too much time on their hands!
So, what are you looking forward to, this weekend?  Me?  I’ve got a wedding, a Christmas party, another Christmas party, and a [...]

Okay, I have a nifty Christmas gift (not re-gifted, or anything!) that I’ll send out to the best (weirdest, funniest, silliest) dating story someone leaves in my comments.
*   I’ll be completely impartial, and put a voting mechanism on this site to ensure everyone gets a crack at winning!
** Contest closes for voting on Friday, December 15th [...]

“When one door closes, another door opens.”
I have come to realize over the past two weeks (give or take a day) that I can’t have closure if I keep looking back.  Yes, I need to learn from my experiences, and trust me, these recent lessons won’t fade.  But, I can only move ahead with my future [...]

It’s back!
What are your two favourite things about the holiday season?
Me first:

– I absolutely love Christmas morning… Those that have spent it with me in the past will attest to the fact that I literally jump up and down on the bed very early that morning, squealing with glee.  It’s not about the presents for [...]