Movies! In progress...

18. Watch 25 movies I have never seen before


1) In The Loop
Political staffers. In England. Who could ask for more?
2) The Young Victoria
I know. More Britishness. But hey- it's my list! Long live this theme!
3) Friends With Kids
Slightly depressing. And by slightly, I mean this movie is pretty effective birth control.
4) The Change-Up
I was torn between being very amused and very offended. In fact, I am still torn.

La belle province

6. Visit Québec City- Easter weekend

I have very been super negligent with posting my progress, but some has been made. D and I enjoyed a completely wonderful weekend in Québec City over Easter weekend. Despite terrible weather, it was a weekend of snoozing, eating, and a newfound appreciation of stone masonry (for D).


I still can't believe such old world, European awesomeness is only a four hour train ride away from real life. Strolling cobblestone streets and navigating through centuries old buildings is a delight usual only rewarded after a transatlantic flight and several thousands of dollars spent. Being no great fan of Montréal (I know, I know) I tried to go in with a completely open mind to QC. My expectations were handily surpassed. And then some.

Our view from afternoon drinks in our hotel...

... which was a castle. As seen here from the Citadel

Aside from the history and the architecture, there was some serious eating to be done. In keeping with regional delights, I indulged in steak frites, french onion soup, crèpes, and macaroons (eaten in bed, like I am Marie freakin Antoinette)

All day long I dream about steak frites

The definition of "spoiled"

After a particularly rough stretch at work, this holiday was so appreciated. I couldn't have asked for a
more relaxing, interesting, and delicious weekend with my lovely D.

À bientôt!

Partying like a (Canadian) rockstar!

13. Attend an awards show


On April 1st, 2012, I was able to cross off my first list item when I went to the Juno Awards! It's also very fitting that I went with Lindsay. After all, this whole list was inspired by her "30 Things To Do While I'm 30" adventure last year. Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery :) 

Pumped!

Not every single item on my list is something I have never done before, and attending the Juno Awards is one of them. I went in Edmonton in 2004. However, there are some considerable differences between the two events. Firstly, I didn't get to drink beer the first time (thanks again to Lindsay for my ridiculously overpriced Heineken tallboy!!) Secondly, this Juno Awards was extra special, because it included the induction of Blue Rodeo in the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. 

Jim Cuddy, how much I love you...

Not remembering much from 2004, I think I was expecting something a lot more... Canadian. No muss, no fuss, no spectacle. I am happy to report that I was wrong! Gone are the days of Jann Arden and Bryan Adams. The whole thing was fiery (literally) and awesome. A good start to what will hopefully be a good list!!

Dallas Green

Deadmau5

Mau5 ears!

The List!

1. Finish my Masters Degree
2. Try 25 new recipes
3. Move into our new house- May 11
4. Do a project on the house
5. Be a bridesmaid- Alina & Marcel, August 4
6. Visit Québec City- Easter weekend
7. Try 5 new physical activities
8. Learn to like seafood, specifically scallops and shrimp
9. Go to Buffalo and eat Buffalo wings
10. Grow my nails long enough to have a French manicure
11. Start, and finish, the 1300 page biography of the Queen Mother
12. Volunteer at the Ottawa Humane Society
13. Attend an awards show- Junos, April 1
14. Knit a pair of mittens
15. Go fishing
16. Visit Washington DC
17. Learn to start a campfire with only one match
18. Watch 25 movies I have never seen before
19. Learn to BBQ
20. Buy a piece of old furniture and refinish it
21. Start a garden in the yard
22. Overcome my fear of swimming in lakes
23. Get a bicycle
24. Learn how to sew something
25. Discretionary free spot in case something REALLY cool comes up