Fire!

So first day back to work, rocking some great AE plaid. Breezed by so much to catch up on, and still lots to do. Came home and went for a great run, one of those runs where you just want to keep going. I should've but I did not. I just came back from traveling home for a friends wedding (I was a grooms man) It was a good time visiting friends and family. On my last night there my parents house caught fire in the kitchen. So I got to play Captain Josh again, and get people out, as I fought through the smoke, my heart racing. Wheres the fire extinguisher? I can't see, out for breath, back in where is it? Out for breath, back in, it's underneath the sink. Rip off the safety, you know what your doing, you got this. Spray, back off, the flames come again, keep spraying. It's out! You can't breath! Your dog is in your room in the basement! Get her out! Don't let her breath in! Fresh air. Go back in get your phone and call the fire department. That was my exciting last night, the fire department came and ripped out cabinets, and chopped holes in walls. But in the end the smoke cleared, and we were able to stay in the house for the night if we wanted to. So after a day of traveling, I'm back home. And thinking about the future. Whats to come, where are you going? You know the usual stuff. So back to work, back to working at getting the other company up and running. Well that's it, I didn't have a plan of what I was going to type today, and thats what came out.

hmmm

Well my life is not that interesting so I am trying to think of something while I type this. Business is expanding and there is lots of projects on the horizon so that is good. I booked my flight back to my home province today for a visit. I am excited to see my family. My truck got fixed today, which I am excited about, still have to get a tire repaired since there is a screw in it. Um I'll try to think of something to type in the near future.

I’ve come to realize that my job. . .is going to have ups & downs, good days & bad, pros & cons, but when they all balance out (as inevitably they do) i've got it pretty darn good.

I’ve come to realize that when I’m driving. . . I need music.

I’ve come to realize that I need. . .balance, and quiet time to recharge in order to achieve it.

5. I’ve come that realize that I have lost. . .very few things of real value.

I’ve come to realize that I hate it when. . .i am belittled, not taken seriously or spoken to in a condescending manner.

I’ve come to realize that if I’m drunk. . . Doesn't happen.

I’ve come to realize that money. . . is.

I’ve come to realize that certain people. . .thrive on drama and i will never be able to comprehend that.

I’ve come to realize that I’ll always. . .be a generally quiet person and that's ok.

I’ve come to realize that my sibling(s). . .lead lives that i can't possibly imagine, given the distance between us.

I’ve come to realize that my mom. . . Is the most amazing person I know.

I’ve come to realize that my cell phone. . .Does not come with me on runs.

I’ve come to realize that when I woke up this morning. . .I don't know whats coming, but I'm ready.

I’ve come to realize that last night before I went to sleep. . .i was completely content.

I’ve come to realize that right now I am thinking. . .just about this post.

I’ve come to realize that my dad. . .really does love me.

I’ve come to realize that today. . .will be what i make of it.

I’ve come to realize that tonight. . .could change at a moments notice.

I’ve come to realize that tomorrow. . .is another chance.

I’ve come to realize that I really want to. . . Row.

I’ve come to realize that life. . .is series of unexpected twists & turns but how you react to them is what matters.

I’ve realized the best music to listen to when I am upset. . .reflects my thoughts & feelings in its lyrics.

I’ve come to realize that my friends. . . are there.

I’ve come to realize that this year. . .has been full of changes and more to come.

I’ve come to realize that maybe I should. . .remember to listen carefully to my gut; it's always proved very wise.

I’ve come to realize that I love. . . hiking alone.

I’ve come to realize that I don’t understand. . . relational drama.

I’ve come to realize my past. . .only affects me if & how i allow it to.

I’ve come to realize that parties. . .are only fun if you know at least one person.

I’ve come to realize that I’m totally terrified. . .of being a disappointment to someone that i love.

I’ve come to realize that my life. . .is pretty amazing filled with more blessings than I deserve.

Canada Day

Happy Canada day! Well not too eventful, did not have to work which was nice, since I don't start work till tuesdays anyway. Woke up around 8 and went kayaking around nine, which was awesome and relaxing. Work is getting busy and hectic, talked to my boss today which is also my uncle and hopefully worked some things out of how we were talking to each other. Well less than a month and I'll be headed back to the home province. I really wanna get a border collie.

-Josh

Deer VS Dog

So it’s been awhile since I updated I’ve been working 11-12 hour days so I have been tired. My weekend starts today though, so I am looking forward to getting out and hiking, or maybe kayaking. Or both we’ll see how it goes. The weather is getting hot here. Had to slam on the brakes in town today because a deer was chasing a dog through town. The dog looked pretty sketched out, but then again so would I if a deer was chasing me. Had our first farmers market today and our booth sold out and got a lot of good responses, even our picture taken by the local paper I’m pretty stoked. But that’s about it for now.

Tail Gating

Lots of these weekends go by, and if you ask me what I did for the weekend, I'll say oh not much. Not because I didn't but more so because I don't remember. So in an effort to sharpen my weekend memory I am going to type it down. Friday I was out of town for the whole day, I had to drive to the big city to big up a door for the jobsite. I then went to the mall since we don't have one, and got myself a new haircut. After that supper by myself at east side mario's. The drive home, was quick and painless, mostly because the car in front of me was an SL55 Amg, and the one in front of him a Z06. So we were like 3 bats out of hell. Got to bed around midnight, and even though I was awake didn't get out till 12. Saturday I had some chores to run in town, and of course get a coffee. Than I went for a hike, just me and my ipod. I ended up on a very steep old bike trail over looking the river. So I decided to pretend a mountain cat was chasing me, and ran like hell, jumping over trees, up inclines, down, under trees, in between trails, all while trying to stay on the trail, that if I slipped I would fall to my demise. That is of course until my phone rang, which I was kinda surprised that I had it for one, and that I had reception for another. My uncle calling me to remind me about the Golf fundraiser we were going to that night. Sunday I was up for church, then filled the day with house chores, visiting the client at the job site. Than preparing for our hike/bbq. We ended up not hiking, but tail gating by twin lakes, which you can cliff dive into. I was the youngest person there by 25 years at least. But I always have a blast with that group. Everybody still reeling from the death of a friend, but also laughing and having a great time. I left early as I am driving to the big city again tomorrow, and need sleep for driving. Something about driving 3.5 hours, and the loud hum of the diesel F350 make me sleepy.

The Fragility of Life

I was so excited today when I found out there was an update for the iphone, that would pretty much fix everything I have ever complained about it since I got. It really is a contender for the blackberry now. So I left the office, and raced home to get my macbook, and cords. While waiting for the download, my uncle told me that he was leaving the coffee shop and would not be able to bring my coffee as he was in a rush and had to get to the jobsite. He also said, by the way one of my biking friends died last night. I was stunned, I asked who, and was like Uh...fuck...um we we're trying to talk to him yesterday in the coffee shop and he just walked out. "You mean Brian!??" Yeah, Jesus..... We were all stunned. He went for a bike yesterday and he was always the guy that was ahead of the pack, wanted to go faster and not wait for anyone. He seperated from the group, they found him an hour and half later by his bike it looked like he was trying to fix a broken chain. It stuck with me all day, especially on my run. How it ended so quickly....