Yes…I seriously need one so bad. If I had money to spend and go on one, I would in a heartbeat.

My younger sister went off to Jamaica today, and yes, I am officially jealous. While she gets to lay out in the warm sunshine, swim in the sparkling ocean, and have a drink fest with her friends, I get to take care of her two kids – my goddaughter who is currently 5 months old and my nephew who is 2 ½.

Don’t get me wrong, I love them with all my heart. The thing I just have problems dealing with is all the tantrums, whining, and throwing of toys that mainly is done by my nephew. They say it’s terrible twos, and now I know why. He has a temper, that’s for sure.

I don’t blame my sister for wanting to go on vacation, I would too having to deal with that on a daily basis. Getting away seems like a nice idea, especially when you really don’t have to look after anyone else but yourself.

Ugh, I feel like I have a million and one things to accomplish this month, one big one in particular – getting a job. It sucks since this entire week I’m devoting to my goddaughter and nephew. There’s no time to go out and apply to places or any of that, and I’m sure as hell not going to do it while I have both of them. No way. I don’t think I can handle the both of them out in public. At home there’s a ton of toys I can distract them with. Outside, I’m not that sure.

I’m sure hoping this week flies on by so I don’t have to deal with both of them 24/7. Plus, my sister said she’d bring me back something. I’m thinking she’ll probably get me a shot glass since I collect them from various places. If she does, I’ll be one happy camper. Heehee.

Wow…I haven’t blogged here in a week. *smacks self* That’s how busy my little world can get even though it seems like I’m doing nothing all day long. Um…so this post is going to be all over the place since I have little things here and there to update about.

The weather is in the 30s both yesterday and today which is just great. The problem though is the fact I work both days. Like I mentioned before, the weather is always nice on days I tend to work. Ughh….why not nice on a day I’m off? I hope Monday or even tomorrow will be nice as well since I want to get out and go to the park or lake.

So ya…how is my new flash?? BLOODY AWESOME!!! I can’t believe I did without it for such a long time. I have taken some pictures, but those I haven’t put on my Flickr account. Will do so probably tomorrow. I don’t like having the flash directly pointing to my subject. It creates hard shadows. If you have it pointed slightly upwards, then the light bounces of the ceiling/wall and creates a nice soft image. AMAZING results!!

Vacation…Did I mention we’re probably heading to CUBA next month!!!!!!!!! Yippy!!!!! I can’t wait to be basking in the sunlight on the white sandy beach and then swimming in the ocean (my favourite thing ever!!!). So how did it come about? I was on my way to work yesterday and talking to my dad about stuff. He was mentioning how he wanted to see Cuba but wasn’t sure to go this year or not because they are already wasting money for my sister’s wedding which is in August. I think he was just waiting for me to agree on going which I totally did. I told him straight upfront I needed a vacation really bad and to swim in the ocean. He agreed and we starting talking about which dates, places, etc. So when I got to work, I had some time before I started and so I hopped online to check out some places. I found one resort in particular that we are looking at going to. Can’t say what it is yet, but it’s definitely looking good for us to go.

Now I just have to start setting aside some money and convince my dad that he should pay for my trip. LOL! I usually get my way anyways, but I’ll pay him back slowly for it since he already paid for my trip last year and didn’t take any of my money that I tried to give him.

I’m so excited over it!!! CUBA HERE I COME!!!

I hope summer comes sooner than later this year. It just seems that’s it’s taking too long especially with all the snow coming once again. *sigh*.

I have already been talking about vacations with my parents and what they have in mind. My father wants to go to Cuba. My mother has no preference. Myself? Undecided yet.

But thank goodness for websites like VacationRentals.com. At least I can find different vacation homes we can rent out such as the Florida Vacation Home section of the site. From there I can easily pick a specific location in Florida and see what rental homes there are. The best thing is that they have so many possibilities and many different cities all across the world. Sweet!

I have never been to Florida so it would be nice to go down there with my family. My aunt and uncle always talk about it too, so I’m sure it would be fun.

*looks out window* … I hope summer is coming … seriously I do.

I love recalling long lost memories…even ones from my childhood. One of them that I just thought about the other day, actually goes in hand with a special announcement I need to make in this post.

When I was a kid, a lot of times my sisters and I would get all dolled up and dance to random music on the radio. It was hilarious because our hair would be everywhere and the clothes we wore were actually really ridiculous!! But we didn’t care on bit. It was us dancing with the music that was playing.

Guess who was the artist we listened to quite often, due to my parents liking this person’s music? Nope not Elvis…It’s CHER!!!

I just found out that there are Cher Tickets at Caesars Palace. She’s actually have a show starting at the beginning of May this year!!! OMG..that is friggin awesome!! I told my parents and they were honestly really excited to hear about it.

I adore her music. She has such a unique voice that is really easy to listen to. Plus her songs are just so wonderful!! Come on…I think everyone is a Cher fan. You have had to grown up listening to her!! Well, I did anyways. LOL!

So ya, her new show is coming to Caesars Palace which is in Las Vegas. It’s replacing the show in which Celine Dion use to perform. Maybe I can convince my parents of taking the whole family on a road trip down to the States to see her live. Now THAT would be AMAZING!!!

Living in Canad has it perks especially when it comes to snowfalls. Even though driving conditions can be horrendous, you can have just that much more fun in the snow.

Looking at snowmobiling or even skiing. There are resorts and places you can do both of these activities in almost every city I know. You can even go on a Snowmobile vacation in Lanaudière which is in the province of Quebec.

Lanaudière has already received 18 inches of snow just this week! Can you imagine what it’ll be like in the middle of winter? If you check out SnowMobileCountry.ca, you’ll be able to find information on how to plan your trip, snowmobile trails to check out, see pictures of the place, and even order maps or brochures.

If you’re looking to have a good time this winter, then plan your snowmobile vacation here!!

PRESS RELEASE:
Lanaudière, Snowmobile Country,
announces the opening of 350 km of trails

For more than 30 years, Lanaudière has been a snowmobiling capital!

Rawdon, November 30, 2007 – Mother Nature has been busy during the past week, covering the Lanaudière landscape with an average of 45 cm (18 inches) of snow and more in the northern part of the region. Snowmobile enthusiasts can now start their engines for a new season with 350 kilometres (161 miles) of trails open in northern Lanaudière.

These are the areas that are currently accessible, where conditions are good with new snow coverage:

• Mont-Tremblant National Park (start at Pimbina entrance)
• Certain areas in Saint-Zénon
• Certain areas in Saint-Michel-des-Saints

For precise and accurate information, contact the snowmobile clubs concerned directly (Club Saint-Donat at 819 424-7988; Club snowmobile du royaume at 450 884-5762).

To find out about trail conditions (updated regularly), weather, touring suggestions or order your free copy of our new snowmobile trail map, just visit www.snowmobilecountry.ca or call 1 800 363-2788.

Please note that lakes are not yet frozen over.

Tourisme Lanaudière reminds you of the importance of driving safely and respectfully. Permission to pass through private property is difficult to conserve and represents a privilege to users. Respect for property and words of thanks to owners are gestures that are greatly appreciated, and it is equally important to respect signs and trail markers.

Source: Maryline Lafrenière, Communication Agent
450 834-2535
lafreniere@lanaudiere.ca

Are you planning on coming to Canada? If you are then there’s one city you must stop at. It’s Toronto, Ontario.

I personally live about 40 minutes away from Toronto and visit there whenever I can. It’s a gorgeous city with lots of activities and events happening. If you’re looking to purchase a home or rent an apartment, then you may want to check out these Toronto condos that are available through Haffwood Services Ltd.

You will find the best buildings to live in with accommodations that will exceed your expectations. Plus, if you act right now, you can get a $500 gift certificate to anyone who buys a condo through Haffwood Services Ltd. Talk about getting a bonus!! Check it out!

Do you have a car?? If you do then you should have a first aid kit with medical supplies in it. You never know when you’ll need to pull it out and use it.

There are so many times where someone has cut themselves while on a family outing. Sometimes, the cut or injury is more serious than it looks. A least with having a first aid kit in your car, you can use it for the time being until you get to the nearest hospital so they can take a look.

Just check at your local department stores for this as I’ve seen it many times before. It would make a great Christmas gift too!! …just an idea for ya. lol