Out of 23.6 million electors in the last election, only 5.2 million voted for Harper's Conservatives. That's 22% of eligible voters, and 16.2% of the total population. There are 5.65 million Canadians aged 18-29. In the past, this age group has voted so little that politicians don't bother with them. If all of Canada's youth voted, they would rock the whole political system! Please repost/share this.
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Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Monday, April 18, 2011
No motion.
I hate feeling stale, stuck, stationary. I hate that at 28 years old my life is on hold. I hate that I am working 2.5 jobs with little to no reward. I hate being tired as fuck. I hate getting up at 4 fucking AM. I hate that I have to give up my fun stuff because I don’t have the time. I hate that I have no time to work out any more. I hate that I don’t get to spend time with my Rubi anymore. I hate that my motivation as to be used up else where.
I hate that I am bitter as fuck right now.
I hate that I am bitter as fuck right now.
Friday, April 15, 2011
I wouldn't be Fally
I’m generally an emotional writer, meaning, I can only really write shit worth reading when I’m shitty. The following is another fine example.
I've always thought I had a lot of supportive people that surrounded me... but boy was I wrong! Who would have thought that doing what I want (that isn’t harmful to me or others) and doing what makes me happy could be so “wrong” in others eyes.
The MAIN one for today’s blog: Joining the Army Reserve.
People have been fighting me on my decision to join the Reserves since day one. Maybe I won’t be able to do it. Maybe I will fail. Maybe I won’t like it BUT I won’t know unless I try.
For many many years I didn’t do what I wanted because I let my life be influenced by others. It took me exactly 8 years to build up the nerve and enough “balls” to talk to the military, get my questions answered by a recruiter and follow through with what I wanted to do and how I wanted my life to play out.
I guess, when it’s all said and done, it’s a good thing I don’t seek other peoples approval on ways to live my own life because if I did, I wouldn’t have any tattoos, I would look like a fucking Barbie doll, I would dress in business attire every single fucking day. I would wear my hair down, always. I wouldn’t wear the eye makeup I wear. I wouldn’t lift weights or challenge myself to see where I could take my strength. I wouldn’t walk, I wouldn’t run, I wouldn’t always smile, I wouldn’t not smile... basically, I wouldn’t be Fally.
I've always thought I had a lot of supportive people that surrounded me... but boy was I wrong! Who would have thought that doing what I want (that isn’t harmful to me or others) and doing what makes me happy could be so “wrong” in others eyes.
The MAIN one for today’s blog: Joining the Army Reserve.
People have been fighting me on my decision to join the Reserves since day one. Maybe I won’t be able to do it. Maybe I will fail. Maybe I won’t like it BUT I won’t know unless I try.
For many many years I didn’t do what I wanted because I let my life be influenced by others. It took me exactly 8 years to build up the nerve and enough “balls” to talk to the military, get my questions answered by a recruiter and follow through with what I wanted to do and how I wanted my life to play out.
I guess, when it’s all said and done, it’s a good thing I don’t seek other peoples approval on ways to live my own life because if I did, I wouldn’t have any tattoos, I would look like a fucking Barbie doll, I would dress in business attire every single fucking day. I would wear my hair down, always. I wouldn’t wear the eye makeup I wear. I wouldn’t lift weights or challenge myself to see where I could take my strength. I wouldn’t walk, I wouldn’t run, I wouldn’t always smile, I wouldn’t not smile... basically, I wouldn’t be Fally.
Trying to get my POLITICS on: Canada's Defence
The following is from the NDP site:
http://www.ndp.ca/platform/leadership-on-world-stage#section-6-2
"6.4 Charting a New Course for Canada’s Defence
•We will give the men and women of the Canadian Forces, who put their lives on the line every day, the best equipment to do the job with, proper support and benefits;
•We will focus Canada’s military on three main priorities: defending Canada; providing support for peacemaking, peace-building and peacekeeping around the world; and assisting people facing natural catastrophes, including floods, earthquakes, forest fires and other emergencies, both at home and abroad;
•We will ensure the Canadian Forces are properly staffed, equipped and trained to effectively address the full range of possible military operations arising from these three priorities;
•We will maintain the current planned levels of Defence spending commitments, and we will equip the Canadian military to resume leadership in United Nations peacekeeping operations, with major new missions reviewed and approved by the House of Commons;
•We will improve search and rescue capability to international standards within the current budgetary framework;
•We will draft a Defence White Paper, redefining our military’s role, its priorities and needs, to be completed within 12 months. During that time, all major defence projects will be reviewed;
•We will implement a fair and open process where competitors can offer industrial deals and benefits. Such an open process ensures Canadians get the best price, the military gets what it needs and Canadian industries get the best spin-offs;
•We will review the proposed F-35 purchase as part of the Defence White Paper;
•Within the existing budget, we will establish an annual fund for government shipbuilding. This would provide stability to the industry and include construction of new ships for the Navy and the Coast Guard."
http://www.ndp.ca/platform/leadership-on-world-stage#section-6-2
"6.4 Charting a New Course for Canada’s Defence
•We will give the men and women of the Canadian Forces, who put their lives on the line every day, the best equipment to do the job with, proper support and benefits;
•We will focus Canada’s military on three main priorities: defending Canada; providing support for peacemaking, peace-building and peacekeeping around the world; and assisting people facing natural catastrophes, including floods, earthquakes, forest fires and other emergencies, both at home and abroad;
•We will ensure the Canadian Forces are properly staffed, equipped and trained to effectively address the full range of possible military operations arising from these three priorities;
•We will maintain the current planned levels of Defence spending commitments, and we will equip the Canadian military to resume leadership in United Nations peacekeeping operations, with major new missions reviewed and approved by the House of Commons;
•We will improve search and rescue capability to international standards within the current budgetary framework;
•We will draft a Defence White Paper, redefining our military’s role, its priorities and needs, to be completed within 12 months. During that time, all major defence projects will be reviewed;
•We will implement a fair and open process where competitors can offer industrial deals and benefits. Such an open process ensures Canadians get the best price, the military gets what it needs and Canadian industries get the best spin-offs;
•We will review the proposed F-35 purchase as part of the Defence White Paper;
•Within the existing budget, we will establish an annual fund for government shipbuilding. This would provide stability to the industry and include construction of new ships for the Navy and the Coast Guard."
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Life, yous crazy!
I've said it before and I'll probably say it time and time again: It is crazy how life works!
Although, I've been pretty stressed out and worried about things lately, life is good and I go to sleep smiling every night.
Business has been extremely slow lately, resulting in Fally not getting paid. There's the good, the bad and the ugly - and thems the shits and smiles when owning a business.
I am personally faced with a lot of thinking to do and decisions to make. Do I seek out a whole new career and leave the company to be run by the rest of the family? Do I look for a "quick job", go out, work my ass off and come back to the company at a later date? Or, do I find part time employment, work both jobs and just make it work?
I could go to Fort Mac, work at a camp job or possibly stay with one of the many friends I have there. This option, although very desirable on the money side of things, doesn't work well with the army reserve nor does it accommodate my pup Rubi very well, and it's not fair to her.
I have a lead on a part time job with flexible hours. I would start work at 5:30 am, which isn't all that bad considering I get up at 4:30 am daily to go to the gym. (However, no more morning gym for me.) I would be finished early afternoon and I would head to the office to do what I need to do until whatever time. This option allows me to work both jobs, stay in the army, have a happier puppy and life can still stay somewhat normal.
I could also just stay local, find an evening job, still do the army thing, do what I can for my company and wing it.
One other option is to collect as much luck and positiveness together and play the lotto (haha!)
So yeah, I have a buncha sheeeit to think about. Ponder wonder thoughts.
Anyway, moving on...
My enrollment ceremony for the army reserve is tomorrow. I'm nervous yet very excited. I've waited and prepared myself for years for this all to happen and it's finally coming together.
I hear a lot of good and bad as well as get a lot of warnings and I'm cautioned about many things regarding the army, basic training and all that jazz. So, I THINK I've mentally prepared myself for everything that is army. I am still physically prepping, and I'll probably never stop doing that.
I will be going to basic training some time this summer but that information is still up in the air. The newest info is that I have to do 2, 4 week training courses for basic training between the months of June, July and August. I guess we will see what the final answer is in the next few weeks.
Adding to my Crazy How Life Works plate, I met an amazing guy and I couldn't be happier with him. We were saying last night that "good things come to those who wait" and how true that is. Dave is pretty great, I'm a lucky girl. I feel like I've known him my whole life.
I won't gush too much about us/him as I would seem mental and borderline insane because we have only really technically been dating a month. Haha :)
I believe that's all I have to update. I haven't said much lately so I figured I was time. Plus, I write better when I'm emotional... Oh you lucky readers you!
- Fally xo
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Monday, January 24, 2011
Lyrics that hit home...
Save Me
Nicki Minaj
I drove for miles just to find you
and find myself
all these screams
all these voices in my head
you gave me strength
gave me hope
for a lifetime
I never was satisfied
(Chorus)
This time won't you save me
This time won't you save me
Baby I can feel myself givin' up
This time won't you save me
This time won't you save me
Baby I can feel myself givin' up
It's not your fault
I'm a bitch
I'm a monster
Yes I'm a beast
And I feast when I conquer
But I'm alone
On my throne
All these witches
I came this way
All this way
Just to say
(Chorus)
I'm givin' up baby
Yes
I'm givin' up baby
(Spoken)
(Feels like I've been driving for miles and I can't seem to silence these voices in my head. Who'll save me?)
Nicki Minaj
I drove for miles just to find you
and find myself
all these screams
all these voices in my head
you gave me strength
gave me hope
for a lifetime
I never was satisfied
(Chorus)
This time won't you save me
This time won't you save me
Baby I can feel myself givin' up
This time won't you save me
This time won't you save me
Baby I can feel myself givin' up
It's not your fault
I'm a bitch
I'm a monster
Yes I'm a beast
And I feast when I conquer
But I'm alone
On my throne
All these witches
I came this way
All this way
Just to say
(Chorus)
I'm givin' up baby
Yes
I'm givin' up baby
(Spoken)
(Feels like I've been driving for miles and I can't seem to silence these voices in my head. Who'll save me?)
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
Vegan Coconut Soup
Mmmm Can someone make this for me?? I hate cooking!
Vegan Laksa
Serves 4
What You Need:
8 ounces dried rice noodles
1 cup shallots, coarsely chopped
1 stalk lemongrass, white part only, crushed
2 teaspoons Asian chile paste, plus more to serve
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1 tablespoon canola oil
3-1/2 cups vegetable stock
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 14-ounce can coconut milk
8 ounces extra-firm tofu, cubed
1 cup bean sprouts, blanched
3 scallions, sliced
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and chopped
1 bunch cilantro, chopped
1 cup pineapple, chopped
Lime wedges, to serve
What You Do:
1. In a bowl of hot water, soak the rice noodles. In a food processor, combine the shallots, lemongrass, chile paste, and ginger, and process to a paste. Add the coriander, curry powder, paprika, turmeric, and cayenne, and process until blended.
2. In a large pot over medium heat, heat the oil. Add the shallot mixture and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes, adding a small amount of stock to prevent burning. Stir in the remaining stock and bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat to medium and add the sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes then stir in the coconut milk and heat until hot, without boiling. Add the rice noodles and tofu and simmer for 7 minutes.
4. To serve, divide the bean sprouts and scallions among four soup bowls and ladle in the soup. Garnish with cucumber, cilantro, and pineapple. Serve with lime wedges and additional chile paste.
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Vegan Laksa
Serves 4
What You Need:
8 ounces dried rice noodles
1 cup shallots, coarsely chopped
1 stalk lemongrass, white part only, crushed
2 teaspoons Asian chile paste, plus more to serve
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1 tablespoon canola oil
3-1/2 cups vegetable stock
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 14-ounce can coconut milk
8 ounces extra-firm tofu, cubed
1 cup bean sprouts, blanched
3 scallions, sliced
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and chopped
1 bunch cilantro, chopped
1 cup pineapple, chopped
Lime wedges, to serve
What You Do:
1. In a bowl of hot water, soak the rice noodles. In a food processor, combine the shallots, lemongrass, chile paste, and ginger, and process to a paste. Add the coriander, curry powder, paprika, turmeric, and cayenne, and process until blended.
2. In a large pot over medium heat, heat the oil. Add the shallot mixture and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes, adding a small amount of stock to prevent burning. Stir in the remaining stock and bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat to medium and add the sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes then stir in the coconut milk and heat until hot, without boiling. Add the rice noodles and tofu and simmer for 7 minutes.
4. To serve, divide the bean sprouts and scallions among four soup bowls and ladle in the soup. Garnish with cucumber, cilantro, and pineapple. Serve with lime wedges and additional chile paste.
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