2 Day Haagen Daz Sale
Sunday, April 30, 2006
$2.99 per tub or box of Bars. Loblaws (Saturday/Sunday Only)
Run don't walk!
posted by aforward @ 11:20 AM,
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Earphone Cord Tangling
I sometimes wonder how on earth my earphone cord manages to get so tangled when I pull them out of my pocket. I even do the wrap around but I still find myself trying to untangle them and it bewilders me how they managed to get that way from just sitting in my pocket all day.
posted by aforward @ 11:17 AM,
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Softwood Resolution Reached
Friday, April 28, 2006
I don't know much about the details on the Softwood Lumber dispute except that the courts even agreed that we were right and the US was wrong.
I'm glad it is finally resolved and while we didn't get everything we likely deserved it sounds like it was the best we could get.
Full Article
posted by aforward @ 9:53 AM,
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2006 is a Census year
Apparently we are doing a census this year on May 16th. The little package with the quiestionnaire should be arriving in our mailbox any minute. I hope we get the short one.
Anyway the census only reminds me of one thing...Hannibal Lecter in Silence of the Lambs.
"A census taker once tried to test me....I ate his liver with some fava beans and a nice chianti.... ffff fffff."
Actually maybe I'll use that as my email signature in honour of Census week.
posted by aforward @ 9:52 AM,
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What's a Kooki?
Thursday, April 27, 2006
A kooki is a navigationless web site designed by my husband.
He's going to use the web space to post reviews on his favourite books. Also a good way to keep notes on the books he's read.
posted by aforward @ 2:28 PM,
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No Recipient, No Subject
Great name for band? no...
Just the starting point for my resignation letter which I drafted in Eudora so no one would be able to tell what I was working on.
Well I printed it this morning and will hand it to the boss this afternoon (I was told it is better to resign in the afternoon).
What's next:
- Well I have one physical small business (The Travel Agency)
- I am taking two courses (CFP (3) and IFIC)
- 5 Small/Diverse Web Projects
- Join a Gym
- Start Painting Again
- More tennis... more golf
- Travel
I had a fun 5 years and will certainly miss the mentality/security of a pseudo-government job but I was starting to feel "creatively opressed" and it's time for a fresh start.
posted by aforward @ 9:41 AM,
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Ricky Williams Appeal Denied
Wednesday, April 26, 2006
Ricky's appeal was denied and he will have to sit out the 2006 Season.
Full article
posted by aforward @ 9:43 AM,
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UFC Article Makes MSN Front Page
Tuesday, April 25, 2006
The one thing UFC president Dana White wants more than anything is for UFC to be covered in the mainstream media. He hopes that one day UFC results will be covered in Sports Illustrated right beside boxing.
Today an article on the UFC was posted on the front page of MSN.
Vindication for Tim Sylvia, top heavyweight dog once again in UFC
posted by aforward @ 10:49 AM,
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Blog Remixed
Monday, April 24, 2006
A special thank you to Brennan over at Time Extended for the new banner. Still working on the template but this is a good start to pimpin' my blog.
posted by aforward @ 7:46 AM,
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Honda Fit Release
Friday, April 21, 2006
Andrew and I got to see the new Honda Fit in person last night. Very neat little car that is sort of a cross between the Toyota Yaris and Matrix. You can fit two bikes in there and still not have used any trunk room... I still can't get over that.
Robert Pennington Jr.
We won't be getting a car until we have little ones but it gets my vote so far for the first Forward family car. A bit roomier than Andrew's number 1 pick the Yaris which will not be able to hold all that baby stuff.
posted by aforward @ 10:38 AM,
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Maple Leafs Fire Patt Quinn
Thursday, April 20, 2006
Looks like the Leafs are looking for a new coach.
posted by aforward @ 3:44 PM,
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The Dominican...Republic
Wednesday, April 19, 2006
I guess it became known over Easter weekend that one of my mom's biggest pet peeves are people who reference the Dominican Republic as just "the Dominican". She even argued with a close friend who kept calling it that becuase it pisses her off so much.
So we are at Andrew's parent's for Easter dinner and Andrew's mom (Jayne) keeps referring to the Dominican Republic as "the Dominican" (and I'm talking like at least three times) and I thought for sure my mom (Paula) was going to go bucknut on her. Paula stayed poised and didn't say anything but I knew she wanted to lay down on armbar.
So being blissfully ignorant I went and did some research on why "The Dominican" may be offensive to Dominican Republicans (no I didn't....i just wanted to say Dominican Republicans because it sounds funny) Picture a handful of George Bush suppporters dancing the merengue.
posted by aforward @ 3:01 PM,
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NHL Play-Offs Begin Friday
After becoming an NHL superfan at the beginning of the season I barely followed hockey after the Olympic Break.
Now the play-offs are about to begin and i'm excited again. At the beginning of the season I predicted an all Canadian final but with the Leafs and Canucks out I don't really see it happening.
The Senator's are very lucky to have Havlat back and I hope he can regain his form. His return puts back together the Heatley/Spezza/Alfredsson line.
Of course there are the usual concerns between the pipes but what is new in the Capital.
And what's up with Jonathan Cheechoo...I thought he was a tough guy.
posted by aforward @ 1:47 PM,
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Did Someone Say Spaz?
Tuesday, April 18, 2006
Andrew Redington/Getty Images
posted by aforward @ 2:36 PM,
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Resume
AYANA K FORWARD, CFP
111 PRETORIA AVE • OTTAWA, ONTARIO • K1S 1W8
PHONE (613) 236 6240 • E-MAIL ayananurse@gmail.com
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Objective
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I am a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) looking to help my clients create comprehensive financial plans.
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Experience
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Ryan Lamontagne Inc (March 2012-Present)
Associate Financial Planner
• Provide comprehensive financial plans
Associate Financial Planner
• Provide comprehensive financial plans
• Personal tax planning, insurance and investment advice
State Farm Insurance, Agent Dan Sims (October 2006-Present)
Financial Service Representative • Home, auto and life inurance sales and service
• Administer RRSPs and RESPs
Travel Only, Ottawa, (October 2004 - October 2008)
Home-Based Travel Consultant
• Started a part-time fully recognized (IATA, TICO, BBB) travel agency
• Sales and marketing in a highly competitive, commission based industry
• Built client base from the ground up
Field Hockey Canada, Ottawa, (April 2001 - May 2006)
Administrative Co-ordinator
• Help to schedule meetings, manage workflow and plan events
• Manage content of the Field Hockey Canada web site
• Manage communication flow between head office and Board of Directors, umpires, provincial associations, coaches and national teams
Swaby Financial Services, Dundas, (April 1996 – August 1997)
Office Assistant
• Managed client files for a home based financial consultant
• Responsible for filing, writing correspondence, and tracking expenses
• Worked directly with consultant to develop a direct mail marketing plan
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Education
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2002
University of Ottawa: Honours Bachelor of Commerce Degree
Specialization Human Resources and Accounting
2002
Canadian Securities Course
2006
Investment Funds in Canada Course (IFIC)
2006
General Insurance License (OTL)
2007
Life Insurance License (LLQP)
2007
Algonquin College Certified Financial Planner Education Program
2008
Certified Financial Planner (CFP)
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Technology and Computer Profeciency
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Advanced knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, HTML, Adobe Photoshop, Joomla
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Additional Information & Interests
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• Captain of the University of Ottawa Women’s soccer team from 2001-2002
• I enjoy reading all types of business and personal finance related books, as well as publications such as MoneySense magazine
• Managing my personal investment portfolio
posted by aforward @ 12:39 PM,
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Kilamanjaro at the Imax
We went to see this little feature at the imax on Saturday and it was really good. They chronicled a group's trek up the highest mountain in Africa.
The hike through different temperate zones to get to the top.
There were little kids and an old lady on the trek. Andrew and I didn't think the old lady would make it to the top but I won't give away the ending.
I really enjoyed it it the film and it was on the dome screen so that made it even cooler. Adaptation has always been one of those things in science that has really intrigued me, like the chameleon that can change colours to blend into its environment. They showed these plants that could close at night to protect themselves from then frost and then they open up during the day to get light form the sun.
The only thing I am wondering is the spelling of Kilamanjaro I didn't think there was a "d" in it and on the posters at the show it looks like someone has photoshopped a "d" inbetween the "n" and "j". Maybe the "d" is for documentary.
On a side note Derailed is actually a good movie.
posted by aforward @ 10:39 AM,
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Prison Break?
Saturday, April 15, 2006
Is it just me or does it seem like with every episode they get further and further from breaking out of the prison?
They've been digging that hole for a good 7 episodes now. It's like trying to watch someone on Days of Our Lives try to tell the truth.
posted by aforward @ 12:33 PM,
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Debit Card Swipe Direction
Friday, April 14, 2006
I never know which way to swipe my card when I get to a debit terminal. That little demo picture is not even remotely helpful and no two debit terminals are alike.
There was a cashier at Loblaws the other day that did a neat thing when she took the person's debit card; instead of swiping it she just placed it in the machine the right way.
Till then I will think of better example diagram.
posted by aforward @ 9:51 AM,
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Having A Worm Phobia on A Rainy Day
Thursday, April 13, 2006
I loathe worms, I think they are the most repulsive things on earth.
Well today on my way to work they were all over the place. Fat ones, thin ones all disgusting.
I hate them..they make my heart race and my blood pressure jump.
Bleck..
posted by aforward @ 1:38 PM,
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Music as Motivation in Sport
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
"Athletes, trainers, coaches and fans alike are motivated through the music that serves as more than background noise during workouts, training programs, and sporting events.
Does music propel athletes to the next level? Can training be enhanced through the addition of music? Are fans more apt to become enthralled by a game when heartfelt music is involved" source SIRC (Sport Research Intelligence)
I would tend to agree with this before even seeing the scientific results. But SIRC has some neat articles on this topic. Music obviously releases endorphins.
How turning on and tuning in can boost your motivation and aid your workout
Carry-Over Effects Of Music In An Isometric Muscular Endurance Task
posted by aforward @ 3:28 PM,
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From Your Grocer's Shelf
Tuesday, April 11, 2006
Some products I've recently tried that get a big thumbs up!:
McCain's Oven Roasts (Potatoes): Tastier than french fries and better for you, plus they even come in sweet potato variety (for those looking to get more beta carotein.)
Dempster's Smart Ones; Half white/half brown bread: good stuff in the stay fresh bag.
President's Choice Haddock and Hops: If your favourite comfort food is fish & chips like me you won't be dissapointed.
posted by aforward @ 12:55 PM,
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Happy Birthday Travis
Just like to send a little shout-out to my friend Travis, who celebrates his 28th birthday today!
posted by aforward @ 12:52 PM,
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Exam Day
Monday, April 10, 2006
Just a few hours away from my exam and taking a little study break.
Weekend highlights included:
-Watching the Masters in HD
-making Andrew watch the Holland World Cup team preview
-Indian buffet
-arguing with Andrew in the middle of the Glebe about garbage bags
-writing a letter to friend
-sending some birthday wishes to a best friend
-studying
posted by aforward @ 9:49 AM,
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In Sickness and In Health
Wednesday, April 05, 2006
I have been a little sick the last few days with some weird chest pains. Andrew took me to emergency two nights ago and we stayed there for 5 hours, he then took the day off yesterday to take care of me. Not to mention all of the whining he had to put up with.
He is my little sasquatch.
posted by aforward @ 9:17 AM,
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First World Cup Gear
Monday, April 03, 2006
Just ordered my first piece of 2006 World Cup gear. It is the Argentina track top (yes Andrew I bought another track top). I know it is a little odd considering I don't cheer for Argentina and they are in the same pool as Holland but Argentina soccer gear is hot!
67 days left...
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