Campus rec volleyball B league champs!
We had an awesome season. After our first game, our captain said that it was the beginning of an undefeated season. I mean, I knew it was possible, but I kind of figured we would lose somewhere along the way. Considering the amount of tight 3 set victories, it's shocking that we did manage to win every game.
The playoffs were no exception to the close games. We played 4 games on Sunday, and they all went to 3 sets. The scores of the third sets were 15-13, 15-12, 17-15, and then 16-14 in the final. To boot, in the final, we were down 14-7 in the third set and pulled off the miracle of 9 straight points for the win. It was one of those things where when the rally started, we were all thinking we could do it, but no one really wanted to say too much to jinx it, just one point at a time...
It was nice to have success in the playoffs given our history. Playing with that group of people, we have had great seasons and then had something manage to go wrong in the playoffs like someone forgetting to show up or forgetting the time of a game, causing a forfeit. We were pretty on top of things this time though.
Now I have another brightly coloured fancy shirt to add to my repertoire of classy t-shirts. I'm almost equally as stoked about that as I am about winning.
Woop!
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Coming down the home stretch
One more paper out of the way yesterday, and the assignment count is down by one...
We are nearing the end and I'm sure everyone is getting excited. I only have a few assignments left myself, and the most time consuming one will likely be the e-portfolio for this class. Thankfully, I don't mind working on this one and it is giving me something beneficial.
I received my teaching certificate in the mail on Friday, and am in the process of getting onto the sub list for NESD. Woop woop. The winds of change are coming....a career may be looming on the horizon. Come on, job listings...
I also got my taxes back, which is exciting for me. Now I don't have to scrape by on the bottom of the barrel any more. Hopefully we'll be able to save up enough now for our hopeful European vacation this summer. Even if we don't, maybe a bit of debt is in order.
Other than that, running out of things to say. I am also getting excited for the Jays to start up again, contrary to what most people I know would think. Huge baseball nut here. Anyone want to chat Blue Jays any time, gimme a shout.
Until next time...
We are nearing the end and I'm sure everyone is getting excited. I only have a few assignments left myself, and the most time consuming one will likely be the e-portfolio for this class. Thankfully, I don't mind working on this one and it is giving me something beneficial.
I received my teaching certificate in the mail on Friday, and am in the process of getting onto the sub list for NESD. Woop woop. The winds of change are coming....a career may be looming on the horizon. Come on, job listings...
I also got my taxes back, which is exciting for me. Now I don't have to scrape by on the bottom of the barrel any more. Hopefully we'll be able to save up enough now for our hopeful European vacation this summer. Even if we don't, maybe a bit of debt is in order.
Other than that, running out of things to say. I am also getting excited for the Jays to start up again, contrary to what most people I know would think. Huge baseball nut here. Anyone want to chat Blue Jays any time, gimme a shout.
Until next time...
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Playoff Push!
Go Devils!
That should grab some attention from Leaf fans hoping for a playoff push.
The Devils have sort of been my team for a long time now. I don't follow as religiously as some hockey fans do, but I have been cheering for them since about '94 I think (I have a Brodeur jersey that is too small for me now to prove it).
In reality though, to go 23-3-2 over 28 games after starting as the worst team in the league is a pretty impressive turnaround. That would be an impressive run for any team, even the league's best. I would just like to say that when they fired John McLean and brought back Lemaire, I kind of called a big turnaround. I mean, I don't think anyone expected that big of one, but I have been calling for a playoff push for some time now. I just can't believe it's actually becoming a real possibility. Out of the 3 or 4 teams making a push in the East, I think the Devils definitely have the best chance, having the most games left and being the hottest team of them all.
Who knows though. The reality is they still have to pass several teams, so it's a bit of a long shot (for both the Devils and the Leafs, mind you). All I know is that if they do manage to squeak in, I wouldn't want to be the team that gets that matchup. In a perfect world, they get a matchup against the Caps in the first round, and send Ovechkin home with his tail between his legs.
Here's hoping.
That should grab some attention from Leaf fans hoping for a playoff push.
The Devils have sort of been my team for a long time now. I don't follow as religiously as some hockey fans do, but I have been cheering for them since about '94 I think (I have a Brodeur jersey that is too small for me now to prove it).
In reality though, to go 23-3-2 over 28 games after starting as the worst team in the league is a pretty impressive turnaround. That would be an impressive run for any team, even the league's best. I would just like to say that when they fired John McLean and brought back Lemaire, I kind of called a big turnaround. I mean, I don't think anyone expected that big of one, but I have been calling for a playoff push for some time now. I just can't believe it's actually becoming a real possibility. Out of the 3 or 4 teams making a push in the East, I think the Devils definitely have the best chance, having the most games left and being the hottest team of them all.
Who knows though. The reality is they still have to pass several teams, so it's a bit of a long shot (for both the Devils and the Leafs, mind you). All I know is that if they do manage to squeak in, I wouldn't want to be the team that gets that matchup. In a perfect world, they get a matchup against the Caps in the first round, and send Ovechkin home with his tail between his legs.
Here's hoping.
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
A good time
I had an excellent time this past weekend.
I went back with a friend to Nipawin where my parents live. We had a snowmobiling trip planned, and it was a smashing success. There is an excessive amount of snow, which always makes for great sledding. We found field upon field of untouched powder to a depth of about 3 feet. It really is an experience like no other carving back and forth, and hitting small jumps that end up landing in a "POOF" of snow.
I'm actually quite glad that we went when we did. It was a perfect day for riding: -15 degrees, no wind, sunny. On top of that, snow is now melting and settling, so going again even a day later would not have been anywhere near as good. It's almost like it was meant to be....
It has also officially kick started me on the search for my own sled. We will definitely be buying a couple; they are almost a necessity in Hudson Bay. Summit 800 E-TEC, here I come!
I went back with a friend to Nipawin where my parents live. We had a snowmobiling trip planned, and it was a smashing success. There is an excessive amount of snow, which always makes for great sledding. We found field upon field of untouched powder to a depth of about 3 feet. It really is an experience like no other carving back and forth, and hitting small jumps that end up landing in a "POOF" of snow.
I'm actually quite glad that we went when we did. It was a perfect day for riding: -15 degrees, no wind, sunny. On top of that, snow is now melting and settling, so going again even a day later would not have been anywhere near as good. It's almost like it was meant to be....
It has also officially kick started me on the search for my own sled. We will definitely be buying a couple; they are almost a necessity in Hudson Bay. Summit 800 E-TEC, here I come!
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
E-Portfolio Time!
The time has come to produce an e-portfolio! This is a useful tool that I recommend to anyone hoping to examine their experience and show what they can do. Some of you may be wondering why the use of an e-portfolio is appropriate. This question and more are answered in the following....
Why have you chosen to complete an e-portfolio?
I have chosen to complete an e-portfolio for a couple of reasons. First, I think the end result will have several uses for me. These are discussed in the next section. The ability to produce something that is directly applicable to real life is very appealing. Second, I think the process will be valuable for me. I have built websites before, but it has been a bit of time. I hope this will be a good refresher to me, and further my experience in this subject. I am hoping to develop the ability to perhaps someday teach some computer science, so these kinds of abilities could come in handy.
What professional uses does an e-portfolio have for you?
An e-portfolio could certainly come in handy in the future. I hope this will be a fairly comprehensive collection of documents that will outline my experiences and abilities, and that I will be able to use it in the process of applying for jobs (in essence, selling myself to employers). I also see e-portfolios as a potentially useful tool in the classroom. It might be nice to someday incorporate something like this into a class. I think that it is a valuable tool for students; not only do you produce something that can be used, but it also allows a person to examine and become aware of their strengths and possible areas for improvement.
What content do you plan to include?
As previously mentioned, I hope to include content that outlines my experiences and abilities. This could include but may not be limited to: my resume, certificates (i.e. professional development, training, etc.), volunteer experience, educational experience, and a philosophy of education. More specifically, I may include an internship report, and sample lesson/unit plans or developed activities to showcase my educational experience.
What graphic design considerations have you taken into account for the look of your e-portfolio?
I have been thinking about this a fair amount and I am not quite sure about the final look. I want my e-portfolio to look neat and clean, and fairly simple. At the same time, I want to make sure that I use friendly colours and keep it aesthetically pleasing. I hope to keep navigation simple and user-friendly, since I will likely be using this as a tool to advertise my abilities. Essentially, I want the e-portfolio to be simple yet attractive, and showcase my interest in and love for this career. I have included a simple possible sketch for my design here, but will state that it is definitely subject to change.
What concerns do you have about the process? How do you plan to address these concerns?
Why have you chosen to complete an e-portfolio?
I have chosen to complete an e-portfolio for a couple of reasons. First, I think the end result will have several uses for me. These are discussed in the next section. The ability to produce something that is directly applicable to real life is very appealing. Second, I think the process will be valuable for me. I have built websites before, but it has been a bit of time. I hope this will be a good refresher to me, and further my experience in this subject. I am hoping to develop the ability to perhaps someday teach some computer science, so these kinds of abilities could come in handy.
What professional uses does an e-portfolio have for you?
An e-portfolio could certainly come in handy in the future. I hope this will be a fairly comprehensive collection of documents that will outline my experiences and abilities, and that I will be able to use it in the process of applying for jobs (in essence, selling myself to employers). I also see e-portfolios as a potentially useful tool in the classroom. It might be nice to someday incorporate something like this into a class. I think that it is a valuable tool for students; not only do you produce something that can be used, but it also allows a person to examine and become aware of their strengths and possible areas for improvement.
What content do you plan to include?
As previously mentioned, I hope to include content that outlines my experiences and abilities. This could include but may not be limited to: my resume, certificates (i.e. professional development, training, etc.), volunteer experience, educational experience, and a philosophy of education. More specifically, I may include an internship report, and sample lesson/unit plans or developed activities to showcase my educational experience.
What graphic design considerations have you taken into account for the look of your e-portfolio?
I have been thinking about this a fair amount and I am not quite sure about the final look. I want my e-portfolio to look neat and clean, and fairly simple. At the same time, I want to make sure that I use friendly colours and keep it aesthetically pleasing. I hope to keep navigation simple and user-friendly, since I will likely be using this as a tool to advertise my abilities. Essentially, I want the e-portfolio to be simple yet attractive, and showcase my interest in and love for this career. I have included a simple possible sketch for my design here, but will state that it is definitely subject to change.
What concerns do you have about the process? How do you plan to address these concerns?
One of my concerns for this process is simply recalling everything that I need to know to construct the e-portfolio, but having experience with this I feel it will come back easily with practice. Another slight concern that I have is finishing my e-portfolio on time to use it, but don’t think this will be too big of an issue. I have a fair amount of interest in this assignment, so I feel that I will be able to stay on task easily. My main concern is producing something that looks authentic and attractive, but not too “cheap” or clumsy. In order to do this, I think I will examine other portfolios, and ask for advice on my own portfolio as much as possible. I think that if I keep in contact with peers and classmates, I should be able to make a desirable end product.
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