ramblings

I can't believe it's already July. It seems like I was just looking forward to summer, and suddenly not only is it here, but it's almost gone. It's times like these that I sit back and wonder what the fuck I am doing in this frozen tundra country. I am so much happier in the warm weather that it's a wonder I have put up with it for so long. For shits sake, why should I or anyone have to suffer through 6-8 months of bone-numbing cold? Yes, Canada is a great country - clean, safe and modern. But is that truly enough?

On the other hand, I grew up in a city where 15C was considered freezing, and I never really appreciated it. I lived 10 minutes from the beach, and many times considered a day at the beach something of a chore. These days I'd cut off my right nut to have that same sort of access. In good old Canuck-ville, the months of hideous weather means you truly appreciate the warmth when it arrives. I am outside as much as possible - running, playing soccer, frisbee, golf, as well as sitting idly on a patio enjoy what my colleague calls a beer wrap. Beers wrapped in cylindrical glasses. I know, not too witty, but that's the sort of shit I have to deal with day in and day out.

Managing a group of people is actually quite tough. It's really about picking your battles. I don't want to be the uptight asshole who is constantly shoving rules down people's throats. But neither do I want to be the pushover. So far I think I'm doing pretty well; when I criticize it's constructive, when I condemn it is well deserved. I do lead by example, and while I don't go on power trips I do make sure people understand where the boundaries are.

This weekend will be sun-filled. Golfing Saturday, and perhaps Sunday as well. Pool party Sunday...never a bad thing.

have a tremendous weekend.