in pieces

Blog delayed because of photos... We went to a Vancouver Giants hockey game this past Saturday night, and had a blast. Louise, Kurtis, Stuart, Jacqui, Leigh and I. We watched the Giants beat Everett WA 3-2, (here they score and the crowd loves it!) as well as one of the biggest fights I've ever seen in hockey. It was hard to watch. Leigh regrets not getting it on video - of course! Nor a picture!!! WE WIN!!!!

Blog delayed because of photos... Leigh had his 26th birthday this week, and we celebrated by having a video party. We had 3 games going on at one time in the room (big screen projector, and 2 TV's) It was a blast. Some games were even physically challenging! What better way to celebrate Leigh than to play video games and eat. He suggested not "wasting" any money on decorations and instead put it towards more food! Here's his choice: chocolate pudding cake. MMMMmmmmmm!!!!

So it's officially Leigh's birthday in Australia right now! And since Leigh wouldn't be in the office tomorrow we decided to celebrate at the base today. This is what the boys thought would be the best way to "honour" him on his 26th Australian Birthday... Duct Taped him to a pole!!!! "No Ange, Don't help me," he says.... Apparently, he must WIN by proving he doesn't need help. Thank goodness for previous birthday presents - he was carrying his leatherman today, and escaped... He also was apprehended before lunch, so I'm assuming the urgency of his hunger was his driving force.

Richmond Night Market - a sea of Asian food at your fingertips. Dim Sum, Fried Tofu, Hot and Sour Soup, Red Bean Waffles, Bubble Tea - It can all be found here while listening to an 8 yr old on stage singing "Hit the road Jack" with 5 keyboards being played behind him - all the while screaming at the crowd to sing along. This was the final weekend before shutting down for the year, and thank goodness we made it before it closed! But man it was cold! Not raining but cold. Look at all the happy faces! Nick and Ralph and Ryan - what is Ryan looking at? Jill, Aubrey, (Wade) and Hillary eating mmm sugar? Hillary and Leigh enjoy some squid