Yesterday was the uneiling of the 2010 paralympic games emblem. Its not bad, I like it more then the inukshuk although it is just the head of the inukshuk with a mountain in it. There was a great outdoor concert, with Spirit of the West, Chantal Kreviazuk, Philosopher Kings and a few other bands.

Over all I was impressed with how it all went down. The flow of the day was great, no big waits for something to happen. There were a few technical glitches, the fireworks at the end almost seemed like they got wet and fizzled rather then shooting into the air. But they did do a good job keeping things moving along, and the bands were all great.

I didn’t think I would have been into Chantal, but she put on a good show. Seemed to involve the crowd, but talked way too much. Spirit of the West was as great as always, I made a call to Seabass when they played Home For A Rest. Not sure what time it was in South African but I’m sure he will not mind getting the message.. Philosopher Kings were a great closer, I’m not sure how long the band has been around (I know its been a long time).. but they still have tons of energy.

Before I go on.. I have to say I like the Logo..

I’m thinking that the logo business it one to get into, make a small image and tell people what the hell it means for 20 mins. I can’t believe the weight they put on the thing, I’ll give you some of the points

• Winter Games identity
• Represents the spirit of the host region
• Serves as an inspirational symbol
• Highlights the natural beauty of Canada’s West Coast – sky, water, and forests reflected by striking blues and a strip of green.
• Symbolize the enormous strength and determination of the athletes
• Forms the shape of an athlete in motion
• A visual reminder of the paralympic games and the natural environment of Canada’s west cost
• It meshes well with Iianaaq, its sister emblem
• Serves as a reminder that the 2010 games will be celebrated with an integrated spirit of fair play, integrity and excellence.

That’s about all I can take.. I can’t believe how much this thing says? Where do people come up with these things? Why do they feel the need to ‘sell it’ to us, it’s a nice logo, we know its going to represent the games in our region and I know what the games and where I live means to me. I say get to the point and be proud of your decision, don’t drone on about it like Chantal Kreviazuk and her theater story.

Could you imagine if someone asked you about the west coast, don’t tell them anything just send them the logo and say ‘this is the west coast’. But maybe its me? But I don’t think photos or words do the area justice so how could a logo.


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House Boating.. well, I’m not sure I can say much about the trip.. It was NUTS.. I have seen lots of crazy shit in my time, but this took the cake.

I don’t think I can tell the story of the week as we decided that using the Vegas slogan – ‘what happens on the houseboat stays on the houseboat’. If you ask me I’ll give you some details with out using names… sorry.. I will post a few photos.


My birthday was this last week as well.. I didn’t go nuts.. I did go to Moe Joe’s, but the bar was kind of empty. I was not really feeling up to a huge night as I had to work the next day and the houseboat kicked my ass.. I did loose track after about 10 shots, but after the week I just finished it seemed like nothing.



I’ll be home next week, I leave for the city on Tuesday and will be in Toronto Wednesday afternoon. I have no plans after that, I’m sure I’ll spend a night at my brothers place, and Logan wants to hang out as well. I don’t think the 2 make for a good combination but I’m sure it will work its self out

I still have no transportation from TO to Windsor, but again.. I’m hoping that it will just work itself out. Buss train or plane..