wow, how time flies by... it only seems like yesterday that we were walking down the aisle... but in reality it's been TWO years already. So for this year, I don't have anything planned... no, not because I forgot but actually because I planned last year's little outing and this year "A" said she would like to plan it. So we'll see what will happen...

Last night, I had my first evaluation - not receiving but giving!! I was asked by my home club to go and assess a game (referee and assistants). The game was a U14M game but the referee didn't show up as (we found out later) he had hurt his foot. So the senior assistant was promoted to the middle. Turns out the new referee is actually the sister of the referee who was supposed to show up. So that meant they were missing an assistant. But 5 minutes into the game another assistant showed up. Overall the referee did very well, but like any game there were things to clean up and improve on - all of which will go into my report.

Then after the game, there was another game but the assistant that showed up late had to leave because he was scheduled on another game. So they were short an assistant again. So I volunteered to stay and help out. But just as we were finishing the player verification, a referee had shown up who was asked to do the middle. So all was ok in the end and now I just have to write the report.

So today finishes the first of my four "2-day weeks". Tomorrow is a day off, since it's St. Jean-Baptiste day and we've got a BarBQ planned. Weather-wise, it's supposed to be 30 degrees so that's going to be really nice. Then I've got another 2 working days (the second 2-day week). Then next week is Monday-Tuesday working, Wednesday off and then Thursday-Friday working and then I'm off for 51 DAYS!!!!! I can't wait....

Well, actually, it's just the end of THIS week update as I know it's been over a week since the last update.

Last Wednesday I had a dentist appointment and my dentist had said that he had gone to a conference in which a study was published saying that toothpaste shouldn't be used when brushing teeth since all toothpastes contains abrasives. Well, obviously the toothpaste people are not happy at all with a statement like that. And I thought it was an interesting study. So I told my dentist I would give it a try and we'd see what happens after 6 months. Well, after a week, I've gone back to using toothpaste. My mouth just didn't feel clean and fresh... Anyways, maybe the study is true but it sure isn't practical...

Had a couple of Federation games on the weekend that went very well and also a Metro level game that went very well. I dunno, it just seems that I am getting more used to the higher level games these days (I say that now when tonight I have a Division-1 game which is always stressful...)

On Wednesday after work, I jumped into the pool!! it was great. the water temperature was a very comfortable 78. And this is because of the thermal blanket that I had bought when my brother-in-law told me of a sale at Club-Piscine (50% off!!!) So I got one and it warmed up the pool 9 degrees in 24 hours... Wynter came in with me and was very unsure as she has not gone in the pool before. But she seemed to enjoy it so this summer will be a lot of fun.

This weekend starts off with the aforementioned Division-1 game tonight, then tomorrow we've got a referee's general meeting in which I've been asked to chair - hopefully there won't be any uncomfortable moments... and then in the afternoon is supposed to be the LLO Pool/BarBQ party. but the weather is being very iffy and it's not certain if it will happen.

Sunday evening is a double-header in which I'm in the middle for both games, so there's going to be a lot of running. But that's all good because I have my second Cooper test at the beginning of July - I'll need to pass this one if I am to get any good games in the latter part of the season.

And finally, a little update on Wynter, who is growing unbelievably quickly. She really feels solid and is always sitting up now, even in her little bouncy chair. She's also learned to "scooch", which means she slides on her bum. She can kind of crawl but only backwards. When I am off this summer, I'm sure she'll be doing a lot of things for the first time.

My honey's home... and of course she looks great with a fabulous tan. She told me of all her adventures and activities that they did while there and it sounds like she had a wonderful time.

Well, the schedule's back to the regular grind with a U16M AAA game last night and it went extremely well. I handed out a total of 6 cautions but they were all warranted as they were late tackles and holding to take away an advantage. But the game was under control and it nice to watch and be a part of.

Tonight is a U21M AAA game at the same field as last night (out in Brossard). But the real pain in the rear is the fact that it's raining, and it's a cold rain. So I have a feeling I will be getting chilled to the bone again like a few weeks back up in Laval. But this time I have my long sleeve jersey so hopefully we'll be wearing that colour.

... "A" will be home. Yup, the week has passed with, if I may say so, flying colours. I didn't have to think about work and didn't think much about refereeing either. I did have some committee work to do, but it really didn't take up much time.

So, now after a week, my honey's coming home. It will really be interesting to see how Wynter will react when she sees her mommy.

Well, today was another (ehem!) super busy day. The little one and I headed out for a nice walk and then we headed to Bureau en Gros for some replacement pens for reffing - my pens ran out, And that was pretty much it. oh and I did do some clean-up in anticipation of "A"'s return.

Arrival time is scheduled for 11-something this evening so we'll make sure we get there a little before. I'll be tracking the flight online so I'll pretty much know if she's ontime...

But now the bad news... tomorrow, it's back work... aaaaaahhhh!!! oh well, it'll be good to see everyone again. and next week reffing starts up again with a HUGE U16 AAA game - and I didn't do a whole lot of cardio work this past week, so I have a feeling I'm gonna be hurting on Tuesday morning...

Today was a beautiful day (temperature-wise), so Wynter and I decided to go for a nice walk. We also needed a couple of things from Wal-mart so we made a trip out there (with the car, of course).

I also decided to set up Wynter's pool - a little blow-up thing with a small roof that blocks the sun. It looks really cute, however the problem is that the water was too cold. As soon as Wynter's feet were in the water, she started bawling. Now, we already know she loves being in the water since every time we give her a bath, she's splashing all about. So I'll have to try that again with warmer water.

Did a little bit of clean-up as well today to get ready for "A"'s return tomorrow. I have a feeling Wynter will be very excited to see her and we're planning to go to the airport and get all setup for when they come through the immigration doors. I'll have to remember the Kleenex as I'm sure "A" will be streaming when she see the little munchkin...

On the milk-front, I believe I have enough milk to last for tomorrow's feedings - this is with the mixing 50/50 with formula. So I think it worked out, even if we terribly under-estimated how much she drinks.