Do you have a place you can go and just let go? A place you can find some solitude or have an uninterrupted thought? Maybe you have a place you can retreat to to enjoy a warm meal and glass of wine without having to tend to wee ones? Well my parent- friends can found that place at my house.
After the birth of their first baby one of our friends mentioned to my husband how great it was to hang out at our place with no crying baby or children decor. Those are things we take for granted as we don't have them. After a classic childfree evening with the same group of friends our home became known as"the parent sanctuary." I thought it was cute. And the more I pondered this idea of my house being a parent refuge, a place parents can hide- out and recharge their weary selves, the more I felt good about it. As much as parents love their children they need a break from time to time. Just as I love my dog there are times when its nice not having the furry guy around. It's time for just me. For many years, Scott and I struggled or felt guilty for wanting to throw adult -only parties. People seemed offended that we wouldn't invite their offspring to our house, but as time went by I got over feeling badly about it. I realized there are plenty of times we go to parties where there are kids, so why do our gatherings need to include children, when we don't have them ourselves? Our house isn't equipped for tiny humans, and even if it was, there are times when adults need to let lose, which can be hard when babies and toddlers are watching your every action and word. So now most of our invites are adult -only simply because it is easier for us and with the nick-name Parent Sanctuary it is easier to suggest a childfree evening. Because let's face it everyone deserves a break from time to time.
Monday, November 10, 2014
Monday, October 13, 2014
My Book Baby Update
Over the last few weeks people have been asking "how's the book coming?" To which I reply "which one?" My seven year writing journey has certainly not ended, but taken on a forked path. My first manuscript titled Marbles and Wine (formerly titled It's Like Holding A Marble In my Mouth) is complete. I finished it back in early January of this year, so I let a few of my friends read it and encouraged them to give me feedback. And they did! In late Sept I hosted a Reader's Dinner for my gracious reader's to come and discuss Marbles and Wine and tell me what it needed. After a lovely meal and of course wine, all of us debated about characters, favourite scenes, and actors who would play the main parts. We had a great time. I took note of the parts that needed fine tuning, and I spoke to others who could not make it and got their feedback too. So now I truly feel Marbles and Wine is complete, well complete enough for a publisher. This next step is tricky and complicated to say the least, but I'm working on it. I have contacted a few publishers and just need to be patient for their replies. In the mean time I will contact more and some literary agents to help spread the word.
With that book to bed I have begun another manuscript titled Hunter's Wife (and no it is not about Scott and I.) However our dog Triggs is in this one, with lots of other strange characters that reside in a fictional town called Raven's Harbour. And I'm loving where this book is going. The lead characters Gillian and Reinar came to me this summer and demanded their story to be told. I don't know where they will all end up, but I do know, they are fun to write about. What's neat about them is that they both have careers I think I'd like to have- Chef at a Hunting Lodge and Feature's Reporter at the local paper. Since I'm not an expert in these fields I'm doing a lot of research for this novel, so if any chefs or reporters want to lend an ear I'd love to bounce ideas off of you. There is a hunting aspect as well, but I think I have that covered with Scott. Another neat aspect is that unlike Marbles and Wine there is a male narrator and at times a more masculine tone, so that might appeal to a larger audience.
My projections with Hunter's Wife is to have a draft done by Summer 2015, if real life doesn't get in the way...
So I guess you can say I have two book babies.
With that book to bed I have begun another manuscript titled Hunter's Wife (and no it is not about Scott and I.) However our dog Triggs is in this one, with lots of other strange characters that reside in a fictional town called Raven's Harbour. And I'm loving where this book is going. The lead characters Gillian and Reinar came to me this summer and demanded their story to be told. I don't know where they will all end up, but I do know, they are fun to write about. What's neat about them is that they both have careers I think I'd like to have- Chef at a Hunting Lodge and Feature's Reporter at the local paper. Since I'm not an expert in these fields I'm doing a lot of research for this novel, so if any chefs or reporters want to lend an ear I'd love to bounce ideas off of you. There is a hunting aspect as well, but I think I have that covered with Scott. Another neat aspect is that unlike Marbles and Wine there is a male narrator and at times a more masculine tone, so that might appeal to a larger audience.
My projections with Hunter's Wife is to have a draft done by Summer 2015, if real life doesn't get in the way...
So I guess you can say I have two book babies.
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Decade of Teaching
It just occurred to me the other day when I was chatting with one of my dear friends, whom I met in university, that this September will be our tenth year of teaching. A whole decade! Wow, time flew by. For me it still feels like yesterday that I began my career as a bright eyed, naive teacher, ready to take on the world. But it wasn't yesterday, it was Sept 24th 2004. My first teaching assignment was a .40 job share at North Surrey Secondary, teaching English 8, 9, 11, Comm 12,and Wr12. That was also the year I did my only stint as a TOC. A position that I'd never want to do again, but it's one I think all teachers should endure, as that's where I learnt my classroom management skills, found the schools I like working in, and it made me appreciate my own room when I got one.
The following year I landed a full time gig at Sullivan Heights, where I have resided for the past nine years. But my course load sure has changed over the years. I started as the drama teacher and soon realized I'd be better suited for a full time English position. In order to do that I had to wheel and deal over the next few years to achieve that. In the mean time, while teaching drama, I had lots of fun playing games, writing scripts with students, and putting on several shows.
Then as the years went on I gained a few blocks of English by taking on the program most English teachers don't want- Communications. This is where most of the clientele need a different approach to education. It was here that I learned the value of good rapport with your students. In a Comm class this is paramount. They need to be able to trust you and feel like you are on their side, but you also need boundaries. If you can attain this then the students will be on your side. It works with regular classes too, but Comm kids need more of an ear to listen than a lecturer.
This was also the time in my career that I was a travelling teacher. I had a home-base in the drama room, but as the semesters moved along and I picked up English courses, I had to teach in other teacher's classrooms. I did this for a few years and killed myself every year. It was exhausting running from one end of the school to the other, towing a crap load of materials with you. I'd always forget something along the way. I've been very fortunate to have my room for awhile now, and I can't imagine doing that again. My heart goes out yo the new teachers that do it all the time.
Now I'm a full time English teacher and far from being a newbie. But I still don't consider myself a veteran. I'm still learning new ways to fine tune my classroom management skills and hone my teaching practice. It seems each year I try to incorporate something new. The past two years I focused on technology in the classroom, which had it's up and downs. This year I want to take on a more social/emotional approach to teaching. Getting students to be more aware of their emotions and how to control them a bit better is a goal of mine. Not to mention I want to have them spend less time on their devices and more time focusing of their studies, and interacting with one another. You'd be surprised at how many students are afraid to talk to a fellow student they don't know. Many have a hard time making friends in school, and I'm hoping to help with that.
These past 10 years have not been easy by any means. There were lots of moments I wanted to give up and search for a new career path, one that wasn't so demanding. It's the only job that you are 'on' from the moment you step into the building, with so many people dependent on you and your mood. If you start off in a bad mood, chances are the rest of your day will be challenging. Everyday I have to watch what I say and do, as everything I do and say are scrutinized by students, colleagues and admin. Well it's usually the students who notice your new outfit or that your shirt is inside out. Yes that happened to me. As well as, I have spilled an entire smoothie down the front of me while lecturing a group of sixteen-year-olds. Oh, there are so many things I've done that are embarrassing. At least my students know I'm human. My job at work is not just teacher, but a counsellor, parent, police officer, role model, and at times a glorified babysitter. There are times I feel like a juggler trying to keep all the balls going, get everything done, and try to drink a cup of coffee without it getting cold.
But my job is never boring. In ten years I have had some bizarre things happen in my classroom, like boys duking it out, girls crying, spontaneous dance offs, witches and many different types of Shakespearean characters visited, political debates, and silly debates about the best food to eat when you are feeling sad. Students have left me speechless after their presentations, wowed me with their achievements, and made me see life in a different light. And if you ask any of my colleagues who teach near by you'd know at least once a day I break out laughing. My students make me laugh everyday. What other job does that happen?
I may complain from time to time about the things they didn't teach us in Teacher's school, like all the politics around teaching, but it's something I love doing. I love September and the start of another new school year. It holds so much promise. So I hope this Sept I get to celebrate in my classroom with my new students.
The following year I landed a full time gig at Sullivan Heights, where I have resided for the past nine years. But my course load sure has changed over the years. I started as the drama teacher and soon realized I'd be better suited for a full time English position. In order to do that I had to wheel and deal over the next few years to achieve that. In the mean time, while teaching drama, I had lots of fun playing games, writing scripts with students, and putting on several shows.
Then as the years went on I gained a few blocks of English by taking on the program most English teachers don't want- Communications. This is where most of the clientele need a different approach to education. It was here that I learned the value of good rapport with your students. In a Comm class this is paramount. They need to be able to trust you and feel like you are on their side, but you also need boundaries. If you can attain this then the students will be on your side. It works with regular classes too, but Comm kids need more of an ear to listen than a lecturer.
This was also the time in my career that I was a travelling teacher. I had a home-base in the drama room, but as the semesters moved along and I picked up English courses, I had to teach in other teacher's classrooms. I did this for a few years and killed myself every year. It was exhausting running from one end of the school to the other, towing a crap load of materials with you. I'd always forget something along the way. I've been very fortunate to have my room for awhile now, and I can't imagine doing that again. My heart goes out yo the new teachers that do it all the time.
Now I'm a full time English teacher and far from being a newbie. But I still don't consider myself a veteran. I'm still learning new ways to fine tune my classroom management skills and hone my teaching practice. It seems each year I try to incorporate something new. The past two years I focused on technology in the classroom, which had it's up and downs. This year I want to take on a more social/emotional approach to teaching. Getting students to be more aware of their emotions and how to control them a bit better is a goal of mine. Not to mention I want to have them spend less time on their devices and more time focusing of their studies, and interacting with one another. You'd be surprised at how many students are afraid to talk to a fellow student they don't know. Many have a hard time making friends in school, and I'm hoping to help with that.
These past 10 years have not been easy by any means. There were lots of moments I wanted to give up and search for a new career path, one that wasn't so demanding. It's the only job that you are 'on' from the moment you step into the building, with so many people dependent on you and your mood. If you start off in a bad mood, chances are the rest of your day will be challenging. Everyday I have to watch what I say and do, as everything I do and say are scrutinized by students, colleagues and admin. Well it's usually the students who notice your new outfit or that your shirt is inside out. Yes that happened to me. As well as, I have spilled an entire smoothie down the front of me while lecturing a group of sixteen-year-olds. Oh, there are so many things I've done that are embarrassing. At least my students know I'm human. My job at work is not just teacher, but a counsellor, parent, police officer, role model, and at times a glorified babysitter. There are times I feel like a juggler trying to keep all the balls going, get everything done, and try to drink a cup of coffee without it getting cold.
But my job is never boring. In ten years I have had some bizarre things happen in my classroom, like boys duking it out, girls crying, spontaneous dance offs, witches and many different types of Shakespearean characters visited, political debates, and silly debates about the best food to eat when you are feeling sad. Students have left me speechless after their presentations, wowed me with their achievements, and made me see life in a different light. And if you ask any of my colleagues who teach near by you'd know at least once a day I break out laughing. My students make me laugh everyday. What other job does that happen?
I may complain from time to time about the things they didn't teach us in Teacher's school, like all the politics around teaching, but it's something I love doing. I love September and the start of another new school year. It holds so much promise. So I hope this Sept I get to celebrate in my classroom with my new students.
Saturday, August 2, 2014
Cotton Anniversary (year 2)
It has been 730 days of wedded bliss! Okay maybe not every moment could be described as blissful, but so far these past two years of marriage have been good, and our 2nd wedding anniversary vacation was pretty amazing.
Just like last year, Scott and I, with our dog Triggs, managed to get away from reality for about a week. This in itself was considered an epic feat as Scott hasn't had more than a few days off in one stretch for about a year now. His young business SMT Cabinets and Millwork has been keeping him pretty busy in the last year; not that we are complaining in the least. It's just that all work and no play makes for a stressed out man and consequently a stressed wife. So with our anniversary in sight we both agreed Scott needed to push back his work schedule and schedule in some "down time" with me.
So last week we packed up and headed to sunny Shuswap. We arrived at the cabin Wednesday night in record time to find the the place without power. Usually that would have put a damper on the vacay mood, but we made the best of it; in actuality it created spontaneous romance- candles, nothing to do but sit on the deck and watch the millions of stars (which are normally hidden from the lights of near by cabin ect). We drank wine and reminisced about our wedding day and finally got a chance to reconnect. The next day it poured rain but the weather didn't wash out our plans, as we didn't have any. That's right, we did something so foreign, so radical called - NOTHING. With rain as our backdrop and only a chilled -out dog to care for, we hunkered down on the deck armed with coffee and Handyman magazines for Scott and Food Network magazines for me. Then for countless hours we read and relaxed. After a lengthy nap Scott and I adorned aprons and created a feast for dinner; menu being grilled corn on the cob, summer salad, and BBQ spatchcock chicken (butterflied whole chicken) in Scott's special spice blend and Quail's Gate Pinot Noir..
As the week waxed on, we got into the habit of sleeping late (8ish, since the alarm at home goes off at 5), reading on the deck while drinking coffee, and then after brunch heading to the beach. Friends of ours lent us their kayaks and this semi-new activity became one of our favourite past times. Within 20 mins of our first voyage we were gliding along enthusiastically planning the purchase of our own to tool around the lower mainland with. Hours floated by while on these vessels and I felt the burn in arms later.
They even came in handy when we had Triggs on the beach with us one day. He spotted a flock of ducks in the water and swam after them. These ducks didn't want a new friend but Triggs wasn't taking no for an answer, so Scott paddled out into the lake to redirect Triggs before he would drown. Later that day we got Triggs into a kayak with Scott. On our last day we were treated to a boat cruise with our lake family. It was so relaxing and really cool to see the other side of the lake.
After six full days we were all uber relaxed and headed for home. Little did we know our epic vacation would be slightly prolonged as entering Merritt we discovered the handy #5 HWY to be closed. This meant rerouting through Spences Bridge to get onto the very slow, but scenic #1 (Fraser Canyon). Still in our zen state we took this as another opportunity to see new places. And I actually stayed awake (normally I sleep on the way home from the lake). 6.5 hours we made it home safe and sound.
Here's to another 365 days of wedded bliss.
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| Beach Time |
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| Chef Scott with his chicken |
As the week waxed on, we got into the habit of sleeping late (8ish, since the alarm at home goes off at 5), reading on the deck while drinking coffee, and then after brunch heading to the beach. Friends of ours lent us their kayaks and this semi-new activity became one of our favourite past times. Within 20 mins of our first voyage we were gliding along enthusiastically planning the purchase of our own to tool around the lower mainland with. Hours floated by while on these vessels and I felt the burn in arms later.
They even came in handy when we had Triggs on the beach with us one day. He spotted a flock of ducks in the water and swam after them. These ducks didn't want a new friend but Triggs wasn't taking no for an answer, so Scott paddled out into the lake to redirect Triggs before he would drown. Later that day we got Triggs into a kayak with Scott. On our last day we were treated to a boat cruise with our lake family. It was so relaxing and really cool to see the other side of the lake.
Here's to another 365 days of wedded bliss.
Thursday, July 10, 2014
Fanning the Flames of Marriage
As I sit in the backyard garden, sipping the last of the crisp Pinot Grigio, the night air ripples along my bare arms, creating a tingling sensation in my body. The stars are out, husband is sleeping and I'm left satisfied with the memory of our dinner date we had only hours ago. I made a simple grilled prawn salad with garlic and Parmesan toast points, paired with a chilled Pinot Grigio for dinner. Outside I arranged an intimate table with a table cloth and candles, and Scott and I enjoyed each other's company for a quiet evening at home. Between our work schedules and our active social life, we find it hard to maintain romance through out the week. But by July 1st when I'm on summer break and the nights are long it seems to be easier to squeeze in some alone time. Summer is the season when we can turn off the TV and tune into one another, and I find just planning a few simple, inexpensive dates does the trick to fan the flames of our marriage.
Last year I made the effort to plan and prepare a picnic once a week. A different location and menu for each week, and as a result we had at least one meal together undisturbed by cellphones or other distractions around the house. For Scott and I, just being alone, focusing on each other through conversation seems to bring us closer, which sparks an intimacy we can carry into the bedroom. So participating in the dating ritual, like when we first ignited the flame between us, works every time. However, now that we are married and have been together awhile, date nights don't seem to be top priority as they used to be- real life rears its ugly head in. Not to mention going out for elaborate dinners every week can add up fast.
So here are my favorite picks for summer date nights that add heat but don't squash the bank account.
1. Dinner for two, outside. I love our backyard and I'm a good cook, so I can whip up a nice meal, add some ambiance as mentioned in the beginning of the post, and bam we've got 'date night. No reservations needed.
2. If you have a deck and/or a fire pit available, post dinner drinks and s'mores or strawberries dipped in chocolate are a great way to catch up on the day, and maybe the sticky marsh mellows or chocolate will lead to something special.
3. Picnics for lunch or dinner. Choose a park, make some simple food- even a baguette, cheese and grapes, with a well disguised bottle of wine can be a lovely meal for two. Bring a blanket and fun game to play to work up an appetite, before or after the meal.
4. Enjoying fish and chips literally on the beach: order a two -piece with fries to share, sitting on a blanket in the sand. And then grab cold ice cream cones afterwards and stroll along the beach to watch the sunset.
5. Patios are now open and Happy Hour now on most menus, so you can eat, drink and be merry. Find a picturesque location to enjoy the libations and you will probably enjoy much more.
6. Go on a wine tasting. Most wineries have free tastings or the fee is waved when you purchase a bottle. And let's be honest who doesn't end up buying a bottle before they leave. Lots of local wineries allow you to bring your own food for picnics. And Backyard Winery in South Langley is open late Friday and Saturday nights. Pop in for a tasting or a glass and let the magic of the wine do the rest.
7. Create a playlist of your relationship soundtrack, and dance the night away in your backyard or just reminisce when and where you two first heard that song together. What makes that song important to you?
8. Too hot to sleep upstairs, then pull your mattress downstairs where it is cool. Set up a movie night of romantic comedies and see where the night takes you.
If you have any fun and affordable ways to keep weekly date nights alive, then tell me about them.
Last year I made the effort to plan and prepare a picnic once a week. A different location and menu for each week, and as a result we had at least one meal together undisturbed by cellphones or other distractions around the house. For Scott and I, just being alone, focusing on each other through conversation seems to bring us closer, which sparks an intimacy we can carry into the bedroom. So participating in the dating ritual, like when we first ignited the flame between us, works every time. However, now that we are married and have been together awhile, date nights don't seem to be top priority as they used to be- real life rears its ugly head in. Not to mention going out for elaborate dinners every week can add up fast.
So here are my favorite picks for summer date nights that add heat but don't squash the bank account.
1. Dinner for two, outside. I love our backyard and I'm a good cook, so I can whip up a nice meal, add some ambiance as mentioned in the beginning of the post, and bam we've got 'date night. No reservations needed.2. If you have a deck and/or a fire pit available, post dinner drinks and s'mores or strawberries dipped in chocolate are a great way to catch up on the day, and maybe the sticky marsh mellows or chocolate will lead to something special.
3. Picnics for lunch or dinner. Choose a park, make some simple food- even a baguette, cheese and grapes, with a well disguised bottle of wine can be a lovely meal for two. Bring a blanket and fun game to play to work up an appetite, before or after the meal.
4. Enjoying fish and chips literally on the beach: order a two -piece with fries to share, sitting on a blanket in the sand. And then grab cold ice cream cones afterwards and stroll along the beach to watch the sunset.
5. Patios are now open and Happy Hour now on most menus, so you can eat, drink and be merry. Find a picturesque location to enjoy the libations and you will probably enjoy much more.
6. Go on a wine tasting. Most wineries have free tastings or the fee is waved when you purchase a bottle. And let's be honest who doesn't end up buying a bottle before they leave. Lots of local wineries allow you to bring your own food for picnics. And Backyard Winery in South Langley is open late Friday and Saturday nights. Pop in for a tasting or a glass and let the magic of the wine do the rest.7. Create a playlist of your relationship soundtrack, and dance the night away in your backyard or just reminisce when and where you two first heard that song together. What makes that song important to you?
8. Too hot to sleep upstairs, then pull your mattress downstairs where it is cool. Set up a movie night of romantic comedies and see where the night takes you.
If you have any fun and affordable ways to keep weekly date nights alive, then tell me about them.
Wednesday, June 25, 2014
Summer Bucket List
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| Last years berry harvest |
By Aug 30th my post summer- guilt kicks in and I'm kicking myself for not learning to paddle- board (that has been on my list for the last three years). Much like New Years Resolutions, the Summer Bucket list can be difficult to complete; you have so many new and exciting things to do or see that the 100 item list is virtually impossible to cram into 60 days. Between work, family and housework when will you check off even half of the list? I'm lucky in that I do have the 60 days work free and I still never fully cross off every item on my Bucket List.
So how do you accomplish the list completely, avoiding the post summer- guilt, you ask? Well, one thing you can do is what my Bestie does- write a Summer Mantra that helps encompass many aspects of summer into one sentence. She hasn't posted hers yet, but I think mine last year was- This is the summer of Wellness, Good Food and Great Company. So in other words I wanted to relax, keep fit, hang out with people I love and enjoy all the yummy summer food. All you need to do is write This is the summer of.... and fill in the blank with 3-4 things you want to focus on. I usually do the mantra and then I make a long bucket list.
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| Cabin View |
My Summer Bucket List:1. Berry Picking with my mom at Krause Berry Farms
2. Eat fish n' chips from Moby Dicks' on the beach
3.Attend an outdoor concert or play
4.Spend a few days at the lake alone to write
5.Swim at Shuswap lake
6.Campfire and S'mores
7.Get away with just Scott and Triggs
8.Go on a boat ride
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| Boat Ride last year |
10. Attend or Host a BBQ with friends
11. Drink The Flame ( an ice wine we bought three summers ago)
12.Play at the beach with my nieces and family
13. Make homemade boozy Popsicles
14.Read a book in a day
15. Paddle Board (it's happening this year)
Mantra: This is the summer of yoga, writing, fabulous company and romance
Yes, I said romance. Stay tuned for my inexpensive dates and ways to ignite the flame post
So start your list or mantra and share it with me. What is the first thing you want to do this summer?
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
Ole Ole Ole
This post is supposed to be tongue-in-cheek, so all you FIFA fans please take this as just that.
It recently occurred to me that it has been almost two months since I last wrote a blog post, and while most people would think I'd post something about the teacher-strike, I have to say quiet frankly I'm done talking about it. So instead here is my view on something that has taken over our house in the last week and a half- FIFA World Cup!!
Most of you know I'm not an expert on sports, let alone soccer. Nor do I usually notice sports unless my husband is watching them and even then I'm usually wrapped up in the Twitter verse to really know what is happening. Then one day last week this weird phenomenon happened- I was home bored and I put on FIFA. And I have to say I was impressed by these athletic Gods of the soccer ball. When Scott came home he asked what I did that day and I replied "watched the World Cup". He almost fell over.
Then he asked me why. I replied " because have you seen these guys? They are remarkable. Not only are these men incredibly athletic and passionate about their sport, but ALL of them are sexy. I don't know if it's the uniform, or all the running and sweating, but there is something to be said about soccer players. They are something to look at". He chimed in with "aren't all athletes good-looking?"
"Not really" I smirked. So I went on to explain my grading system of the sports we regularly watch- Hockey, Football, and Golf.
* Hockey players are probably well-tuned athletes too, but they wear bulky uniforms that cover up everything, and they have missing teeth, brutish looks and they spit a lot while on the bench. Not my cup of tea.
* Football players are pretty much the same as hockey players, and some of them are definitely not in the best of shape.
Then you have Golfers. They may dress nicely, but with the exception of Adam Scott, there isn't much sex appeal; it's kind of like watching your dad or brother play. Not to mention the matches are slow and can be boring.
Soccer and Australian Football are new sports in our household and I'm slowly learning the lingo and rules, but in the meantime, I'm finding it pretty exciting to watch. No to mention it keeps my mind off of other stressful things. So Ole, Ole, Ole...
It recently occurred to me that it has been almost two months since I last wrote a blog post, and while most people would think I'd post something about the teacher-strike, I have to say quiet frankly I'm done talking about it. So instead here is my view on something that has taken over our house in the last week and a half- FIFA World Cup!!
Most of you know I'm not an expert on sports, let alone soccer. Nor do I usually notice sports unless my husband is watching them and even then I'm usually wrapped up in the Twitter verse to really know what is happening. Then one day last week this weird phenomenon happened- I was home bored and I put on FIFA. And I have to say I was impressed by these athletic Gods of the soccer ball. When Scott came home he asked what I did that day and I replied "watched the World Cup". He almost fell over. Then he asked me why. I replied " because have you seen these guys? They are remarkable. Not only are these men incredibly athletic and passionate about their sport, but ALL of them are sexy. I don't know if it's the uniform, or all the running and sweating, but there is something to be said about soccer players. They are something to look at". He chimed in with "aren't all athletes good-looking?"
"Not really" I smirked. So I went on to explain my grading system of the sports we regularly watch- Hockey, Football, and Golf.
* Hockey players are probably well-tuned athletes too, but they wear bulky uniforms that cover up everything, and they have missing teeth, brutish looks and they spit a lot while on the bench. Not my cup of tea.
* Football players are pretty much the same as hockey players, and some of them are definitely not in the best of shape.
Then you have Golfers. They may dress nicely, but with the exception of Adam Scott, there isn't much sex appeal; it's kind of like watching your dad or brother play. Not to mention the matches are slow and can be boring.
Soccer and Australian Football are new sports in our household and I'm slowly learning the lingo and rules, but in the meantime, I'm finding it pretty exciting to watch. No to mention it keeps my mind off of other stressful things. So Ole, Ole, Ole...
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