Doggie Makeover Madness

It's been awhile since I blogged about Junior and I thought I would do this today.

This weekend Junior went in for his very first dog grooming. I was of course complete scared about it. I've heard horror stories of what some dog groomers have done, either to the dog themselves or just claiming the dog was worse or required more than is necessary.

Well to keep a long story short, I was proven wrong with Davie Groomers. They were awesome to deal with. They answered all my questions and were very understanding as this was Junior's first grooming.

We dropped off Junior at 9:30 am in the morning and by 11:30am they had called me to let me know he was ready to be picked up. Being just around the corner when they called, I rushed over to get a good look at the new Junior. All I have to say is WOW! Davie Groomers did an awesome job! Junior is now looking like a miniature Schnauzer.

I have the images of his before and after shot here or on my flickr (link) page.

Wondering Eye

Today I went to IRIS on West Pender and Howe Street for my eye check up.

After paying my $95 to have the eye examination, I'm proud to say that my eye site has not changed in over 4 years now. WOOHOO.

The optometrist started to talk to me about eye surgery to correct my eyes and he thought it wouldn't be necessary since the prescription wasn't that high and I probably wouldn't notice much of a difference in the long run. We then started talking about contact lenses, which I wear on occasion, and let him know that sometimes my eyes get very dry when I wear then. He suggested the Acuvue Oasys (TM) and said that they probably had a trial pair I could try.

Little did I know that when they transferred me to the Optician they wanted to charge me $50 to fit my eyes. I questioned why they would need to "fit" my eyes and her comment was "they are of different material". As far as I was aware I have never been fitted for contacts, and I'm an occasional wearer of them. Needless to say I said "no". Not only will i go elsewhere where they will not have to "fit" my eyes, but I think I will go elsewhere to have my eyes examined next time.

Hey You!

Madonna has just released a new song to co-inside with her Live Earth performance later this summer called "Hey You".

You can download the song free of charge for the next 6 days at MSN.com or by clicking on the following link.

Though she doesn't sing about the Earth, she does sing about "love" and changing each other. This is a very 60's influence song, peace and love.

I'm enjoying it, but when do I not enjoy Madonna (ok American Life sucked, but whatever).

Happy Birthday Amanda

Happy Birthday Amanda!!!

WOW, it's very hard to believe that 28 years (OOPS 27 years) ago you were born. I of course was only 11 years old at the time and because of your birth, everyone made fun of me by calling me "Uncle Gus". Boy I hated that :) But you never called me Uncle Gus, which was was always nice! :)

Now that the years of changed, I don't mind being called Uncle and it's always nice that you will always have an Uncle that is close to your age. :)

Hope you have the best of birthdays!!!

Love,
Uncle Gus!

EDIT- OK SO I screwed up, you are 27 years old!!!

Happy Mother's Day

Today is a very special day for mom's out there. I have to send a very big wish to my mother back in Woodbridge, Ontario a BIG and HAPPY Mother's Day!!! Though I can't be there in person you will be in my heart all day. I know I probably wasn't easy to raise when I was a child and we've had our moments, but the end results speaks for itself.

I have to give other best wishes to both my sisters, (Gladys and Maria) who are both mothers and have done an amazing job of raising their children. I'm sure it hasn't been easy, but I'm sure you both have enjoyed the end results.

Last, but not least, a special wish also goes out to Russ' mother on this day. She hasn't been in the best health these days and everyday is more precious than the next for Russ. We will see her for dinner tonight.

Big HUGs to all of them!

Come on Blenz!

Being Argentinian I just love having Yerba Mate (wiki).

I was happy when Blenz introduced their Yerba Mate Latte but was surprised that most locations won't just give me the tea alone. I really don't understand why some locations just won't serve the tea without the steamed milk. I'm so surprised at the looks the clerks give me when I request it. "Oh so you just want the Yerba Mate tea alone?...No we can't do that" It's TEA PEOPLE!!! Just add water! :)

I'm just glad the Blenz located at Davie and Richards (just down the street from where I live) does it for me all the time, no questions asked. They have to be the best people. They always have smiles on their faces and go that extra mile for their clients! I will definitely continue to go to them.

So to the rest of the Blenz franchies out there, let's follow in this store's footsteps and just give me my damn Yerba Mate tea! :D

Steven's Communion

This past Sunday was my Nephew and God Child Steven's First Communion.

Now for all those catholics out there, this is a big deal. This is where you have the Eucharist for the first time (represents the body of Jesus, similar to when He broke bread and gave it to His Apostles).

As I couldn't be there for this family occasion I hope everyone had a good time.

Don't worry Steven, your card is in the mail. Your mother can explain why there as a delay...UGH!