When the summer came to the end, I did not really know what to expect for the fall where the summer went so amazingly. The main reason that the summer went so amazingly is because I had a very special person to spend it with and my major fear was losing her. See, after Labor Day weekend, Tiffany was going back to school doing Nursing (fast track, two year program) and the course load for that program is pretty high. In addition, work decided to put me on late shifts from 5:00pm to 1:30am and at first I thought that I wouldn't get to spend much time with her, but she has proven me otherwise. We pretty much work around each other's schedules, even to spend like an hour or so together for breakfast or lunch during the week which is always nice because we enjoy each other's presence. She'll even study when I am around and I don't distract her as much, because I definitely understand what university is like, specially after spending 6 years at Acadia. Some may say that I didn't really study much though, but I do have a Bachelor of Sciences in Geology and a Minor in Physics, so I must of done something right. I must of done something right with Tiffany as well in how great things are going there. We both agree that our previous relationships has nothing compared to ours and definitely in LOVE like no other. So my fear of losing her when the fall came is not there anymore because we really care for each other and willing to conquer all the challenges that are thrown at us together. It's pretty easy to see that things are great in the love portion of my life. Thanks Tiff!!!
So might as well start at the beginning of the month, around Labor Day weekend, where my parents came to visit and they took along my grandmother Pye as well. It was very nerve-wrecking for Tiffany because she never met them before and she just wanted them to like her as much as myself and Leon do. By the time that they left, they seen how happy I was with her and every time I talk to them on the phone now, they keep asking how she is doing. It was really nice to see the folks because I only get to see them once or twice a year now. I was only off one day that they were here, but I worked late and got up early just to spend time with them. They bought me groceries (that I am still living off) and clothes from the Randy River (thanks Andrea for your discount). They took Tiff and I out to a few restaurants as well, the biggest one being the Keg. I heard mix feelings about that place, but my experience there was that the food was GREAT!!! However, no meal could compare to the turkey dinner that Mudder cooked up the day before they left and I am sure Tiff can agree with that. Other than going to the stores and restaurants with them, we went to Cape Spear as well. My parents are great and hopefully I'll get to see them for Christmas this year.
The weekend after that was a long-weekend for me, so Tiff and I decided to go camping. Everyone thought we were nuts because of the time of year it was, but a weekend alone with her, doing something I love topped all charts of the favorite things I've done since I got to Newfoundland. That Friday, it was beautiful out, so I got things packed up and ready to go, while Tiffany went to school. After that, we drove to La Manche Provincial Park and found a camping site. When we found the camping site we liked, the fun started with putting up the tent and setting up the camping area so if it rained, we still could cook. I don't know who it was, but someone kept trying to distract me from doing so, but I got everything done before it got dark. That night we had a small fire and roasted some wieners and hit the sack early. We kind of slept in on Saturday, which was nice. When I was cooking breakfast that morning, a quick thunderstorm hit us and lucky for my set-up, we were still dry and was able to eat. After cleaning up, we went to a place called Ferryland to see the Avalon Colony, which is probably the oldest archaeological site in North America and I thought it was amazing there. We also took a hike to the lighthouse and spent a few ours there enjoying the sites. Then we drove to Renews so I could take a picture of myself by the sign for my friend Katie that is from there and now in Alberta (something to make her smile). On the way back to the campsite, we stopped into this restaurant, where Tiffany said they had the best French fries, with dressing and gravy and it was definitely good stuff. Before heading back to the campsite though, I decided we should take the hike to La Manche Village and Doctor's Cove. Beautiful scenery all over the place and I think my favorite part was the bridge going across the river, into the bay. That night, we had the best meal ever with steak (marinated for two days), potatoes (my special way), and onions and mushrooms as well. Tiffany will agree it was the best tasting steak ever. That night we relaxed in front of the fire because it rained all night and eventually slept and woke up to more rain. Sunday morning, when the rained died down, we packed up and headed back to St. John's where it was even grosser out. Tiffany felt sick, so she came home with me, where I cooked her some Corey's home remedy chicken and she seemed to feel better after that, so I was happy. So that was the long weekend in short format because if I told you everything that went on, I might as well write a book.
September 15th came around and that was myself and Tiffany's 4th month-a-versary. Tiffany had to go to school that day and I had to work, so we decided to go out the Bagel Cafe downtown for breakfast because they have the best hashbrowns. I surprised her that morning with a bouquet with many colorful flowers. See, I didn't want to get her roses because everyone does that and I wanted to be original for her and she loved them. Many of you may seen her display picture with them. Even though we didn't get to spend much time with each other that day, each month just keeps getting better and better.
This paragraph has special thanks to my brother Leon than got me tickets to the Molson Canadian Rocks Live Concert to see Our Lady Peace. K-Os was suppose to be there, but dropped out again, so Fuck You K-Os. So on September 17th, around 9:00pm NST, Our Lady Peace came on stage and the crowd went wild. One of the reasons that Tiffany and I had to get out of it because it really wasn't safe and I ended up hurting my shoulder and upper-back. However, the pain was well worth it because Our Lady Peace put on an awesome show and I called the bro the next day to thank him because of it. I didn't drink at the concert because the night before, I was at Stephanie's party and downtown where a bucket on top of my head became a waste bucket at the end of the night. You can say I was a little hungover by the end of the night, but if you are thinking I was the one that got sick, think again. Fun times for sure though and meeting Tiffany's friends from school was a pleasure and they were a lot of fun to be around and hope they don't think I am a nutcase, hehehe...
September 21st was the day I purchased two tickets to see an other one of my favorite bands, Collective Soul, which are playing on October 17th, 8:00pm NST. That was a great morning because I got up really early in the morning to spend time with Tiffany before she had to go to school and she made me some of her spicy scrambled eggs with turkey bacon (really good) and toast. My stomach wasn't feeling so well when I woke up that morning, but after I ate that, I felt a lot better. So after the breakfast, I went online and purchased 2 floor tickets, Row E, Seats 21 and 22 for myself and my Babes. I can't wait.
September 24th, PEARL JAM, PEARL JAM, PEARL JAM, PEARL JAM, PEARL JAM, my favorite band of all time came to St. John's, Newfoundland. It was the best concert I ever seen and I went with my roomie Tammy and her boyfriend Jason and of course Tiffany. It's funny though because we bought those tickets way back in May, not knowing how things would work out for us while we were only on our first month of dating. However, after that night, I wouldn't imagine seeing Pearl Jam with anyone else next to my side. The concert started at 7:00pm and ended at 11:00pm NST and the band did two encores which was great. To put "icing on the cake", they played my favorite song last which is "Yellow Leadbetter". There was a few video clips taken from my digital camera and pictures as well. More likely posted by this time on my MSN Space. I even called my bro to let him listen to them live as well because he always misses out living at home and all. He does so much for me, so I had to give something in return, so I also bought him a toque. So yeah, I got the t-shirt, hehehe... I couldn't stop standing and clapping the whole night and when the night ended, PEARL JAM WAS BY FAR A DREAM COMING TRUE FOR ME.
Even though September is not yet over, I don't think I can end this blog with anything bigger than Pearl Jam. So my life on the Rock went from rock-bottom to what it is now and what it is, great. From how things are going right now, I can see my future getting even better, with my girl next to my side. Tiffany is the love of my life and I will always be there for her for whatever, whenever, and wherever she may be. October is coming soon and so far it contains Collective Soul, Mardi Gras, Halloween, and AUGC. However, will it compare to September? Wait and see.
Peace Out, R O C D O'double C
