Silence Doesn't Work Here

Silence Speaks

I’ve officially had it. That’s right folks. I’m done. Wave goodbye to the white face paint. This is my last post. Silence doesn’t work here anymore.

Posted by Silence on Thursday, December 10, 2009 Comments (0)

It Just Keeps Getting Better. Not.

It’s been a while since I’ve had the energy to post. Writing used to help me vent my frustrations, and well, let’s be honest, it was the only voice I had. I’d like to tell you I’ve been doing something great and that I simply haven’t had time to post. But the truth is, I haven’t really been up to much of anything. My life has become a series of one bad turn after another – and this blog isn’t even doing it for me anymore.

Hung out with Sophie the other weekend but of course that didn’t turn out to be what I was hoping. She just wanted to return a few of my things and get rid of the bird seed she purchased for Gabby…considering Gabby has flown away it was truly the icing on the cake. Even Gabby couldn’t stand the thought of dealing with boring old me over the holidays. Stay tuned for what’s to come…after all this bad luck I’ve got to catch a break at some point. Right?

Speaking of catching a break this guy must have been eating his lucky charms…

Posted by Silence on Monday, December 07, 2009 Comments (0)

Another Rainy Day

Another rainy day. But things aren’t all bad. Sophie and I have opened up communication again. Just text messages so far, but we’re getting together this weekend. Hopefully I can set things right. Maybe Ted will come around too. This silence thing makes it difficult to manage my personal and work life.

I think I’ll try to tackle some holiday shopping this weekend. I’m not big on crowds, so I’ll probably do a lot of it online. There’s nothing worse than a mall full of slow-moving shoppers shuffling from store to store blocking my way. I’m a list guy, none of this browsing business.

Here’s the cutest thing I saw this week. Brings a smile to my face each time I see it.

Posted by Silence on Friday, November 27, 2009 Comments (0)

Burning Up

Just when I thought things were already bad. Yesterday I went in to pick up another shift at the restaurant only to learn that Ted had just been burned and was taken to the hospital. You may remember last week I mentioned I had a minor burn from the fryer. It seems that it got him too, but a lot worse. I feel horrible. If I had let someone know that there was a problem then maybe Ted wouldn’t have been injured.

I sent him a text message to check in on him and to come clean about knowing about the fryer. He wrote back. Basically he wants nothing to do with me. So now I’ve lost a good friend along with my girl.

I read this incredible story yesterday. It really got me thinking. Here’s someone who had no choice but to be silent and here he is, optimistic against all odds. My silence is a choice and lately it’s really not working out for me. Something’s gotta give.

Posted by Silence on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 Comments (0)

Everyone Loves a Parade

What a weekend. I tried to keep my mind off of things with Sophie by sticking pretty close to home. I got some school work done and worked another couple of shifts at the restaurant. I’m going back in there tonight as well. The extra money will come in handy with the holidays coming up.

One bit of fun I did manage to have over the weekend was checking out the Parade of Lights with Ted and his girlfriend. It was a perfect night for it. Nice and warm and clear. The kids waiting to see Santa were pretty adorable. I just wish I could’ve had Sophie there with me to enjoy it together.

Home life is pretty quiet these days. Gabby doesn’t say much anymore. Based on what I’ve read, she needs me to talk to her. If only it were that easy.

Posted by Silence on Monday, November 23, 2009 Comments (0)

Reality Bites

It’s hit the fan. Last night was a total disaster.

Last night at the show things went completely sideways. There was this guy that kept talking with Sophie and buying her drinks. I guess they used to date or something. She seemed to keep looking at me, as if I was supposed to interject somehow. But I didn’t say anything. The words just wouldn’t come.

So long story short, things continued and I faded into the background while she spent time with him. And when the end of the night came, she left in cab with him and not with me.

It was devastating. I’m not sure how to get her back or what to do. I’m going to ask Ted for advice this weekend at the restaurant. Hopefully work will be a good distraction as I figure things out.

Posted by Silence on Friday, November 20, 2009 Comments (0)

Back in the Saddle

It’s been another busy day. I’m off to pick up a shift at the restaurant and then out for a concert to see Sophie’s band. Despite being fired earlier this fall, the restaurant asked me back to help out while they’re short-staffed. I think Ted probably had a hand in it. I worked there yesterday as well, and aside from a little problem with the fryer (just a minor burn, nothing to bother anyone about), everything went well. Maybe this will turn into a regular job.

I’m looking forward to seeing Sophie, but am a bit anxious about having another ‘date’ at a bar. Seems there’s always someone competing for her attention. Oh well, gotta focus on the positives. I’m sure tonight will be fun and have me looking forward to the weekend.

And now here’s something for you Twilight franchise fans:

Posted by Silence on Thursday, November 19, 2009 Comments (0)

Back in Action

I’m back. After a nasty bout with the flu I can tend to my blog again. There’s lots to cover off, too. I promise more regular updates this week.

Things with Sophie have had their ups and downs. We had a good couple of dates since I last blogged. She’s really into her music and introduced me to a lot of new bands like Friendly Fires and Late of the Pier. Much poppier stuff than I normally listen to, but it’s fun. And so is she.

The only down side is that because she’s so outgoing she gets a lot of attention, especially from other guys. I guess that groupies come with the territory, but they kind of make me uncomfortable. I’m never sure how to handle myself when they are around. I went to one of her gigs last weekend and there were a few guys paying her a lot of attention, buying her drinks, etc. She’s made it clear that she’s happy with things with me, but I just wish I was more confident and knew what to say in those situations.

Seems that problem is spreading to Gabby my parrot too. She’s been talking less and less. Maybe I need to spend more time with her. It gets dark so early now and I’m busy with work, she might just be sad.

Work has been okay. Lots of marking to do keeps me at my desk. But the chair is old and can’t be adjusted. It’s really starting to hurt my back after a couple hours of sitting at a time. I wish there was something I could do.

Posted by Silence on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 Comments (0)

Slush’d

Woah. I wasn’t ready for snow today. And by the looks of it most of Halifax wasn’t either. People looked wet and grumpy everywhere I went. Drivers seemed to be having a tough go of it too with all that slush. Good reminder that if you need your car for work you should get it ready for winter. Check your breaks while you’re at it, or you might end up like this guy with a bad parking break (or no sense to use it).

I’m getting ready for what I think will be a good weekend. Sophie and I are going for a date tomorrow at the Shoe Shop. To say I’m looking forward to it would be an understatement. Full review after the weekend.

Posted by Silence on Friday, November 06, 2009 Comments (0)

Forklift Fail

I saw this video today and wanted to share it. It’s quite scary. It’s also pretty miraculous that no one was hurt.

My dad used to manage a warehouse when I was a kid. I remember a few times workers were hurt on the job, but I had no idea things could be so dangerous. I’m feeling pretty fortunate for the part time job I have now as a TA.

Posted by Silence on Thursday, November 05, 2009 Comments (0)

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