A VISITORS GUIDE TO SASKATOON


1. First you must learn to pronounce the city name. It is Sask-a-tune not Stoon and it does not matter how people pronounce it in other places.

2. Saskatoon has its own version of traffic rules. Never forget that downtown Saskatoon is composed in large part of 3 or 4 block streets. The only way to get out of the center of town is to turn around and start over when you reach the river.

3. All directions start with, "Go down Circle Drive ."

4. Circle Drive has no beginning and no end.

5. The 8:00 a.m. rush hour is from 6:30 to 9:30 a.m. The 5:00 PM rush hour is from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Friday's rush hour starts on Thursday morning.

6. If you actually stop at a yellow light, you cannot be from Saskatoon.

7. Idylwyld can only be pronounced by a native Saskatonian, so do not attempt the phonetic pronunciation. People will simply tilt their heads to the right and stare at you.

8. Bingo, Bugs and Baseball are a way of life. Deal with it.

9. Construction on Saskatoon streets in summer are a way of life and a permanent form of entertainment.

10. Many bizarre sights can be explained simply by uttering the phrase, "Oh, we're in the Sutherland ."

11. Construction crews aren't doing their job properly unless they close down all lanes except one during rush hour.

12. If someone actually has their turn signal on, it was probably left on at the factory where the car was made.

13. Buying a Saskatoon street map is a waste of money since the termination or continuation of any street is entirely at the discretion of the Works Department of the City.

14. Asking directions will help you get acquainted with the numerous recent residents. It will not be any help at all for finding the address you seek.

15. Never honk your horn at another car in traffic. The bumper sticker that reads, "Keep honking, I'm reloading." is considered a fair warning.

16. Exit and entry ramps on Circle Drive are just the recommended way of entering and exiting, feel free to exit at any grassy point you wish.

Have a nice Day!!!!

I Fought The Law ( The Clash does it best! )

Breakin’ rocks in the hot sun
I fought the law and the law won
I fought the law and the law won
I needed the money ’cause I had none
I fought the law and the law won
I fought the law and the law won

I miss my baby and I feel so bad
I guess my race is run
She’s the best girl I’ve ever had
I fought the law and the law won
I fought the law and the law won

Robin’ people with a six gun
I fought the law and the law won
I fought the law and the law won

I miss my baby and I feel so bad
I guess my race is run
She’s the best girl I’ve ever had
I fought the law and the law won
I fought the law and the law won

Bright Side of Life
Eric Idle

Some things in life are bad,

They can really make you mad,
Other things just make you swear and curse,
When you're chewing your life's gristle
Don't grumble, give a whistle,
And this'll help things turn out for the best,
And.....
Always look on the bright side of life.
[whistling]
Always look on the light side of life.
[whistling]
If life seems jolly rotten,
There's something you've forgotten,
And that's to laugh and smile and dance and sing.
When you're feeling in the dumps,
Don't be silly chumps.
Just purse your lips and whistle. That's the thing.
And...
Always look on the bright side of life.
[whistling]
Always look on the right side of life,
[whistling]
For life is quite absurd
And death's the final word.
You must always face the curtain with a bow.
Forget about your sin.
Give the audience a grin.
Enjoy it. It's your last chance, anyhow.
So,...
Always look on the bright side of death,
[whistling]
Just before you draw your terminal breath.
[whistling]
Life's a piece of shit,
When you look at it.
Life's a laugh and death's a joke. It's true.
You'll see it's all a show.
Keep 'em laughing as you go.
Just remember that the last laugh is on you.
And...
Always look on the bright side of life.
[whistling]
Always look on the right side of life.
[whistling]
Always look on the bright side of life!
[whistling]
Always look on the bright side of life!
[whistling]
Always look on the bright side of life!
[whistling]
Always look on the bright side of life!
[whistling]
Always look on the bright side of life!
[whistling]
Always look on the bright side of life!
[whistling]
Always look on the bright side of life!
[whistling]
Always look on the bright side of life!
[whistling]

Rainy Day People
Gordon Lightfoot

Rainy day people always seem to know when it’s time to call.
Rainy day people don’t talk
they just listen till they’ve heard it all.
Rainy day lovers don’t lie when they tell you
they’ve been down like you.
Rainy day people don’t mind if you’re cryin’ a tear or two.

If you get lonely, all you really need is that rainy day love.
Rainy day people all know there’s no sorrow
they can’t rise above.
Rainy day lovers don’t love any others
that would not be kind.
Rainy day people all know how it hangs
on their peace of mind.

Rainy day lovers don’t lie when they tell you
they’ve been down there, too.
Rainy day people don’t mind if you’re cryin’ a tear or two.

Rainy day people always seem to know
when you’re feelin’ blue
I steps and stutters around in the gutters
sometimes need one, too.
Take it or leave it or try to believe it,
f you’ve been down too long,
Rainy day lovers don’t hide love inside, they just pass it on.

Rainy day lovers don’t hide love inside, they just pass it on.

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Yup. I screwed it up. Luckily they are giving me a second chance.. more info later.

FYI, don't expect much to happen with the website over the next few months.

Today was the day.

I got a call yesterday afternoon, to see if I was up for having my pilot interview. So... I had from 1620 yesterday until 0830 this morning to prepare for the most important interview of my life....

It went from 0830 until about 0940.

I am scared as hell..

I'll let you know more when I know more.