Meeting Michael Moore!

Saturday I went to see Michael Moore, he was funny, thought provoking and inspiring. His arguments sometimes lack the complexity I would like to see, but he sparks a discussion, something that doesn't happen in the mainstream media.

Thanks to Rema and her friends, I got to go to the VIP after-party and actually talk to Mr. Moore! Check it out!

Sri Lanka, Batticaloa

Boats, Batticaloa, Sri Lanka, July 2006, originally uploaded by RRCarroll.

Saji is in Sri Lanka. I am so proud of the work he's doing. It's called a Listening Project: as Saji explains "Do NO Harm which now all international humanitarian agencies are adopting and donor agencies are requiring. The listening project is not an evaluation, assessment or research study. It is an informal way of talking/listening w/ a multitude of stakeholders around the country to discuss their perceptions, thoughts, ideas, frustrations etc about international assistance in the country. There are 5 teams. I will lead the team to the conflict area"

He's int he conflict area now........and I am sending him lots of positive energy. I miss him a lot, but I so proud of him and the work he's doing.

My many Crafty Friends

My Friend Rima just started a blog about knitting and crocheting!
Check it out~

Hopefully soon you will see my many great creations there!

Did you ever hear a song, and suddenly be brought back to a film you love? That happened to me tonight-- hearing "Serenade"Written by Franz Schubert ---I am trying so hard to write a paper, listening to classical music (so I don't sing along) but bam, I still lose concentration as I remember one of my all time favorite movies, Deja Vu.
It's one of my all time favorites.....find it sometime, it is one you will want to watch again.

I think this line in the movie sums up what it's all about, " To cheat oneself out of love is the most terrible deception, it is an eternal loss for which there is no reparation, neither in time or eternity"

I got flowers today!!

I got flowers from Saji today! He is such a beautiful soul! He created this surprise as he was busy packing and getting ready to go home to Sri Lanka. He thought of this wonderful gift to leave with me to remind me of him!
I am so lucky! He is one of the most caring, considerate and loving people that have entered my life.
I can't wait for you to come HOME to Buffalo Saji!

Toronto fun...

This past weekend I spent in Toronto for work and for some fun. I dragged Sofia....who was such sweetheart to help me with my work...and she also introduced us to "little Portugal" in Toronto...the food made me smile. Of course we wished Saji could be with us to enjoy the yummie treats and compare them with Sofia's and Elsa's homemade delicatessens.

I also got to hang out with Kris' cousin and my friend, Caroline..
She is such a wonderful, bright light.....while she is just starting her career...she already has visions of creating a better world.
I always get such great energy from her....and she will always be my adopted cousin :)

The last summer weekend?

This past weekend might be our last summer-like weekend. However, it was fun....Saji came back to "little summer". We enjoyed some of Amherst's highlights....and even stopped off at the yarn story for some great deals!
And of course a weekend in Buffalo isn't the same without a nice dinner party---
Sofia made sure he felt welcome with some yummie Portuguese specialty "drunken chicken"....

Now---Saji is off for a month in Sri Lanka.....I will miss him!!! He has become my sunshine!

Catching up with good friends

Last night I got to catch up with some good friends...some that live in Buffalo and one special friend, An who calls Germany home. We miss her so much...and she is the main link between all of us....Her charisma, kindness and over-all fun nature have provided the backdrop for all of us to meet and enjoy great experiences with each other.
An is such a great person, and I miss her, but hopefully she will move back soon!

Fantastic weekend in DC

I had a wonderful weekend in DC visiting Saji...
He was such a perfect host, and I so enjoyed meeting his friends, colleagues and house mates.
I can't wait to see more of the city through his eyes...
I miss him and the city already!