Last year we were at Lake Louise Ski Area for a few days for a skiing trip with friends from Japan – we had bought some north face backpacks  for hiking at the Banff National park but didn’t make it there for we got too busy doing stuff at the Ski resort.  So this year – we’ve decided to go again – because the entire family enjoyed the trip so much.

The place was very nice – the gondola prices were reasonable and it wasn’t as crowded as in the other resorts.  The snow condition was excellent – and it’s very refreshing to be there and the Lake Louise trail was a lot easier on the younger kids. I love the trail going back down because after a day or two of skiing we all were becoming expert – by the time we went home – we long to go back – and I had promise the kids that we will.  So this trip next year – we are definitely heading to the National park with our picnic all packed in our backpacks.

It may be near Christmas now – but the end of the year is also coming – so with some money left – I’m looking into getting the scanner software  that the spouse had been talking about for ages – to reorganize my paper work for tax time.   I think it would be an awesome investment because it just came to light – about a few months ago – that I still have an outstanding bill with a telephone company – when we moved our store to our present location.  You see, we never did received any notice from the company – till a collection agency called up and looking up for the said bill to verify if it was paid took me more than a month – because my paperwork from 3 years ago were in storage.  Now if I had that scanner software – surely, it would take just a number or a name of the telephone company to bring up all my files.  It would definitely saved me a lot of time too – hunting down the papers.  So yes, I’m reorganizing and spending a little on the scanner software which would definitely save me a lot of work in the future.

Like I said we meet some very interesting ones – and some can just make you wonder – which planet they came from.  For example, I have one particular customer – who would ask for a discount for everything and anything – and if you don’t give it to her – she would throw it back at you and call them rubbish.  *shake head* oh well!  I guess the good ones balance out the “interesting” ones – so that makes it bearable for us.

I have just about any kind of guitar for all the game  systems except of course the one I need most for a customer.  A Wii guitar for rock band never seems to come into our store – and when you need one – it’s even harder.  I had a customer who came in to buy a gift for her daughter – and needed the guitar – well, I have everything of course – except the guitar.  A month later – she still can’t find it anywhere in town – so she came back to exchange the things she bought – for some games.  I really hate to disappoint our customers – but when you are dealing with second hand stuff – you are kind of at the mercy of your sellers. But I’m happy she found what she wants – finally today!

A smart, sexy and fun laptop case was what Sloan and Meaghan wanted for themselves – but they turned it into a business eventually.   But they wanted also a tough protective case – to withstand the accidental drops and knocks.  Converts to a backpack easily and less than $100 – love the colors – quite a few available.  Check out Z-Attache – for the laptop cases.

A customer was in to sell – his very expensive gaming computer  – it cost him like $7000 a year to build it – but don’t have a lot of time for it now – family commitments.  I didn’t really wanna offer him anything – because I wouldn’t be able to move such an expensive gaming computer at the store.  But he was willing to let go of it at a price that I can afford – not what it is worth – so I’m buying it.  I will let you have the specs of the machine – as soon as I get to it – been busy the last few days.   Check back soon for real pictures of the Monster of A Computer.

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Thinking of getting this for wall decal at our store.  We all grew up playing Mario – and for those who haven’t played it before will still recognize it because your kids are probably playing with it now.  So this is the touch I need for the store.

$69.99 for a set of 3 pieces – quite steep but what the hell right? you know have one store in your lifetime.

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First of all, I have to let you guys out there know that it’s not a chick flick – in fact, guys will like this movie because it’s pretty hilarious – plus I know you all liked Cameron Diaz right?  what’s not to like of the big mouth girl – and in this movie – it seems even bigger for some reason.

Cameron Diaz plays the bad teacher – that you and I probably will never see in our life and I’m glad my kid don’t have a teacher like that.  So screwed up – she is on the hunt to land a rich husband but ended up with someone else.  Hilarious and is a must watch – for a good laugh.

sneak peek

Holy Moly ! expect stocks for Apple to plunge tomorrow morning – or is it already happening now?  anyhow – Steve Jobs who is the co-founder of Apple has just tendered his resignation as CEO – but is hoping to continue to be in the board.   I really wasn’t expecting him to resign this soon – but I’m guessing he must be really sick eh?  to give up his baby this way – I don’t think i can.  Below was the press release : and handmade figurine of Steve Jobs can be found on Etsy.

PRESS RELEASE: Letter from Steve Jobs

August 24, 2011–To the Apple Board of Directors and the Apple Community:

I have always said if there ever came a day when I could no longer meet my duties and expectations as Apple’s CEO, I would be the first to let you know. Unfortunately, that day has come.

I hereby resign as CEO of Apple. I would like to serve, if the Board sees fit, as Chairman of the Board, director and Apple employee.

As far as my successor goes, I strongly recommend that we execute our succession plan and name Tim Cook as CEO of Apple.

I believe Apple’s brightest and most innovative days are ahead of it. And I look forward to watching and contributing to its success in a new role.

I have made some of the best friends of my life at Apple, and I thank you all for the many years of being able to work alongside you.

So one can get an Aspire One 10.1 inch for less than $200 new – of course I get to go grab some discount laptop computers and tell all my friends about it.   Everyone seems to love the netbooks a lot these days – especially the ladies – I have a mother who bought one from us – and kept sending her friends – to us ever since.  Alas , I don’t have any used ones on sale – so when this sale came up at the Source at the mall – I had to tell her about it.  It’s not all about making money – it’s about keeping everyone happy. I guess most girls who goes to college – loved having it – because they can go on the net and use their facebook and do their homework on it – and it’s easy to carry.   But if you don’t have a Source nearby – you can check their website – and order them online.  I doubt they will stay long with such good deals – so make sure you check it out if you were looking for a netbook.

Yes! that was what the spouse was up to this weekend – mess management or  wire management as she had called it.   And you can see why she wanted to get cable protectors and plastic cord cover for the counter at the store – she said it was too messy for her liking.  She is also buying some cord hog cable organizer for the home as well – since even our telephone wires are long and messy.  She plans to use them for our iPod chargers and cellphone chargers.

I don`t mind the mess but she doesn`t like it at all – and she said – it`s not good feng shui too – so I let her do what she wants and buy as many cable organizer as she likes.   She can`t wait for the cable organizer to come – and they were pretty good prices too.