Pretty much. The American equivalent seems to be 'huh'.

Been obsessed with Tchaikovsky's 'Pathetique' lately.

Manitoba, which is a ways away from Calgary/Edmonton. Google says 1,325 km.

Unfortunately it's at an incredibly busy time where I just can't get away from my commitments. I'm pretty passed the point these days of travelling long distances for festivals but if I didn't have so much going on this would get me out of my complacency.

I fuckin love Wilco and all related/previous projects. Currently listening to Uncle Tupelo's March 16-20, 1992

The Best Short Stories of Mark Twain

These kids don't have the time to play in such a long series. They have commitments to their junior teams, domestic leagues, etc. All on international hockey is structured in the same way too, so there really is no reason to have the juniors tournament be any exception.

I'm paying more for gas, it sucks.

Because the Bills are such an elite team.

Why would people go to preseason games that don't matter?

I am to "work at home" on Thursday and Friday. I'll work alright, on my beer consumption.

You don't want to see a police state in action? I, for one, am excited. I work in the "outer security zone" so it'll be interesting to see if I can see any anarchists in action. Although, I'm still hoping they'll give me the day off.