Monthly Archives: January 2008

Grant’s Law - punishing the masses to protect the few

January 28, 2008 – 14:41

Starting Feb 1/08, you will be required to pre-pay for all fuel purchases at all BC service stations.
The new law is in response to the 2005 death of Grant De Patie, a gas station attendant who tried to stop a motorist who was fleeing after not paying for a petty $12 in gas. You [...]

By Roger Jamieson | Posted in the World | Comments (3)

Uncertain future

January 22, 2008 – 0:01

I’m referring to the economy.
Unless you were clinically dead today, you heard of the marked nose-dive the markets took today. The TSX dropped a hefty 600 points today. Recent days have seen some serious drops as well although today’s drop was much larger. And just in case you weren’t aware, the TSX [...]

By Roger Jamieson | Posted in the World | Comments (2)

Can’t talk, busy gaming

January 18, 2008 – 15:30

I’m just grabbing some overnight gear and heading over to Paul’s place for some serious gaming and drinking… not necessarily in that order. The XBox and Wii fest begins shortly after 7pm. Some other guys might be showing up as well. It should be fun.
Thankfully, my sweetie is very understanding and has [...]

By Roger Jamieson | Posted in Living it up | Comments (5)