the bond

the following is an excerpt from something I'm working on. enjoy!




Jack and Michael start parading around the Odeon looking for people they know or recognize. Jack eventually goes to the bathroom, ultimately leaving Michael alone. He’s standing by the upstairs bar when he’s approached by someone from behind who taps him on the shoulder)

Ashley: Hey Michael is that you?
(Michael startled)
Michael: Oh hey, what’s up? (Doesn’t recognize her)
Ashley: How are you? You look great; I haven’t seen you in so long, what have you been up to?
Michael: Oh not much, just chillin’, working at the Freehouse.
Ashley: You don’t remember me do you? I’m Ashley, your Aunt Hilary’s husband’s daughter; I’m your sort of cousin. I know it’s been a long time since we’ve seen each other, but I thought you would have remembered me.
(Michael realizes that he does remember her, barely from some family thing 10 or so years ago)
Michael: Oh hey I’m sorry, I did and do, you just caught me off guard that’s all, I remember now, sheesh it’s got to be what 10 years or so since I last saw you. Didn’t your family move to Vancouver or something?
Ashley: Oh we did, we’re still there, I’m just back for the weekend visiting some friends and family.
Michael: Cool, well that sounds great, who are you here with?

(Jack returns, he sees Michael talking to Ashley, he notices that she’s really hot and somewhat happy to be talking to Michael. Jack smiles slyly, he takes his time walking over to them)

Ashley: Oh I’m here with my friends Megan, Jen and Katie, they’re around here somewhere. They dragged me out tonight, they’re all huge Black Rebel fans, me I could care less, plus we were up late last night having a big girls night, so in a way I feel like shit. I’m still trying to decide if I even want to drink at all tonight.
Michael: It’s funny that you say that, because my best friend Jack did the very same thing to me tonight, he’s around here as well...

(Jack jumps in when he hears his name being said, the two of them startled by his sudden arrival)

Jack: Michael what are you saying about me to this pretty girl?, it had better be nice or I’ll have to embarrass you like by saying that you used to cry after watching The Little Mermaid.
Michael: What? No wait a second, I was what 11 at the time and hey that’s nothing to be laughing about, that’s a good movie, at least I don’t watch the Notebook and cry like a little sissy.
Ashley: Well I can certainly tell that this must be your evil friend Michael, the banter is great boys and hi I’m Ashley, and you must be...
Jack: Jack, Jack Bones.
Ashley: Is that really your name?
Jack: Sure is darlin’, ain’t it majestic.
Michael: You’re such a fag.
Jack: What? Moi, never, I just have a certain panache that unfolds from time to time, something the ladies like to call charm.
Michael: Whatever you call it, cool it, you’re going to scare Ashley off, you know she’s kind of my cousin, well second cousin that is, through marriage.
Jack: Oh so you're part of the family are you Ashley? Excellent! I can always use another girl on my side of the fence to help me flirt with the next cutie on my list.

(Michael is now looking at Jack very annoyingly)

Michael: Uh sorry Ashley, he hasn’t had his medicine tonight.
Jack: Oh whatever, your life would be so boring if I wasn’t this charming and unique.
Michael: Really? You think so? Then if that’s the case why are you still single? Because surely a man of your considerable talents can coax any young girl into your arms; or maybe, just maybe is it that you may be a little high on yourself for well...no good reason.
Ashley: Ohh I love this, you two fight like a married couple.
Michael: We do not!
Ashley: Hey don’t worry, I like it, it’s cute.
Jack: You see Michael, she said I was cute, told you so.
Michael: She didn’t say you fuck head, she meant us.
Jack: Oh, Oops, silly me.
Michael: Anyways, Ashley do you want to hang with us for a bit?
Ashley: Sure, you two seem awesome, I love hanging with fun people.
Michael: Awesome, well then let’s get some shooters, I need to get going.
Jack: Hey bro no jagermeister, I’m sick of that shit, get some jamesons instead.
Michael: What? Come with us you bitch, we’re not your maids.
Jack: But I think I might stick around here and watch the opening band finish.
Michael: Fuck that, get over here you baby, we’re just doing some shots, you can watch them from at the bar.
Jack: No, just bring them over here, why do you need me to come with you guys, plus you two are family you need time getting re-acquainted.
Michael: Just come on.
Ashley: Yeah Jack come with us, it’ll be fun, I’ll even buy the drinks.
Jack: You’ll buy, well then why didn’t you say so, let’s bogie on then.
Michael: Oh now you’ll come, fuck you drive me nuts sometimes.
Jack: I must be the only pair you have, ah how sad.
Ashley: You two really are married, I love it.
Michael: If that’s true then I’m about ready to divorce this bitch.
Jack: I ain’t the bitch, you are, I’m the giver, you’re the taker ala Jake Gyllenhal in Brokeback Mountain, mmm you are one fine piece of ass.
Michael: Gross, quit it.

(Michael, Jack and Ashley arrive at the bar and wait in line, they wait 2 minutes and then order shots and drinks, Ashley pays for them all, not without Michael trying to pay for some, Jack stands by and collects his free beverage. They do a round of shots together)

Jack: Ah now I feel better, good choice on the shots Ashley, what were they?
Michael: Uh fuck head they were Sicilian kisses and she didn’t pick them, I did.
Ashley: Yeah Jack, sorry to disappoint you but Michael picked them, but I’m happy to pick the next round if you’d like.
Jack: Word on that, because it sounds like a certain someone has his panties in bunch.
Michael: Uhh whatever, let’s go, I think we’re in the way. (others are trying to order)
Jack: Finally! Let’s go down below and try to get close to the stage, I want to watch them as close as I can.
Michael: You’re not going to lose it and do that jumping up and down dancing bs you always do are you?
Jack: Whatever do you mean?
Michael: I mean that kangaroo up and down thing you do when you’re listening to music.
Ashley: Ah that sounds cute.
Jack: See Michael, Ashley thinks it’s cute, so layoff, at least I’m willing to have fun.
Michael: Hey I like to have fun, I’m just trying to prevent you from looking like an idiot, at least I can dance, what you do, that ain’t dancing.
Jack: Oh really, well first off when was the last time you went to a show? What 10 years ago, and I’ve been to how many? At least a hundred, so let’s just keep those yap comments to yourself, I know what I’m doing and I love having fun, you should try it sometime.
Ashley: Boys, boys no need to get angry at one another, let’s just go down there and have a good time, actually I think I see my girl friends down there, so come on
Michael: We’re not fighting
Jack: No, were good girl, we're just talking, this is how we always talk.
Ashley: Well it sounded like fighting to me.
Michael: Oh sorry Ashley, no that’s just Jack and I ripping on another, it’s how we talk, I guess, basically we just bitch at one another until someone changes the subject.
Ashley: Oh, okay; are you sure you two aren’t married?
Jack: Eww, me marry this monkey armed bitch hip punk, gross, he wishes I’d get down and suck his cock.
Michael: Okay Jack whatever, no need to gross out Ashley now
Jack: Why not, it’s fun.
Ashley: Oh I think I’m going to love you Jack.
Jack: They all do sweetie, they all do.

(Michael looks away in disgust; they all move down to the stage and meet up with Ashley’s friends)

Jack: Fuck Yeah! This shit is awesome, I love it, aren’t you guys excited.
Ashley: Hey girls, this is Jack and his friend Michael; Michael’s my cousin, I ran into them at the bar.

(There’s 3 girls, Megan, Jen and Katie; Jack and Michael size them up)

Jen: Oh hey guys, how’s it going?
Michael: Oh good, just chillin’, waiting for Black Rebel to come on
Jack: Have you girls been up here by the stage the whole time?
Megan: Not that long, maybe 20 minutes, I’m a huge fan of Black Rebel’s, so I didn’t want to miss them coming out.
Ashley: Yeah that’s when I went to the washroom and met up with you guys, like I was telling Michael before I’m not that big a fan, or should I say I’m not that familiar with their music.
Jack: Shit girl you're crazy, this band is fucking awesome, I can’t wait, it’s good to see some girls like myself excited for this show (looking at the other girls, then Megan), what was your name again?
Megan: Megan
Jack: Well Miss Megan, I say just for that how about you and I go get ourselves a shot or two, you down?
Megan: Sure am.
Jack: you girls want to come too? (looking at Katie and Jen)
Jen: Sure.
Katie: Sure, let’s bogie.
Jack: Did you just say bogie?
Katie: Yeah why?
Michael: Oh that’s Jack's favourite word, he uses it all the time, I can’t believe you haven’t heard him say it already.
Katie: Really?, that’s your favourite word?
Jack: Sure is darling’, I love zat word, it's so much fun to say
Ashley: Cute
Michael: Don’t you mean dork?
Katie: Come on Jack let’s bogie and get those shots you’ve offered up for us
Jack: Say bogie again
Katie: Bogie, bogie, bogie
Jack: Yeah!!! I love it!
Ashley: Okay sorry Michael but so cute

(All the girls blush at Jack’s assumed childishness and giddy, Michael wants to puke. Jack grabs the three of them and leads them on to the bar, Ashley and Michael stay back)

Ashley: Okay so I have to ask, how long have you two been friends?
Michael: What me and Jack?, oh about since we were 10, so close to 20 years I guess, why?
Ashley: Oh no reason, you two are just so cute together that’s all, he’s pretty fun to be around
Michael: Yeah he’s pretty cool, he drives me nuts sometimes, but yeah he’s fun, wild especially when he’s around a big group, he loves entertaining people. Plus concerts are his thing, he loves this shit, me I’m more laid back than he is, don’t get me wrong I love to party, but well not as nuts as he does.

hello there...

I was doing some digging for a story I'm working on when I came across this. It's my speech from my big sis' wedding in august 2006. Sentimental and cheesy as it may be I still love re-reading it. However, it pains me to see how bad a writer I was...yuk! Anyways, read on if you wish to barf. lol



Hello

Good evening everyone, I trust you all are having a wonderful time tonight as we celebrate the union of two very special people, Jennifer and Kelly. My name is Jamie Mah and to mark this special occasion I wanted to share with you all a few words on how Jennifer and Kelly have become a source of inspiration to me.  Being that Jennifer is my older sister let's just say I've come to know her well, she's truly a marvel, she's what I love about this world.  She's this beautiful woman who loves life, who works hard for the things she wants, who is passionate, loving and most of all focused. But what I love most about my older sister is that she knows what's important in life and that's family and the ones who mean the most to you.  And what a better way to demonstrate her passion for life than tonight.  My sister is the smartest girl in the world as she's picked the best man in the world.  Kelly you are such a wonder that being around you is somewhat awe inspiring.  You're strong, supremely intelligent, passionate and most of all loving.  However, your best quality lies souly in your love for my sister and even though I've seen you two build upon this love for 10 years now it wasn't until this past January when I really saw how much you loved my sister. On that night you sent me this honest and truly beautiful email about her.  And I quote "I love Jen and all I want is to be with her, and have a future with her. I want kids and a long life with her beside me".  Wow!! I mean that says it all, and speaking from experience any man who can handle my sister when she wants something has got to be great, I even get shivers when I hear those 3 letters together, the truly masterful "Kel".  I mean that right there is love, in it's simplest form.  Love is love people, it's that simple, you know it when you have it, you feel it, and seeing you two together this evening we've all been blessed to share in your love.  I celebrate this love and I commend you both on taking this next step in life as it's a big one, to unite this love under God in front of us all is magical, and I can only imagine how great your future together will be. With that said will you all join me in raising you glasses in toasting Jennifer and Kelly, two truly loving people.

I share...again

It's november, I've got a moustache and well fuck it, I say it's time to drink some heavy full flavoured cocktails. Here's one I made up a few days ago that passed the "hey guys try this" test.

I likey and so should you.

Maverick

knob creek 1 1/2oz
sweet vermouth 1/2oz
lillet blanc 1/2oz
blackberry liqeur 1/4oz
orange bitters a few dashes

pour all ingredients in a mixing glass
stir
add ice
shake
garnish with whatever you want but I like an orange twist

Yum! :)

NBA thoughts...

a few thoughts (nba related) that have me thinking.

- the lakers past 2 losses shouldn't cause much of a panic. The suns needed all 22 of their 3's to get past LA, a feat I doubt even they could replicate. LA stayed close throughout, dominating the glass while shredding Phoenix's interior defence. Kobe, Pau and Lamar played great as did Shannon who I must note has played exceptionally great this season. A few minor adjustments in rotations and all should return to form for LA. This 3 game roady should do wonders for team chemistry, especially for all the new guys. Let's just hope Drew and Theo can return sooner rather than later.

- The suns are way better than even I had expected, they play hard, they mesh cohesively and can shoot lights out when all is clicking. However, that being said I still believe that if they continue as is they'll still only hold a 6-8th seed out west. Their bigs are few and far between, especially now that Lopez is out. If it were me I'd do the unthinkable and trade Nash now while he still has game. Package him with someone and ship him out for a young stud and a few picks. This suns team is young and in no position to contend now, nor in the forseable future. Getting something for Nash now would do wonders for their future but hey that's just me.

- Look out but the Spurs to me are the most underrated team in the league, posting a solid 8-1 mark so far has to be the most un-talked about story of year so far. With their savy vets leading way, I see them (if healthy) truly contending once again.

- The Hornets are for real now, but get back to me in 2 months, we'll see then if they can keep this up.

- Miami's fine, they'll pick it up soon, except I'd trade Bosh now, there's no way he can play with Wade and Bron, he needs touches to be effective.

- Amare's an idiot for leaving Phoenix and he's starting to realize it.

- I always knew Millsap was better than Boozer, he's a winner and he's sure proving me right. 46pts on the Heat...nice!

- I love Rose and D. Will's games so much that I'm having trouble sticking with Durant as my number 2 player.

Oh and 31, 31...Love is certainly in the air. Now if only he didn't play for Minnesota.

more later. :)

i am here

more is better isn't always true.
my family dynamic could be better
we fight
we scream
yet we still listen

there are 5 of us
she is one
we need to help
she helped us
once, twice...

I am here
far far away
I want to help
yet I cannot

my heart is dreaming of a day
when I can lift her up
tell her that all will be...

here sometimes I am
I am
I am

lonely hearts prevail over those who feel nothing

Currently I can't help myself...

...but be reminded of a girl.

Let me recount for you a moment I like to remember.

It's February 2001, I'm 21 and a university track and field athlete. After 3 long days of competition, I'm tired and sitting on a bus riding home from Winnipeg. Luckily for me on this night I found myself sitting in an aisle seat next to a lovely girl named Lindsay, someone I'd had a crush on for quite sometime. Throughout our ride home she and I would talk, laugh and connect as we watched pretty boy Brad Pitt strut his manly self in the 50's style hollywood epic "Legends of the Fall". I'd decided beforehand to bring along a few movies for everyone to watch as I'd been sick of the same ones my coaches tended to bring, y'know which ones, Rudy and the like. As I was bringing out Legends to put in the VCR (yes I'm old, this happened a long time ago) Lindsay excitedly jumped as she'd been meaning to watch Legends for some time. Surprise, surprise. Good choice I guess.

Anyways, why I'm bringing this up is this,
one. I'm currently watching Legends this second and
two. when I do, it always brings me back to that day.

Mostly however, I just love thinking of myself sitting there with her and 55 others as we all watched this melodramadic little opus unfold. I remember the feeling I had as she and I curled up next to one another, our feet pushed up together into the seats in front of us, hands held tightly fully engaged. When I think back to that time I'm reminded of my naiive self, my youth and the purity I once shared with her. Back then that moment made me feel alive as though anything were possible.

Though we would never go on to date, let alone kiss, I'm reminded that for but a brief moment I shared something special with her. Fleeting as it may be now, I love bringing myself back to that time.

For KMR

"I miss you tonight and I'm not sure what to say"

I want to share...:)

So now over the past few weeks I've been busy, very busy actually. Well really it's not that big a deal actually, I mean who isn't these days. I just thought I would say it to make my life sound more interesting, I mean who wants to read about a guy who is bored out of his mind writing drivel on his blog, oh wait.

Anyways, during that time I've spent countless hours tasting and researching cocktail ideas for my work as we've been preparing to launch a new winter menu. Exciting huh? "Yes Jamie it is, please tell me more, more dammit, more!!!!" Okay, okay hold your horses I'm getting there, sheesh! Kids these days, no patience anymore. Now where was I, oh yeah, well with the new menu FINALLY launching this coming tuesday, I thought I would do the same here and share for you all one of my star creations. (And the crowd goes fucking wild........yeahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!)

I created this martini years ago while getting 6 lovely (lovely is more of a subjective word here, passable is probably more accurate...wait who's writing this? shut up brain, tact goes out the window on this one) ladies drunk one boring night in toronto. Their enthusiasm and high alcohol stamina helped spirit my creative juices thus giving way to my ace in the hole girlie cocktail. As well, whenever I need a creative shot I always reach for this recipe.

It's easy to whip up and f'ing delicious. Savy.

Hello Kitty

Mix 1oz peach liquor
4 lemon wedge squeezes or 1/2oz lemon juice
splash of cranberry for colour
shake
top with 2-3oz of sparkling wine
garnish with lemon twist

Yum!

LCD Soundsystem - 45:33 (Part 2)

Yum yum burger time

Incase you didn't know, I like burgers. Just thought I'd get that out now. I mean who doesn't, they're delicious, chalk full of flavour, veggies, meat, carbs and loads of fat. What's not to like. Therefore, I've decided as of today to search for vancouver's best burger. Being the foodie city that it is, Vancouver's spawned a plethora of multicultural restaurants, many of whom excel in doing great burger fare. Now then, let's state the criteria.

1. I'll only be choosing from 10 restaurants. Some high end, some middle and some low, but all burger connoisseurs. I'll be choosing the 10 from referrals, reviews and simple burger buzz. If people love it, I'll try it.

2. I'll only be judging by one criteria, is it "yummy"? Simple.

3. That's it. Savy!

I'll be back shortly with my first victim, I mean burger. :)