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03.09.10
Snow Snow Snow!

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In like a lamb, out like a lion?
03.04.10
Olympics with a Gorb, Part 2

So, where was I. Ah yes, Tokyo Toms...
I shuffle into one of the tatami rooms thinking I have found a safe zone. With Erin to my right and Julie Langevin to my left, I relax a little. Erin's on Gorb watch, so hopefully I'm safe. The "kegs" of Asahi and litres of sake make their rounds, and Emily is in true form, spending time with each and every guest. Under the influence of sake and in awe of my Olympic friend, I make the poor decision of leaving my comfort zone to encapsulate the moment. It's a little too embarrassing to divulge particulars, but let's just say the gentleman in the following picture was just some dude looking to get into a shot with Emily Brydon. Oops, sorry Brian! Gorb move number one.
02.26.10
Olympics with a Gorb, Part 1

It's midnight on Thursday evening. The Fix has just gone to press, and I'm frantically packing for a six day Olympic adventure. I somehow manage to catch a couple hours of sleep, a training run for our ensuing Olympic performances. I pick up Erin, we grab our coffee for the road, and talk and giggle like a couple of school girls all the way to Cranbrook. It's starting to sink in, we're going to the Olympics!

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02.25.10
It's Certainly Topical

Vancouver 2010. And aren’t we all engrossed? Even in sports we never knew existed, thought we previously cared about or remotely understood. But now do. Wholeheartedly. We even have opinions on these new found sports, enjoy throwing facts about with the utmost conviction and would argue the ref if it came down to it. As you can probably guess, I could be a critique on numerous topics in life, but after my recent couch surfing research, in particular The Winter Olympics.
02.15.10
The Power of Community

Why does Fernie support Emily so passionately? Here are a couple of recent scenarios that perfectly epitomize Emily. When she discovered that she could attend the opening ceremonies she was so excited and texted to let us know. "We'll be watching for you at the Brickhouse! They're throwing a party to raise funds for your foundation," we respond. And what does she say? "I wish I was there with you guys..."

02.10.10
Show Em Your Support!

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Emily Brydon's first race is this Sunday - the Ladies Super Combined. Training runs for placement are on the 11th and 12th, with the Downhill (2pm) and Slalom (5pm) on the 14th. CTV has collaborated with Fernie Alpine Resort to show the world our support LIVE!

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02.09.10
Apparently I’m Neither G Rated or Comprehensible

For a while now I’ve had good intentions to start a blog for the Fix Online. Initially, at Krista’s mention of the idea, I was overly excited Abi at the thought of reviewing, reminiscing or ranting about varying pressing topics, or in fact whatever just fell out of my mouth onto the page, so agreed wholeheartedly. For someone who updates her facebook status more regularly than taking a breath when she’s really onto something, I appear, on the outside, to have a lot to say.
02.05.10
Out When it Counts

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Recently Advocates for Local Living in Fernie posted the following quote on their Facebook page:

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world...indeed it’s the only thing that ever has."
Margaret Mead

I'll never doubt again. Fernie rocks.
01.26.10
Fernie Energy

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Saturday began bright and early with the ringing of church bells, a wake up call to the residents of Fernie - the Torch was on its way. We fought the comforts of sleep to see the Olympic Torch, which many hadn't seen since 1988 or were about to see for the first time. Coffee in hand and wearing bright red Olympic mittens, we set off in the darkness to catch the parade, not quite sure what festivities were in store.
01.16.10
Resolution - Stop Making Assumptions! (Assume: Making an $%# out of U and ME!)

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January is typically assumed as being a slower month in Fernie, a little breather after the hustle and bustle of the holidays. But after this week I will no longer believe this to be true...and I will no longer make assumptions.