I just finished watching the gold medal game in the World Juniors hockey championship. It was a fantastic game, as most juniors games in recent years have been, except for the fact that USA won in overtime.
Having been robbed of some Canadian pride, I ventured outside to clear the driveway of snow, which is a tested and true method of reclaiming my zen. Turns out, some jackass had made off with my best shovel, bought just last year. I live in a neighbourhood where you wouldn't think you would need to lock up your shovels... I leave Mutant Winter unlocked on the porch all winter long. I leave the car unlocked most of the time, much to the annoyance of Mrs. Rantwick.
I wish they had stolen my crappy car. Stealing a man's shovel is more than a $20 loss. They robbed me of my right to a traditional heart attack, my ability to catch up with my neighbours snow clearing efforts and my ability to recover from a horrible hockey loss. Shame on you, shovel pincher, shame.
I hope that excellent shovel was taken by a member of some poor family with a frail granny who could not leave the house thanks to uncleared snow, because if it wasn't, the person who took it is just a dork.
R A N T W I C K 
8 comments:
reminds me of the time someone swiped my dog tie-out cable :(
peace :)
One man's shovel is another man's treasure. Apparently.
Could be a sign to head for warmer climes. :) Take my shovel, please!
Chandra - that theft is even more odd than a shovel, I think.
Big Oak - I sure hope they do treasure it. It was a friend of mine.
jeff - Never! Winter is great in its own right, and also makes one appreciate warmer seasons. I can't go any further South without leaving Canada anyway, so no deal!
Sounds like a good excuse not to bother with shoveling snow. It'll melt next Spring anyway. As for the further south thing - seems to me you could go to Afghanistan and still feel like you were with Canadians.
Rantwick - and I can't even help you out with the snowblower because I don't have a vehicle to pull my trailer anymore!!
(and I appear to have missed Steve A's last point??)
Steve A - I somtimes take that approach but it can make for a very difficult driveway to walk on. Some neighbours frown upon it too; it's the winter equivalent of not cutting your grass.
Anon - Thanks for the thought. I'll get a replacement today, since snow continues to fall.
I think Steve A was just referring to the Canadian military presence there... Steve?
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