Year: 2005

By Giv'er Miramichi / July 4, 2005 /

This weekend the biggest concert in the history of the world was held to increase awareness of poverty in Africa and put pressure on the G-8, who are meeting in Scotland this week, to solve the problem of poverty. Every three seconds a child dies in Africa. 50,000 people die there everyday. There were a…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / July 3, 2005 /

Stacy and Terry took some shots of the fireworks the other night. The fireworks are part of the Rock ‘n Roll Festival weekend, but coincide with Canada Day celebrations. Terry took his photos from the water. Stacy from the street. They’re all mixed up here, no particular order. Enjoy! Giv'er MiramichiGiv’er Miramichi is about “What’s…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / June 28, 2005 /

I wanted to post these pictures quite some time ago, but then we did a redesign and a move and well . . . better late than never, they say. These photos were taken at the annual World T’ai Chi Day ceremony at Ritchie Wharf. Dave Bucklow leads the local group as they participate in…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / June 28, 2005 /

For the first time in the show’s history, a New Brunswicker has landed a spot in the Canadian Idol Top 10. Way to go Casey LeBlanc of Nackawic! This 17-year-old has already done us proud but here’s hoping she goes all the way to the top. Keep your eye out for Casey’s next performance on…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / June 1, 2005 /

Student Showcase / Industry FairDue to an increased demand by employers to hire NBCC Miramichi graduates from the Electronic Game-Design, Electronic Game-3D, Multimedia Graphic Design and Animation & Graphics programs…NBCC Miramichi will be presenting a Student Showcase/Industry Fair.The event is open to the public on Thursday June 2/05 from 1pm to 4:30pm when you’ll have…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / May 30, 2005 /

We’re back & bloggin!!(I’m assuming you noticed us gone?) I was going to make up a great story about us all going away to a fantabulously sunny spot to wait out the rainy season…but I don’t lie. That wouldn’t be a Mighty thing to do! The truth is, due to incompatibilities (ie. higher security) between…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / April 4, 2005 /

We had another great session today in our Mighty Community with many new faces and lots to think about. I especially loved when Rick asked for a half-ton truck to Fredericton in order to carry all the papers back to his home base 🙂 Holy Mighty hand-outs, Batman! But with so many new faces a…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / March 26, 2005 /

Be an Observer: “Starting today begin to observe yourself in action. Whether you conduct business, or work in the home, or talk with a neighbor,whatever you do, watch yourself doing it. Alert self-observation isyour first technique for self-awakening. Here is a specific example. Right now, as you are reading this,notice your physical self. What is…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / March 25, 2005 /

…and we’re back! Yes, I did say Spring. I guess Mother Earth was confused there for a minute… or maybe I was hallucinating? No, I have the pictures to prove it. If you don’t know what I’m talking about…scroll down to see the dramatic weather changes over the last few hours. Giv'er MiramichiGiv’er Miramichi is…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / March 25, 2005 /

Spring? Ummm….did I just say blue sunny skies? Something just happened that give new meaning to the words “Freak Snowstorm”. One minute the sky was blue… and the next minute… I kid you not! I ran out into the parking lot to get these shots and was almost beaten to death with gigantic snowflakes! Giv'er…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / March 25, 2005 /

It’s a bright sunny day in Miramichi. The birds are singing, the sun is shining and I think I just saw the Easter Bunny hopping by! Speaking of birds, I took some pretty cool pics this morning. Spring is definately in the air! Love is in the air too as many couples are now planning…

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By Giv'er Miramichi / March 23, 2005 /

Go Wally, it’s your birthday!! Giv'er MiramichiGiv’er Miramichi is about “What’s up, what’s new, what’s happening”. We are focused on building people up, supporting one another and celebrating our successes. www.giverontheriver.com

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By Giv'er Miramichi / March 19, 2005 /

Big Dream Energy Yesterday I met with my writer’s workshop group and we had a good session. In other workplaces it would be probably be frowned upon if someone took off on Friday afternoon for completely selfish personal reasons like meeting with their creative writing group to work on their novel. But balance is very…

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