Annesinin Vasiyeti

Is yerinde calistigim bir arkadasimin annesi oldu 10 sene once.  Kanada’da dogmus Hindistan’li arkadas.  

Annesinin vasiyeti, oldukten sonra yakip kullerini Pacific denizine dokun demis arkadasa. 

Bu arkadas, genc iken ailece Vancouver’da yasarlarmis ve picnic yaparlarmis denizin kenarinda. Annesi bu yeri cok sevmis.  

Tabii sonra Edmonton’a tasinmislar seneler once ve annesi olmus. 

Arkadas ile bindik arabaya cuma aksami ve Edmonton’dan Vancouver’a araba ile gittik. Tam 15 saat’de vardik.  

Annesinin kulleri bir kavanozun icinde arka koltukta. 

Tabii 30 sene olmus Vancouver’dan Edmonton’a tasinali, ve o denizin kenarindaki picnic yeri biraz degismis.  Cok degismis, heryer ev dolmus.  

Ama yinede buldu picnic yerini ve tam gunesin batisinda, annesinin kullerini denize doktu. Arkadas hickira hickira agliyordu.  Uzun sure deniz kenarinda oturdu cocukcagiz. 

Cok etkilenmistim hatirliyorum. 

Hayat boyle olsa gerek.  

Yasadigimiz gibi oluyoruz.

Sherwood Park, a city just on the outskirts of Edmonton

I’m not a fan of Sherwood Park.

I always wondered how the people there, live there? Like all you see is the oil refineries.   

When I played outdoor soccer and had games in Sherwood Park, I was never happy as it is just too far out there and the scenery is not nice.  

I’m hoping residents of Sherwood Park can comment on their reason for living in close proximity to the refineries. 

Does it not smell? You would think that it does.  

Also, what about the scenery, not the greatest view, when driving to work and back, everyday.  

People that live out there, must know something, I don’t. 

Thank you,

Hampton Pointe

Hampton Pointe

This is Hampton Pointe, located in the west-end of Edmonton Alberta.  The picture is from my living room.  Yes, it snowed again, on today's date of February 20, 2014.

Thank you for visiting, 

Ben

Only The Brave Youth Equality Association

Only The Brave Youth Equality Association

(This blog was written on March 17th, 2014, and the logo is the first logo of the association)

The purpose of  'Only the Brave" is:

- Help disadvantaged youth with social inequality',

- Contribute to the sustainable development of less advantage areas and people around Mesopotamia (Eastern Turkey, Northern Syria/Irak) (Tigris & Euphrates River System Area),

- Provide support and help to youth in and around the city of Edmonton,

- Relief of poverty, in underprivileged families with children/youth,

Thank you for reading,

Ben

Grandin Court Downtown

Grandin Court Downtown 

 

Grandin Court is a condominium complex located in downtown Edmonton.  It is a 'walk-up' wood constructed, four story building.   

There are approximately 50 units available, and the prices range from $250,000 to $400,000, in today's value.  

Today is July 30, 2014. 

The location of the complex might be in my opinion, at the best liveable spot, if you are looking to work and live in 'downtown'.  

(((Picture taken on November 2013)))

It is in a quiet spot of busy downtown. 

The address of 'Grandin Court' is 9828-112 Street. 

I live here now and work on jasper avenue and 97 Street.  

It takes me 30 minutes to walk to work now, instead of driving for a minimum of 30 minutes per day.  

My recommendation to everyone is that, if able, try to live and work in close proximity, to save on time.  Particularly 'downtown' living has considerable amount of benefits, which I will write in detail, in another blog. 

For now, I would like to focus on the beautiful complex of 'Grandin Court'.  It is a nice place to call 'home'.  And I do recommend living in this complex, particularly buying in here. 

Thank you for visiting, leave a comment, if you have time. 

Sincerely, 

Ben

Chateau Lacombe Hotel Edmonton

Chateau Lacombe Hotel Edmonton

The Hotel is located in the heart of downtown Edmonton, and it is now an iconic landmark.  

The Chateau Lacombe offers spectacular panoramic views of the North Saskatchewan River valley.  

It is a preferred choice for business travellers and a favourite destination for visitors from around the world. 

The picture above of the hotel was taken by me this morning, while walking in front of it on October 8th, 2014.  

Sincerely.

Editorial Letter Sent to Edmonton Sun

Editorial Letter Sent to Edmonton Sun

The editorial of Wednesday, April 8th, 2015 titled 'If you don't vote, don't complain' was rather laughable.  Please find it on the net, below is my email reply to 'Sun Media'.

          Sun newspaper 

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Hello,

Your editorial titled 'if you don't vote, don't complain!' is rather short cited.  

As citizens of Alberta, Canada, we have been through many provincial/federal elections.   There have been many politicians which have come and gone, however the promises made and then forgotten as soon as the 'office' is secured, are numerous.  

You might not want me to bring forth many of the so called 'taxes will not go up' speeches made, and afterwards in the comfort of a government salary/pension secured, the proclamation of 'well they need to go up', scenarios are many.  

Also, an intellect such as you, a reporter/editor working for the media should figure out by now that a politician only serves the benefit of him/her self, not the constituents.   

Therefore, the media is reading the low figures of the turnout at election day, as people being lazy or comfortable. 

We the people are informed and do not buy into this game of 'elect me, I will work for you'.  This rhetoric is old now, therefore many citizens are not voting.   

But, do not insult us and state 'don't complain'.    We pay over 40% of taxes in this country, and have children/parents in the government institutions, therefore allow us to make our points heard, even if we don't vote.  

Since, my email is getting rather long, in another email, I will write to you of the alternative ways to elect and govern the people, but this format that we have is now old, corrupt and even immoral.  

Finally in yet another email, I will further explain to the editors at sun media that our province is not protected by the borders any longer.   There are other individuals who have a say in how they want to be governed.  The ruling parties in each province/country are always rotating from governing to opposition party, but the ruling elite are always the same people/falmilies/organizations; who are the pinnacle of the elite, who rule with their own agenda, and my vote counts as much as the second hand movement of the 4th dimension.   

Thank you for reading, if you made it thus far, 

Ben

Todays Temperature

Today's Temperature

Today, and the next few days are looking to be absolutely amazing, if you like 'hot' temperature.  

Enjoy, 

Ben

Hamptons Home

Hamptons Home

Hello All,

I have a beautiful executive home available to a professional and responsible person(s). 

          Front

House is available August 1, 2014. 

The rent will be $2,300.00. 

Damage deposit $1,500. 

This is a 1650 square feet, double garaged, walkout basement, backing onto a green space/man made lake, two storey home. 

          Back

Here are some details:

- executive lifestyle,

- cozy home,

- quiet neighbourhood,

- tranquil setting,

- double garage,

- walkout basement,

- backed onto a lake,

- two storey,

- 3 bedrooms,

- 3 bathrooms,

- hamptons. west-end location,

- black appliances,

- 1 year old, 

- upgraded home,

- basement not completed,

The The home is located in the Hamptons, which is a neighbourhood in the west end of Edmonton, close to many outlets. 

No pets please. 

Email me if you are interested. 

Thank you for visiting, 

Ben

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Son Sabah

Son Sabah

Ferdi Tayfur'un Son Sabah albumun sarkilari hakkinda bilgi vermek istedim bugun. 

          Meshur kapak 

Bu album 1979 senesinde cikti.  Ben ufak iken bu albumu cok kere dinlerdik.  Simdi bazen dinleme firsatim oluyor ve severek dinlerim cunku eski gunleri bana hatirlatiyor. 

Bu albumdeki sarkilari asagida yaziyim simdi. 

          Icindeki sarkilar

1. Son Sabah 

(Soz ve Muzik: Ferdi Tayfur)

2. Seherin Vaktinde 

(Soz ve Muzik: Abdullah Yuce)

3. Mecburen 

(Soz: Ali Tekinture ve Muzik: Sabahattin Akdagcık)

4. Sanma Sana Donerim 

(Soz: Salih Korkmaz ve Muzik: Atilla Alpsakarya)

5. Yuregimde Yara Var 

(Soz ve Muzik: Ferdi Tayfur)

6. Felegin İsine Bak 

(Soz: Salih Korkmaz ve Muzik: Atilla Alpsakarya)

7. Koparma Gulleri 

(Soz ve Muzik: Ferdi Tayfur)

8. Bu Gece Meyhanede 

(Soz ve Muzik: Cengiz Tekin)

9. Ne Dersin 

(Soz ve Muzik: Ferdi Tayfur)

10. Allah Acısın Bana 

(Soz ve Muzik: Timur Alpsakarya)

11 .İcime Dogmustu Sanki 

(Soz ve Muzik: Orhan Akdeniz)

12. Benim Aklımı Alacaksın 

(Soz ve Muzik: Baki Duyarlar)

          Arka taraf 

Tavsiye ederim dinlemenize, asagida YouTube link'ini ekledim, tiklayiniz lutfen.  Link acilmiyorsa, 'copy/paste' yapin baska Internet sayfaya ve acilir.  

http://youtu.be/k3zb36O22IM

Saglicakla kaliniz, 

Ben

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One Bedroom Delight in Hamptons

One Bedroom Delight in Hamptons

Hello Everyone,

I have a beautiful 1 bedroom & 1 bathroom condo for rent; it will be available August 1, 2014.

          Balcony

The condo is 700 square feet with neutral colored walls, black kitchen appliances, and a storage room with white washer & dryer available, plus there is one surface-parking stall.

The condo is located in a quiet and secure building, and it is on the first floor, facing the south/west direction.

          Living room

The rent will be $1,150.00 per month with water & heat Included in this amount.

You will be responsible for your own power, cable, and internet. 

Kitchen 

The damage deposit is $850.00

I am looking for a responsible, mature, dependable and clean individual, who is a non-Smoker.

No Pets allowed. 

Entrance into the unit 

If you have any questions or you want to arrange a viewing, please email me.

Thank you,

Ben

Before and After in Hampton Pointe

Before and After in Hampton Pointe

The picture with the 'sunrise' was taken on November 15, 2013.

The below picture was taken on February 19, 2014. 

Both pictures were taken from my living room, looking onto the back yard, and beyond homes. 

Temperature on January 7, 2013

Temperature on January 7, 2013

On  December 7, 2013, at 4:00 AM in the morning, the temperature was -34 C.

Today, it is a much warmer, as you can see below:

Sincerely.  

Jasper Place Public Library

Jasper Place Public Library

I am an avid book reader, and I love to visit the Public Libraries.  

On my way to an appointment today, I drove in front of the 'Jasper Place Public Library ', and decided to stop, and visit this library. 

Most people will not know this, but this is a 'New' building that had a grand opening summer of 2013.  The old building was demolished, to make way for this spectacular building. 

The following are the benefits, besides picking up wonderful books, magazines and reading the 'daily ' papers:

-- a refuelling station for electric vehicles,

-- bicycle storage and change room,

-- water-efficient landscaping, to capture rain water, 

-- abundant natural light,

-- 75% of construction, from recycled material,

-- 10% of the building materials were manufactured regionally, and

-- low emitting materials, from paints, carpets, wood etc.  

This building looks incredible, however more importantly is that, the building is very welcoming to 'future' and 'current' book lovers. 

Check out the pictures, I have attached. 

Please make time to visit this building, if you are in the Meadowlark neighbourhood of Edmonton.  

Thank you for visiting. 

Lois Hole Public Library

Lois Hole Public Library

The west-end public library, located in Callingwood, is named 'Lois Hole' Public Library in honour of the 'Late' Lieutenant Governor of Alberta, Mrs 'Lois Hole'. 

This is the library, I frequently visit and wanted to write about today.  

First, I would like to state that this is a 'new' and beautiful building.  The foyer/entrance is wide, inviting; with a statue of Mrs Lois Hole, sitting on a bench, welcoming everyone.  

There are plenty of windows to allow natural light that filters into the large space all around.  

The layout has been exceptionally designed, with separate areas for children, teens, study rooms, magazine browsing, and computer use area; all this, and a 'huge' aquarium full of colourful fish. 

This library is 'grand' looking from inside and outside.  

Now, let me write about the 'parking' area.  The amount and area allocated for the 'parking' to this building is not sufficient for the number of visitors entering daily.  Parking is very cramped, and I do believe, the 'City' did not properly research and investigate this 'Parking' issue.  

However, overall, I am satisfied and grateful for this building; full of wonderful reading material. 

Have you visited this library yet? 

Thank you for reading.