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An ordinary individual leading an extrordinary life. The Journey of Michael Tyas.
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River Walk River
from Life's a journey on June 22, 2008
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Amanda and I spent the day wandering around Downtown Winnipeg and the Forks Market. The river has recently risen over it's banks and the walk way that follows the Assiniboine down to the Forks. That did not deter us from enjoying the river walk and catching some of the sights and sounds of Two Rivers.
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Man nearly kills his new bride
from Life's a journey on June 10, 2008
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The event that was opening the groomsmen gifts the day after the wedding. And in case you missed my awesome poem: the having, the holding, the new life unfolding. the cleaning the scrubbing the plumbing unplugging. I got them a pressure washer.
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David on the radio
from Life's a journey on June 04, 2008
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A few posts ago I told you that I guessed that David would be on the radio. I taped the show on my cell phone and the quality wasn't disappointing. Good work David!
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Dumpster Treasure
from Life's a journey on May 02, 2008
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I found my first article of dumpster furniture today. I got to keep it because my roommates are Mennoties who value simplicity of life, pacifism, nonresistance, and free stuff.
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My friends are not licensed medical professionals
from Life's a journey on March 03, 2008
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Despite what my friends suggested, I don't have mono! Man, just saying that makes me feel a whole lot better. I went to see my family doctor today. He suspects that I have a variation of the flu that does not involve excessive respiratory inflammation. So the chills and headache and lack of appetite fit under the category of influenza as well. He said I should feel better within a few days, and that lifts my spirits. Perhaps I won't flunk out of school after all. Here's a funny video about me theorizing about how my humidifier could be making me sick, 3 days ago. While it probably wasn't the cause, I'm glad I caught it!
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Curling: that's what she said
from Life's a journey on February 19, 2008
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I got an invite to go curling for the first time in my life. Nobody there really knew how to play, so we were instead guided by the energies of our great Canadian forefathers and battled through a few rounds of this most social game.
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Impromptu Date
from Life's a journey on February 08, 2008
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On Wednesday I was drawn to the outdoors by the beautiful Manitoba blue skies shining above the university. Kyle and I were going to spend part of the afternoon together after he finished classes, and was excited when I mentioned a skating date! As per tradition, I enjoyed a hot dog after a satisfying glide across the Red River with my boy.There is no explanation for the spate of skating videos of late. I'm having a lot of fun though, and am considering investing in a pair of skates for myself!
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Hockey Fans
from Life's a journey on February 04, 2008
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My friend Mike sent a mass email asking his friends to come and support his hockey team, the CMU Blazers. They were playing against a team they dearly wanted to beat, the Provencher Freemen, and fan support is what the doctor ordered. I'd never been to a hockey game before. I thought it would be a great way to support a friend and try something new.I got there early. Once his other friends arrived, the support escalated into something entierly only marriage could tollerate. It was like married couples gone wild!And Mike didn't even look at us the entire time, even though we had SIGNS! You have to see it to believe it. I think I like this sport!
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Longest Skate 2
from Life's a journey on January 30, 2008
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Winnipeg recently beat Ottawa and took the title as home to the longest skating trail in the world! The length this year was 8.54 Km, and there's lots of room for expansion. . The trail runs from the Assiniboine to the Red River and passes the historic Forks, gateway to the west, as well as several scenic riverside destinatons. Come live vicariously through my friend Melissa and I as we strap on some rental skates and hit the ice. See local ice conditions at The Forks website.You might also like to watch my previous skating adventure on the former longest skating trail in the world on the Rideau Canal, Ottawa.
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Longest Skate
from Life's a journey on January 29, 2008
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Winnipeg recently took the title as home to the longest skating trail in the world! The trail runs from the Red River to the Assiniboine and clocks in at 8.54 Km. Come live vicariously through my friend Melissa and I as we strap on some rental skates and hit the ice. See local ice conditions at The Forks website.You might also like to watch my previous skating adventure on the former longest skating trail in the world on the Rideau Canal, Ottawa.
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Fair Copyright for Canada: meet-up
from Life's a journey on January 27, 2008
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Copyright law in Canada is under review. If consumers don't step forward and voice their concerns, we run the risk of being shut out of the reform process. I helped to form the Fair Copyright for Canada: Winnipeg Chapter's (FCCW) first meeting, where we introduced ourselves to one another and discussed reasons why fair copyright is important to us.Join the Facebook group here. Stay up to date with the latest information about Fair Copyright for Canada.�
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Melissa and our amazing story
from Life's a journey on January 15, 2008
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You don't want to miss this! I met Melissa for the first time today, but she was introduced to me nearly two years ago on a bus in a foriegn country! Now we're not lonly living in the same city, but working across the road from each other!. She's got an infectious laugh and a quick whit: we were instantly compatable. I'm glad that we've met and can be friends!
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All-We-Could-Eat
from Life's a journey on January 10, 2008
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Tim began steak night 3 years ago, and it's since become a bi-yearly event. He likes it because it bridges the gap between his groups of friends. A group of randoms united by friendship with one man. It was a good time. I even joined the facebook group.
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Skating on the Fork
from Life's a journey on January 05, 2008
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Adam and I went skating yesterday on The Forks ice trails. It was a load of fun, and there's even points where the trail goes up and down hill: A first for me in skates. I didn't fall once and was thoroughly tired by the second time round. The skates are cheap to rent at $3.50 for unlimited use. I'll certainly be back there before the winter is over.
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New Year Hike
from Life's a journey on January 01, 2008
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I wandered my favorite hiking spot during my visit home and reflected on it's significance.
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Birthday of Catan
from Life's a journey on December 09, 2007
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I had a great birthday party with my friends. We played Settlers of Catan, which is quickly becoming one of my favorite board games. I couldn't have asked for a more perfect party!
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Broomball
from Life's a journey on December 03, 2007
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Broomball. Never heard of it until Carolyn invited me to a wedding shower for Marc and Chars. At first I said that I wasn't going to play 'cause of my arthritis. But about 20 seconds into the game I realized that I was missing out on a world of fun! It wasn't that intensive as I imagined. I hurt today, but it was worth it. You should all know that I did indeed play the game for about 45 minutes and then decided to film the remainder. I blocked approximately 4 goals. I have no idea how I ended up in net half the time. My team was no where to be found. There was also little by way of comparison between myself and the broom stick.
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November Update
from Life's a journey on November 27, 2007
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The end of semester one is quickly approaching and I feel good. I'm on top of my assignments and have been performing excellently thus far! I didn't always feel this way about school, though. We'll travel back in time to see me stress about registration.
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By the way
from Life's a journey on November 19, 2007
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There's no easy way of saying this, so curl up beside me and let me find my voice.
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Let it
from Life's a journey on November 06, 2007
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It first big snowfall of the year and my first blizzard ever in Winnipeg. A sign of things to come, no doubt!
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Good Monsters
from Life's a journey on November 01, 2007
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Here's a fast forward view and instructions on how to look like a zombie for cheap! The whole setup cost me $13, and I have enough materials to create a zombie army.
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Who is Jesus?
from Life's a journey on October 30, 2007
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My friend Carolyn and I have a symbiotic relationship. She edits me unversity essays, I edit her videos. Carolyn was recently speaking at her church and wanted to introduce the topic of her sermon with a video.
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Ribs in Residence
from Life's a journey on October 16, 2007
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Something Delicious.That's the name of the Sunday evening dinner ritual at Murat's palace in Tache Hall. Once a week Murat gathers some rezbians from his floor and invites thm to shop, chop and cook SOMETHING DELICIOUS! This is the first vlog I've made with the rezbians. Perhaps more will follow!
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Thanksgiving Part One
from Life's a journey on October 08, 2007
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My good friend Adam Ward invited me to spend Thanksgiving with him and his family in Kenora, Ontario. This was the first big trip I've taken by myself in five months. Needless to say, I was stoked.
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recommendations1 reviews
'Real'ity Video
By shangao on 2006-01-04 18:28:57
 The good:
It's as if I'm being lead on a tour of his daily life. He treats his camera lens like a friend he's known for years.
 The bad:
All his videos are in .wmv, so they're not viewable on most Apple products yet.
Review:
Michael Tyas is just like anyone else. Male, Canadian, single 20something, college graduate working in a grocery store. Blogger. Truly, an ordinary individual which would be lost in a crowd of his own kind. He's on to something though. Vlogging has given him the opportunity to document and display his story in ways words never could, and he's doing such a remarkable job that he may very well have risen from ordinary to 'extraordinary.'
I came across 'Life's a journey' one night while searching for a picture of a flight attendant on Google Images. Once I was drawn into his funny and interesting stories (a Canadian living in Los Angeles and hating it) I found myself hooked and have followed him on an incredible video journey from Los Angeles, up the west coast and back again, and finally back in Canada today.
Most of his videos today are 'slices of life' but he takes the cliche and redeems it through fresh and realistic viewing. He makes videos about; going on a hike with some friends. Stepping off the Greyhound in a remote part of California and wondering "what the hell (he's) doing going to Portland, anyways?". Driving to a job interview and looking at the leaves of autumn. While I'm watching I can't wipe the smirk off my face.
I really like tuning into his blog the few times a week I do because his shooting style is very friendly. It's almost as if he is treating the camera like it is itself a viewer. I feel like he's draped his arm over my shoulder while showing me a tour of his life. He engages in candid conversation with the camera, or he will go back and forth between talking to a friend, talking to the camera, getting his friend to talk to the camera...it's just quite entertaining to feel as though you're there with him in those moments.
Although his footage is edited, I never get the feeling that he's hiding the truth or twisting the story. It's some of the most realistic reality television, that is actually watchable, which I've come across so far.
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