Jamskipedia, my YouTube channel

I'm excited to share with you that I created my very own YouTube channel called "Jamskipedia" on 14th April 2023. It's been a dream of mine for a long time to share my artistic skills and knowledge with others through video content, and I finally took the leap to make it a reality.

One of the main reasons I created this channel was to hone my artistic skills further. I believe that creating videos and sharing them with others will help me improve my skills and grow as an artist. Another reason was to share my knowledge in this field with others through tutorials. I've learned so much over the years and I want to give back to the community by sharing my expertise.

In the long run, I hope to generate income from my channel and become financially stable. I know it will take time and effort to achieve this, but I'm determined to work hard and make it happen.

I've already posted a few tutorials on my channel, and I'm thrilled to see that people are starting to watch and enjoy them. It's a great feeling to know that I'm creating content that people are interested in. I plan to continue creating more videos to attract more subscribers and grow my channel.

Overall, I'm excited about this new chapter in my life and I can't wait to see where it takes me. Creating a YouTube channel has been a great decision so far, and I'm looking forward to seeing where it will lead me in the future.

Scooter practice along the beach

Today was an eventful day as I visited the Terra Nova and practiced scooter riding. The day started with work at Whitespot from 11:30 am to 4:00 pm. The work was hectic, and I was looking forward to some relaxation later in the day.

After work, I returned home to find my wife, and we decided to go to Joe's place for dinner. As we were on our way, Joe suggested that we practice scooter riding before dinner. He knew that I had been wanting to try it out for some time, and he was happy to let me practice it.

We drove to the Terra Nova, Thompson area along the beach, and we were greeted by a beautiful view of the ocean. Opposite us was the YVR International Airport, and we could see planes taking off and landing in the distance. It was a picturesque location, and I was excited to start practicing. I could feel the cool breeze over my head and mortar rumbling beneath my feet and enjoyed the ride.

Joe gave me some more advice to ride the scooter, and it was a great experience. It took me some time to get the hang of it, but by now with his guidance, I was able to ride it smoothly. I also encouraged my wife, Chador, to try riding the scooter, and she gave it a shot for the first time. She was a bit nervous, but with practice, I am sure she can ride it too.

We practiced for around 2-3 hours, and it was a lot of fun. I enjoyed the experience of riding a scooter, and it was a great way to spend time with Joe and Mercy.

After practicing, Joe and Mercy took us to a Chinese restaurant for dinner. We had a great time, and the food was delicious. It was a perfect way to end the day.

Overall, it was a memorable experience, and I am grateful for the opportunity to try something new. I look forward to practicing scooter riding again in the future.

Grandvile Island and Stanley Park, Vancouver

"Come rain or come shine! Plan will proceed "remarked Joemar when I mentioned to him that the weather is not fine to go outside. Another day (7th April 2023) was spent exploring Vancouver, but the weather got too erratic, much like the pregnant mother's emotions. We moved to Stanley Park in a shower that soaked the morning.

Mercy, Chador, and Author in front of
A-maze-ing Laughter.

One of the biggest parks, Stanley Park is located primarily within Vancouver's metropolitan setting. There are beautiful views of the ocean, sea, sky, and woods over a nearly 400-hectare expanse. There are several trails, stunning beaches, and historical and natural attractions nearby, offering a wide range of adventure opportunities. It is the hub of attraction for people from all walks of life, in my opinion. Unless otherwise reported, it is open from 6 am to 10:00 pm and is accessible by walk, bicycle, or public transportation.    

Author and Joemar at English Bay Beach.

Following that, the weather improved, and we proceeded to Grandvile Island. It's a wonderful place to be but it never seemed to me like an island since it's very crowded. It reminded me of street marketplaces that are similar to Bangkok or India. People from various walks of life go there to take sea rides, spend the weekend with loved ones, or getaway. We had plenty of time to visit every part of the Island because Joemar could secure parking for his car until 5:00 pm. He sponsored us and took a 40-minute seaboat cruise (20 minutes back and forth). Upon eating lunch, we browsed the majority of the souvenir shops. There were also several street performers, magicians, singers, etc. entertaining the public and at the same time making living out of it. 

Author, Chador, Street performer, and Mercy
at Grandwill Island.

We spent some time listening to one man sing a Spanish song before taking pictures with him after his performance.

While we got back from the location, Joemar took us to see the downtown steam-powered clock, which has been running since the 1870s. One of the historical sites in Vancouver that draw so many tourists each day is this very steam clock. After that, we had a stroll around Canada Place.

After returning from Downtown, we headed to a nearby airport at  Larry Berg Flight Path Park to try out electric scooters. I had the chance to learn and practice riding an electric scooter thanks to Joemar, who brought one along. It was fortunate enough for me that I had never touched such equipment in the past to have such a chance to learn today. I could successfully learn how to balance while riding after a few hours of practice and felt so bad for letting Mercy outside in the chilly weather. It was a significant step for me in my lifelong learning of how to bike and drive. We signed off the day after everyone had committed to come to practice the following day and went to dine with them at the Chinese restaurant, where we all relished in as many noodles to our heart's content.

Even though it was still cloudy and raining on Saturday, we went ahead and practiced for a while. I now feel more confident as a result of it.

Joemar and Mercy, thanks for the great weekend!

Silver City, Richmond, BC

Silver City Cinema Hall, Richmond, BC

Joemar and Mercy brought Chador and me to Silver City on April 2, 2023, where we watched John Wick: Chapter 4. Certainly, Keanu Reeves and the movie John Wick have had a lot of influence on me. A famous actor born in Canada inspires many people both on and off the screen and in real life.

Movie poster on the wall of the entrance hall.

The maestro assassin (JW), compelled by grief and vengeance, is on a bloody vendetta to regain his freedom that is due. He encounters his friend with a gun in the High Table-designed course, turning friends into foes. After years of enduring great adversity, he finally finds a way to end the High Table’s curse. 

Once the film drew to a close, we took a detour to familiarize ourselves with the area and the amenities offered to the general public. Afterward, we visited Value Village, then Walmart, and had dinner at the Nandu restaurant, which is situated behind Walmart.

Selfie with Joemar and Mercy. 

For a good spend day, gratitude shall be theirs.