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Birthday: October 25, 1984
Age: 17
Sign:
Nicknames: Alexi, a lexus, Ally, Al, The Commie/ Russian Spy, Alexei-Stukhov, etc.
Siblings: younger brother Paul, Rickie...oh wait that one's my dog
Interests: Writing, piano, hangman, Writing, being quirky, drama, chilling with you fine
people,
piano, movies,
Mike Comrie, baseball&hockey, daydreaming, being the quiet one, and Spinal Tap
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Life has never been dull since getting to know you
guys. Whether you were having me put on a ridiculously awful Spanish accent to become Conchita Costa del Sol, dress as an
overweight Tomato for a certain bio project, or adopt the saccharine persona of Tina the S-Clubber for an uncomfortable length
of time- you've always kept me busy. And I loved every minute of it. Well, almost every minute, cuz that fat suit was pretty
nasty.
I really feel like I've learned something unique from each of you, which is one of the great things of having
such a diverse group of friends.
Ok, so here's my semi-philosphical-we're-friends-and-we're-graduating quotation:
"Your
smallest action sets off another somewhere, and is set off by it. Keep an eye open, an ear cocked. We'll be alright."
- Tom Stoppard, Rosencrantz
& Guildenstern Are Dead.
Translation being that I think for better or for worse (and almost always it was for the
better), we've shaped each another in the time spent together.
And I like what we've become.
I plan
to keep writing for as long as I have paper, and failing that, 'll make my living as a full-time dreamer. Until then, I'll
see most you at U of A next year and maybe in my linguistics classes, once I figure out what linguistics is.
BRONWEN- I think our friendship can be charted by a series
of stupid comments that I've made. Beginning, of course, with the now-infamous nature of verctors- I'm officially fearful
of all things physics/cerealiffic. Then there was the conversation while you and Gerrit were going out, after which I proceeded
to ask you if you liked anyone. The list goes on, of course, but the beat goes on too. The real difficulty this year was not
completing IB
Calculus, nor dissecting the grammatical structure of the French
language (or the word earwax). No no
my dear, just think: if we managed to weather the greatest calamity of all: the trading of Alex Gonzalez (to a National League
team, no less), then we can surely get through anything. And I know you're always up for a challenge- put your mind to something,
and Bronwen succeeds. Which is why I've devised this ultra-difficult hangman word for
your enjoyment/frustration.
Q _ _ C _ E (thing)
Have a blast in Europe this summer!
ALEX- I still remember those funky 6" boots you
wore in Grade 10- they belong in a museum of coolness, methinks. Thanks for playing me the songs you wrote- it's never too
late for fluffifying them! And Green Day will always be the anthem for Movie Works, even if we ruined like 5 shots by playing
it too loudly. Thanks also for always keeping me current with Buffy, even though I'm just a dumbass who thinks Angel is still
on the show.
Contrary to a certain grad picture, your head is not oversized
(literally or figuratively). You're so
modest, even when you've got tons to brag about. Good luck in all things, and especially in finding a Billy Joe clone.
PAUL-
Only you could have so accuately portrayed the lovable quirkiness of...Paul. Your unspoilt-by-acting-lessons talents wow me.
More importantly, though, you're an amazing friend, always ready to listen and to ask when you think something's wrong. So
thanks for the conversations, and for teasing me mercilessly for being 2 for 2. Thanks for not being scared to sing Climb
Every Mountain in public. Maybe you can draw on such things for your story- I think it's awesome that you're going for it.
We still need to go wardrobe/Whyte Ave shopping this summer, so don't be a stranger and keep in touch!
TOM- Quaff?!?
I think not...Anywho, fond memories abound of improvising (read: bullshitting) English orals, and photocopying en masse for
Bio. Let it never be said that we were ill-prepared though, right? Yes...I'll always treasure the souvenirs of our time together-
Exhibit A) 30+ hours of junk ( I mean...art) to edit out
of "The Making."
Exhibit B) Myself as a juggling tomato. You know
I still haven't forgiven you for the ketchup.
Exhibit C) The look on Mr. Melnyk's face when you called him feminine. Imprinted
in my mind...
Based on these wonderful memories, I think it's fair to say that you have large doses of spirit, confidence,
and heart- which is surely enough to make a very fine English teacher indeed. It's been fun- thanks a lot.
ANNE- Well,
we made it through high school with all major organs intact (insert bio joke here), and some creative juice to spare. I hope
you keep me current as your new script grows- thanks for always helping me with mine. Sounds like we're nursing children,
doesn't it? Oy. Well, call it what you want, I'm glad we have it in common. You're a fantastic writer, and
your unique
brand of sensitivity-meets-sensibility shine through in it. Just think, you give me ideas when you're talking about fingernails.
Speaking of which, remember that bizarre Pariahs scene where I wrote TYLER: *Twirls finger*. Still don't know what that was.
Oh, and I've been working on that Anago code for a while, and it got me thinking about how one might order
from Panangopolous
Pizza. Until Youthwrite...(speaking of which, I have an application to fill out :)
As they say in Spinal Tap, "F[orget]
the napkin"- here's what it said:
Sing
like nobody's listening
Dance like no one's
watching
Love like you'll never get hurt
Live like there's heaven on Earth
Write
like no one looks over your shoulder (Diduch)
Play like electricity runs through you
Act
like you have nothing to lose
And sneeze
so that everyone can hear you!
Make of that what you will.
WILL- One of my first memories of you is from Grade
10, when you tried to osmote information from a textbook into your brain by placing it on your head and pouring water over
top. I've never quite recovered. Probably because I've never met anyone like you, and I mean that in a good way. I was quietly
ecstatic when you and Anne asked me to come aboard on Pariahs, and I
was genuinely humbled to have been surrounded by
so much talent. Making the film was one of the best things I've ever been a part of, and not just because of the glamour of
being interviewed while having my hair done :) Mostly, I just really hope that you're still finding ways to be creative 30
years from now. You have so much to offer- remember that movies are a
big part of you, but they're just one part. After all, you may have a career in photographing Tim's salivary
glands.Wherever you go, have fun with it.
KATHLEEN- You've taught me numerous skills over the years: from sewing a quilt with frog and dinosaur
patterns on it, to modelling some of the newest fashions out of the drama room for behind the scenes, you've always got something
new to offer :) You've been an amazing spiritual role model for a lot of us- thanks for getting me involved in some
Gr. 11 Young Life,
and entertaining us with stories of Malibu. I'm still looking forward to your communist musical!
RUSSEL-
We've come a long way since throwing Rosary beads at each other in Sunday School. Actually, not really, but that's ok too.
Thanks for handling the behind-the-scenes editting so well (not that I've seen it yet, but I'll trust you). Famous last words.
Oh and you were ok as that Tyler guy too... I joke, but I really do wish you well in pursuit of your dream. Just think: if
Richard can receive an award for being attentive, nothing can stop you. Your chocolate Oscar awaits...
TIM- So
glad you joined the insanity this year! I know you didn't have a lot of extra time between shots during filming, but it was
fun hanging out when you did. Have you perfected the X-Files theme on piano yet? I really love how positive you always are-
your friendly smile doesn't go unnoticed :) Thanks for assuring me that I was Top 11 material. That's sort of a favourite
number of mine. And a heartfelt thank you on behalf of the group for supplying us with Bounce. And then calling the company
to complain. You're awesome.
CONSTANCE- Alas, after 6 years we go our separate ways. Thanks for spiritted times and
memorable moments- but "vacuole" beats "ex" any day of the week ;) Just kidding of course- I think you outscored me with that.
Anyways, hopefully we'll meet up in a university class later on- maybe psych, which
is just about the best/cheapest way
to get out of a university lab that I can think of. Extended science lives on, yes? You're honestly a great actress- hope
you can pursue it amid 'real-life' pressures.
LAURA- I think I ate all the gummy worms at your cabin. I'm sorry. Gelatinous
overdosing notwithstanding...Thanks for taking the not-so-secret-anymore-bus with me, and for almost applying at Lyndale.
It's been a fun six years together. You've totally got the right attitude to succeed at your goals (just monitor your manic
sugar highs...) Good luck in all that you do. And now for some words of inspiration: Para bailar la bamba; para bailar la
bamba, se necessti una poca de gracia; una poca de gracia, para mi para ti; y arriba y arriba. Luv your latina sister.
DANIELLE-
I remember thinking in Grade 10 that you were the coolest person because you'd seen American Beauty. Remember that psych class?
I don't think we ever learned our teacher's name. Sigh. Anyways, you're still the coolest; moreover, I now know you to be
one of the most encouraging people I've ever
met- thanks for lending kind words on so many occasions. Let's have a Christopher
Guest/Josh Hartnett film session this summer, ok?
JAMES- What can I say. Good to know that I'm not the only one who
finds Spinal Tap funny. Thanks for keeping me calm and semi-sane. In a time when a Mulderesque "Trust no one" threatens to
brainwash the general population, I trust you completely, and I have from the start. Speaking of which,
that copy of One
Breath is coming, I promise...once I eliminate all the garbaginous waste. Thanks for teaching me some guitar- only the best
of songs, of course. Best of luck with your Canadian swing allegory, I think it's got oodles of potential. Call us up on one
of your 3 days off this summer, live it up at camp, and remember what this year has taught us: "You can't really...dust...for
vomit."
EMMA- I'm hoping that you can lend me some pointers as to how to overcome the addictions of alcohol. Your daring
battle against gin has helped me to come clean about my own struggles with Russian vodka. But that's what friends are for.
Congrats on your drama accolades, you deserve them fully. Your leadership + commitment awes me- let's just say I'm glad that
the Mexico vs. camp decision was yours, not mine :) See you at UofA
MR. R-MAN- Glad I got to know you from something
other than Critical Force (which I loved, of course). Sorry if I forgot to say hi to you once or twice :) You know I love
ya. Thanks for 'helping' me with ideas for my new script- I've never seen the...philosophical side of you <g>. Proud
to have been your
dice roller on that night (in a losing war effort, but no matter). I'll
look for your mad improv
skills on Whose Line some day.
LISA- The first time I met you, you were being froshed and were dressed in a chicken
costume. I think it was for volleyball, but I'm not sure that it matters. As a result, you're my fashion guru for life. And
let me know if you're ever selling that cute car of yours. I'm looking forward to rocking it out with you at the Goo Goo Dolls
concert: Johnny Rzeznik will be just 11 rows away...
MARC- I think we have equally-fond memories of S-Clubbing, but
it was an experience, right? And are you sure that you worked at SilverCity? Never once did I see you there, which leads me
to believe that you worked even better hours than I do at my "little gift shop where I break things." You've always been the
perfect gentleman, though the grad picture of me and you is
ridiculous. And I was wearing *heels*, damnit. Oh well, some
things just weren't meant to be.
SHARI- "Here lies my business." Gotta love English IB. Where else would a phrase like
that be taken seriously?Never forget Melnyk (as if we could), and exchanges like this:
MELNYK: "Now we come to a nutbar named D'Annunzio.
What was his problem?"
SHARI: "Drinking!!!"
MELNYK:
"Very good...but that could be anyone..."
Cryptic. Anyways Shari, you're always the best for advice-giving. You make me
want to be more outgoing. Don't change ever:)
Without meaning to be unnecessarily corny, I wanted to say
that your friendship has meant a lot to me, and I think you saved me from getting into a lot of stuff that just wasn't me.
There are so many irreplaceable memories that we've shared- I hope that time doesn't wear them thin. And at the
risk of
complete and utter cheese, I'd like to add that you guys made me feel like a writer, and I can never really repay you for
that. I think it's cool that we party the way we do, and I sure hope that my kids have friends like I did in high school.
Let's beat the odds and keep in touch, ok? Cheers to the years and all things drama.
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