A Bientôt, Mon Amour

The weekend is over and so are my over indulgences. I’m primarily speaking of the multiple times I committed gluttony these past few days. Despite Montréal being titled the “Night Life City” of Canada, I didn’t partake in so much of that. The rain was a definite factor, as well as the fact that it’s just not summer. Just. Wasn’t. Feelin. It. 

The main company this past weekend was Mr. Justin Zamora, also known as Jigga Man- JayZ. Exchanges of music, movies, shisha and alcoholic beverages were what bonded us. This individual never fails when it comes to the latest gadgetry or toys. New Macbook? He’s got it. Heated blanket? He’s got it. Gamer chair and turntables? Projector screen and projector? 24″ iMac? Wii? iPhone? xBox? Need I say more?!? Entertainment and stimulation are never a problem when you’re at the Zamora residence. I surely am grateful for this gentlemen’s hospitality, nurse-duties (he really is a nurse), and most importantly, getting me rip roarin’ loaded within three hours upon arrival. You never let me down, Justin, especially with the Miss Vickies Rosemary and Basil Chips. SWV is currently playing off my iPod as we speak, soundtrack of August Rush is up to bat, and Liam Neeson is my hero. Thanks again, mon ami.  My time was also spent with the following significant and special favorites:

  • Brian Morales, or ‘Mo’, as we like to call him. He likes to mix business with pleasure, which, I don’t hate on. ;P We didn’t have the opportunity to have a ‘Real Talks’ sesh which is usually pretty vital to every MTL visit. Perhaps it was because he was too busy on the phone all the time. Hmmmm. Hahahah. He was one of my very first friends in Montréal. =] Thanks for “falling asleep” and not seeing me on my last day!!!
  • Alex Guingab, a.k.a. Lexii. Part-time dancer, part-time DJ, and full-time Womanizer. (I can attest to that, haha) All that is quote worthy in regards to Lexii and this visit was the drive-thru at McDonald’s and Lex yelling out the window, “You’re too slow! We’re going to another McDonald’s!” 
  • Miss Meredith Sarmiento — a kindred spirit, a joy contributor, the filipina Martha Stewart, the Cupcake Queen, the N*gga B*tch of the year 2000. Hahahahhaha. I have too much faith in this woman and her incredible passion for food. I have had a premonition that she will travel the world writing restaurant reviews and sampling hidden dessert treasures. She will also never get fat despite gluttony being her profession. *Nods head* Yep, Mer. It’s gunna happen. You’re never gunna be one of those Titas that ‘let go’, haha. Oh, did I mention? She makes one BAD ASS cream cheese frosting. Dead serious.
  • Jean-Noel Quilatan, also known as Joe. Fellow Sneakuh head (well, me, not so much anymore), and Miss Meredith’s bank for all her eating exploits. He is always great company, drives Marcy, a delicious car, and has pinpointed my dream car for me… Ummm… What was it again? BMW 1 series, two-door, V-6 engine, in phoenix black?!?! Merçi pour le créme brulée! C’est trés bon!! C’est domage that our run didn’t fall through. Solo-effort. =/
  • Chris Zscofscin — Softskin. I hate this guy with a passion. Don’t let him add you on facebook, he will creep harder than weeds on your lawn. Don’t fall asleep during New Year’s anywhere near him, he will take provocative looking pictures on you and sneak kisses on your cheek. Don’t let him hug you, it is the most awkward feeling a human being could experience. He has apparently put me on his ‘Top 20 List’ and am considered attractive in his eyes. Please pass me the waste basket, I’m going to vomit.

Homies and Homiettes I saw briefly and wish I kicked it with longer or at all:

  • Jessica Jalea. We used to cuddle under the covers and whisper secrets on the futon. The majority of our time on this trip was only spent during a purchase of Vanilla Milkshake at Chenoys. Summer time? Your birthday round 3? I’m in. =]
  • JE Jalea. I saw you ONCE. JEboy, would you like crackers with your cheese? Can’t wait to meet JessiGurl. 😉 Tell your parents to open a restaurant already, because those shrimps are baannnggginnnn’.
  • Jack and Lindsay. Your humor and sarcasm are always welcome. Much to your dismay, you couldn’t stop me from coming to this city despite your blunt reaction over my facebook wall. 
  • Janet, Umals, C.J. — Brief but pleasant to see you. Umals, you’re getting deezed. I’m sure you’re already aware of that, haha.
  • Vinh, Talisa, Gina — T.O. BRRRAATATATATTTSSSS!!! See you guys this summer… living in the same city, hiiyyyoooooooo. It’s gunna be bomb. Send your music my way, Vinh. Tal, girrrlll taalkkkkssss, and Gina, your accent is the CUTEST!
  • Hannah and Jesse — Surprise me in T.O. again? Jesse, it’s been two years and you’re STILL too broke to buy me dinner?!?!

A video showcasing the visuals of this mini-trip will follow this post in the near future. 

I cannot believe it’s been two years since the summer that changed my life. You guys are truly home away from home… away from home. Without a doubt, Montréal just has this charisma and charm that Toronto lacks. I definitely have to acknowledge it in the people — despite the infamous French snobbery, I think that that remains true to Quebecers amongst each other. To the visiting tourists, Montréalers are nothing other than welcoming and friendly. They go out of their way to make you fall in love with their  beautiful city, and they buff their chests out with pride because you’ll soon admit that it’s very true. 

August? *Nods head in agreement* Mmmmhmmmm.

I’ve spoken my piece.

Peace.

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