A page for jokes ! Also some minor
maintenance carried out.
Past news and events on Martin's Web
Merry
Christmas
Editorial Comment 11 03
We wish all of our best to you and your family during this upcoming Christmas Season. We are very blessed to have such loving family supporting us and many dear friends standing by us. Like always, we have had so many good things happen to us this year we hope we can offer you our love and support, not just at Christmas time but all of the coming year. Thank you. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
No
more fish
Staff Reporter, 08 03
After five years of loyal service to her work Julie has decided to take some time off from selling fish. The change in pace was most welcomed by Martin, which allowed them to spend the summer together enjoying the fruits of their labor. But don't worry, this "stone" is not about to gather moss, with summer over, she has already found several avenues for her bountiful enthusiasm.
Fifty big ones
I B Sludge, 11 03
The Martineaus are blasting holes in Statistic Canada's picture of what a average Canadian family is, yet again. First, the thirteen kids - not quite the statistical 1.7 "kids". Now, they have reach a milestone not very common in or modern society, fifty years of marital bliss! A big gathering is planned in Summer 2004 for the whole family in Powell River. You should already be aware, but if your not, email Julie.
Working for the Mouse
Hurt dEars 11.03
After years of working for various outfits affectionately know as "Mickey Mouse" Martin now works for Mickey himself! Yes you heard right. In the capacity of marine engineer, Martin joined the Disney Magic in April 2003. The 85,000 tons cruise ship, cruises the Caribbean powered by five V16 diesel engine pushing over 75,000hp. Professionally it is a great opportunity to apply his craft and further it too. The three months onboard went very quick as he was very busy with work. They went quicker still when Julie visited and spent two weeks onboard before the end of his contract, then the both of them spent several days visiting the Mouse's home. After spending two beautiful summer month at home with Julie visiting friends and family, Martin is now back at work, sailing on the Disney Wonder, the sister ship to the Magic, cruising to the Bahamas. He will be home for Christmas.
Ford
vs GMC
M.Y. Hurtnucles 09.03
The Leduc household recently acquired a full size beast for the driveway. In breaking with established female love of Ford Truck, and the male's previous experience with the blue oval, they could not resist the full size diesel 4x4 pick up's appeal of the GMC. Having said that, its a good thing the new owner is mechanically inclined with many tools at his disposal. So be on the lookout for a white blur in your mirror, if you see it, pull over, way over...
Got
hamered!
Willy Sincere, 08.03
Josee and Dave busted down the door on their newly completed house. The very happy parents, brother, nephews, aunts, niece, uncles, friends et all were on hand in Anacortes this past August to help them "break in" their new home. Congratulations to you both, and thank you for the good time!
The
News Room is back
Spar K. Lots, 10.03
As you may be aware, this little area of this website has had tragic shortage of new material. Due to recent cutback, claw-back, divesture, etc (and other corporate term for "couldn't bother trying"). But that is no more I promise that this will become the next "big thing". Ok maybe not, but at least I will try to make an effort to post some news of what going on in our world. So sit back, don't slouch, take that gum out of your mouth, and don't keep your drink near the computer, but do come back to visit.
MMEP
hits 20000
Pinky da Brain 12 01
It was not to long ago that Martin's Marine Engineering reported it's 10000 visitor to the site. Well in four short month, that figure has doubled. Check it out here.
All
quiet on the front
Cecil B. Demented 12 01
The heads of the ever expanding Leduc family are spending a quiet Christmas at home. After a year of hectic activity, the parents are looking forward to "watching videos & sipping cognac". Family members will be dropping by but just about everyone in the family spending their Christmas with their significant other's family. Cat & Nol are spending a week with the kids away from home to relax and replenish on Hornby Island. While Anne and Alexis will be in Seattle to spend some time with their friend Jimmy. Martin will be over at Julie's parents in Powell River, while Francois will be over at his wife's parents for the week.
Reception well attendedJulie and Martin's wedding reception was well attended by guests. About 120 friends and family members attended the event on September 15, 2001. The ceremony was hosted by brother in law Doug and featured games, speeches and a live performance of Josee Allard. The setting, overlooking the ocean, took full advantage of the sunset during dinner. The rest of the evening featured dancing and the usual garter toss and cake cutting before the bride and groom were whisked off to a secluded Bed and Breakfast around one am. All in all a very successful evening.
Yet
another one
Willy Sincere, 11 01
On November 2nd 2001, the Leduc family grew yet again. Francois wed his fiancé in front of a small gathering of friends and family in a central Saanich church. The reception was held at the Oak Bay Marina.
The
Wedding was a success
Spar K. Lots, 09 01
Julie Martineau wed Martin Leduc on a ceremony celebrated on the 15 day of September 2001. The ceremony officiated by Fr Hanley, was held at Queen of Peace Church in Esquimalt BC. About 90 family members and guest attended the 1 hour ceremony. For more details and pictures of the event, drop by the wedding page.
Josee
Allard, live!
Angela Bruising, 06.01
The singer songwriter from Powell River has made her appearance on the world stage. "She was very happy of the event" says website creators MartinCorp. Visit her at www.joseeallard.com.
10000
hits and still standing
Willy Sincere - 05.01
New York - Martin's Marine
Engineering Page sustain yet another direct hit, ten thousand to
date to be exact. Site operators are ecstatic about the positive
feedback from its worldwide visitors. With a world wide audience,
the engineering site has really blossomed. Currently the site is
soliciting comments from its visitor by way of a web poll in order
to improve service and perhaps raise funds.
"The response has been very positive overall" says the
diesel duck. He goes on to say that "...there is definitely a possibility
for the site to become self sufficient" which is very exciting.
The response from Canadian engineer has been the biggest surprise
yet. www.dieselduck.net
Bachelor
no more
Slinkin Low 06.01
Victoria - Despite a missed ferry, the groom to be reluctantly "showed up" for his send off party. Send off to wedding bliss that is. 11 people attended the ceremony which began with a quiet dinner at Moxie's in downtown Victoria. The festivities took on a new look when everyone was dressed in white coveralls and harmed with markers. The hapless groom to be was not that lucky. He was striped and forced to wear a pink poke-a-dot diaper and hood. His body was quickly covered in grafiti from passer by along with some stares of disbelief as he was toured throught the downtown core, from one bar to another. All in all nobody was hurt and a good time was had by all. See the pictures here.
From
Russia with Vodka
Yuri Gooned - 08.01
After missing his connecting flight in Europe, Frank D. returned home from St Petersburg. "The trip went very well" a tired Frank said. The gift bearing world traveller did not forget his buddies at home and brought authentic Russian pipe cleaner, huh, Vodka to share with the kinfolk. Welcome back!
Out
of left field
Obie Wonder - 08.01
Francois and Danine have become engaged. "We are very happy" they said. There is this air about them, which is contagious happiness. Way to go guys!
Wedding
all set to go !
Staff reporter - 08.01
Victoria - Everything is set to go for the Leduc & Martineau wedding on September 15, 2001. About 90 guests and family members will be in attendance from all over. For all the latest details and information, guests can check out the website at www.martinleduc.com/wedding.htm.
Are
you colorblind ?
Staff reporter - 05.01
Nanaimo - In an effort to quash colorblind rumors, the creators of www.martinleduc.com have come up with a new design. The stylized "earthen" theme was chosen in conjunction with spring and it's importance to life on earth. The move will once and for all calm rumors that the site's creators is as color blind as a door.
They
did it
Reel Hapi 06.01
Victoria - Marcelle Rutherford officially became Marcelle Larochelle on June 2nd 2001. The events went off without a hitch at Hatley Castle in Victoria. Check out the pictures.
Rosary.org is hot
Angela Bruising
The website from Nanaimo BC is garnishing international attention as more and more people discover it. "I am very please and humbled" says Mr. Claude Leduc. It recently passed the 500 visitor milestone. Visit it at www.therosary.org
Death
threats thrown out
Vic Sliming - 05.01
Victoria - The Larochelle
Bachelor Party Preparation Squad (LBPPS) have dismissed threats by
the groom to be's future wife and the Best Man's significant other
as ridiculous.
"All this huh bub is completely un-necessary as we are planning
a quiet evening of prayers and reconciliation with mother
nature". Rumors of "patty wagons", debauchery and
reckless abandon are simply untrue and vicious. "The
celebration of Mr. Larochelle joyous occasion is one way for his
closest friends to celebrate his deep love for his bride to be"
says Leduc. The festivities will be held on Saturday May 26 in
Victoria BC.
January 26, 2001
Just some new jokes in the joke page, otherwise, not much else.
December 03, 2000
Added some new pictures in the coast guard page and the family page.
November 20, 2000
I finally do an update. New pictures in the Friends page and Family page. A new page for Christmas. Check out the pictures from our Mexico Vacation. Lots of new links in the links page.
August 13, 2000
Updated my resume, made a new index page. Registered my name so you can more easily find me! www.martinleduc.com - As well, try www.dieselduck.net for the marine engineering page. You can access my computer, when its online, to download/upload music, programs and other funny stuff; just go to www.martinleduc.com then click ftp at the top right corner.
Posted new pictures in the friends page. Check out also the Kleijn's pictures which can be accessed throught the family page.
June 13, 2000
Updated my resume , and added some new jokes and some links too.
April 26, 2000
Maintenance carried out. A new webspace address for MartinCorp it's now http://members.home.net/martincorp which brings the end of my relationship with Telus/Sympatico. Please make sure, if you have not allready done so, to change my email address to martin-leduc@home.com. Im off to work for a month with Coast Guard, I will be back in early June.
April 07, 2000
February 28, 2000
Updated my resume, added some picture of the ships mentioned. Check out the new links on the links page.
February 07, 2000
Yet another new page. This one advertises my web design services to the general public. Check out MartinCorp.
January 25, 2000
January 05, 2000
Minor maintenance carried out. Added some new pictures on the Friends page.Check out all the huh-bub about my new site Martin's Marine Engineering Site
December 28, 1999
December 15, 1999
December 6, 1999
Carried out routine maintenance on the whole web site. Added some links on the Link's page and the Friends page, as well as some new questions on the FAQ page.
November 27, 1999
November 17, 1999
Check out the new anecdote and bumper sticker page.
November 08, 1999
October 24, 1999
Yes I have made the switch to a new Internet Service Provider. I'm now on the @Home network. A new email and web addresse are applicable.
June 02, 1999
Birth of Martin's Web