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Monday, October 06, 2008
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Chim chim cher-oo!
Sunday, October 05, 2008
Well it's chucking it down with rain, the lawn mower is packed away this can only mean Richard and I are planning for what comes after Autumn - namely Winter!The overcoats are out of the cupboard and today we are awaiting the arrival of our local Dick van Dyke. With the price of gas and electricity so high we have decided to put our open fire to more use and to ensure they are operating efficiently we have the chimney sweep coming today.
Hopefully it'll be painful and clean - the last time the chimney was cleaned (by Richard), the house was full of soot! Here's hoping...
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Left wing, Right wing
Saturday, October 04, 2008
On Thursday evening we attended the BBC Radio 2 recording of Clive Andersons Chat Room.
It's currently being broadcast on Radio 2 and can be heard online through the link.
It's a topical news show and was quite open and honest. With the guest list of Julian Clary, Rhona Cameron (gay comedians), Tony Parsons (hack and author) and Michael White (Guardian Political Editor) it definitely was a lively debate.
Rhona and Julian were very funny (as was Clive Anderson) but the political spin was a bit much - I have never been a fan of Tony Parsons and seeing him in the flesh, that up close and personal really doesn't mean I will like him any more.
Clive Anderson managed to tie it all together pretty well although he does talk very quickly.
Follow the link, the final 28 minutes show is entertaining but there is a great deal of the 2 hours recorded taken out - for obvious reasons!
I cannot complain as it's a great (free) way to spend an evening in London. Thanks Auntie Beeb!
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IndiGO!
My copy of 21 Nights arrived yesterday and I am very impressed.The photo book is amazing and there are great photos of Prince and the crew in London, The 02, The Dorchester, on the streets and in Prague. Obviously most of the shots are set up but it's a fantastic record and far better than any tour programme.
As for the live album Indigo Nights which was recorded at one of the many aftershow parties - what can I say..? It's like he never left. It truly brings back all the joy and excitement from last summer and it's a fantastic book to have on the coffee table. This album manages to capture all the joy and the fun of attending a Prince aftershow - it's a fantastic recording and long over due.
It certainly is funky and truly worth purchasing (I managed to get my pre ordered copy for less than half price thanks to Amazon ;0) )
Looks like it's gonna be a funky weekend and we need to generate some heat as autumn is definitely with us ;0)
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Autumnal
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Today has been a wonderfully autumnal day and we made the most of it by visiting the Waddesdon Manor Estate.Labels: National Trust, UK
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Hockey Mum!
Saturday, September 27, 2008
I don't particularly care for the current American Elections but I do have to say I am no fan of McCain or Palin. that's why I think this is hilarious!0 comments
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2 Become a Ninja!
Friday, September 26, 2008
A Qype Ninja!
You may have noticed in my Twitter box (on the right) that I have been writing reviews of places we have been, eaten and seen. These have formed part of my account on Qype and for every review you write you gain a point (or two).
Anyway I reached the magic 1000 points a short while ago and took delivery of my congratulatory pack. I have to say for a free gift pack I am very impressed.
What did I get (see above):
- My Qype Ninja ;0)
- A bottle of bubbly
- A Frisbee
- A Mug
- A 1GB memory stick
- A 1GB Product (RED) iPod Shuffle
- a Qype long sleeve tee
- A Qype bag
- and a bag of sweets (not featured above)
I have already written more reviews following my 1000 point and will continue to do so. This gift set (obviously) gives me more incentive to carry on too.
Thanks Qype!
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English Holiday
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Richard and I have just returned from a wonder typically English holiday.We spent the week in north west Norfolk and had a truly wonderful time. One of the magical events had to be when we stood along the shore at Horsey Gap and 6ft out was a seal who was as intrigued by us as we were with him. I think this film captures the mood of the moment:
The weather held out most of the week and even when it didn't it worked to our advantage. Every day we were out seeing new sites and experiencing more wonderful parts of the idyllic English countryside.
I took this shot as we were leaving the cottage, it was such a magnificent sight that we really could not pass up the opportunity of capturing the moment.
(Click to view full screen as it's better when enlarged.)
Other highlights (and recommendations) include:
- Oxburgh Hall (Richard was brave enough to climb into the priest hole)
- Blakeney National Nature Reserve
- Sandringham
- Horsey Wind Pump (and the beach is where we saw the seal)
- Wells-next-theSea (the beach never ends)
- Sheringham Park (climbing the the top of the gazebo (after 3 miles walking) was tiring but worth it for the wonderful views)
- Staying in the wonderful Old Rectory Cottage in Beeston
It's just a shame it was all over so soon.
You can view many more photos from our holiday here
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Mid Week
Wednesday, September 03, 2008
It's mid week and I am as busy as ever.Last weekend Richard and I went home to see our folks and more importantly we got to see my parents new home. It's remarkable that in such a short space of time they have moved and it really does feel like they have always lived there.
The area is much nicer and quieter. There is a decent garden in the front and the back and the lack of stairs is perfect to help my mum get a round without loosing her breath etc.
All in all I am very happy for them and look forward to going home again to see what they have done with the garden etc.
Work is crazy busy this week but at least I am off next week. Richard and I are going to Norfolk for a weeks break. We're staying in an old Rectory on a country estate. I cannot wait! We have some idea of what we'd like to see but to be honest we'd both be very happy to simply have a rest ;0)
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Frogmore
Monday, August 25, 2008
Yesterday we spent the day in Windsor as we had booked to take a look at Frogmore House. It is a home on the Windsor Estate which is still used by the Royal Family and was where Queen Victoria grew up.Frogmore is only open to the public two days a year so it's best to book ahead for fear of forgetting!
Anyway we spent a drizzly morning on the Frogmore estate but to be honest the grounds are so nice we didn't notice the rain.
Frogmore is a couple of miles from Windsor Castle so we had a bit of exercise and worked up an appetite, grabbing some lunch before heading into the castle. We have been to the castle several times but never so late in the day and to be honest I couldn't stand the crowds. It didn't feel too bad to rush around as quickly as we did as we had seen much of it before.
The Moat Garden was open to the public yesterday, again a feature usually out of bounds to the public. We took the opportunity to have a stroll around the beautifully secluded gardens and I am really glad we did as it offered a fantastic perspective of the castle that you rarely get to see.
Thankfully it's a bank holiday here in the UK and we have the chance to chill out (Friday we tided up the garden), today as it's over cast we have planned a Beef Roast followed by a lazy afternoon together. Perfect.
Follow the link to see a selection of the photos we captured yesterday.
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Congratulations
I have to give a final congratulations to the Great British Olympic Team who are on their way home with a staggering 19 Gold, 13 Silver and 15 Bronze medals. It's been a thrill to spectate in the Beijing Olympics.
So the double decker bus has transformed and now the stage is set for the games to come here in 2012 - no doubt this will dominate the news and press coverage for the next 4 years. I just hope that the 2012 team pull it off and they manage to host an Olympics that all of us in the UK can be proud of.
Labels: London
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Me Mail
Sunday, August 24, 2008
I got a mail from myself today! Or rather someone in the US who has the same name as me.It took me a while to work out we shared the same name (it is early on a Sunday morning as I write) - but that's kind of cool and the mail was very nice and complimentary.
Have you ever made contact with yourself?
Labels: My World
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