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Sunday, July 31, 2005

This weekend has been a bit of a mixed bag really.

The majority of yesterday was spent at a friends barbecue. The weather wasn't bad but it wasn't brilliant either. At least we could spend the afternoon in the garden though and seeing as they live in a such a lovely location you didn't notice the weather. It would seem that everyone has a nice time as plenty was ate and drank ;)

This followed a very early start to the day as Richard awoke early and I ended up getting up shortly after him at 7:30!

Today was a bit different as I have had a lousy nights sleep thanks to an old injury in the top of my spine. I am sure my disc has moved as I am in agony today, I am trying not to spend too much time in one spot so as not to seize up but then I try to move quickly and I just end up feeling dizzy. This is possibly why I didn't want to get up this morning and after a short break fro breakfast at 10:30, ended up back in bed until mid day.

I have been out into town to browse around the stores but have had no luck today as most shops I have wanted to visit have been closed and the ones that were open didn't have want I was after :(

Flicking through the TV I came across the new video from Jamiroquai. Seven Days in Sunny June has to be one of the best songs I have heard this year and I am so pleased it is to be the next single. It definitely is the stand out track from Dynamite. Even if you don't like Jamiroquai I reckon you should follow the link to iTunes and have a listen. It is the perfect song for a lovely summers day.

This photo could be some surreal summer shot of St Pauls but unsurprising this is not how the shot was originally conceived. This was generated, by accident, from Picasa and I am quite happy with this little photographic hic-cup! Who needs a Lomo camera?!

Brandy and Jerrys message of defiance made it onto We Are Not Afraid, although I doubt Jerry would be very happy being labelled Jenny! ;)

[iTunes: "Seven Days In Sunny June" : Jamiroquai]

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Saturday, July 30, 2005

Well it's Saturday (at long last) but unfortunately it is a little overcast. Typical as we are off to a friends barbecue this afternoon! I am sure it'll will be very British! (Yes that does mean I am dressing for summer but taking an umbrella!)

Just read that Mylo has a release date for his new single Doctor Pressure. As it contains samples of Miami Sound Machine I can only imagine this must be a mash of Doctor Beat ;)

I am also really excited by the new Stewie Griffin Movie, I adore Family Guy. It has to be one of the funniest things on TV, far funnier that The Simpsons which it keeps getting unfairly compared to. I hope the latest season, currently being aired in the States, makes it over here soon.

I've been using my iPod recently to listen to playlists I have automatically generated that fit certain criteria. This has opened a whole new listening experience, mainly because it has reminded me of music I have that I have not heard in ages. This then lead me to chase a copy of God's Stepchild by Janet and the first album from the Fun Lovin' Criminals (both of which I have been meaning to get my paws on for ages).

My search led me to Amazon and as ever I am not real surprised by the things you can find in the Market Place. What does surprise me is the price at which people put things up for sale. The FLC CD cost me 40p - it cost them 47p to send it!!! Where is the sense in that?

I have remembered to update my iPod content page too... I am sure this will give a pretty broad idea of my musical tastes.

Following on from my previous blog entry about How I Paid for College, I just want to say thank to Marc Acito for the lovely response to my email. I really look forward to his next book and wish him every success.

It's interesting to see what people take photo's of and more interesting to see what they choose to upload to Flickr. Maybe Richard and I should try to do a Rock Guy kind of shoot? I just wonder where you would go to take such a collection of photo's and what would happen if you were spotted?

Hopefully next weekend we'll both be a bit brighter, and the weather will be sunnier as we are off on a dawn nature walk. Sounds kind of extreme but we did it last year and thoroughly enjoyed it. I just hope we actually get to see a bit more wildlife this time around!

[iTunes: "Brighter Day (Kaskade Original)" : Kaskade]

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Sex, Friendship...

Thursday, July 28, 2005

I have just finished reading How I Paid for College and advise you to read a copy.

Marc Acito tells a very witty, lively and enlightening story from page to page.

I have been after a decent summer read for a while and have struggled to find anything to grab my attention. This book did and I recommend it highly.

If you like 80's films such as The Breakfast Club or Ferris Bueller's Day Off then you'll adore this.

Marc has written the story very cleverly, obviously adding some element of reflection to 80's Life in America and yet, as it suggests it could simply be an autobiography from that era.

I will be looking for further works by Marc as "How I Paid for College" was hard to put down.

So what you waiting for? Throw away your Potter and read something more interesting instead!

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SchnApple

I could write lots about the latest screen shots of Vista Formerly Known as Schlonghorn (or VFKaS) but I am not going to because I think it's pointless.

Yes well all know it looks like Tiger, yes we all know it'll work like Tiger (I said like not exactly like), yes we know the Apple community will be up in arms about it and yes the Microsnot community will waste breath defending it. What puzzles me is why any of us are really that surprised anymore?

I am amazed that the beta is a 2 Gb file but the rest; not so...

As long as there have been computers someone has had an idea and someone else has plagiarised it. OK it is mainly Microsnot plagiarising Apple but shouldn't this mean we are immune to this behaviour by now?

Why does Microsnot constantly get away with it? If I plagiarised some text I'd be sent to court - how come God Gates gets off scot. free? Who is he fingering?

Oh well the debate will run and run but all I say is ho hum. I prefer Apple, I adore my iBook and Tiger is a superior OS. If Microsnot once again decide to plagiarise ideas from someone else because they cannot think of their own; then so be it. At least it proves Apple (unlike Microsnot) get it right.

And whilst I am on my high horse, what's with all these Chav ridden men wearing charity "bracelets"? They wouldn't been see dead wearing charitable ribbons or actual bracelets, so why is a bit of rubbery plastic more appealing? Why do certain people feel the need to advertise that they have donated a piddly amount to charity? Why not make a decent donation and be proud. Who needs to know? Honestly!

[iTunes: "Somewhere - Extended Version" : Pet Shop Boys]

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Comments, Quips and Japes?!?

Wednesday, July 27, 2005

I have had enough of the Haloscan comments not working properly, I am starting to think no one loves me anymore as I have had no comments in a number of days.

The solution? The complete removal of Haloscan comments from my blog with the replacement solution being provided by Blogger.

It may not be pretty but at least I have more faith in the system...

No please, make me smile on this otherwise damp day and leave me a comment ;) I need your little rays of sunshine to keep me going! (No honest I do!)

[iTunes: "Talk To Me" : Jill Scott]

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Move along please...

Tuesday, July 26, 2005

Nothing to see here!

(Yes I am bored and have nothing to say!)

Well except - what the fuck is up with the iTunes Music Store? All I can load is the damn Canadian shop! That's no go to me in the UK! Come on Jobs, pull your finger out! (Mind you it could be worse, I could be relying on Microsnot - like that will ever happen!)

Right I'm off to park me 'arris in front of the box ready for the new series of The Smoking Room ;)

[iTunes: "Numb" : Portishead]

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Fell asleep amongst the flowers...

Sunday, July 24, 2005

Today was lovely and relaxing. I met up with Yvonne, Andrea and Vanessa and we spent a predominantly rain soaked day at the Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew.

The weather did not dampen our spirits though as we had a fun time wandering around the extensive gardens, conservatories, stopping for tea and lunch when we felt the need.

I am not sure what I think of the Dale Chihuly glass sculptures that currently adorn the gardens. To be honest I'd visit Kew to see the plants, not some weird glass interpretations! I do also have views about an "artist" who doesn't actually create his work but has a team to do it for him. But I digress...

As you can see the installations do make interesting subjects though.

Then again the wildlife at Kew can also prove very photogenic.

I have not seen Yvonne, Andrea or Ness in ages and it was lovely to catch up. It certainly sounds like we all enjoyed ourselves. Vanessa even learnt the name of the river that runs through London! Yes today (for some) truly was educational ;) - Sorry Ness, only kidding.

I hope we do it again soon. Hopefully next time the weather may be a bit brighter!

(P.S. Yes Ness the song title is a reference to the comment made about me by the "two young men" and no my head has not swelled - honest!)

[iTunes: "When You Got It, Flaunt It" : Nathan Lane]

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Relax...

Saturday, July 23, 2005

I think this should be a relaxed weekend...

It's been one of those weeks. A very long week. Work has been busy. There has been extra elements of stress (my god daughters accident, the second round of London bombings etc.) and the monumental task of stripping two of our rooms to accommodate new carpets (something not previously blogged as it

meant disconnecting the computers to get things out of the rooms!).

Yes I think we all need a rest.

I just hope the weather is nice tomorrow for my day out at Kew...

Hey I am feeling so positive about this need to relax I thought I'd cheer up my "str8 stalker" G and Luke buy adding some dancing girls ;) Of course I also think it only fair to bring out the dancing boys too!

It would seem that Miss Jackson has got no worries about her appearance or indeed the aftermath of Nipple Gate. She appears in Jermaine Dupris' latest video as a Ho in a Sleaze Show Sex Booth and puts on a great performance. I wonder how popular this track will get though? And will it sell cause of the "song" or the video?

I read the Billy Gates has decided to label his latest Microsnot OS Windows Vista. Well it's a step up from Shlonghorn but it's not much of a name is it? It sounds like a retirement village in the Costas! At least it is in tune with the aging, pant wetting audience that is Windows devotees. Give me OSX any day.

** I have just heard about the bomb attacks in Egypt - my thoughts are with all the victims. What is up with this world?

[iTunes: "No Communication, No Love" : Charles Schillings]

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Fear Not...

Friday, July 22, 2005

London was the victim of another terrorist attack but this time there were no casualties.

Maybe that's what they planned. We know the basis of terrorism is to insight Terror - and I am sure people in London and the west are scared or wary. But I am certain the British resolve will not be broken.

The terrorists will not win.

WE ARE NOT AFRAID

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1/2 lb Owls Beaks please...

Thursday, July 21, 2005

Hurrah the BBC have brought back The Mighty Boosh and this time it's funkier than ever.

The BBC have also been inspired to air the episodes online first. (In the UK only).

This is such a good idea, especially as we have a media PC attached to the main TV. The picture is a little blocky as it's Real Media but this is the true meaning of media on demand.

I will look forward to seeing it air on BBC Three on Monday too.

I forgot just how far out the comedy is within the world of The Mighty Boosh but as ever there were some real belly laugh moments.

Right that's it for now, I need to pop down Shamansbury's for some supplies... ;)

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Love the Flickr

Wednesday, July 20, 2005

Boy you have got to love Flickr - I don't care who took this shot I am just happy that people out there feel the need to share!

Why am I posting this? Probably cause I have little else to say... Well little else without offending anyone that is!

I am not cranky just annoyed at the way the news coverage is moving regarding the London bombings... At no point has any Muslim person admitted the bombers were part of their community... Muslim clerics have dismissed the actions but no one has actually uttered the words...

I don't understand why all (yes all) of the "young Muslim men" interviewed by various news channels has made one comment or another about "protecting his brother in Iraq".

I am sorry, if you are born in Britain does that not make you British? I don't feel the need to justify a fellow Englishman blowing himself up abroad as an attack against something that happened to a fellow countryman... What is up with these people?

If religion is so important to them and Iraq is so important to them, maybe they should visit and see what things there are really like. I bet it wouldn't be too long before they race back to the safety of Blighty.

I never thought I'd hear myself think or say such potentially racist things but to be honest I don't see how any other cultures thinking the above could be classed as thinking anything else either!

OK rant over... (and I said I wasn't going to, go figure!)

I think I need some of these on my desk to help keep me calm!

Oh yes, the photo on the left reminded me of someone, Luke I think ;) Cannot remember what it was that jolted my memory - maybe it had something to do with washing machines! ;P

[iTunes: "Race" : Prince]

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Crash Bang...

Tuesday, July 19, 2005

Richard and I were sat enjoying the Proms concert last night, Placido Domingo made his Proms debut as Siegmund in Wagners "Die Walküre". It truly was a rousing performance but I didn't get to hear all of it.

The phone rang part way through and I decided to answer it as it was Sarah, one of my closest friends and mother of my god daughter Laura (5). Sarah had some news of Laura's latest "escapades"... Basically she was calling to let me know that Laura had been run over. Thankfully Laura didn't break anything but she did have to be admitted to hospital as she need a skin graft. As Laura's leg went under the wheel of the car, it caused a friction burn whish hasleftr a hole in her ankle.

Thankfully the driver heard Sarah and Steve scream and slowed down, but I cannot keep thinking how incredibly lucky Laura was. Her injuries could have much worse.

I can not imagine what Sarah and Steve must have been feeling when this happened, Imanagedd to loose sleep last night worrying about Laura and her family.

You just don't know what's around the corner do you?

I think I'll be heading off out at lunch to get Laura some toys to keep her occupied whilst she's laid up.

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Gas Mark 9

Sunday, July 17, 2005

It has been a absolutely wonderful weekend, lovely and sunny, great company and plenty of opportunity to relax.

Yesterday Ben and Adam paid us a visit, and we made light work of the al fresco feast that was laid before us. By the end of the day our tummies were bulging!

Ben drank a bit too much Pimms too, but that's a whole other story ;)

For some odd reason I had the camera charged and ready to go but forgot to use it! :(

Richard and I have made the most of the weather and our garden by quietly relaxing in the cool evening air, watching the sky larks and the bats fly over.

We even had the enthusiasm to get up this morning and have our breakfast out on the lawn :)

The rest of today has been spent in Buckinghamshire as we decided to go for a walk around the estate of Hughenden Manor. It's a lovely place to visit but it was a tad too hot to spend too long in the sun. Nevertheless we have made the most of our day. It was lovely to spend the day enjoying the great English countryside.

I must apologies to anyone who left comments in the past day or two as there does appear to have been a fair amount of problems with Haloscan, especially yesterday as G left a lengthy message and I a lengthy response. sadly both of which have disappeared.

Knotty - as a compromise on the HP front, if you want, I could read it for you (in a very Jackanory type fashion) - what do you say? ;)

There have been a couple of new photo's sneaked into my gallery this weekend. Some rare shots I must confess. Photographs of me with my parents. It's not that this is an odd occurrence, it is simply that my parents hate posing for the camera. Richard managed to persuade them last weekend when we were on Dartmoor and as ever the results are lovely.

[iTunes: "The Fields Of Love (ATB Featuring York)" : ATB]

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Trends

Friday, July 15, 2005

It has come to my attention that it's not just the Burberry loving Chav's of the world that seem to follow "trends". From what I can tell it affects everyone.

This weekend will see another flurry of people racing to read the next Harry Potter before anyone else. Why? It's a children's' novel, surely the adults should steer clear? Sorry but I have never gotten into the Potter Mania and never will - I just don't get it.

We also seem to easily follow language, we hear a word and before you know it everyone is using it. I don't just mean comedy catch-phrases either.

I am tired of hearing "art critics" mentioning the word "Juxtaposition" - to me this just illustrates they do not have a clue what they are talking about and are trying to make themselves sound clever and superior.

The word de jour seems to be "Stoic". Ever since Tony Blair mentioned it last week post London bombings it has cropped up everywhere. I am fairly sure a good proportion of the populous had a) never heard of it before and b) have no idea what it means. I had heard it banded about over the past week but it was Richard's' exclamation about it last night that made me realize just how much it is being used.

English is one of the most complicated and content rich languages in the world (if not the). Surely though people should just read more literature or books in general, then they'd be better educated and could stop all this "catch-phrase pretense"? (i.e. Step away from the TV!)

Oh a lighter note I'd like to as We Are Not Afraid why Brandy and Jerry's image has not made it to the gallery :( They are very hurt as they were only too willing to show their support.

Oh well it is the weekend and it follows a very long week. I don't remember having Monday off, I have been so busy. Still all the work will be worth it (although we may be less one office member by the end of it all as I am sure I will kill someone very soon!)

And for any of you who read my comments regularly, you will notice "G" keeps popping up. Who is the mysterious "G", he's just some flake from my office (not the person mentioned above), someone who wants a man filter so he doesn't have to look at all the naked hunks I place here. Yes you guessed it, he's a sad str8! And do you really think I am going to pay any attention to his request...

I don't think so!

Oh yes, one last thing - WTF!?!?!

[iTunes: "Sleeping Beauty" : Funkstörung & Lou Rhodes]

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NOT AFRAID

Thursday, July 14, 2005

I have to say that some of these "creations" may not be terribly original but at least it proves in the face of all adversity, us British have a sense of humour!

I hope you observed the two minute silence today?

I don't think I could any more to the wealth of news from today. Lots seems to be kicking off in the UK, the Metropolitan Police enquiry is moving at a blistering pace and as I said yesterday, the news is now a mix of praise, concern, speculation and backlash.

I just hope that all the efforts of the security services come to fruition and I hope that the media doesn't create some mini civil war with it's subjective labelling.

Oh a lighter note, I am not sure that I mentioned Richard bought a bird table for our garden? I had been planning to help out the local wildlife for some time and the bird table is a welcome addition to the garden. It attracts a lot of visitors including Jays', Wood Pigeons, Collared Doves, Robins, Wrens, Blue Tits and Grey Tits. Sadly though, my morning trip to top up the seed led me into the path of some poor grey tit fledgeling which had "met it's maker last night". The neighbours cat had got to it, looks like I'll be in the toy shop at the weekend buying a Super Soaker to stop the little bastard!

Brandy and Jerry are not any trouble as they are house cats, though the bird table does provide them with endless hours of amusement. I guess it must be like television for cats (although Brandy actually does like to watch TV!).

Oh well it's nearly the weekend, the weather is hot and so is Zeb Atlas. How could I not share him with you all? What is a (Trunk) Guy to do eh? ;)

[iTunes: "Goodbye" : Natalie Imbruglia]

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Boy it's a hot one!

Wednesday, July 13, 2005

Well I am still here, I just haven't had the inclination to log on...

To be honest I was too worried last night to care. For all of those who didn't know, the police raided a number of properties around the UK yesterday in connection with last weeks bombings' in central London. Once such incident was the apprehension of a car at Luton Station car park and the subsequent removal of explosives from the car. This caused all sorts of travel chaos, not least to poor Richard who left the office around 6 pm and got home just before midnight (it's an standard 18 minute journey!).

I felt so sorry for him as he looked so tired... Dinner was a quick affair as we were both dying to get to sleep!

I am a bit surprised by the media back lash - last week they were praising the emergency services, now they are only to happy to judge. Can we not let the emergency services do their job, allow the victims friends and families to grieve and concentrate on the success the Met have made of finding out who the bombers were?

It's nice to hear that the video blog didn't scare any of you off (in fact quite the opposite judging by Knotty's comments!). I can't promise when I will do the next one as they are a bit time consuming, trying to do it all in one take is a bit of a challenge! I am wondering if Flash is the perfect medium for this too..?

Anyway, as a welcome distraction I think this Flickr album is a fab set of pussies in motion!

[iTunes: "Follow My Ruin" : Röyksopp]

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So' West

Monday, July 11, 2005

We had a lovely break at home, I think the video says it all...

Plymouth, our home town (or rather city)

By the way, we're not afraid...

[iTunes: "Beautiful Day Without You" : Röyksopp]

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R 'n R

Friday, July 08, 2005

We're off home this weekend and after yesterdays events I think we need the break.

As I said yesterday I realise how lucky we are that Richard made it back in one piece. Scarily the train that was hit at Kings Cross was Richard's routine journey until a couple of weeks ago when he started going into the office earlier.

I don't know what I would have done if I had of lost him. I cannot imagine how friends and family of the deceased must be feeling.

Of all the speeches yesterday I think London Mayor Ken Livingstone was the most rousing:

"I know that you do fear you may fail in your long term objective: to destroy our free society. And I will show you why you will fail. In the days that follow, look at our airports, look at our seaports and look at our railways. Nothing you do, however many of us you kill will stop that life. Where freedom is strong and people can live in harmony, whatever you do, however many you kill, you will fail."

I have long felt that the British people were a very resilient race, from stories told by my grand parents I knew what came before and I am sure I can say that that feeling of determination, grit and solidarity is still strong. The perpetrators had better keep a close eye on the news channels and I feel we will not be altered by this and we will work against such tyranny.

I hope you all have a restful, safe weekend and spare a thought for those who are grieving.

"Living in a world we didn't make, living in a world that's filled with hate, living in a world where grown up's break the rules... Living in a world we didn't make, paying for a lot of adult mistakes, how much of this madness can we take..? In complete darkness we are all the same, it is only our knowledge and wisdom that separates us, don't let your eyes deceive you" Janet, 1814

Peace & Be Wild... x

[iTunes: "Livin'...In Complete Darkness" : Janet Jackson]

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Terror in London

Thursday, July 07, 2005

Just how low can you go?

My heartfelt sympathy and thoughts go to all those mixed up in the terrible events in London this morning.

To be honest I will not be able to stop worrying until Richard makes it home safely.

Update: I am very happy and fortunate to say that Richard is home, safe and well. Sadly this will not be the case for everyone tonight. My thoughts are with you all.

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Congratulations London

Wednesday, July 06, 2005

Congratulations to the Olympic Bid Team in London for winning the bid for the 2012 games.

I am sure Seb and Team will do us all proud.

It's great to see that the best news corporation in the world backs the bid all the way.

I am a little soured by the debates that are now raging about why London etc. LISTEN PEOPLE WE GOT IT, we won and should be very proud of this achievement. I am positive the 2012 games will be a world class event and an outstanding success.

Looking at rival bid web sites I think big thanks should go to the NYC bid team for the congratulatory note.

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Splish Splash

Tuesday, July 05, 2005

Well it's taken me long enough but I have managed to finally get my butt back in a swimming pool!

I have been putting off swimming for ages, mainly because I always feel so bad "first time back". I am feeling rather "chipper" this evening!

Thankfully there is a pool at work, albeit a small one, but at least it gives me an excuse to exercise my aging frame.

(Yes Luke, I know I only managed 25 minutes but everyone has to start somewhere)

I don't feel so bad at present but I have a feeling it'll hurt tomorrow!

Anyway it means Trunk Guy is very much back in trunks! Afterall that is where my nick came from!

It's chucking it down again so it's just as well I am practising my swimming as I may need it to get around!

I hope the weather picks up though as we are heading home this weekend to help my mum and Richard's god son celebrate their birthday(s). As Saturday involves a BBQ it'll be nice to actually enjoy it in the dry if not actually in the sun (I don't ask for much do I!).

[iTunes: "Nice Weather for Ducks" : Lemon Jelly]

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C(h)ocks Away!

Sunday, July 03, 2005

As you may have gathered from the subtle message, yesterday was my baby's birthday.

Richard has a strong interest in aviation so I thought I'd do something special for his birthday and help fulfil an ambition of his.

C(h)ocks away!

As this photo illustrates Richard took the skies yesterday behind the control of a Tomahawk!

It's very handy working where I do as there are a number of flying schools on site. So for the first time I had to go to the office on a Saturday!

I was allowed to sit in on the pre-flight briefing before Richard and his trainer (an ex commercial pilot named Charles), took to the skies over Bedfordshire. Richard was in the air around 45 minutes and had a very in-depth first lesson. He was allowed to taxi the plane, the trainer illustrated how the plane glides by cutting the engine and they completed all sorts of other manoeuvres (except looping the loop!).

Obviously Richard was thrilled with his experience (which is great as I was a little worried about his reaction to such a gift!) and spent the rest of his birthday with a beaming smile.

I am so, so proud of Richard, I am not sure I could have taken the controls in a plane, especially one so small.

[iTunes: "Eleven To Fly" : Tin Tin Out]

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Happy Baby

Saturday, July 02, 2005

Rich, Happy Birthday Baby xxXxx

My musical tastes seem to be as changeable as the weather lately. I keep seeing adverts for Jack Johnson popping up all over the place and on some level I am intrigued. Jack has the whole "American College Boy Slightly Grown Up" look going on and he sounds very mellow. However I am not entirely thrilled by all of the excerpts I have heard on iTunes.

I am also in two minds about Turin Brakes who also seem to fit the summer laid back category that the Recca Stows' are heavily promoting this year. I do think I like this album more than Jack Johnson though. Jackinabox does sound very haunting though.

On a completely different level I have been downloading excerpts from Funkstorung who are a German Electronic outfit. There are some tracks from their new album I adore such as Sleeping Beauty and The Zoo but then there are a number of tracks that I really would never play.

I guess this is the beauty of iTunes as it gives me the flexibility to listen to albums before I purchase them, decide if I want the whole thing, in which case I order the CD; and if not, then I will save my pennies and buy just what I want.

I am still torn between the selections above. The new Royksopp album should drop in my box next week but I crave something new. Should I wait for the new Royksopp album or should I bite the bullet and try something else? What do you think? (I have to say now that anything suggested by Luke (Mr German Heavy Metal) and Graham (the Gallagaher brothers best friend) will be ignored!)

[iTunes: "Only This Moment (Röyksopps Forsiktige Massasje)" : Röyksopp]

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