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Thursday, March 20, 2008

Every night I walk home I pass the Cotswold Camping Shop and the latest advertising hoarding has really got my attention!

I can't think why...

It won't get me running but it does have me longing for the wide open spaces of Dartmoor and Devon (amongst other things!).

Labels: Devon, Hunks, Plymouth, UK

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Blustry Day

Saturday, March 01, 2008

It's been a very blustery couple of days - we lost the bin last night (thankfully it was only as far as the end of the garden). I don't quite understand the weather at the moment, one minute it's really dry and mild the next it's freezing cold or raining heavily. It's very unseasonal for February (especially it's now March!).

I published Trunk Cast 125 this morning and it's a particularly long show - I decided to include a full run down of my thoughts of the new Janet album Discipline. Be sure to have a listen as I have included the odd sneaky sound bite too.

We're having a quiet weekend following our trip home last weekend. I am off to Greece Monday after next so I had the time to pop into town to look for a few bits to take with me - not sure I achieved anything though having only come back with some socks and a shirt! I must be getting too picky. That or the latest fashions are just hideous. You either look like an Emo, a goth or some middle aged sad surfing type - where are all the nice clothes?

One thing that won't go out of fashion is the Apple Mac and since the announced upgrade to the Mac Book range this week I am tempted to upgrade my iBook as soon as I can (although not for a Mac Book Air as it's simply impractical as my only machine). Of course my enthusiasm will be fired up if Liz and Colin turn up this weekend - they called for some Apple related advice this morning as they are purchasing a Mac Book - I don't think I will be able to resist if I see a new one in the flesh!

I took a number of shots this week but didn't get a chance to upload them until now - this I have done and they are included in the Capture collection on Flickr (displayed below):

It's been a very busy week really. In fact there have been a number of things that I didn't even think to blog about which I could have - most notably was the horrendous situation at Blackfriars Station on Thursday evening. Passengers were not allowed down the external part of the platform as someone had jumped off the railway bridge onto one of the old bridge columns and was planning to jump - when I was there there was a team of police negotiators trying to stop him from jumping. The poor guy was still there when Richard came home and sadly I don't know the outcome.

Richard also set up a new HP Media Server and a Squeezebox - now all our music is in one place, is playable for any iTunes computer, brows-able on the web and playable from any of our internet radios/stereos etc ;0) Don't you just love technology when it works? (Just don't mention Tiscali gggrrr!)

Labels: Cats, Devon, Friends, Gallery, Janet, London, Music, Photography, Plymouth, Richard, Shopping, Trunk Cast, UK

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Dad's 60th

Sunday, February 24, 2008

We just arrived back from a lovely weekend at home.

It was nice to see mum in good form following her spell in hospital this week. She's not fully recovered and requires another operation but at least part one of two is out of the way.

My Dad celebrated his 60th birthday and last night we went out for a lovely (and filling), meal. Dad invited Richard's mum and her husband. We had a really nice time - in fact (with all things like this) - it went far too quickly.

This trip was an opportunity to see how the kittens are growing up, they are certainly acquiring their own characters and are quite a handful - they keep my parents entertained though ;)

Hopefully next time we go home it will be for a longer stay. I am sure it'll be soon though as dad wants to book his Clay Pigeon Shooting experience which Richard and I gave him for his birthday.

I took a fair mix of photos while home- have a browse through them here.

Labels: Cats, Devon, Photography, Plymouth, Richard, UK

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And relax...

Tuesday, January 01, 2008

It's been a nice festive period although as ever it all seems to be over far too quickly.

Richard and I enjoyed a nice quiet time at home where we snuggled up in front of a roaring fire, full of Christmas roast (beef not turkey) and lots of nibbles.

On Boxing Day we travelled down to Devon where we visited our friends and families. Miraculously we managed to avoid Christmas dinner until Saturday when Richard and I enjoyed a turkey roast with my parents.

Of course Richard's nephews had heaps of presents, as did my god daughter and her sisters.

My parents have extended the family by adopting two kittens from their neighbour (long story). As you can imagine having two 12 week old kittens running about the house was very entertaining.

Here I am relaxing with Jinx, the little girl.

This photo was taken after our Christmas lunch on Saturday and as you can see I was very tired! In fact I think we all enjoyed 40 winks that afternoon.

I've had a bit of a trauma rebuilding my iBook as my start up sectors became corrupt. It took most of New Years Eve to reinstall everything but 99% of it appears to be working now (I just need to iron out some kinks). Hopefully I'll have it working fully today so that I can put together a podcast.

I cannot quite believe we're in 2008 already - I still think of us being somewhere around the year 2000 but we're not! Where does the time go?

2007 was a good year but it had a number of upsets and I hope this isn't the case throughout 2008.

Thanks to all of you who sent lovely festive and New Years messages and as I have noticed Happy New Rear was very popular!

All the best and here's to a great 2008.

I'll leave you with a photo of Jinx's brother Jasper.

Labels: Cats, Christmas, Devon, Friends, Happy New Year, Humour, Plymouth, UK

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Happy Christmas

Saturday, December 22, 2007

It finally feels like Christmas.

Thanks to a very generous gift from our boss, the whole team (50 of us) were taken to the Royal Albert Hall to see the Christmas Concert. I cannot think of a better way to get in the Christmas spirit.

Fantastic seats, great view and a wonderful start to my Chirstmas break

As you will see from this photo we had excellent seats - right at the stage, next to the choir and the orchestra.

It's been far too long since I joined in on a proper old fashioned Christmas sing song and the majority of the show included audience participation.

I am not sure if Milly and I look like we were ready to sing but as you can see we certainly look happy.

The set included lots of traditional favourites as well as contemporary classics.

I cannot think of a better way to spend my last working afternoon of the year than in such wonderful surroundings with such good company.

So my presents are purchased, wrapped and under the tree. The kitchen is stocked for the big day and there is enough coal in the cellar to heat the living room for a year (well maybe not that much).

~~Tonight is the final of Strictly Come Dancing and I am rooting for Matt all the way - if that awful woman wins I am not watching it any more!~~

Sadly Aleysha Dixon won Strictly Come Dancing, I have no faith in the British public now. It looks like the cult of celebrity has won out. Matt Di Angelo was by far the best dancer, giving the most effort and technically the best routines. Bad luck Matt - we voted for you in this house!

Be sure to check out Trunk Cast 116 as it is a run down of the year and there is a special Christmas message from me to you all.

We're spending Christmas together before heading home on Boxing day for the mad run around Plymouth to see everyone. Hopefully this year we'll managed to see more friends!

All that remains is for Richard and I to wish you all a Happy Christmas and wonderful New Year. See you all in 2008!

Labels: Christmas, Devon, London, Plymouth, Richard, UK

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Nice but dirty!

Friday, December 29, 2006

So far it's been a nice, but hectic break at home. We've managed to see everyone we planned too with the exception of a few friends.

I think today will be our last roast dinner for a while as we are both so bloated after eating so much during use festive season.

Unfortunately we decided to pop into Plymouth city centre to see the new shopping complex and we were shocked by what greeted us. Although all this money has been ploughed into the city it's a shame that the locals don't appreciate it. The public just seemed rude and the streets and shops were an absolute mess. The city has been offered an olive branch of sorts to move forward but sadly none of the locals seem too bothered or worried about thier home.

We are both disappointed that this once vibrant sea side city could end up in such a mess. Maybe the local rag needs to stop ripping apart the few good things about the city and try to inspire people to get off their asses and clean it up!

Labels: Christmas, Devon, Plymouth

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Rain? In Devon?

Wednesday, December 27, 2006

Of course! Typically a couple hours after arriving home we see the first rain we have seen in weeks!

Its been lovely to see my folks and to pay my friends and my god daughter a visit.

I think it was wise to only visit for a short period as we both look really tired.

Hopefully the weather will buck up tomorrow and Richard and I will be prepared for our next Christmas dinner.

Labels: Christmas, Devon, Plymouth, Weather

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Cue Chris Rea

Well we're driving home for Christmas, well post Christmas.

I did plan to take a photo of the drive but the flash is too distracting.

We've had a lovely quiet time, chilling out, eating too much and snoozing by the coal fire. As you can see this is something Jerry capitalised on.

We're in Devon for a couple days before returning home for New Years. I think after the running around visiting our folks, we'll need a rest before we go back to work!

I hope you all had a lovely Christmas. Thanks for all very kind messages.

Labels: Christmas, Devon, Plymouth

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