toodle pip
Booze, news and views from a drunken opinionated fool who can't spell very well, may well repeat himself, and can't blame it on dislexia
Wednesday 3 August 2011
holton rower pour paintings
Tuesday 2 August 2011
the first britain to get an artificial heart
Mathew Green of London, has become the first person in Britain to get a completely artificial heart (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/healthnews/8677288/Father-becomes-first-in-Britain-to-get-artificial-heart.html). This sounds excellent news, but as the technology is all so new, l am not sure l would be happy carrying a shoulder bag with the power supply in and also having to change the batteries every few hours. Much better than his earlier position though, as he could only walk a few yards. I guess l had better stick my name down for one now. Got to think of the future!
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wards of tokyo flags
As l was searching for an image of Sunflowers this evening (don't ask), l stumbled upon these flags for the 23 special wards of Tokyo, something l had never heard of before. I think they look pretty cool and may have to get them printed onto some T shirts (when or if l eventually get around to it.). I will claim copyright of that idea right now!
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tidying up before the mother in law arrives
This cartoon is way too close to home
As the mother in law is coming for tea tonight, and as l am off work until Thursday afternoon, l have been given strict instructions by the FPO to tidy up our stinking hovel, which I have been doing in shifts, as the weather, although still crap, is very close.
To compensate for this, I currently have two fans on (in the bedrooms, not wearing them - that would look silly). This cleaning method also gives me time to read and listen to stuff while l am sorting through things, plus have a break from the computer every now and then, so l can stretch my legs and get a drink at the same time. A classic cleaning strategy, l am sure you will agree (honed to perfection when l used to do waking nights at work).
So far, l have done the dishes and clothes washing, taken the bin out (and then bought it back after it was emptied), tidied the bathroom and living room, cleaned around the kitchen and even washed the kitchen floor. At my age, no wonder l am exhausted.
The only thing left to do now is hoover (and drink more coffee), but l have until about 4.30/5pm, so it is all going splendidly. Now if l only knew where the hoover is kept.........................Hello...it looks like the sun is finally coming out.....
Damn! My cleaning plan may be foiled!
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waiting women / secrets of women (1952) - ingmar bergman
An early (1952) film directed by Ingmar Bergman, this has some women (waiting, of course) telling stories to each other, about their young relationships, infidelity and unhappiness (shown in flashback). Another laugh a minute film from the man who also directed one of my favourite films, (The Seventh Seal ), although there is a humorous part in a lift between Gunnar Björnstrand and Eva Dahlbeck. It's old, black and white, and subtitled. What's not to like? It certainly passed some time on another gloomy summers day.
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hunter s thompson rejection letter
This was sent as a reply to Mike Peterson in 1971 from Hunter S. Thompson, full story at http://www.lettersofnote.com/2011/07/jam-this-morbid-drivel-up-your-ass.html.
Nice PS at the end.
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chris' stag do
End of the road for Johnny
End of the road for Robbo
The Durham pub we were in (The Boatman's?)
Newcastle train station
In Durham
My bedtime (last man standing)
Another Durham pub
In Newcastle
At The Boatman's in Durham
Went through to Newcastle, and Durham for Chris' stag do on Saturday, once myself and Robbo managed to get through the Tyne Tunnel, as we were following the sat nav we were instructed (ordered) to use, and there was roadworks at the tunnel, which threw it off the trail somewhat. Anywhoos, we got there in the end, then it was straight into a taxi and down into town for some ales with the boys. We then got the train to Durham for a few drinks there, then back to Newcastle for the evening. We managed to get back to Chris and Hills place (in Heaton ) in dribs and drabs, and once there, l would like to point out that l was last man standing, as everyone ended up flaking out. I shared the living room with Matt, which was a big mistake as he snores louder than Robbo, so l never had much sleep. Probably (no probably about it really) l would have been over the limit driving back on Sunday, then it was the traditional end to the adventure at The Cross Keys, before back to (not so sunny) Catterick. Sat drinking wine in the garden with the FPO and the idiot animals, followed by a soak in the bath and a relatively early night. Chris enjoyed it, l didn't flake out, and there was no violence, so a good time was had by all. I was surprised how many other stag and hen does were out in both Newcastle and Durham, especially as we avoided The Bigg Market. It wasn't like that back when l used to boss the place (Newcastle). Bloody kids today etc etc....
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robert redford's hair
What the hell is he thinking going out and about with hair like that? There is no way it is real, so at some stage, he must have chosen the colour and look, checked himself in his (obviously distorted) mirror and said to himself "My, you've still got it, you handsome old cad". Somebody should have a quiet word in his ear about this, and if he doesn't listen, a very loud word. It's for his own good. Time waits for no man, but lets not be ridiculous, he can still see a reflection (but may not listen to dissenting voices).
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choi xooang and emil alzamora art
Emil Alzamora art
Emil Alzamora art
Choi Xooang art
Choi Xooang art
Choi Xooang art
Choi Xooang art
These are kind of spooky looking but really emotive. They also remind me of work by Ron Mueck, who is liked so much in our household, we have a couple of prints framed in the living room.
Choi Xooang is based in Seoul, while Emil Alzamora is based in Beacon, New York (but is from Peru).
Cracking stuff.
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Monday 1 August 2011
tree shaping for the garden
Sunday 31 July 2011
Saturday 30 July 2011
Friday 29 July 2011
bloody grass cutting
The before picture of the garden
The after picture
Another after picture
The overgrown rabbit run
Tubbs, the idiot rabbit, taking shelter in the run
After a hard days slog at work (OK, a pretty easy day), l returned home and carried on slaving away (putting in the hours) by cutting the bloody grass, which has been growing quite a bit while l have been otherwise engaged. I did think about putting it off, but no-one else was going to do it, and l would have been cursing even more if l allowed it to get longer, so l cracked on, cursing and a sweating as l did so. Thankfully, the worst is now over, and as l am off work until next Wednesday afternoon, l will be praying for some sun at the start of next week ( a fat lot of good that will do me). I am off on a stag do in Newcastle tomorrow, so it had better not be a scorcher until l return home (probably on Sunday evening). British bloody summers... Never mind..soon be in Portugal!
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dexy's midnight runners - this is what she's like (full video)
Dexys Midnight Runners - This Is What She's Like on MUZU.TV
By Jimminy, this video has dated, but l still love the song and it brings back many happy memories of the good ship Dexy (and New York). Apparently there's a chance of a reformation of some form next year. If this turns out to be true, count me in. One of the best gigs l saw was at Newcastle City Hall when they were promoting the 'Don't Stand me Down' Lp. The gig did not sell out, but they got everyone to the front, played a great gig, then hung around for a chat and autograph signing. Just what l want from a gig. Great band, and as for Kevin's voice, you either love it or hate it. I'm on the side of love (bloody hippie that l am).
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santos v flamengo - neymar goal
GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAAAAALLLLLL!!!!!!
SENNNNNNNNNNNNNSATIONAALLLLLL!!!!!!
FANNNTASTICOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!
EL SPACTACULAROOOOOOOOOOOO GOL!!!!
Those crazy foreigners!
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nick knowles - an eye for an eye
This is fantastic! Especially when it gets to about 1.10 minutes in when he goes all gravelly on your ass. Written by John Knowles (his brother or dad? - l haven't checked). There sure is some talent in that family. Get back to the DIY (but please stay off my TV screen).
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my favourite amy winehouse joke (so far)
Amy Winehouse approaches the gates of Heaven and is at the back of a massive queue of people. St. Peter sees her and beckons her to the front. "Am I getting special treatment because of my fame?" she asks. St. Peter replies, "No, we're still waiting for a Norwegian translator for this lot!"
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the qingdao lake
This is what the lake at Qingdao, China, (also the home of the Qingdao Haiwan Bridge / Jiaozhou Bay Bridge), is like at the moment. Lots and lots of green algae everywhere. Those plucky Chinese aren't put off their swimming, though l don't think l would be so keen to go for a dip in it. Yuk.
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norway to stay open - hurrah!
Jen - the top man
He stated
“It’s absolutely possible to have an open, democratic, inclusive society, and at the same time have security measures and not be naive,” Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg told reporters in Oslo. “I think what we have seen is that there is going to be one Norway before and one Norway after July 22,” he said. “But I hope and also believe that the Norway we will see after will be more open, a more tolerant society than what we had before.”
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Tuesday 26 July 2011
random cds from wikipedia
As l am a sad bastard and can occupy my time by pushing the random on Wikipedia to see what comes up, l have recently been alerted to the existence of these albums. I have not heard the music from them, or bothered reading about the artists, l just skipped through quickly to see what came up. As stated earlier though, l am pretty sad, so will probably download some of these in the immediate future to hear what they are like, as my curiosity could not stand it if l didn't.
More of my valuable minutes on this Earth which will be squandered away (or enriched by the experience, l don't know yet). Stone me...what a life.
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tonights menu - live sushi, squid and cuttlefish
This looks disgusting and is nearly enough to make me go vegetarian. I am aware that the fish and squid are just moving because of nerve reflexes, and l certainly hope that it is the same for the cuttlefish, but it does not look that way. There are plenty more videos like this out there, but three is certainly enough. Urghh!
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the new york heatwave
New York and the east coast of the USA are having a heatwave at the moment, with records matching previous highs (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-14252768).
Bastards! What the hell has happened to our summer?
I shall be writing a strong letter of complaint to God in the morning.
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Monday 25 July 2011
the chilean volcano photos
These may be old hat by now as l was sent them by my brother in law a while ago (Hello Dazzer!), but they are pretty spectacular and deserve a viewing. Mother nature at it's best, or maybe it's the old Gaia hypothesis and the Earth is trying to destroy us to protect itself. Bring it on l say, it's about time l was put out of my misery, what with my aching knees, dodgy ticker, delicate back and dented skull. I guess l will never get to play for Manchester United now. Damn and damnation!!!!
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