Im hoping that 2006 will bring a better year for film, as 2005 was pretty poor in my opinion when it came to a good movie. On preview it looks like my prayers have been answered.
Dont get me wrong, I love the odd comedy. Adam Sandler still has me in stitches (next Happy Madison production being The Benchwarmers looks good) and the odd chuckle never did me any harm. But Im just soo sick and tired of seeing Will Ferrell, Ryan Reynolds and the like monopolizing all the teen comedies. They might be funny, but I don't want them rammed down my throat with advert after advert displaying their new film which promises to be funnier than the last. Bollocks to that, I will see something a bit more stimulating thank you!
Therefore enter controversy: the receipe for film-tastic 2006. Jarhead, a possible political hot potato, gives an insight into the experiences of a soldier in the first Gulf War. Of course, this is released at a time when Iraq still is a sore point for many families who have relatives fighting to restore order in the chaotic state. In reference to the director Sam Mendes, I bet this film will be another hit for him just like Road To Perdition, one of my fave movies.
Spielburg's Munich will not help Middle-Eastern peace talks either. The film focuses upon the aftermath of the '72 Munich Olympics when a group of Israeli athletes were taken hostage and eventually murdered by a Palestinian militant group. Spielburg might be taking a chance with this one; sci-fi, dinosaurs and alien invasions are all well and good but a political issue such as the Middle-Eastern conflict? No doubt that it will be superbly made though and it is worth a good look.
This year marks the 5 year anniversary of living in a post 9/11 world. Flight 93 is due for release in the States in April and I'm sure it's going to be a real hit over there. I predict this because Flight 93 will document the final moments of the passengers of the fourth hijacked plane during the terrorist attacks of the 11 September 2001. The only plane not to reach it's intended target thanks to the heroics of some of them onboard, this film will show the courage of the doomed men and women who knew full well that they would never see their loved ones again. Moore's Fahrenheit 9/11 was a big hit at the box office, so I'm sure that this will be a hit as well.
What Hit Song of 2005 are you?
Your 2005 Song Is |
 Feel Good Inc by Gorillaz "Love forever love is free. Let's turn forever you and me." In 2005, you were loving life and feeling no pain. |
Im not surprised, I was humming this little ditty all year round!!!
Requiem For Them
The thoughts of my past linger on
As echoes and phantoms in my today
Breathing on fear and feeding on indecision
Laying the path of a new morality.
Mistakes of me, mistakes of many
My actions are one of autonomy
Like the cold components of Calculon
We are bound together in transparent unity.
I commend those who know, I offer only
A veil of hopefulness for those who are they,
Ignorant to all but only themselves
And that their errored cost is one we all must pay.
As echoes and phantoms in my today
Breathing on fear and feeding on indecision
Laying the path of a new morality.
Mistakes of me, mistakes of many
My actions are one of autonomy
Like the cold components of Calculon
We are bound together in transparent unity.
I commend those who know, I offer only
A veil of hopefulness for those who are they,
Ignorant to all but only themselves
And that their errored cost is one we all must pay.
January Jive
My Tanglefoot ale crate which got me through Crimbo is running dangerously low, the TV programming has got noticeably better and I have a stack of uni work to do. Yes, it’s quite self-explanatory – January is here. 2006 has arrived just as cold as 2005 made it’s entrance, but it’s good to see that Wales has had a flying start. It’s January 5th and already two Welsh/Cardiff tragedies have occurred. The horrific death of a student in Thailand and the shameful ordeal of toddler from Rumney have marred 2006 in only 5 days. Not to mention the mine shift blast in West Virginia, where more than a dozen had died.
Maybe 2005 was just too good a year and we are paying for it now. Putting the Tsunami and the 7/7 bombings aside last year was a bloody good year. I moved out, I graduated, managed to get onto a Masters degree, went on holiday, went to lots of gigs, The Kop became Euro Champs, the City didn’t get relegated, I didn’t get hurt in any way, drank enough ale and overall – had a grand year. Let’s hope that this one will get better, but Im not holding my breath – economists already reckon that this year will be the hangover of a prosperous honeymoon spending period. Tighten up your purses now!
I still maintain that New Year Resolutions are silly, but I suppose it’s a clean start to banish some of the sins I have committed. Last year I half-heartedly stated that I was to read some more as well proclaiming the classic promise, I will eat less. I now read a hell of lot more, but the weight thing is still on the drawing board. This year if I had to sort out resolutions, I will promise to eat less (again), learn to guitar, write more (be it poetry or blogging), read even more and most importantly, try my hardest in writing my dissertation this year. I want something that I can be proud of. Not something I produced in a week and finished on the morning of the deadline. Let it be known blog, I must do these things if I’m going to Heaven. If I don’t… well… I don’t even want to think of what might happen to me.
The Not-so-ancient Art of 'Googlestalking'
In the misery of which is the post-xmas period I have been recollecting in some old tunes from a few years back. I dug out an old Kerrang CD from like 2001-2 and with curosity played the whole thing in the kitchen (of course, music in the kitchen is the best place to listen to anything) whilst washing the dishes. Immediately I remembered the likes of 'A', Lit, Fu Manchu and Alkaline Trio, which floated my boat back in the day. It made me acquire the new Trio album, Crimson, which is awesome. Get it - it might just change your life. Might.
In an attempt to get back into the academic feel of things I have been reading the comment section of the Times. Oh what a bad idea. Especially when the subject prays upon my overactive paranoia. For some who know me well, they will explain that I have very strong paranoid tendencies. For example, checking the front door is locked after I leave the house (even if Im 10 minutes down the road) and when I lived at home, ringing my mum to wake her so that she could check if I had left the iron on.
The article I read was about internet identity and what information which we could describe as 'personal' actually reaches the web. 'Googlestalking' is a new craze for identity theives, paranoid androids and the bored. Just type your name into Google and see what comes up - you'd be surprised. Even if you don't appear in any of the articles once you've added a few details about yourself e.g. where you live, where you work etc. to narrow your identity down, what you can uncover is quite worrying. I now know that my father shares a name with a West Wiltshire County Councillor and that Jen shares her name with a law lecturer in Oxford. In another article I have read that some women track their ex-boyfriends if they were 'stalker-esque'. One woman discovered that her ex lover had left town by checking a newspaper article. This worries me - is this too much information to have avaliable?
People put the info about themselves on their blogs and sites in many different ways. Some will be very limited in what they display, some all bare all details including name, address, telephone number etc. and for some, they even create separate identities entirely for the internet and effectively become a duality. We are all permitted to share information about ourselves in what ever way we choose, but surely we must be prepared we accept that what we place on the net is not just going to be seen by our mates, but the whole world. That includes the scum of this world.
Some other scary sites with worrying prospects:
Net House Prices - Enter your postcode and see how much some of the houses in your street have sold for. Good to reveal if someone is feeding you bullshit concerning the price they paid for their house. Bad as it is perhaps information which just shouldn't be on view.
Check Your Area - Enter your postcode once again and witness the real wonder of which is your street. This site will tell you what type of area it really is, who lives there, whether it's has a 'good or bad' credit rating (creditors consider the postcode, not just the house and it's occupants) and whether you read a newspaper or not. Designed for people moving house and to have an idea of their potential home. But once again, should we really have this type of info available to all?
Some things are just meant to be private.
In an attempt to get back into the academic feel of things I have been reading the comment section of the Times. Oh what a bad idea. Especially when the subject prays upon my overactive paranoia. For some who know me well, they will explain that I have very strong paranoid tendencies. For example, checking the front door is locked after I leave the house (even if Im 10 minutes down the road) and when I lived at home, ringing my mum to wake her so that she could check if I had left the iron on.
The article I read was about internet identity and what information which we could describe as 'personal' actually reaches the web. 'Googlestalking' is a new craze for identity theives, paranoid androids and the bored. Just type your name into Google and see what comes up - you'd be surprised. Even if you don't appear in any of the articles once you've added a few details about yourself e.g. where you live, where you work etc. to narrow your identity down, what you can uncover is quite worrying. I now know that my father shares a name with a West Wiltshire County Councillor and that Jen shares her name with a law lecturer in Oxford. In another article I have read that some women track their ex-boyfriends if they were 'stalker-esque'. One woman discovered that her ex lover had left town by checking a newspaper article. This worries me - is this too much information to have avaliable?
People put the info about themselves on their blogs and sites in many different ways. Some will be very limited in what they display, some all bare all details including name, address, telephone number etc. and for some, they even create separate identities entirely for the internet and effectively become a duality. We are all permitted to share information about ourselves in what ever way we choose, but surely we must be prepared we accept that what we place on the net is not just going to be seen by our mates, but the whole world. That includes the scum of this world.
Some other scary sites with worrying prospects:
Net House Prices - Enter your postcode and see how much some of the houses in your street have sold for. Good to reveal if someone is feeding you bullshit concerning the price they paid for their house. Bad as it is perhaps information which just shouldn't be on view.
Check Your Area - Enter your postcode once again and witness the real wonder of which is your street. This site will tell you what type of area it really is, who lives there, whether it's has a 'good or bad' credit rating (creditors consider the postcode, not just the house and it's occupants) and whether you read a newspaper or not. Designed for people moving house and to have an idea of their potential home. But once again, should we really have this type of info available to all?
Some things are just meant to be private.
A Christmassy Post
And so another Christmas comes and goes, just like the occasional cold. You only have to blink and before you know it, the nice shiny presents you once were eyeing up now clutter up the bedroom cupboard, probably never to be seen again. Christmas had of course been creeping up on us for ages, but to me the last visable sign of the season came on the night of Christmas Eve. THERE WERE NO CARS AT ALL NEAR CASA DEL CATHAYS AT ALL! Parking was a dream. I really wish I took a picture now!
Its been a pretty good Christmas in all - pretty much like the previous ones, so no complaints there. Its always great to have a family Crimbo, sit around the table and take the piss out of the Queen's message, take the piss out of the 'cracker treats', not to mention wearing those rather fetching cracker paper hats, which never fit my head properly. I think it meant more to me as it was my first 'live-away-then-come-back-for-Christmas' Christmas. I must give many thanks to both Jen's family and my own for some excellent festive meals. They were delicious! We should have sausages in bacon more often!
The pic above is from the Argos Crimbo Party a few weeks back, which was a big disappointment. Sadly only a few people turned up, but we still had a good time thanks to many drinks on the company and some rare Cha-Cha sliding from Leighton. The above creature could feature in a BBC One wildlife documentary for it's arachnid presence, but fear not, it is merely Tom's party sausage .. erm .. thing. Well done Tom - not only for your creativity, but that thing was a great time killer, not to mention it raised a good laugh.
With work on both ends of the 25th, Christmas Day was also a good time to relax and actually take some time out from a work marathon. On Christmas Eve, as part of the festive dress up theme in work, I found a kindred spirit in a fellow fat man - Father Christmas himself! Thats right, I was wearing red and you bet your ass that I looked the part!!! Explaining out of stock refunds was brill because the customers couldn't take me seriously wearing a hat and (well, for some of the time) a beard. The effort from all was great - most of the guys dressed up, wore tinsel, a hat etc.. Well done to all!
So now the celebrations are well and truly over one can only look back. But why do that? New Year is on the way and my birthday is around the corner! I wear my Boris Johnson 'Piffle' shirt (gift from Jen) with pride in awe of one of new heroes, and think about what to spend with my Crimbo cash. Hmm.... Anyways I hope you all had a great time over the last week and I wish you all a great New Year too.
P.S. This a snap of the some of Swansea's Christmas lights. Compared with Cardiff? It's St. Mary's St all the way baby!!!
Fat Boys For Life? Or just for Christmas?
Recently Jen and I visited Asda Coryton in for some Christmas light/inflatable Santa hunting. As predicted, we walked away with an inflatable Santa (which now sits masterfully in the living room), some cheapy berry lights for our mini 3ft tree (the tree kindly donated by the family of Payne, thanks again!) and finally, a pretty cool icicle light. A pretty good trip in all, however it was to come with a very fulfilling bonus - formed as one of those weighing machines you find now and again at public places. Now I haven't weighed myself in a while - Christ, we are talking years. And I know I ain't no Brad Pitt when it comes to my torso. In fact, over the last couple of years Im sure I could have given Rik Waller a serious run for his money. My eating habits haven't been ideal either. Therefore I expected the worst when this day would come along. I was thinking 20 stone plus.
As of Friday 16th Dec, I weigh 17 st 2.5 lb - which some may find replusive. I call it pure relief! I had a spring in my step all day from then on. Alas, with Crimbo around the corner will this figure of mine stay at this personally acceptable figure? Now where did I put that bacon sandwich.....
Been listening to a lot of Megadeth lately - really forgot how good they actually were. Velvet Revolver also have been rocking my boat of late. From what Ive heard of the new and upcoming Strokes album it looks like the New Yorkers will produce another quality album.
Im still pondering over what to wear for Saturday's fancy dress day in work. Im all outta ideas - its always the same problem every Christmas at Argos and this year is no exception. I may even accept defeat this year and just be 'jolly' with a Santa hat or something. Noooooooooo! I cannot do that! I need to dress up... it just has to be done!!! Its the one chance to look as silly as I like, its an opportunity not to wasted! Thinking caps on!!!
As of Friday 16th Dec, I weigh 17 st 2.5 lb - which some may find replusive. I call it pure relief! I had a spring in my step all day from then on. Alas, with Crimbo around the corner will this figure of mine stay at this personally acceptable figure? Now where did I put that bacon sandwich.....
Been listening to a lot of Megadeth lately - really forgot how good they actually were. Velvet Revolver also have been rocking my boat of late. From what Ive heard of the new and upcoming Strokes album it looks like the New Yorkers will produce another quality album.
Im still pondering over what to wear for Saturday's fancy dress day in work. Im all outta ideas - its always the same problem every Christmas at Argos and this year is no exception. I may even accept defeat this year and just be 'jolly' with a Santa hat or something. Noooooooooo! I cannot do that! I need to dress up... it just has to be done!!! Its the one chance to look as silly as I like, its an opportunity not to wasted! Thinking caps on!!!
Another shameless advert
Just spotted this on the Guardian website and mainly aimed at my fellow Argos slaves. Here Tim Dowling is in replying to the recent book, 'Is It Just Me Or Is Everything Just Shit?', by stating an A-Z of things we should be grateful for. Sadly, as you can guess, the Argos Catalogue makes one of these very things.
"Argos catalogue
You know when you feel like going out and buying some stuff, but can't think of anything you need? What if there was a big book that reminded you of all the things in the world available for purchase, and the phone number for a shop where you could buy them all? Would that fill the empty place in your aching soul, if only for a while? Well, there is, and you probably already have it. And if not, it's free! Move over, the Bible!"
Unbelievable. But I know for a fact many people share this view!
Pint for the Fella, Glass of white wine for the Lady
Feeling like Alex Ferguson right now; sick as a parrot. However my illness is not due to a certain James McFadden or a recent Euro exit, but of a greater consequence - the common cold. Yes like a true male, I have moaned like a wimp about being 'cold' and enthralling the house with my dramatic antics. I'm sure I could show David Tennant a thing or two about acting after this bout of influenza! I must give a giant thankyou, multipied by a million to Jen, who has put with my moaning and has taken care of me despite my ramblings. Cheers honey!
Last Monday we endured a hellish trip west to the City of Swansea. I say hellish as a 35 mile journey took just under two hours! Mainly this madness is down to a ridiculous set of road works on Fabian Way, perhaps Swansea's busiest route in and out of the city! However the trip was worth the wait as the Grand Theatre was hosting the alter-ego of the dramatically gifted Al Murray, none other than the Pub Landlord himself. The Guv'nor was in top form, especially when he had mistaken a long haired male student for a girl. Even Murray himself was lost for words but his recovery was fantastic, in fact it strengthened his act even more. I felt sorry for that student though... his chuckling parents were even with him!!! The anti-European sketch was also a great laugh and what he had to say about the current state of politics in this country rings true... Its just like a panto!!! I won't give too much away from his act as I implore you all to go see him when he comes to Cardiff in June. If anyone is interested, I'm game for another pint of comedy from the Guv'nor!
My turn to host the Argos Poker Night and I promised not to disappoint. All went well I'm happy to say, as we welcomed debutants Rhyd and Alyson for a high turnout of 12 players. Jamie S once again walked away with the most money in his pocket, defeating the Steed Unit in the final showdown. Well done to Rhyd however, who reached the final three! Sian was also very kind to bring down the Buzz game, which was an instant hit with all. We have now stolen it :) and is a regular past time for us all at Casa del Cathays. Only kidding Sian, you can have it back soon enough... as soon as we can part our grubby mits from it!!!
I suspect that I will not blog until Xmas so to all my readers have a very merry good time over your holidays!!!!
Last Monday we endured a hellish trip west to the City of Swansea. I say hellish as a 35 mile journey took just under two hours! Mainly this madness is down to a ridiculous set of road works on Fabian Way, perhaps Swansea's busiest route in and out of the city! However the trip was worth the wait as the Grand Theatre was hosting the alter-ego of the dramatically gifted Al Murray, none other than the Pub Landlord himself. The Guv'nor was in top form, especially when he had mistaken a long haired male student for a girl. Even Murray himself was lost for words but his recovery was fantastic, in fact it strengthened his act even more. I felt sorry for that student though... his chuckling parents were even with him!!! The anti-European sketch was also a great laugh and what he had to say about the current state of politics in this country rings true... Its just like a panto!!! I won't give too much away from his act as I implore you all to go see him when he comes to Cardiff in June. If anyone is interested, I'm game for another pint of comedy from the Guv'nor!
My turn to host the Argos Poker Night and I promised not to disappoint. All went well I'm happy to say, as we welcomed debutants Rhyd and Alyson for a high turnout of 12 players. Jamie S once again walked away with the most money in his pocket, defeating the Steed Unit in the final showdown. Well done to Rhyd however, who reached the final three! Sian was also very kind to bring down the Buzz game, which was an instant hit with all. We have now stolen it :) and is a regular past time for us all at Casa del Cathays. Only kidding Sian, you can have it back soon enough... as soon as we can part our grubby mits from it!!!
I suspect that I will not blog until Xmas so to all my readers have a very merry good time over your holidays!!!!
Life is for living and.....
Guess the song? Or even the band? No?! No brownie points for you then! 'Life's forgiving' is taken from 'Pilgrim Soul', a rather hard hitting track from Pushing The Senses, the latest offspring from Welsh rock giants Feeder. In fact at the CIA we were treated to the Newport Connection, as the chavtastic GLC were the support. Myself, Jen, Sian, Rhyd and Tom caught the last song of their set, the bluntly titled 'Your Mother's Got a Penis'. Nice. Iit got the crowd going and I did break a smile.
Feeder were in form and as always they never fail to disappoint. 'Buck Rogers' made the walls shake (not literally before you ask) and the inclusion of the oldies like 'High' and 'Insomnia' is always good to see from a band who could churn out all of their newest stuff if they wanted to. Grant Nicholas was also given a standing oviation for his acoustic rendition of 'Dove Grey Sands'. More importantly however, I won the 'First/Last Song' guessing game so now I truly rule!!!
Of course, just in case anyone forgot where they were last night.
Yes this is me sleeping. Why i put this pic up, I do not know. Hideous wouldn't you say? You lovely people have Jen to thank for this eyesore.
Just in case you haven't noticed I have joined the online music revolution, Last.fm. I noticed it on Plas.me.uk and I thought it;s about time the world knew the true garbage I listen to. So if you asked for it or not, here you go! My Last.fm profile
Poker night this Sunday on my gaff - so be prepared to lose some money peeps! I need some dinero pretty badly!!!
My final thought is a poem written by Serj Tankian, who is the lead singer of System of a Down. This poem has made me think about the true concept of identity and what it means to be something. If it strikes a nerve with you, feel free to let me what you think.
Identity - Serj Tankian
I would like to meet a true writer
Who considers himself one who writes,
Or a true musician,
Who considers himself one who plays music,
Or a true hero,
Who considers his heroism as natural acts,
For the definition of the functions tied to people's necks
Choke the true essence of the identity.
On that final thought moment; take care of yourselves, and each other.
One Month
I think I have listened to Jeff Wayne's War of the Worlds so much I am now convinced that a Martian attack is right around the corner. If I do start humming 'The Eve of War' when I'm with you, please tell me to stop. Like wise you must tell me to stop singing of the incredibly catchy tunes from Weebls Stuff, as Im sure I am going to annoy someone before long.
One month? Until what?!?! :)
So how am I doing? Dandy. All is well at the moment as far I can report. The work for my course is getting heavy not to mention a lot tougher. However I am enjoying it, which is really baffling me. Never before have I wanted to look through a challenging text like Thomas More's Utopia 'just for fun'. In fact, I can't wait to read Plato's Republic either. Dare I say it, have I become a bookworm?!?!?!?
A shoutout needs to go to Emma who very kindly grabbed a book for me at Swansea Uni. This inparticular book was nowhere to be had all over South East Wales; all 9 copies taken out of Cardiff Uni, no copies in the Newport and Glamorgan unis, plus not even one in any of the public libraries in Cardiff, Newport, the Vale, Caerphilly or even the Rhondda. In Swansea however, there were 14 copies there for the taking! Funny that! Thanks again, Em!!
My new favourite online book store is Swotbooks.com. Prompt delivery and good prices! What more can you ask for!!!
My last point on this small post is the passing of Irish legend, George Best. I wish I had the opportunity to see him play as he was a footballing wizard, which was destined to be one of the all time greats. Thing is, he very much was a great, despite a short career in the game. Sadly the media have not helped the situation by immense overexposure. The papers had already pronounced him dead for us despite the few additional hours he still had fought for himself. Shame on the British media once more and their fanaticism with the celebrity. Rest in Peace George, now that you have actually gone.
One month? Until what?!?! :)
So how am I doing? Dandy. All is well at the moment as far I can report. The work for my course is getting heavy not to mention a lot tougher. However I am enjoying it, which is really baffling me. Never before have I wanted to look through a challenging text like Thomas More's Utopia 'just for fun'. In fact, I can't wait to read Plato's Republic either. Dare I say it, have I become a bookworm?!?!?!?
A shoutout needs to go to Emma who very kindly grabbed a book for me at Swansea Uni. This inparticular book was nowhere to be had all over South East Wales; all 9 copies taken out of Cardiff Uni, no copies in the Newport and Glamorgan unis, plus not even one in any of the public libraries in Cardiff, Newport, the Vale, Caerphilly or even the Rhondda. In Swansea however, there were 14 copies there for the taking! Funny that! Thanks again, Em!!
My new favourite online book store is Swotbooks.com. Prompt delivery and good prices! What more can you ask for!!!
My last point on this small post is the passing of Irish legend, George Best. I wish I had the opportunity to see him play as he was a footballing wizard, which was destined to be one of the all time greats. Thing is, he very much was a great, despite a short career in the game. Sadly the media have not helped the situation by immense overexposure. The papers had already pronounced him dead for us despite the few additional hours he still had fought for himself. Shame on the British media once more and their fanaticism with the celebrity. Rest in Peace George, now that you have actually gone.
Falling into place
I have to admit it. One Man, One Struggle has faced its greatest task in bringing the punters back. It's time for some drastic action. So I present.... pictures!
Yes pretty pictures! I havent really got to grips with them since I've started the blog so here is a desperate attempt to stay hip and cool, like all the other blogs/blods out there!
So above, you may notice my first pic. It is a snapshot of the civic centre shortly after David Tennant and Billie Piper had turned the Cardiff Christmas lights - oh sorry, I must be politically correct these days - or "winter lights". Not a great pic - I admit they all will not be, as they come from my very outdated Nokia brick. The night was bitter cold, but it was great as it marked the beginning of the winter festivities. Im not a huge fan of Christmas celebrations, however they always bring a smile to all faces - including mine. It was good to see the new Doctor, plus the Tardis (even if it was for a short while) and even witness the new Winter Wonderland additions! Crazy golf for the kids and a chocolate fondue machine! Smiles definitely all round.
As the Welsh XV took on the Fujians, it seemed an easy victory from the outset. However we only only beat them 11-10 in a terrible game of rugby. Not a total loss however, as the 16 strong group who I went with to this game were in fine song. Well, most of them anyway! We took part in the Mexican Wave and just when it seemed Deliah had failed to get the crowds going, we tried a good ole'' OGGY OGGY OGGY!' and the crowd woke up to become the effective 16th man! We nicked the game at the end as well! What a coincidence?!?!?! Have we got a chance against South Africa tomorrow? As much chance as the Welsh football team beating Argentina at this moment in time. I won't comment about the Welsh footie game against Cyprus on here, mainly because it would result in another possible 50+ swear count which I cannot afford! But witness my comments gladly at http://www.thursdayfootball.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=185
Ahh yes, poker. Leighton hosted the biggest poker night of the year so far, complete with snacks, giant Rocket Joe's pizza and 9 hopeful card playing studs. The game was Texas Hold 'em and the worthy winner was Karl, who eased to win with a patient approach. I came second, ahead of Tom, who is continuing to shine on the table. Sian did well to reach fourth, she really stuck it to the man with her clever card play. Both Jamies didn't get the hands, whilst Chuck won a few, but luck wasn't on their side. Adam, or the resident Steed Unit, was also defiant in his cool approach, but nothing came his way. Leighton on the other hand was our 'Shirley Bassey' (Big Spender) of the evening and made an early exit. However no tears from our host, as he pumped out 'It's Not Unusual' for our entertainment. In addition, Tom and Nathan discussed the niceness of Nice biscuits. Yep, just another Argos night out.
Other things to note, Franz Ferdinand may have a good second album, however they absolutely suck live. In fact, they were so bad, myself, Tom, Emma and Jen left early to avoid the muffling of 'The Fallen', which is my fav track on 'You Could Have It So Much Better'. The Editors were actually better, much to my surprise. The Rakes were god awful. The night was not wasted as we made an Asda run and ate more Rocket Joe's pizza.
Zebrahead were also pretty awesome. I enjoy Barfly as a venue because it feels so small scale. 'This is where the journey starts to rockstardom', if you would believe. And there is a pit, damn, you better be tough. Stamina is needed for such a small enclave, as I found out during the Zebrahead set. The place exploded! Im sure Emma and Tom were standing next to me at one point.... then they were nowhere to be seen!
Dopamine are on that very road to stardom I believe. They are a local band who are signed up to Plastic Head and sound unique. I would like to see them in the near future. Fastlane were also pretty cool, definitely capable of better things if they get a breakthrough.
Talking of music - get Jeff Wayne's The War of the Worlds. If you saw Spielberg's remake earlier this year and were impressed, this amazing soundtrack from the Eighties will blow you away even more.
I hope to get the website up and running properly soon. Plus better updates on One Man, One Struggle. But hey, whats new!!!!
Yes pretty pictures! I havent really got to grips with them since I've started the blog so here is a desperate attempt to stay hip and cool, like all the other blogs/blods out there!
So above, you may notice my first pic. It is a snapshot of the civic centre shortly after David Tennant and Billie Piper had turned the Cardiff Christmas lights - oh sorry, I must be politically correct these days - or "winter lights". Not a great pic - I admit they all will not be, as they come from my very outdated Nokia brick. The night was bitter cold, but it was great as it marked the beginning of the winter festivities. Im not a huge fan of Christmas celebrations, however they always bring a smile to all faces - including mine. It was good to see the new Doctor, plus the Tardis (even if it was for a short while) and even witness the new Winter Wonderland additions! Crazy golf for the kids and a chocolate fondue machine! Smiles definitely all round.
As the Welsh XV took on the Fujians, it seemed an easy victory from the outset. However we only only beat them 11-10 in a terrible game of rugby. Not a total loss however, as the 16 strong group who I went with to this game were in fine song. Well, most of them anyway! We took part in the Mexican Wave and just when it seemed Deliah had failed to get the crowds going, we tried a good ole'' OGGY OGGY OGGY!' and the crowd woke up to become the effective 16th man! We nicked the game at the end as well! What a coincidence?!?!?! Have we got a chance against South Africa tomorrow? As much chance as the Welsh football team beating Argentina at this moment in time. I won't comment about the Welsh footie game against Cyprus on here, mainly because it would result in another possible 50+ swear count which I cannot afford! But witness my comments gladly at http://www.thursdayfootball.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=185
Ahh yes, poker. Leighton hosted the biggest poker night of the year so far, complete with snacks, giant Rocket Joe's pizza and 9 hopeful card playing studs. The game was Texas Hold 'em and the worthy winner was Karl, who eased to win with a patient approach. I came second, ahead of Tom, who is continuing to shine on the table. Sian did well to reach fourth, she really stuck it to the man with her clever card play. Both Jamies didn't get the hands, whilst Chuck won a few, but luck wasn't on their side. Adam, or the resident Steed Unit, was also defiant in his cool approach, but nothing came his way. Leighton on the other hand was our 'Shirley Bassey' (Big Spender) of the evening and made an early exit. However no tears from our host, as he pumped out 'It's Not Unusual' for our entertainment. In addition, Tom and Nathan discussed the niceness of Nice biscuits. Yep, just another Argos night out.
Other things to note, Franz Ferdinand may have a good second album, however they absolutely suck live. In fact, they were so bad, myself, Tom, Emma and Jen left early to avoid the muffling of 'The Fallen', which is my fav track on 'You Could Have It So Much Better'. The Editors were actually better, much to my surprise. The Rakes were god awful. The night was not wasted as we made an Asda run and ate more Rocket Joe's pizza.
Zebrahead were also pretty awesome. I enjoy Barfly as a venue because it feels so small scale. 'This is where the journey starts to rockstardom', if you would believe. And there is a pit, damn, you better be tough. Stamina is needed for such a small enclave, as I found out during the Zebrahead set. The place exploded! Im sure Emma and Tom were standing next to me at one point.... then they were nowhere to be seen!
Dopamine are on that very road to stardom I believe. They are a local band who are signed up to Plastic Head and sound unique. I would like to see them in the near future. Fastlane were also pretty cool, definitely capable of better things if they get a breakthrough.
Talking of music - get Jeff Wayne's The War of the Worlds. If you saw Spielberg's remake earlier this year and were impressed, this amazing soundtrack from the Eighties will blow you away even more.
I hope to get the website up and running properly soon. Plus better updates on One Man, One Struggle. But hey, whats new!!!!
"Mort Pour Rien"
Its sad to hear that the race-rioting in France has now reached epic proprtions. Now on its tenth day and has spread to other France provincial towns, the French government really have a problem on their hands. At the same time, its a lesson learned about our neighbours over the channel. Race relations seem a hell of a lot better here than in France, where some black citizens have accused the French authorities of discriminate 'institutional racism'. Lets just hope that this action, drastic and extreme, will turn more than just a few heads.
I have escaped the silly season unscathed. I always treat this time of year like a mini-hiberation, as I hate going outside whilst trick-or-treaters are about, fireworks are whizzing around your head or eggs are thrown towards your windows. Call me old fashioned, but Halloween and Bonfire Night belong to the yobs. Only when fireworks are banned and are only available for general display, a sense of normality will be restored on these supposedly 'fun' nights.
Went to see Hamlet in the New Theatre on Friday night and much to my surprise, I thought it absolutely sucked. I am patient with Shakespeare as he was a playwright genius (well, that's if he had written his own plays), but Hamlet portrayed in this production was too long and infuriorating. WHY CAN'T HE JUST KILL HIS UNCLE WHEN HE HAS THE CHANCE, INSTEAD OF MOANING?!!?!?!?!?!?! He began to sound a lot like lot myself; the supreme procrastinator. So now I can see why Im soo annoying when I put things off Jen!
To conclude, "the Bloodhound Gang was here to get it on" and get it on they certainly did at the Students Union last night.
Bye! off to make tea!
I have escaped the silly season unscathed. I always treat this time of year like a mini-hiberation, as I hate going outside whilst trick-or-treaters are about, fireworks are whizzing around your head or eggs are thrown towards your windows. Call me old fashioned, but Halloween and Bonfire Night belong to the yobs. Only when fireworks are banned and are only available for general display, a sense of normality will be restored on these supposedly 'fun' nights.
Went to see Hamlet in the New Theatre on Friday night and much to my surprise, I thought it absolutely sucked. I am patient with Shakespeare as he was a playwright genius (well, that's if he had written his own plays), but Hamlet portrayed in this production was too long and infuriorating. WHY CAN'T HE JUST KILL HIS UNCLE WHEN HE HAS THE CHANCE, INSTEAD OF MOANING?!!?!?!?!?!?! He began to sound a lot like lot myself; the supreme procrastinator. So now I can see why Im soo annoying when I put things off Jen!
To conclude, "the Bloodhound Gang was here to get it on" and get it on they certainly did at the Students Union last night.
Bye! off to make tea!
Attempted Delivery?!?!?!
Lets face it, I’m not the world’s best blogger and I’m sure that fact is not hidden from you good people out there. Previous ‘Greg-bashing’ for lack of updating is now seriously coming back to haunt me! So this time I offer no apology, just the pure truth!
In the last month (yes, its been that long) I have been up to quite a few things. I ‘owned’ (I believe that is the geek terminology) at a game of poker at Casa del Cathays and took the cash prize, plus I have also rather stupidly bid £240 for a copy of Thomas Hobbes’ Leviathan on eBay. As you can probably tell, I should have only bid £2.40 but I couldn’t even do that right! After a day of panicking, no to mention franticly contacting eBay and the seller, I eventually uncovered the retraction bid option. I think I will leave off some eBuying for now I think, for my own nerves’ sake!
Last night Jen and I went with Tom and his mate Stu to see the legendary Lee Evans at the CIA and he was bloody awesome. He has me in stitches every time I watch him; just the actions and the voices he pulls off puts me in a laughing fit! If you are going in the next few days, he will not disappoint you!!!
Thursday football (www.thursdayfootball.co.uk) is still going strong and after 4 games the score is tied between Dale’s side and Chris’ side at 2-2. I have enjoyed being caretaker captain whilst Chris has been away with injury, but now that he is back on the pitch everyone beware of two loudmouths!
The Rangers (www.qvr.blogspot.com) are also enjoying their new season in Division Four, with a good start of 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss. Check out the match reports for further details!
In the last month (yes, its been that long) I have been up to quite a few things. I ‘owned’ (I believe that is the geek terminology) at a game of poker at Casa del Cathays and took the cash prize, plus I have also rather stupidly bid £240 for a copy of Thomas Hobbes’ Leviathan on eBay. As you can probably tell, I should have only bid £2.40 but I couldn’t even do that right! After a day of panicking, no to mention franticly contacting eBay and the seller, I eventually uncovered the retraction bid option. I think I will leave off some eBuying for now I think, for my own nerves’ sake!
Last night Jen and I went with Tom and his mate Stu to see the legendary Lee Evans at the CIA and he was bloody awesome. He has me in stitches every time I watch him; just the actions and the voices he pulls off puts me in a laughing fit! If you are going in the next few days, he will not disappoint you!!!
Thursday football (www.thursdayfootball.co.uk) is still going strong and after 4 games the score is tied between Dale’s side and Chris’ side at 2-2. I have enjoyed being caretaker captain whilst Chris has been away with injury, but now that he is back on the pitch everyone beware of two loudmouths!
The Rangers (www.qvr.blogspot.com) are also enjoying their new season in Division Four, with a good start of 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss. Check out the match reports for further details!
Fresher Madness!
Freshers week here in Cathays and don’t I know it. The Union has finally returned to the usual hustle and bustle I always associate it with, plus drunken antics have also reached a record high in my street. At 4 in the morning some guys decided to play around with a Lidl trolley, however several of our other neighbours took their intoxicated-induced shenanigans to another level – by trashing their own place and chucking stuff out of their windows. As reported by our man Greg (as I couldn’t be assed looking out of the window), the Old Bill were soon on the scene and after a stern ticking off, sleep ness nights will hopefully be a thing of the past.
Went to CIA last Monday to see the Phonics as part of their newest album tour. Christ, they are big. I guess it didn’t hit me before, but its clear now that they have joined an exclusive group of rock and pop band stardom acheivers. They put on a good show regardless, although if I had it my way the strobe lighting could have been knocked down a good few notches. It was certainly good to see the Phonics actually rock the place down for a change, as the last two albums have most definitely failed to provoke any sense of ‘rock ‘n’ roll’ at all. As a previous post has stated, JEEP is perhaps the greatest disappointment of my life. You Gotta Go There…. was even worse – it was then I realised these guys completely forgotten to rock. The new album is an example of a revival even Jesus would be jealous of, in fact, you can be forgiven in thinking that this was a completely new band. Tisk, tisk Kelly, how do you do it?
Just been to see the Horrible Histories Tudor show at the New Theatre, with Jen and little OJ. I enjoyed it so much and yet I was educated; what do they call that? Edu-tainment? It was good stuff, especially with the 3D glasses that made wooden pieces of the Spanish Armada fly right between into my eyes. Now that’s a show!
Oh well, the bags beneath my eyes are beginning to sag more than usual so until next time, remember; DIVORCED, BEHEADED, DIED, DIVORCED, BEHEADED, SURVIVED!
Went to CIA last Monday to see the Phonics as part of their newest album tour. Christ, they are big. I guess it didn’t hit me before, but its clear now that they have joined an exclusive group of rock and pop band stardom acheivers. They put on a good show regardless, although if I had it my way the strobe lighting could have been knocked down a good few notches. It was certainly good to see the Phonics actually rock the place down for a change, as the last two albums have most definitely failed to provoke any sense of ‘rock ‘n’ roll’ at all. As a previous post has stated, JEEP is perhaps the greatest disappointment of my life. You Gotta Go There…. was even worse – it was then I realised these guys completely forgotten to rock. The new album is an example of a revival even Jesus would be jealous of, in fact, you can be forgiven in thinking that this was a completely new band. Tisk, tisk Kelly, how do you do it?
Just been to see the Horrible Histories Tudor show at the New Theatre, with Jen and little OJ. I enjoyed it so much and yet I was educated; what do they call that? Edu-tainment? It was good stuff, especially with the 3D glasses that made wooden pieces of the Spanish Armada fly right between into my eyes. Now that’s a show!
Oh well, the bags beneath my eyes are beginning to sag more than usual so until next time, remember; DIVORCED, BEHEADED, DIED, DIVORCED, BEHEADED, SURVIVED!
Break Stuff
This week has been mixed to say the least. Ultimate carnage on Monday, maximum ‘scanking’ on Wednesday and gambling goodness on Thursday have certainly made this week one to talk about!
On Monday Jen and I assisted Moe in a few oddjobs in his mother’s garden however I had no idea my demolition skills would be put to the test, as our main task was dismantle an old shed. I hope to get a vid on here soon of myself in action, but it was bloody good fun – just give me a hammer and it’s like I’m a different person!!!! All credit to the timber-snapping chief himself, Mr Moe, as he was on fire with his trusty wooden pole. Then we experienced a real tour of Thornhill, which made me realise where the bucks are in this city!!!
Ska night soon rolled around on Wednesday as one of my heroic bands, Reel Big Fish played the Student Union. On entry, my initial thought was: All mini-moshers must burn. After I chilled out with a pint of the brown stuff, it was time to take note of the support. First support band, The Matches, made a pretty good effort and unleashed some catchy punktastic tunes. Skindred also supported, kicked ass, confused everyone with their reggae-metal style but really got the crowd fired up for the Fish. Then, The ska-punk legends opened with ‘Good Thing’ and that got Jen on her feet! By the end Jen, Greg, Moe and I were almost comatose due to the heat (and all the scanking of course!) but ‘Sellout’ was enough to raise spirits for one last dance. It capped off an awesome night but hey, ska night is always an extraordinary night!
Thursday football took a night off due to a rescheduled game the night before, so another act of extreme stereotypical manliness had to be found. Enter Poker: the game men were born to play. Gender issues aside, Moe decided to call a night of card craziness at Casa del Cathays to sharpen our skills so that one day we can actually play for money. 5 men around our breakfast table with equal chips, but only one ‘Chuckalate Fudgemuffin’ would reign supreme. In fact, Chuck played a well good game and his poker face was well in place. However, hand of the night goes to our resident messiah Greg Davies with a Three of a Kind to keep himself in the game. Way to go Jesus!!!
If women are offended by this latest post, please don’t be. If you still are offended even after this reassurance – bring it to the table and beat our new poker champion!
On Monday Jen and I assisted Moe in a few oddjobs in his mother’s garden however I had no idea my demolition skills would be put to the test, as our main task was dismantle an old shed. I hope to get a vid on here soon of myself in action, but it was bloody good fun – just give me a hammer and it’s like I’m a different person!!!! All credit to the timber-snapping chief himself, Mr Moe, as he was on fire with his trusty wooden pole. Then we experienced a real tour of Thornhill, which made me realise where the bucks are in this city!!!
Ska night soon rolled around on Wednesday as one of my heroic bands, Reel Big Fish played the Student Union. On entry, my initial thought was: All mini-moshers must burn. After I chilled out with a pint of the brown stuff, it was time to take note of the support. First support band, The Matches, made a pretty good effort and unleashed some catchy punktastic tunes. Skindred also supported, kicked ass, confused everyone with their reggae-metal style but really got the crowd fired up for the Fish. Then, The ska-punk legends opened with ‘Good Thing’ and that got Jen on her feet! By the end Jen, Greg, Moe and I were almost comatose due to the heat (and all the scanking of course!) but ‘Sellout’ was enough to raise spirits for one last dance. It capped off an awesome night but hey, ska night is always an extraordinary night!
Thursday football took a night off due to a rescheduled game the night before, so another act of extreme stereotypical manliness had to be found. Enter Poker: the game men were born to play. Gender issues aside, Moe decided to call a night of card craziness at Casa del Cathays to sharpen our skills so that one day we can actually play for money. 5 men around our breakfast table with equal chips, but only one ‘Chuckalate Fudgemuffin’ would reign supreme. In fact, Chuck played a well good game and his poker face was well in place. However, hand of the night goes to our resident messiah Greg Davies with a Three of a Kind to keep himself in the game. Way to go Jesus!!!
If women are offended by this latest post, please don’t be. If you still are offended even after this reassurance – bring it to the table and beat our new poker champion!
Whats irregular with the first line?
Its Saturday morning and I’m not in work.
That’s a post shocking enough don’t you think? As some of you may know, I rarely see the Saturday Sun past 9 o’clock once I enter those Argos front doors, so today is one not to be wasted but cherished. So what have I done so far? I have attempted to redesign Janstar.co.uk so that it looks like I’ve done something to it, however fear not all those ‘site-cynics’ out there, as I’ve done very little.
Who said food? An important part of my life (well, I suppose it’s an important part to anyone’s life really) which has been taken very seriously in Casa del Cathays of late. I don’t know whether it is down to the new series of Hell’s Kitchen USA, or just to kill time before university enrolment, but Jen has been on cooking overdrive over the last two weeks or so. Last night a chicken pie was made (delicious) as well as rice pudding (probably nice if I liked it). We’ve had cheese soufflé with cheese and bacon smothered chicken (mmmm) and chocolate truffle (tasty)! Greg (pasta bake) and Chris (spag bol) are also well-established cooks, as their meals have also proved. So up came the Pimp to step on to the plate, to try a hand at making fudge. The result? A hard toffee that tastes more like a flaming Dime bar! Oh well, I won’t be a sous chef just yet.
So what do I plan to do today? Not much really. I need to get some more books for my course, which begins in 2 weeks, but thanks to my abysmal fudge making attempt last night, washing up will have to be attended to firstly. Throughout the day I will be envious of Sian, who scored some Offspring tickets at the Brixton Academy. We are now no longer friends… Only kidding! Perhaps I should watch some Saturday morning TV first, I haven’t done that in a while!!!
Last night I went out with the Argos crew for Holly’s 20th birthday, which was a good laugh. Friday night in town always gets on my nerves these days, now that I’m a twenty-something. It doesn’t help when on two occasions, in two different bars, it took me half an hour to get served! Pitiful performance on my part, but hell, it saved me a few rounds at least! Edwards was pretty cool; I’ve never been there before in my life as it looked way too trendy for me, but the mixture of tunes, selection of cocktails and the availability of ales meant it was a winner. The place was designed really swanky and sophisticated, but nothing was more flash than Neil’s jacket yesterday! In all a good night was had, plus Holly had a fitting parting gift from Sian… an Argos pen!
Although I enjoyed my outing into town, that was the THIRD night of Cardiff nightlife for Jen and I. CRAZY FOR ME! Lava Lounge on Wed for Jen’s birthday and Flares on Thurs for Jen again, plus last night’s shenanigans in Edwards, capped off a real boogieing week! I’m now announcing my retirement from ‘partying down’, well, just for the time being to recuperate!
So now I look on to the future – new course, new start. However more importantly, October will mean a real slowdown on birthdays which means I can start to have a rest!
That’s a post shocking enough don’t you think? As some of you may know, I rarely see the Saturday Sun past 9 o’clock once I enter those Argos front doors, so today is one not to be wasted but cherished. So what have I done so far? I have attempted to redesign Janstar.co.uk so that it looks like I’ve done something to it, however fear not all those ‘site-cynics’ out there, as I’ve done very little.
Who said food? An important part of my life (well, I suppose it’s an important part to anyone’s life really) which has been taken very seriously in Casa del Cathays of late. I don’t know whether it is down to the new series of Hell’s Kitchen USA, or just to kill time before university enrolment, but Jen has been on cooking overdrive over the last two weeks or so. Last night a chicken pie was made (delicious) as well as rice pudding (probably nice if I liked it). We’ve had cheese soufflé with cheese and bacon smothered chicken (mmmm) and chocolate truffle (tasty)! Greg (pasta bake) and Chris (spag bol) are also well-established cooks, as their meals have also proved. So up came the Pimp to step on to the plate, to try a hand at making fudge. The result? A hard toffee that tastes more like a flaming Dime bar! Oh well, I won’t be a sous chef just yet.
So what do I plan to do today? Not much really. I need to get some more books for my course, which begins in 2 weeks, but thanks to my abysmal fudge making attempt last night, washing up will have to be attended to firstly. Throughout the day I will be envious of Sian, who scored some Offspring tickets at the Brixton Academy. We are now no longer friends… Only kidding! Perhaps I should watch some Saturday morning TV first, I haven’t done that in a while!!!
Last night I went out with the Argos crew for Holly’s 20th birthday, which was a good laugh. Friday night in town always gets on my nerves these days, now that I’m a twenty-something. It doesn’t help when on two occasions, in two different bars, it took me half an hour to get served! Pitiful performance on my part, but hell, it saved me a few rounds at least! Edwards was pretty cool; I’ve never been there before in my life as it looked way too trendy for me, but the mixture of tunes, selection of cocktails and the availability of ales meant it was a winner. The place was designed really swanky and sophisticated, but nothing was more flash than Neil’s jacket yesterday! In all a good night was had, plus Holly had a fitting parting gift from Sian… an Argos pen!
Although I enjoyed my outing into town, that was the THIRD night of Cardiff nightlife for Jen and I. CRAZY FOR ME! Lava Lounge on Wed for Jen’s birthday and Flares on Thurs for Jen again, plus last night’s shenanigans in Edwards, capped off a real boogieing week! I’m now announcing my retirement from ‘partying down’, well, just for the time being to recuperate!
So now I look on to the future – new course, new start. However more importantly, October will mean a real slowdown on birthdays which means I can start to have a rest!
Hey guys.... Im still alive!!!
This blog has been severely neglected over the past month to which I can only apologise for. I even have little time to blog, so I shall place down the essential things I have been doing and other events of importance.
More news coming soon!
- Happy 25th Birthday to Dale!
- Happy 21st Birthday to my darling Jenny!
- West Walian trip involved some Crystal Maze action, check out www.rgos-orgy.co.uk and www.plas.me.uk for some excellent pictures!
- Thursday Football is no longer going to be played at Hunter’s Green – back to floodlit pitches to fit with Good Ole’ Winter!
- The Weekend Argos football team once again have won against the Weekday staff, with a convincing 5-3 victory! C’MON!
- Many house meals have been made including spag bol, pasta bake and even a cheese souffle! Elegance in our culinary skills here in Minny Street!
More news coming soon!
Jah know its time to post!
Christ, this room is a pigsty. Cluttered with crap of all kinds – BBC History magazines, university forms and clothes both dirty and clean which I should really sort out.
Anyways, as the image I’ve presented to you is not an unusual sight for my bedroom to look like, I shall continue with this evening’s (well, morning now) post. Have just seen Skindred (www.skindred.com), a ‘raggapunk’ band straight outta Wales, who rocked the Barfly with their unique blend of reggae, punk and metal. They were damn good, plus they will be back in Cardiff with Reel Big Fish next month. Rest assured, tickets have already been sorted for that gig and it shall be a full house activity as Jen, Chris and Greg have all shown interest. Jen being the angel she is, got the tickets. I now love her twice as much as before. :D
Enjoyed a nice meal with Jen’s family today at the Lava Lounge, which was a virtual ghost town saloon. Been offered a pool table by the Paynes that we shouldn’t really take, but it is soooooo tempting to accept.
Speaking of pool, Mike Lewis won the Argos Pool tournament in a thrilling final against Karl Powell which ended 4-2. Take it from me, that man is a wizard on the pool table. Either that, or he is a master of the elements. Either one is still pretty cool.
Bed calls – see you soon.
Anyways, as the image I’ve presented to you is not an unusual sight for my bedroom to look like, I shall continue with this evening’s (well, morning now) post. Have just seen Skindred (www.skindred.com), a ‘raggapunk’ band straight outta Wales, who rocked the Barfly with their unique blend of reggae, punk and metal. They were damn good, plus they will be back in Cardiff with Reel Big Fish next month. Rest assured, tickets have already been sorted for that gig and it shall be a full house activity as Jen, Chris and Greg have all shown interest. Jen being the angel she is, got the tickets. I now love her twice as much as before. :D
Enjoyed a nice meal with Jen’s family today at the Lava Lounge, which was a virtual ghost town saloon. Been offered a pool table by the Paynes that we shouldn’t really take, but it is soooooo tempting to accept.
Speaking of pool, Mike Lewis won the Argos Pool tournament in a thrilling final against Karl Powell which ended 4-2. Take it from me, that man is a wizard on the pool table. Either that, or he is a master of the elements. Either one is still pretty cool.
Bed calls – see you soon.
