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Friday, 26 August 2011
Monday, 22 August 2011
Memories to keep.
Circa 1988.
I remember walking along Suffolk Street in mid October, a Saturday afternoon.
Looking up, towards Paradise forum I saw many birds, flying across each other over a bruised ochre sky. There were tinges of red, orange, yellow, blue and green across the horizon.
The birds danced across each other. Blurring each other's path, making a new pattern in their wake like iron filings being pulled by a magnetic force.
Crossing. Diving. Climbing.
It was one of the most beautiful sights I had ever seen in my entire life. And it stopped me. It stopped me in my path.
And made me realise that the pull of the earth and its inhabitants are timeless. And eternal.
This was the closest thing to an awakening or a religious moment at that point in my life. I measured my breaths in moments. I measured my life experience in hours.
I haven't thought about that moment in 20 years.
Until tonight.
I remember walking along Suffolk Street in mid October, a Saturday afternoon.
Looking up, towards Paradise forum I saw many birds, flying across each other over a bruised ochre sky. There were tinges of red, orange, yellow, blue and green across the horizon.
The birds danced across each other. Blurring each other's path, making a new pattern in their wake like iron filings being pulled by a magnetic force.
Crossing. Diving. Climbing.
It was one of the most beautiful sights I had ever seen in my entire life. And it stopped me. It stopped me in my path.
And made me realise that the pull of the earth and its inhabitants are timeless. And eternal.
This was the closest thing to an awakening or a religious moment at that point in my life. I measured my breaths in moments. I measured my life experience in hours.
I haven't thought about that moment in 20 years.
Until tonight.
Saturday, 20 August 2011
Saturdays!
I am partial to them but when Linda is at work (like today), they are never productive. A lie in, some lunch an a bit of Call of Duty: Black Ops
on the PS3.
Very, very quiet. But pleasant.
Other than that I didn't get the chores I needed to complete (posting stuff), tidying up etc. It's almost home time for Linda and I'm sure she may give me this kind of look when she gets home.
Still, that may not be a bad thing ;)
on the PS3.Very, very quiet. But pleasant.
Other than that I didn't get the chores I needed to complete (posting stuff), tidying up etc. It's almost home time for Linda and I'm sure she may give me this kind of look when she gets home.
Still, that may not be a bad thing ;)
Friday, 12 August 2011
Science Fiction Friday!
When I was doing my photo-a-day, Friday was always designated as a place where I would post something science fiction related.
Well, given the week's events I was going to post something dystopian but I thought why not put something up here that would at least brighten my day. Many different and more talented people have posted about theriots looting.
I wanted this to have a 60's vibe to it, akin to a publicity shot from a popular Irwin Allen TV series. Kudos to those who spot which show it is.
Well, given the week's events I was going to post something dystopian but I thought why not put something up here that would at least brighten my day. Many different and more talented people have posted about the
I wanted this to have a 60's vibe to it, akin to a publicity shot from a popular Irwin Allen TV series. Kudos to those who spot which show it is.
Monday, 8 August 2011
Places to escape to.
I adore the countryside. More than that I guess. I adore the "idea" of countryside and rural life. Due to circumstances beyond my control (thank you inconsiderate neighbours a few doors across) I had very little sleep. Approx 2 hours. Now, how does this connect to country living?
I'm a city mouse at heart. Love my shops, love the ease of it but I would trade it all for a life away from people, away from built up areas, shops and industry. I'm happy when I can see rolling hills, trees and deserted country lanes. We live in a suburb (15 minute drive from the countryside) but it is becoming ever full of people who are "buy to let wannabe landlords" which means.....noisy people living nearby who don't care about the needs of others (don't ask me about the people who lived 6 doors up who managed to fit 4 families into the same sized house as this and their pre-ocupation with traditional Eastern European musical instruments and authentic dance re-enactments).
Many of the things that interest me I can purchase on the internet or make the odd city trip here and there so logistically it isn't impossible. Work may be more difficult as I often deal with massive case files, field work or complex information that is not easily accessible so a change in employer would be on the cards. Linda is pretty much in the same boat but if we moved outside of Brum she wouldn't have any issues commuting (thank you BMW and Mini One!). Geographically, many of my close friends during the 90's have now moved on and I keep in touch with many of my US and European people via facebook, blogspot or live-journal, Again, not an issue.
So, yep. Country life for me.
One day we're going to sell up and get the hell away from Birmingham. Maybe 10 years. Maybe 15 but it will happen. I will rephrase that. It has to happen.
I'm a city mouse at heart. Love my shops, love the ease of it but I would trade it all for a life away from people, away from built up areas, shops and industry. I'm happy when I can see rolling hills, trees and deserted country lanes. We live in a suburb (15 minute drive from the countryside) but it is becoming ever full of people who are "buy to let wannabe landlords" which means.....noisy people living nearby who don't care about the needs of others (don't ask me about the people who lived 6 doors up who managed to fit 4 families into the same sized house as this and their pre-ocupation with traditional Eastern European musical instruments and authentic dance re-enactments).
Many of the things that interest me I can purchase on the internet or make the odd city trip here and there so logistically it isn't impossible. Work may be more difficult as I often deal with massive case files, field work or complex information that is not easily accessible so a change in employer would be on the cards. Linda is pretty much in the same boat but if we moved outside of Brum she wouldn't have any issues commuting (thank you BMW and Mini One!). Geographically, many of my close friends during the 90's have now moved on and I keep in touch with many of my US and European people via facebook, blogspot or live-journal, Again, not an issue.
So, yep. Country life for me.
One day we're going to sell up and get the hell away from Birmingham. Maybe 10 years. Maybe 15 but it will happen. I will rephrase that. It has to happen.
Sunday, 7 August 2011
If I ruled the world...
I would eliminate Sunday nights.
And Tuesdays.
Along with fantasy football, the Euro and liver based foodstuffs.
Maybe some other stuff....but Sunday nights especially. *bleh*
And Tuesdays.
Along with fantasy football, the Euro and liver based foodstuffs.
Maybe some other stuff....but Sunday nights especially. *bleh*
Saturday, 6 August 2011
Saturdays!
As a kid I used to love 'em. As an adult, less so as during my university years I had to work every weekend for a certain high street music chain (the one with the dog and gramophone). For the most part it was fun, other times it was less so. Think Christmas, it was like Apocalypse Now crossed with Dawn of the Dead. With less humour.
As I'm in my 40's and I have a much better job I don't work during the weekend now but I kind of miss the point of them. I can get ratted out of my head on Friday and Saturday nights and not worry about getting up for work. In fact, creatively this has been a bugger as I have no drive at present to produce or actually do anything. So it's like being a kid again. But with more money to blow on comic books.
Linda has to work the odd Saturday so that leaves me with the ultimate choice - books, video gaming or just napping to pass the time.
Today, I chose comics. And dreaming about 60' scifi movies ;)
As I'm in my 40's and I have a much better job I don't work during the weekend now but I kind of miss the point of them. I can get ratted out of my head on Friday and Saturday nights and not worry about getting up for work. In fact, creatively this has been a bugger as I have no drive at present to produce or actually do anything. So it's like being a kid again. But with more money to blow on comic books.
Linda has to work the odd Saturday so that leaves me with the ultimate choice - books, video gaming or just napping to pass the time.
Today, I chose comics. And dreaming about 60' scifi movies ;)
Or maybe not....
After a bit of soul searching....I thought that it would be a shame to leave this behind and the number of posts I've posted here means that it has a bit of a readership and people (at least a few out there judging from stats) seem to like it.
But there are changes.
It's no longer a photo-a-day.
This will be a place where I will post when *I* feel like it.
So, I'm back. In a much more sustainable place.
I'm not sure what this will bring but I hope it will be fun....
But there are changes.
It's no longer a photo-a-day.
This will be a place where I will post when *I* feel like it.
So, I'm back. In a much more sustainable place.
I'm not sure what this will bring but I hope it will be fun....
Wednesday, 27 July 2011
Ave atque vale
Roughly translated, "Hail and Farewell".
It's been a good couple of years and thanks to everyone for supporting me.
I'm ending this blog on a positive note with a shot of Linda I had been saving for a special occasion and this blog would have been so less interesting without her. I'm keeping the site open but I will not be updating. There may different blogs (eventually) but this is it for Hope for the best, prepare for the worst. Incidentally, this was named after a quote from Admiral Adama in the new incarnation of Battlestar Galactica. It's not particularly profound but it resonated with me. After living with depression for many years, I guess this became my mantra and still is to this day.
Anyhow, it's been a blast and thanks for viewing and all the support I've received. You all know who you are so give yourselves an extra pat on the back.
See you all in Valhalla.
Ave atque vale
It's been a good couple of years and thanks to everyone for supporting me.
I'm ending this blog on a positive note with a shot of Linda I had been saving for a special occasion and this blog would have been so less interesting without her. I'm keeping the site open but I will not be updating. There may different blogs (eventually) but this is it for Hope for the best, prepare for the worst. Incidentally, this was named after a quote from Admiral Adama in the new incarnation of Battlestar Galactica. It's not particularly profound but it resonated with me. After living with depression for many years, I guess this became my mantra and still is to this day.
Anyhow, it's been a blast and thanks for viewing and all the support I've received. You all know who you are so give yourselves an extra pat on the back.
See you all in Valhalla.
Ave atque vale
Tuesday, 26 July 2011
Daily Photo #1233
Blerg! Some days you win, other days you....
Over to you Buffy. You can say it much better than me.
Over to you Buffy. You can say it much better than me.
Monday, 25 July 2011
Daily Photo #1232
Came home to find Linda reclining in the garden!
She looked almost as demure as this! But not as glam after a day at work ;)
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She looked almost as demure as this! But not as glam after a day at work ;)
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Sunday, 24 July 2011
Daily Photo #1231
Amazing weather today so we went for a drive.
I then realised I haven't shot a photo of Linda with her car. So, there you go!
I then realised I haven't shot a photo of Linda with her car. So, there you go!
Saturday, 23 July 2011
Daily Photo #1230
Went into the city today.
It never compares to Manhattan though. God, I miss that place!
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Justice League Unlimited - Season One (DC Comics Classic Collection)
It never compares to Manhattan though. God, I miss that place!
Media I am currently indulging in:
Justice League Unlimited - Season One (DC Comics Classic Collection)
Friday, 22 July 2011
Daily Photo #1229
Scifi Friday!
In space, no one can hear you...ask when dinner is ready ;)
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In space, no one can hear you...ask when dinner is ready ;)
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Thursday, 21 July 2011
Wednesday, 20 July 2011
Tuesday, 19 July 2011
Daily Photo #1226
Bleh!
Grey and dank Tuesdays are the worst!
So, something colourful to distract you all.
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Grey and dank Tuesdays are the worst!
So, something colourful to distract you all.
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Monday, 18 July 2011
Daily Photo #1225
I'm not keen on Mondays so something to brighten my day!
Bonus, just returned home to find her vacuuming too!
Result!
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Bonus, just returned home to find her vacuuming too!
Result!
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Sunday, 17 July 2011
Daily Photo #1224
A certain someone (Ro) woke me up this morning!
Still, it's a good excuse to return back to bed with a book as the weather is a bit horrid.
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Still, it's a good excuse to return back to bed with a book as the weather is a bit horrid.
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Saturday, 16 July 2011
Daily Photo #1223
Scifi Saturday!
There's a scary alien lady in my attic ;)
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There's a scary alien lady in my attic ;)
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