I'm really quite busy, which is annoying because there are many things I would like to do at the moment but things I must do first.
My wife's car has gone off to the garage at long last to be put right after the lady drove into her, so we are sharing cars at the moment. We could have had a courtesy car but quite frankly its nice to have some room on the drive and I'm sure we can survive with just the three cars for a few days.
I am very much looking forward to the time when we are retired and just have one car to think about. I shall gladly let my wife drive all of the time as she still enjoys driving whereas I hate it. It gets you from A to B but its not much fun always having to concentrate on sticking to the speed limit.
Tuesday, 16 April 2013
Saturday, 13 April 2013
Day 1204 & 1205 (13 & 14/04/2013)
I would like the weekend off but have loads of work to catch up with.
Day 1203 (12/04/2013)
The thing about going away to do courses is that it takes me a couple of days to catch up in the office.
In the evening I took my Dad to see Max Boyce at the theater in Yeovil.
It was a mixture of songs and funny stories (to be honest i don't think his act has ever changed) but he sang one of my favourite songs (Duw Its Hard) but didn't tell my favourite joke, which is about Gareth Edwards.
It was very funny and my Dad laughed from start to finish.
In the evening I took my Dad to see Max Boyce at the theater in Yeovil.
It was a mixture of songs and funny stories (to be honest i don't think his act has ever changed) but he sang one of my favourite songs (Duw Its Hard) but didn't tell my favourite joke, which is about Gareth Edwards.
It was very funny and my Dad laughed from start to finish.
Day 1202 (11/04/2013)
The course finished a bit rushed at the end but everyone was happy and hopefully the feedback and reviews will be good and hopefully will help the company move on a bit.
As I had quite a few heavy bags to take to my car I asked Mick to help me and said I would drop him home, so rather than drive straight home I took a slight detour and then the weather turned bad and the motorway got flooded so I ended up not getting home until 8:30pm, which was rather depressing.
Nice to be home for a little while now.
As I had quite a few heavy bags to take to my car I asked Mick to help me and said I would drop him home, so rather than drive straight home I took a slight detour and then the weather turned bad and the motorway got flooded so I ended up not getting home until 8:30pm, which was rather depressing.
Nice to be home for a little while now.
Day 1201 (10/04/2013)
Second day of the course and it's OK but rather slow.
It would be fair to say that there are a couple on the course who do not really get it and they don't have the excuse that they speak English, where as the lady the from Greece has an excuse but isn't that bad.
I then had a bit of a walk through Birmingham, a city I really love. It has everything and the people are genuinely quite nice.
I met another old colleague in Birmingham for dinner and went to Jimmy Spices, a great place where you can pig out and I did.
It would be fair to say that there are a couple on the course who do not really get it and they don't have the excuse that they speak English, where as the lady the from Greece has an excuse but isn't that bad.
I then had a bit of a walk through Birmingham, a city I really love. It has everything and the people are genuinely quite nice.
I met another old colleague in Birmingham for dinner and went to Jimmy Spices, a great place where you can pig out and I did.
Wednesday, 10 April 2013
Day 1200 (09/04/2013)
The first day of the course went OK, there isn't great internet coverage at the venue, its a bit like being in a bunker, which is rather annoying. Also a mixed bunch on the course.
It was nice to meet up with an old colleague tonight, eating at Purnell's Bistro. We had to wait for a table so I had a Charlie Chaplin cocktail.
Salmon starters followed by the guinea fowl, which I had always fancied trying and did not disappoint.
The creme brulee and poached pears was very nice, as was the coffee's and petit fours.
Also both Kelly & Thomas have had good news about work recently.
It was nice to meet up with an old colleague tonight, eating at Purnell's Bistro. We had to wait for a table so I had a Charlie Chaplin cocktail.
The creme brulee and poached pears was very nice, as was the coffee's and petit fours.
Also both Kelly & Thomas have had good news about work recently.
Monday, 8 April 2013
Day 1199 (08/04/2013)
Just getting ready for this weeks course in Birmingham. Annoyingly I have to take a load of laptops with me again but I guess its money.
Hopefully there will be a nice curry and a visit to Purnell's squeezed in whilst I'm there.
Hopefully there will be a nice curry and a visit to Purnell's squeezed in whilst I'm there.
Saturday, 6 April 2013
Day 1197 & 1198 (06 & 07/04/2013)
I'm not saying that these things are evil, they are just wrong.
Crumpets are supposed to be round - enough said.
Wow look how many games of Scrabble I have won in a row against my Aunty.
If only Scrabble was an Olympic Sport.
Crumpets are supposed to be round - enough said.
Wow look how many games of Scrabble I have won in a row against my Aunty.
If only Scrabble was an Olympic Sport.
Friday, 5 April 2013
Day 1196 (05/04/2013)
Had a great night last night seeing Richard Herring with a few friends & family in Cardiff.
OK I'm a sad geek but who cares.
Today I've got things to do then off again next week before a few more weeks at home.
OK I'm a sad geek but who cares.
Today I've got things to do then off again next week before a few more weeks at home.
Thursday, 4 April 2013
Day 1195 (04/04/2013)
There have been a few articles in the press recently pointing out historic errors in programs like Call The Midwife, Foyles War, Downtown Abbey etc.
OK if you happen to know that the route-master bus shown in Foyles War was not designed until 3 years later than the episode is set, then fair enough, but F**K OFF and get a life you sad git.
Does it mater, its a bus from around that time and looks right. It was 60 years ago, who cares if they are a few years out either way.
I'm currently enjoying Broadchurch, the murder enquiry police drama on ITV. In the first episode the production team had obviously gone to the trouble to create the twitter account shown as being used by the journalist but couldn't really send out a tweet about the murdered boy being found on the beach. Unless I'm very much mistaken there was a little padlock symbol on the account page signifying it was a private account, where followers have to be allowed but later this message was referred to as having been all around the village. Does it spoil my enjoyment of the program, NO.
I love watching Morse & Lewis but are they anything like a real police murder enquiry, NO, but I love the tone and the pace of the program.
I love watching Scott & Bailey, is it accurate, mostly yes. Does it matter if they get a few things wrong, NO, it's a drama not a documentary.
End of rant.
OK if you happen to know that the route-master bus shown in Foyles War was not designed until 3 years later than the episode is set, then fair enough, but F**K OFF and get a life you sad git.
Does it mater, its a bus from around that time and looks right. It was 60 years ago, who cares if they are a few years out either way.
I'm currently enjoying Broadchurch, the murder enquiry police drama on ITV. In the first episode the production team had obviously gone to the trouble to create the twitter account shown as being used by the journalist but couldn't really send out a tweet about the murdered boy being found on the beach. Unless I'm very much mistaken there was a little padlock symbol on the account page signifying it was a private account, where followers have to be allowed but later this message was referred to as having been all around the village. Does it spoil my enjoyment of the program, NO.
I love watching Morse & Lewis but are they anything like a real police murder enquiry, NO, but I love the tone and the pace of the program.
I love watching Scott & Bailey, is it accurate, mostly yes. Does it matter if they get a few things wrong, NO, it's a drama not a documentary.
End of rant.
Wednesday, 3 April 2013
Day 1194 (03/04/2013)
Today I was not trying to just look cool driving in my snazzy sun glasses but I think I did.
I actually had set off in my car and then realised that I had left my glasses at home so had to wear my prescription sunglasses in order to make out those blurry shapes on the road or as you may know them, other road users.
I sometimes feel really old when I try to look at things more than about 5 foot away. I even try to sit in the chair that's nearer to the telly as otherwise I have to wear my glasses inside as well.
Busy day updating 17 laptops today, ready for another course, now just need to book one so that they are all paid for, then its all profit for them.
Looking forward to seeing Richard Herring tomorrow.
I actually had set off in my car and then realised that I had left my glasses at home so had to wear my prescription sunglasses in order to make out those blurry shapes on the road or as you may know them, other road users.
I sometimes feel really old when I try to look at things more than about 5 foot away. I even try to sit in the chair that's nearer to the telly as otherwise I have to wear my glasses inside as well.
Busy day updating 17 laptops today, ready for another course, now just need to book one so that they are all paid for, then its all profit for them.
Looking forward to seeing Richard Herring tomorrow.
Tuesday, 2 April 2013
Day 1193 (02/04/2013)
Had a lovely meal last night with Gary & Elaine.
They are always great company and we wish we got to see more of them.
Today Thomas and me drove up to Stoke on Trent, which is not exactly nearby, and were luck to get his camera fixed during the day but it meant we had to sit around for a few hours.
Luckily we got directed to a nearby retirement home to wait where there was a very nice cafe.
Thomas is now fully equipped again and booked to take more football photographs at the weekend.
They are always great company and we wish we got to see more of them.
Today Thomas and me drove up to Stoke on Trent, which is not exactly nearby, and were luck to get his camera fixed during the day but it meant we had to sit around for a few hours.
Luckily we got directed to a nearby retirement home to wait where there was a very nice cafe.
Thomas is now fully equipped again and booked to take more football photographs at the weekend.
Monday, 1 April 2013
Day 1192 (01/04/2013)
Lovely dinner yesterday at my Mum & Dad's.
One of her best ever non Christmas dinners.
Well it's April Fools Day and I guessed what the big joke was today, somebody set the heating to winter. Hardly cricket weather but Thomas went off to photograph a few hours.
Hopefully going to see Gary & Elaine tonight for a final curry at their local curry house before they move.
One of her best ever non Christmas dinners.
Well it's April Fools Day and I guessed what the big joke was today, somebody set the heating to winter. Hardly cricket weather but Thomas went off to photograph a few hours.
Hopefully going to see Gary & Elaine tonight for a final curry at their local curry house before they move.
Saturday, 30 March 2013
Day 1190 & 1191 (30 & 31/03/2013)
Having a relaxing time, although doing quite a bit of admin.
In between work and tea & hot cross buns (well it is Easter) I have been playing a few games of scrabble against my aunty, Christine.
I seem to be having quite a lucky streak at the moment, with lots of 7 & 8 letter words. And look at that highest score, pretty bloody impressive. If only I played scrabble that well in the real world.
Off to my Mum & Dads tomorrow for a nice Sunday roast lamb dinner.
In between work and tea & hot cross buns (well it is Easter) I have been playing a few games of scrabble against my aunty, Christine.
I seem to be having quite a lucky streak at the moment, with lots of 7 & 8 letter words. And look at that highest score, pretty bloody impressive. If only I played scrabble that well in the real world.
Off to my Mum & Dads tomorrow for a nice Sunday roast lamb dinner.
Friday, 29 March 2013
Day 1189 (29/03/2013)
I've been working today but it has generally been a relaxing day for the whole family. Saying that it has been very confusing, it's a Friday but it does seem like a Saturday.
I will be having the evening off and aim to have a very relaxing weekend with my wife.
I will be having the evening off and aim to have a very relaxing weekend with my wife.
Thursday, 28 March 2013
Day 1188 (28/03/2013)
It really is nice to be back home with everybody, even if the house is a bit full of stuff and I have lots to catch up with.
Looking forward to a day or two off this long Easter weekend.
Looking forward to a day or two off this long Easter weekend.
Day 1187 (27/03/2013)
The course went well, although it is fair to say they were a fairly talkative bunch.
Then a long drive home, which was a lot longer than it should have been due to a hold up for about an hour on the M25. Then when I got to Somerset I couldn't tell if I was travelling at hyper-speed or if it was snowing.
Then a long drive home, which was a lot longer than it should have been due to a hold up for about an hour on the M25. Then when I got to Somerset I couldn't tell if I was travelling at hyper-speed or if it was snowing.
Tuesday, 26 March 2013
Day 1186 (26/03/2013)
Second day of the course and its going quite well.Then off to Frankie & Benny's for dinner.
Hang about that sounds very similar to yesterdays except I had fish & Chips and then a waffle.
It was quite funny tonight as I wanted afters but Mick didn't but when they brought my waffle they handed us both a spoon for some reason. Whenever we are at work and go out for dinner everyone is convinced the me & Mick are a couple.
Mick is Nice but he's no Neil Pearson (joke for Kelly).
I must try to act more butch or stop going out with men.
looking forward to being home tomorrow night.
Hang about that sounds very similar to yesterdays except I had fish & Chips and then a waffle.
It was quite funny tonight as I wanted afters but Mick didn't but when they brought my waffle they handed us both a spoon for some reason. Whenever we are at work and go out for dinner everyone is convinced the me & Mick are a couple.
Mick is Nice but he's no Neil Pearson (joke for Kelly).
I must try to act more butch or stop going out with men.
looking forward to being home tomorrow night.
Monday, 25 March 2013
Day 1185 (25/03/2013)
First day of the course and it went quite well. Then off to Frankie & Benny's for dinner, for a pizza & apple crumble.
Saturday, 23 March 2013
Day 1183 & 1184 (23 & 24/03/2013)
No lie-in for anyone today as we were all busy. Roll on next weekends Bank Holiday Weekend and a day off and a lie-in.
Update - Sunday 23:30 - Arrived in Stevenage quite late after having lots of stuff to do at home.
It is a little bit colder and snowier than what I had left behind in Taunton.
As I set up my laptop for tomorrows course I quickly counted the training I had done this year so far and was slightly surprised that after this weeks course in the first three months of the year I would have done 5 courses and 4 presentations, so is been quite a busy start to the year.
This weeks course is quite full, so I'm hoping it still goes well.
Update - Sunday 23:30 - Arrived in Stevenage quite late after having lots of stuff to do at home.
It is a little bit colder and snowier than what I had left behind in Taunton.
As I set up my laptop for tomorrows course I quickly counted the training I had done this year so far and was slightly surprised that after this weeks course in the first three months of the year I would have done 5 courses and 4 presentations, so is been quite a busy start to the year.
This weeks course is quite full, so I'm hoping it still goes well.
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