Misc archive

Ho Ho Ho!

Given that for the next day or so I’ll be rushing around here, there and everywhere, I thought it right that I post today and wish everyone a very merry Christmas, and good luck in advance of 2009. May your days be filled with good food, drink (if you’re so inclined) and festive cheer. PS…. read full entry »

No Lube, Only Oxo

Sorry, we can’t find lube, so why not cover your rudey bits in stock cubes instead… Nice.


Super Productive

I’ve been super productive, and answered all of my questions! No, not really, Rachael did it. Teehee.


Christmas Wishlist

Because I’m a materialistic twat, and know full well that at least two people buying me gifts this year read my website, I’ve compiled a short list of things that I’d like for Christmas. :D An Asus EEE netbook. Linux version, preferably the 901. (hahaha, keep wishing Jem) High Performance MySQL by multiple authors The… read full entry »

Nifty Gadget

is it going to rain? — find out the weather & temp. without having to battle with bloated weather.com (or go outside)


Amazon Prime Trial

Those of you doing their Christmas shopping online might be interested to know that Amazon are offering a free month trial of their Prime delivery thingy. I got £8 delivery for nothing today. (Just remember to cancel it before they charge your card next month!)

Royally Rogered by my Dentist

If you’re in the UK, what are you currently paying in terms of dentist fees (NHS or private)? I get a tenner brutally stolen from my bank account each month for some stupid payment plan thing that is supposed to give me dental insurance — great for travelling, but I don’t travel — and reduced… read full entry »


Quick Question

Is my site slow as shit for everyone else recently, or is it just me? Thanks everyone. Must just be me. Bugger.


Up Shit Creek

Minus a paddle… and, oh yes, a purse. I went to leave the house this morning ready to jump on a bus and head to my mum’s, only to discover that my purse (that may be ‘wallet’ to you American types) wasn’t in my bag. I’ll cut a long, boring search story short… I haven’t… read full entry »

Online Shopping Suggestion

It’s fast approaching that time of year where I’m spending triple-digit sums on crap that people will look at once and then hide in the cupboard until they can find someone else to give it to. I actually quite enjoy spending money on people though, so it’s no big deal. One thing that does annoy… read full entry »