Tonight two friends and I walked up into the old quarries behind the village, built a fireplace from some pieces of slate and lit a fire. Under the stars we toasted marshmallows and put the world to rights. There was a cold wind but lots of layers and the fire kept us warm ( Read more... )

I've done it!

Back in April 2006 I created a Smart Playlist in iTunes that would contain only songs I haven't listened too at least once. This morning I finally ran out of songs. In a testament to my dislike of them, ABBA's Mamma Mia was the last track. I shudder to think how many times I must have skipped that.

Now I simply need to get some more

Today the mountains have received their first dusting of snow this year.

I'm off to sort out my winter climbing kit!

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"A 'Fraggle Rock' movie is tentatively scheduled for release in late 2008 or early 2009."

Another code for anyone who is having a quiet bank holiday weekend.
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If you go to http://www.hillaryclinton.com/action/spotlight/?sc=8 you can suggest a song for Hillary Clinton's campaign ( Read more... )

For your delectation and delight I have created a music quiz. Can you spot the songs from the intros? And what is the theme that links all the songs?

Player Here (Opens in a new window/tab so you can keep this page for your answers ( Read more... )

OK, this made me laugh out loud.......

Another challenge for those who like codes. If you get the answer, you can post it below to prove it.

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