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Tuesday, 19 January 2010
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Monday, 18 January 2010
Hectic day and chilling with TNA
Today was one of those days where you just don't want to get up. You know the ones? The ones where you are all snuggled up in bed and you just don't want the day to start, you are content to just drift in and out of blissful sleep without a care in the world. Today was definitely one of those days. Unfortunately it was Monday and Toni had to depart for London and I had to get up for work.
I had planned on getting the train but as Toni was ahead of schedule she offered to drop me off which was nice as I didn't really fancy the train journey. Work was busy, lots of things going on which kept me ticking over nicely without the stress and hassle that I was experiencing before Xmas.
Got home and had dinner and Sam and I relaxed and caught up with TNA Impact from last week and then the TNA Genesis pay per view from Sunday night. Sadly the introduction of Hulk Hogan and some of his wrinkly old pals has also seen the wonderfully novel 6 sided ring be replaced by the boring old traditional 4 sided one. It was a shame really as I liked the 6 sided one and made TNA stand out from the rest of the other wrestling organisations. After watching both shows it started to look as though TNA had degraded and morphed into what is essentially WWE Lite especially given the number of ex-WWE stars that have recently been brought on board. It remains to be seen whether the Hogan/Bischoff alliance will take TNA to new dizzy heights or they will drive it into the ground as they did with WCW.
And finally, Toni started getting somewhere with planning my 40th birthday!
I had planned on getting the train but as Toni was ahead of schedule she offered to drop me off which was nice as I didn't really fancy the train journey. Work was busy, lots of things going on which kept me ticking over nicely without the stress and hassle that I was experiencing before Xmas.
Got home and had dinner and Sam and I relaxed and caught up with TNA Impact from last week and then the TNA Genesis pay per view from Sunday night. Sadly the introduction of Hulk Hogan and some of his wrinkly old pals has also seen the wonderfully novel 6 sided ring be replaced by the boring old traditional 4 sided one. It was a shame really as I liked the 6 sided one and made TNA stand out from the rest of the other wrestling organisations. After watching both shows it started to look as though TNA had degraded and morphed into what is essentially WWE Lite especially given the number of ex-WWE stars that have recently been brought on board. It remains to be seen whether the Hogan/Bischoff alliance will take TNA to new dizzy heights or they will drive it into the ground as they did with WCW.
And finally, Toni started getting somewhere with planning my 40th birthday!
Sunday, 17 January 2010
Taking it easy today
Today was a day of taking it easy, BLISS!
Got up and had tea and then popped over to Asda to grab some essentials. Got back and had a light breakfast and watched the end of Munich. Spent the rest of the day watching South Park, playing Bayonetta on the PS3 (what an awesome game) and generally doing absolutely fook all.
Started looking at accommodation for Whitby Goth Weekend at the end of October and am really looking forward to that.
Pork chops and stir fry vegetables made up for the bitter taste that was watching the Capitals getting humped 9 - 0 by Belfast Giants, it wasn't pretty!
Got up and had tea and then popped over to Asda to grab some essentials. Got back and had a light breakfast and watched the end of Munich. Spent the rest of the day watching South Park, playing Bayonetta on the PS3 (what an awesome game) and generally doing absolutely fook all.
Started looking at accommodation for Whitby Goth Weekend at the end of October and am really looking forward to that.
Pork chops and stir fry vegetables made up for the bitter taste that was watching the Capitals getting humped 9 - 0 by Belfast Giants, it wasn't pretty!
Saturday, 16 January 2010
Star Wars, Star Trek, S.N.A.P.!!!
Started the morning with scrambled eggs and bacon and Return Of The Jedi. Sam then indulged in a bit of Prince Of Persia on the pS3 and the bugger got further than me in 2 hours than I did in 2 days *grumble grumbe*!
After numerous cups of tea we then watched the newest Star Trek film, a wonderful remake of the Star Trek "James T Kirk" legacy.
After Star Trek it was time to get ready for our night out at SAKS Underground and the inaugural S.N.A.P. (Saturday Night Alternative Project). Attending S.N.A.P. was a smokescreen for a birthday surprise for Matt. I had suggested that we have a Hollywood Doll night out although unknown to Matt we had invited loads of people.
Was less than impressed to find that Sam had forgotten to tell me that we had run out of shampoo!
Some tart getting ready:
Awww:
The birthday boy Matt:
Funny Faces (starring Laura and Toni):
Sniff the sample:
Lick the sample:
OMG, it IS a sample!:
It was a really good night and loads of people came to see Matt for his birthday surprise so he was delighted.
See all the pics here: 160110SNAP
After numerous cups of tea we then watched the newest Star Trek film, a wonderful remake of the Star Trek "James T Kirk" legacy.
After Star Trek it was time to get ready for our night out at SAKS Underground and the inaugural S.N.A.P. (Saturday Night Alternative Project). Attending S.N.A.P. was a smokescreen for a birthday surprise for Matt. I had suggested that we have a Hollywood Doll night out although unknown to Matt we had invited loads of people.
Was less than impressed to find that Sam had forgotten to tell me that we had run out of shampoo!
Some tart getting ready:
Awww:
The birthday boy Matt:
Funny Faces (starring Laura and Toni):
Sniff the sample:
Lick the sample:
OMG, it IS a sample!:
It was a really good night and loads of people came to see Matt for his birthday surprise so he was delighted.
See all the pics here: 160110SNAP
Friday, 15 January 2010
Chilling
Had a nice chilled evening tonight. Toni came over and made a baked potatoes and bolognaise and we sat back and we started watching Munich before bailing out for an early night.
Thursday, 14 January 2010
Really good HOLLYWOOD DOLL rehearsal
Had a really good HOLLYWOOD DOLL rehearsal tonight.
All the regular songs are hanging together well and the two newer ones are taking shape nicely. Think this was the first rehearsal ever where we didn't bother with the cover versions at all. It's all getting quite exciting now.
We had the option of joining some battle of the bands thing but have decided to wait a while on that as we want to get a few low key gigs out of the way first, plus we haven't completed the line up yet as we are still short one rhythm guitarist.
All the regular songs are hanging together well and the two newer ones are taking shape nicely. Think this was the first rehearsal ever where we didn't bother with the cover versions at all. It's all getting quite exciting now.
We had the option of joining some battle of the bands thing but have decided to wait a while on that as we want to get a few low key gigs out of the way first, plus we haven't completed the line up yet as we are still short one rhythm guitarist.
Had my ultrasound scan.... it's a girl!
Well there you have it, I am sure lots of you wanted to ask what it was when I had my ultrasound so we have decided that it is a girl.
When the scan had started I was asked if I had had my gallbladder removed as she couldn't find it. The idea of the fasting before hand is to shrink the stomach so the gallbladder is easier to see. In my case, however, my gallbladder is contracted so it was harder to find, trust me!
After a bit of poking and scanning I am happy to report (well sort of) that stones were spotted in my gallbladder. So there we are, as suspected, I have gallstones and that is what was causing my pain. Sorted, I have a diagnosis!
Now all I have to do is wait for the scans and report to be sent to my GP (they said they would be faxed tomorrow) and then I'll no doubt be called in to discuss treatment! God knows how long that is likely to be. Am sure it will be suggested that I reduce the fat in my diet although to be honest I don't eat that much anyway so I am not sure that will be a course of action.
In the meantime I shall just have to hope and pray that when the existing stones start to go on the move that the pain isn't too bad! Watch this space.................
When the scan had started I was asked if I had had my gallbladder removed as she couldn't find it. The idea of the fasting before hand is to shrink the stomach so the gallbladder is easier to see. In my case, however, my gallbladder is contracted so it was harder to find, trust me!
After a bit of poking and scanning I am happy to report (well sort of) that stones were spotted in my gallbladder. So there we are, as suspected, I have gallstones and that is what was causing my pain. Sorted, I have a diagnosis!
Now all I have to do is wait for the scans and report to be sent to my GP (they said they would be faxed tomorrow) and then I'll no doubt be called in to discuss treatment! God knows how long that is likely to be. Am sure it will be suggested that I reduce the fat in my diet although to be honest I don't eat that much anyway so I am not sure that will be a course of action.
In the meantime I shall just have to hope and pray that when the existing stones start to go on the move that the pain isn't too bad! Watch this space.................
Phase one down, no new glasses needed
Had my eye test with Bev at James Bryan Opticians in Chelsmford this morning. Pleased to report that at the moment there is no real change so I won't be needing new glasses for a while. Will have to book in for a contact lens check at some point but as I don't where them very often there's no real rush for that.
Got there early and had to wait around but due to my ultrasound scan this afternoon I am only allowed to drink water (no eating) so I wasn't able to go into Starbucks or Costa and have a nice coffee and read my book. Every where I went I could smell lovely coffee and food, it wasn't much fun.
Home now and totally starving but I still have 2.5 hours to go before my scan so am going quietly crazy! The plan is to hit Pizza Hut after the scan though so it will all be worth it!
Got there early and had to wait around but due to my ultrasound scan this afternoon I am only allowed to drink water (no eating) so I wasn't able to go into Starbucks or Costa and have a nice coffee and read my book. Every where I went I could smell lovely coffee and food, it wasn't much fun.
Home now and totally starving but I still have 2.5 hours to go before my scan so am going quietly crazy! The plan is to hit Pizza Hut after the scan though so it will all be worth it!
Wednesday, 13 January 2010
Pain free but hectic day
Today, I am pleased to report, was pain free. I woke up this morning with no sign of any stomach trouble at all and it remained like that all day, even after eating, RESULT!
Work was hectic, lots going on which kept me busy (and on the edge of exploding with frustration at times but that's the way it goes)
It was such a relief to get home and be able to relax. Sam and I caught up with this weeks edition of WWE RAW before I got lost in the world of Assassin's Creed for an hour or so.
I then had a quick chat with Toni on MSN to discuss some logistics for tomorrow with my ultrasound test before heading off for an early night.
It's a busy day for me tomorrow, eye test in the morning and ultrasound in the afternoon!
Work was hectic, lots going on which kept me busy (and on the edge of exploding with frustration at times but that's the way it goes)
It was such a relief to get home and be able to relax. Sam and I caught up with this weeks edition of WWE RAW before I got lost in the world of Assassin's Creed for an hour or so.
I then had a quick chat with Toni on MSN to discuss some logistics for tomorrow with my ultrasound test before heading off for an early night.
It's a busy day for me tomorrow, eye test in the morning and ultrasound in the afternoon!
Tuesday, 12 January 2010
Fluctuating pain, webcasts and Chinese
Well the pain did subside but fluctuated throughout the day although nowhere near as severe as it had been in the wee small hours of the morning so I did manage to stay at work.
Got home and chilled for a bit and then set things up ready for the Capitals v Blaze webcast. Toni arrived and we watched the Capitals pull off a stunning 5 - 3 win over the Blaze and we all enjoyed a yummy Chinese take away.
Was lovely to snuggle on the sofa, drink tea and watch Sam play Infamous on the PS3 (OK, that last bit wasn't so lovely LMFAO).
Got home and chilled for a bit and then set things up ready for the Capitals v Blaze webcast. Toni arrived and we watched the Capitals pull off a stunning 5 - 3 win over the Blaze and we all enjoyed a yummy Chinese take away.
Was lovely to snuggle on the sofa, drink tea and watch Sam play Infamous on the PS3 (OK, that last bit wasn't so lovely LMFAO).
Not a good night
It was not a good night!
I woke up at 4am in agony as my stomach pains had flared up again. Had a hot bath and took some painkillers and went back to bed. Unfortunately I didn't manage to get any sleep so just tried to not think about the pain until my alarms went off.
I guess I could have phone in sick but decided to trek into work and see how it went even though the pain is still there. Watch this space.........
I woke up at 4am in agony as my stomach pains had flared up again. Had a hot bath and took some painkillers and went back to bed. Unfortunately I didn't manage to get any sleep so just tried to not think about the pain until my alarms went off.
I guess I could have phone in sick but decided to trek into work and see how it went even though the pain is still there. Watch this space.........
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Monday, 11 January 2010
Good day, gym and PS3
Had a good day at work and surprised the boss by being able to update the company website for him in the absence of the usual person who does it. I even got a "Thank You" from him, such a novelty :o)
Got home and prepared for the gym. Had a slight delay as I had to sort out Sam's PC for him which didn't take long , thankfully.
Had a good old crunch at the gym, the new regime is VERY hard work and I was tired and achey by the time I had finished.
Had a chat with Toni as I walked back, well I let her rant about some stuff at work and I listened LOL
Sam made a lovely chicken curry for dinner and we watched some Stargate SG-1. It was then PS3 and I indulged in a little Assassin's Creed before tiredness caught up with me.
Got home and prepared for the gym. Had a slight delay as I had to sort out Sam's PC for him which didn't take long , thankfully.
Had a good old crunch at the gym, the new regime is VERY hard work and I was tired and achey by the time I had finished.
Had a chat with Toni as I walked back, well I let her rant about some stuff at work and I listened LOL
Sam made a lovely chicken curry for dinner and we watched some Stargate SG-1. It was then PS3 and I indulged in a little Assassin's Creed before tiredness caught up with me.
Sunday, 10 January 2010
Pain again, Supernatural, Warhammer 40K, dinner and more pain
Had another painful episode last night and had a to have a long soak in a hot bath before going to bed. This had settled down a bit by the morning.
We were woke up by the front door bell as Alan had arrived to pick up Livvy and Connor.
We got dressed, had breakfast and watched Supernatural before starting to prepare our armies for a Warhammer 40K battle. Sam decided that we were going to have an objective based game for once rather than the usual "Kill 'Em All" style that we play. This turned out to be a good call as the game was far more enjoyable under this new way of playing. My pains came back again while we were playing which took the edge off of the fun (and my concentration).
A lovely roast dinner and more Supernatural followed Sam's close victory and then it was time for Toni and Gemima to leave. Still feels weird them going on a Sunday now although I understand it with the problems that they sometimes get trying to get back to London after leaving early for school and work on a Monday morning.
Another hot bath and an early night are the cards for me now :o( Fingers crossed that my ultrasound on Thursday DOES reveal gallstones so that I can be treated quickly.
We were woke up by the front door bell as Alan had arrived to pick up Livvy and Connor.
We got dressed, had breakfast and watched Supernatural before starting to prepare our armies for a Warhammer 40K battle. Sam decided that we were going to have an objective based game for once rather than the usual "Kill 'Em All" style that we play. This turned out to be a good call as the game was far more enjoyable under this new way of playing. My pains came back again while we were playing which took the edge off of the fun (and my concentration).
A lovely roast dinner and more Supernatural followed Sam's close victory and then it was time for Toni and Gemima to leave. Still feels weird them going on a Sunday now although I understand it with the problems that they sometimes get trying to get back to London after leaving early for school and work on a Monday morning.
Another hot bath and an early night are the cards for me now :o( Fingers crossed that my ultrasound on Thursday DOES reveal gallstones so that I can be treated quickly.
Saturday, 9 January 2010
Asda, snow, Warhammer, Zombieland and sparkly Twiglets
We were most amused this morning. As we went to bed last night Gemima had asked if she could watch Sam play Brutal Legend and she was told she could for 5 minutes. Turned out she ended up going to bed at 04:40, and that was only after Toni had woken up and heard her messing about with Sam, Livvy and Connor LMFAO, 5 minutes translated into 5 hours, cheeky mare.
Toni and I went to Asda and left the kids tidying up and washing up. I bumped into Barry and Gloria when I was in there. Was lovely to see them and have promised to go and see them one evening with Sam.
We timed things just right as it started to snow really heavily as soon as we got back and this continued for the rest of the day.
We had brunch and watched loads of Family Guy and then spent the afternoon building and painting Warhammer 40K models.
Here's a few more snow pics:
Spicy mince and rice was the nom nom choice of the day and we watched Zombieland (YAY) and then suffered some sparkly Twiglet vampires (YUK)
Finished the evening doing some more painting.
No photos:
GOTCHA (relucatantly in Connor's case)!
Toni and I went to Asda and left the kids tidying up and washing up. I bumped into Barry and Gloria when I was in there. Was lovely to see them and have promised to go and see them one evening with Sam.
We timed things just right as it started to snow really heavily as soon as we got back and this continued for the rest of the day.
We had brunch and watched loads of Family Guy and then spent the afternoon building and painting Warhammer 40K models.
Here's a few more snow pics:
Spicy mince and rice was the nom nom choice of the day and we watched Zombieland (YAY) and then suffered some sparkly Twiglet vampires (YUK)
Finished the evening doing some more painting.
No photos:
GOTCHA (relucatantly in Connor's case)!
Friday, 8 January 2010
Chance of snow and then a house full
Weather forecast for today was "chance of snow", REALLY helpful LOL.
Got in to work with no problem at all today and watched it have a light snow from time to time but nothing serious. Toni had made it to work today so decided that she would make her way over to SWF this weekend after picking up Gemima. She picked me up from work and we gave Mike a lift back to Hockley. Had an interesting skid moment not far from his house but nothing serious thankfully. We made it back to SWF without any further incident.
Sam announced that Livvy and Connor were coming over so we waited for them to come over and then decided to hit the kebab van rather than cook. With a house full we chomped out and sat back and watch the Family Guy special "Something, Something, Something Darkside" followed by the Eddie Izzard "Stripped" DVD.
Got in to work with no problem at all today and watched it have a light snow from time to time but nothing serious. Toni had made it to work today so decided that she would make her way over to SWF this weekend after picking up Gemima. She picked me up from work and we gave Mike a lift back to Hockley. Had an interesting skid moment not far from his house but nothing serious thankfully. We made it back to SWF without any further incident.
Sam announced that Livvy and Connor were coming over so we waited for them to come over and then decided to hit the kebab van rather than cook. With a house full we chomped out and sat back and watch the Family Guy special "Something, Something, Something Darkside" followed by the Eddie Izzard "Stripped" DVD.
Thursday, 7 January 2010
Snow delays
Snow, snow, snow - I LOVE IT but............
......not the havoc it causes! Trains to work were in chaos yesterday with my SWF to Wickford on being delayed and then I had to wait at Wickford for over 25 minutes before a train to Shenfield arrived.
Relatively quiet day at work with the boss letting us leave early so that we could get home in a sensible manner which was nice. Journey home felt long and was bloody cold although it didn't take as long as I had feared it might.
Spent the evening chilling watching Family Guy, TNA Impact and playing Assassin's Creed on the PS3.
......not the havoc it causes! Trains to work were in chaos yesterday with my SWF to Wickford on being delayed and then I had to wait at Wickford for over 25 minutes before a train to Shenfield arrived.
Relatively quiet day at work with the boss letting us leave early so that we could get home in a sensible manner which was nice. Journey home felt long and was bloody cold although it didn't take as long as I had feared it might.
Spent the evening chilling watching Family Guy, TNA Impact and playing Assassin's Creed on the PS3.
Wednesday, 6 January 2010
Snow, Chelmsford, County Court and old friends and OW!
Sam and I ventured out in the snow first thing this morning to catch the bus to Chelmsford. Here's the view from the bus stop:
We had a quick mooch around Chelmer Village before going to meet our solicitor at the County Court. We were there to finally sign off Sam's compensation for the accident way back in November 2008 (this had to be done in court as he is under 18). It was a satisfactory result and Sam was happy.
After court we popped into James Bryan Opticians to say hi to everyone and for me to make an appointment for an eye test. Was lovely to see Tracy, James and Lisa again. Something I have promised for 2010 is that I keep in better contact with friends so this was a good start. They are planning a curry night in Brick Lane soon and was very pleased that I have been invited along for that.
As we left The Meadows I snapped a few lovely pics of the snow clad area:
We then popped into Games Workshop and had a really long chat with the guys in there about all things 40K and Fantasy. Sam ended up walking away with a Skaven Screaming Bell and we also got a copy of the Fantasy Rulebook.
After a spot of lunch we then headed back in the snow to SWF where we sent the afternoon playing Assassin's Creed and Brutal Legend.
I then headed out to the gym for my second session of the week and my next personal assessment. Met up with Liz and have set my new goals and then she decided to tweak my training plans. This is a one month "get back into it" programme which is MUCH harder than what I used to do and then it's going to get even harder in a month. Self inflicted injury I hear you say? YUP! It's going to hurt for a while but then it will get easier I am sure (at least I hope!)
Rest of the evening spent playing Assassin's Creed and Brutal Legend again.
We had a quick mooch around Chelmer Village before going to meet our solicitor at the County Court. We were there to finally sign off Sam's compensation for the accident way back in November 2008 (this had to be done in court as he is under 18). It was a satisfactory result and Sam was happy.
After court we popped into James Bryan Opticians to say hi to everyone and for me to make an appointment for an eye test. Was lovely to see Tracy, James and Lisa again. Something I have promised for 2010 is that I keep in better contact with friends so this was a good start. They are planning a curry night in Brick Lane soon and was very pleased that I have been invited along for that.
As we left The Meadows I snapped a few lovely pics of the snow clad area:
We then popped into Games Workshop and had a really long chat with the guys in there about all things 40K and Fantasy. Sam ended up walking away with a Skaven Screaming Bell and we also got a copy of the Fantasy Rulebook.
After a spot of lunch we then headed back in the snow to SWF where we sent the afternoon playing Assassin's Creed and Brutal Legend.
I then headed out to the gym for my second session of the week and my next personal assessment. Met up with Liz and have set my new goals and then she decided to tweak my training plans. This is a one month "get back into it" programme which is MUCH harder than what I used to do and then it's going to get even harder in a month. Self inflicted injury I hear you say? YUP! It's going to hurt for a while but then it will get easier I am sure (at least I hope!)
Rest of the evening spent playing Assassin's Creed and Brutal Legend again.
Tuesday, 5 January 2010
Done the gym, now the pain!
Not a lot of pain really! FEEL THE BURN!
Well despite trying to put it off I succumbed to my own spirit tonight and headed off to the gym for the first time in months. I got really lax at the end of last year so decided that this year I would resume training with a view to achieving some goals.
First thing I did was weighed myself when I arrived. Before I started going to the gym I weighed 221 pounds. After my training for the Vertical Rush I was down to 211 pounds which I was happy about. I was delighted to find that even though I hadn't back to the gym for month I was now only weighing 213 pounds, RESULT as far as I am concerned.
Did a good cardio workout on various machines and felt very invigorated afterwards. Have now booked myself in for a personal review tomorrow night to discuss where I am at and what my goals are for 2010.
Bumped into Mark Grimwood on the way back so had a quick chat before heading home. My calves were aching a bit by the time I got back.
Got home and Sam made a yummy spicy beef pasta dish and we settled down to watch the awesome return of Bret "The Hitman" Hart on WWE RAW.
Well despite trying to put it off I succumbed to my own spirit tonight and headed off to the gym for the first time in months. I got really lax at the end of last year so decided that this year I would resume training with a view to achieving some goals.
First thing I did was weighed myself when I arrived. Before I started going to the gym I weighed 221 pounds. After my training for the Vertical Rush I was down to 211 pounds which I was happy about. I was delighted to find that even though I hadn't back to the gym for month I was now only weighing 213 pounds, RESULT as far as I am concerned.
Did a good cardio workout on various machines and felt very invigorated afterwards. Have now booked myself in for a personal review tomorrow night to discuss where I am at and what my goals are for 2010.
Bumped into Mark Grimwood on the way back so had a quick chat before heading home. My calves were aching a bit by the time I got back.
Got home and Sam made a yummy spicy beef pasta dish and we settled down to watch the awesome return of Bret "The Hitman" Hart on WWE RAW.
Pain free. gym here I come
Was delighted to wake up this morning fully refreshed and pain free!
Thankfully I had a good sleep last night.
Now that I don't have any pains I think I will take myself off to the gym tonight and start getting back into the old exercise regime again!
Thankfully I had a good sleep last night.
Now that I don't have any pains I think I will take myself off to the gym tonight and start getting back into the old exercise regime again!
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Monday, 4 January 2010
Morning sky, back to work, scan date and pains
There was a lovely clear sky outside my house as I left for work this morning.
Here are a couple of pics:
Had a slow day at work, despite having been in last week it still felt horrible going back on a Monday. Got home and was delighted to find that my ultrasound scan has been booked for a week on Thursday (14th January) to check for gallstones and even better is the fact that I don't even have to leave SWF to have it done.
Sam made a lovely beef curry for dinner and we settled in for a massive catch up of WWE and TNA wrestling from the Xmas period in anticipation of the RAW v IMPACT TV war that is starting tonight. Hulk Hogan leading the way for TNA IMPACT and the might Bret "The Hitman" Hart stepping up for WWE RAW. REALLY looking forward to seeing both of these shows tomorrow.
Unfortunately I have started getting some niggly pains again so had to dose up on painkillers and have a nice hot bath before going to bed. Hopefully its just minor and won't turn into the agonising waves that I had over Xmas.
Here are a couple of pics:
Had a slow day at work, despite having been in last week it still felt horrible going back on a Monday. Got home and was delighted to find that my ultrasound scan has been booked for a week on Thursday (14th January) to check for gallstones and even better is the fact that I don't even have to leave SWF to have it done.
Sam made a lovely beef curry for dinner and we settled in for a massive catch up of WWE and TNA wrestling from the Xmas period in anticipation of the RAW v IMPACT TV war that is starting tonight. Hulk Hogan leading the way for TNA IMPACT and the might Bret "The Hitman" Hart stepping up for WWE RAW. REALLY looking forward to seeing both of these shows tomorrow.
Unfortunately I have started getting some niggly pains again so had to dose up on painkillers and have a nice hot bath before going to bed. Hopefully its just minor and won't turn into the agonising waves that I had over Xmas.
Sunday, 3 January 2010
Return of the Sam, hello Sophie and Scarlett
My little baby boy came back today. It's been a bit weird with him spending 4 days at Livvy's over Xmas and then going to his mum's almost immediately after that until today. Was lovely to see him again, there were times when I missed him LOL.
Sophie came in for a while so that we could see Scarlett before she headed back to Nottingham (and to pick up some of her stuff)
Sam and Scarlett:
Scarlett and I:
Toni and Scarlett:
Sophie and Scarlett:
After Sophie and Scarlett had left the rest of the day was spent relaxing. Late breakfast was accompanied by lots of Family Guy. Toni made a lovely beef roast dinner and we then watched the Capitals pull off an amazing 5 - 1 victory over the Nottingham Panthers.
Toni and Gemima had to head home after the webcast. I then realised that Celebrity Big Brother was on so just had to watch it!
Sophie came in for a while so that we could see Scarlett before she headed back to Nottingham (and to pick up some of her stuff)
Sam and Scarlett:
Scarlett and I:
Toni and Scarlett:
Sophie and Scarlett:
After Sophie and Scarlett had left the rest of the day was spent relaxing. Late breakfast was accompanied by lots of Family Guy. Toni made a lovely beef roast dinner and we then watched the Capitals pull off an amazing 5 - 1 victory over the Nottingham Panthers.
Toni and Gemima had to head home after the webcast. I then realised that Celebrity Big Brother was on so just had to watch it!
Saturday, 2 January 2010
Lego Star Wars, shopping and more chinese and raiding tombs
Spent the morning playing Lego Star Wars with Gemima whilst Toni took the Xmas tree and decorations down.
We then went to Charlton to do a little shopping, well I wanted to go to HMV to check out the sales! I ended up buying Assassin's Creed, Grand Theft Auto IV, Racedriver Grid and Lego Indiana Jones for the PS3.
Next stop was to Gail's to drop off Gemima as she was supposed to be staying for the weekend but she wasn't very well so we kept hold of Gemima and headed back to Toni's to have chinese before returning to SWF.
Got back to SWF and then ended up playing Tomb Raider Anniversary on the Xbox360 until way too late when we all headed to bed. I had forgotten how frustrating but addictive Tomb Raider is.
We then went to Charlton to do a little shopping, well I wanted to go to HMV to check out the sales! I ended up buying Assassin's Creed, Grand Theft Auto IV, Racedriver Grid and Lego Indiana Jones for the PS3.
Next stop was to Gail's to drop off Gemima as she was supposed to be staying for the weekend but she wasn't very well so we kept hold of Gemima and headed back to Toni's to have chinese before returning to SWF.
Got back to SWF and then ended up playing Tomb Raider Anniversary on the Xbox360 until way too late when we all headed to bed. I had forgotten how frustrating but addictive Tomb Raider is.
Friday, 1 January 2010
THE New Year Bash
On New Year's Eve Toni and I went to see Dan and Laura in Southend for THE New Year Bash. Not that we ever need one but we used it as an excuse to dress up as it was a PARTY!
Toni:
Glitzy:
Laura and Dan had some lovely food at the party but the best bit was the fact that Laura had made us pink glittery gluten free cup cakes!
Rich and Ross:
Glitzy, Toni & Katleen:
Laura & Heather:
Katleen & Dooze:
Terry & Sarah:
It was an awesome party and we drank WAY too much and finally all crashed out at about 3am after much hilarity, some nerf dart wars and indoor table terrorism with some indoor table bombs!
We then got up at about 11:30 but did absolutely feck all. Left Dan and Laura's at about 16:00 after watching Benny & Joon and eating chips and cheese.
Just HAD to take this picture as we left!
Travelled back to Eltham to pick up Gemima from Leanne's and then went to Toni's to have chinese and an early night.
Toni:
Glitzy:
Laura and Dan had some lovely food at the party but the best bit was the fact that Laura had made us pink glittery gluten free cup cakes!
Rich and Ross:
Glitzy, Toni & Katleen:
Laura & Heather:
Katleen & Dooze:
Terry & Sarah:
It was an awesome party and we drank WAY too much and finally all crashed out at about 3am after much hilarity, some nerf dart wars and indoor table terrorism with some indoor table bombs!
We then got up at about 11:30 but did absolutely feck all. Left Dan and Laura's at about 16:00 after watching Benny & Joon and eating chips and cheese.
Just HAD to take this picture as we left!
Travelled back to Eltham to pick up Gemima from Leanne's and then went to Toni's to have chinese and an early night.
HAPPY NEW YEAR! Four years of Splinters In Time
HAPPY NEW YEAR to all my friends, family and readers. Hope 2010 is a fantastic year for you all and is full of joy and happiness.
WOW, it's been four years since I started writing the wee beast that is Splinters In Time only it's not really wee anymore, its more of a large sprawling monster that shows no sign of letting up.
Splinters In Time has always been there for me to document things, a sort of online diary if you will, it never even occurred to me (or bothered me for that matter) that other people would read it.
There have been ups and downs, tears and laughter, frustrations, bundles of fun and happiness across my journey so far.
Over the years I have picked up some "fans", if I dare call them that. It is really strange to think that every day I get around 30 people checking out my inane waffle! Thank you to every one of you who reads Splinters In Time.
Once again a HAPPY NEW YEAR to all of you and I hope your dreams come true!
WOW, it's been four years since I started writing the wee beast that is Splinters In Time only it's not really wee anymore, its more of a large sprawling monster that shows no sign of letting up.
Splinters In Time has always been there for me to document things, a sort of online diary if you will, it never even occurred to me (or bothered me for that matter) that other people would read it.
There have been ups and downs, tears and laughter, frustrations, bundles of fun and happiness across my journey so far.
Over the years I have picked up some "fans", if I dare call them that. It is really strange to think that every day I get around 30 people checking out my inane waffle! Thank you to every one of you who reads Splinters In Time.
Once again a HAPPY NEW YEAR to all of you and I hope your dreams come true!
Thursday, 31 December 2009
2009 - and that's a wrap
Goodbye 2009, you have flown by at a rate of knots!
There have been ups and downs, masses of great fun, lots of friends (and new friends). Sophie had Scarlett and I became a Grandad Glitz, Sam finished school, did well in his exams and is now doing really well at his catering college. Gigs, gigs and more gigs plus a great relationship with Toni.
Tonight we're going to party like it's 1999, or at least 2009, at THE New Year Bash in Southend and I intend to be dressed to the nines and VERY drunk! Have a great time tonight everybody and see you next year!
There have been ups and downs, masses of great fun, lots of friends (and new friends). Sophie had Scarlett and I became a Grandad Glitz, Sam finished school, did well in his exams and is now doing really well at his catering college. Gigs, gigs and more gigs plus a great relationship with Toni.
Tonight we're going to party like it's 1999, or at least 2009, at THE New Year Bash in Southend and I intend to be dressed to the nines and VERY drunk! Have a great time tonight everybody and see you next year!
Wednesday, 30 December 2009
Avatar 3D
Went to see Avatar in 3D tonight in Bas Vegas. Had a yummy Nandos dinner before picking up our 3D glasses and taking our seats.
The 3D adverts were AMAZING!
And so came the much talked about Avatar itself. The film wasn't bad at all. Some of the 3D effects were brilliant and I don't think I could have actually watched the film in 2D.
The film was good, visual effects were stunning although the plot was a little thin and some of the fast action sequences didn't work too well in 3D. Perhaps it was a little over ambitious. It didn't feel like it was 2.5 hours which is good as there's nothing worse than wondering when a film will end.
It was a shame that it didn't take much to work out that they were going to go with the whole Gaian Hypothesis by the end of it. It didn't disappoint though, they did!
Definitely worth seeing but make sure you see the 3D rather than 2D version.
The 3D adverts were AMAZING!
And so came the much talked about Avatar itself. The film wasn't bad at all. Some of the 3D effects were brilliant and I don't think I could have actually watched the film in 2D.
The film was good, visual effects were stunning although the plot was a little thin and some of the fast action sequences didn't work too well in 3D. Perhaps it was a little over ambitious. It didn't feel like it was 2.5 hours which is good as there's nothing worse than wondering when a film will end.
It was a shame that it didn't take much to work out that they were going to go with the whole Gaian Hypothesis by the end of it. It didn't disappoint though, they did!
Definitely worth seeing but make sure you see the 3D rather than 2D version.
My ailments and pains update
Went to see the GP at 07:30 this morning as I had a couple of stomach flare ups again over Xmas.
Toni and I paid close attention to what I was eating over the Xmas period and tried our best to analyse the locality of my pains and were of the opinion that my problems are not wind or IBS related but are probably caused by gall stones. The pains that I was getting lasted for 1-3 hours and the location and symptoms matched those of gall stones.
We relayed this information to the GP who has now referred me for an ultrasound scan to investigate further. Not there yet but at least I feel like we could be on the right track. Just have to hope that it doesn't flare up too much between now and the scan as painkillers hardly touch it and I really don't want to be going through the agony that I experienced at one point over Xmas again.
Fingers crossed that there is light at the end of the tunnel and it will all be over with quickly.
Toni and I paid close attention to what I was eating over the Xmas period and tried our best to analyse the locality of my pains and were of the opinion that my problems are not wind or IBS related but are probably caused by gall stones. The pains that I was getting lasted for 1-3 hours and the location and symptoms matched those of gall stones.
We relayed this information to the GP who has now referred me for an ultrasound scan to investigate further. Not there yet but at least I feel like we could be on the right track. Just have to hope that it doesn't flare up too much between now and the scan as painkillers hardly touch it and I really don't want to be going through the agony that I experienced at one point over Xmas again.
Fingers crossed that there is light at the end of the tunnel and it will all be over with quickly.
Tuesday, 29 December 2009
Back to work and Brutal Legend
Back to work today. Thankfully it was all pretty quiet. As its the weird working period between Xmas and New Year the sandwich lady doesn't deliver so today I was very naughty and had a McDonalds!
After work I went home and watch the Capitals grab a much need 4 - 2 victory over the Newcastle Vipers whilst having a lovely fish salad and baked potato.
Finished the evening off playing the awesome BRUTAL LEGEND game. It is amazingly cheesy and has Spinal Tap style metal cliches but was GREAT fun to play.
After work I went home and watch the Capitals grab a much need 4 - 2 victory over the Newcastle Vipers whilst having a lovely fish salad and baked potato.
Finished the evening off playing the awesome BRUTAL LEGEND game. It is amazingly cheesy and has Spinal Tap style metal cliches but was GREAT fun to play.
RIP Jimmy “The Rev” Sullivan
Sad to hear the news today that Jimmy “The Rev” Sullivan, the drummer from Avenged Sevenfold has died. Apparently it was natural causes but he was only 28 FFS! So tragic that another life has gone :o(
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