Turns out to have been a busy few days for the SDN.
Inter-mixed with a few rants at the rudeness and impoliteness of generic Southerners, and they're inability to say thank you or smile in acknowledgement to any kind gesture, SDN has been working and playing hard.
Work, as always, has been the usual mix of mass panic to complete work, and general boredom while waiting for the next panic moment to arrive.
Playing, has been good fun. Last weekend saw SDN and Lager Top head back north to celebrate the 60th birthday of SDNs father, Pint of Ale. The celebration took the form of a fantastic meal at a hotel, with 30+ friends and family joining Pint Of Ale to celebrate his approach to retirement. SDN even managed a little toast. Seemed to go down well... All that rehearsing proved worth while!? Good practice for the wedding if nothing else.
Speaking of weddings, SDN and Lager Top took receipt of the Rings which will seal their union next year. Can't help but think think that organizing a wedding is far easier than people make out! The sexist in me leans towards 'emotional' women being the number 1 cause of wedding organizing stress!?
The post wedding honeymoon is proving to be a bit of a challenge. They say 'the world is your oyster'. Well in this case, they're right... We've too many places we'd like to visit but not enough time (or money!).
A house warming awaits on Saturday, swiftly followed by an opportunity to win a good chunk of cash from SDNs friends, as we embark on another 12 hour poker game. The last resulted in a loss for SDN. I'm determined to make a mends this time!
Lager Top is already fretting about Christmas... In fairness we've only 4 weekends until Christmas day, and all our weekends are booked, so I can understand some of the panic... But I know that the Internet will come to the rescue! Just need to pick what to buy and let Mr Amazon et al do the rest!
Best get ordering!
Wednesday, 24 November 2010
Friday, 12 November 2010
Satisying sounds
SDN found himself in thoughtful conversation with Lager Top this week. The topic of conversation? Exactly what is a satisfying sound?
We concluded that we couldn't settle on a definitive definition, but could agree on 2 perfect examples.
The first, it seems, is the all inspiring playful slap on the arse. It seems this is equally appealing to both men and women. Now for clarity, this isn't the sought of slap that brings pain or harm to the 'slapee', rather a gentle, yet well connecting (and most likely, patronising) slap.
The second, we determined, is the 'click' you hear when the very last bit of a 'zip' bag has been sealed... You know the ones... You press the two sides of the bag together and they clip together. The satisfying sound comes right at the end of the sealing process, as the last part of the bag snaps together... Sealing in the freshness!
Sadly those were the only 2 we could think of. We did have a good chat about the possibility that popping bubble wrap was also a satisfying sound... But we decided it was the actual popping that was the satisfying part, not the sound.
So as you can see, it's been another exciting week at Shandy HQ!
We concluded that we couldn't settle on a definitive definition, but could agree on 2 perfect examples.
The first, it seems, is the all inspiring playful slap on the arse. It seems this is equally appealing to both men and women. Now for clarity, this isn't the sought of slap that brings pain or harm to the 'slapee', rather a gentle, yet well connecting (and most likely, patronising) slap.
The second, we determined, is the 'click' you hear when the very last bit of a 'zip' bag has been sealed... You know the ones... You press the two sides of the bag together and they clip together. The satisfying sound comes right at the end of the sealing process, as the last part of the bag snaps together... Sealing in the freshness!
Sadly those were the only 2 we could think of. We did have a good chat about the possibility that popping bubble wrap was also a satisfying sound... But we decided it was the actual popping that was the satisfying part, not the sound.
So as you can see, it's been another exciting week at Shandy HQ!
Friday, 5 November 2010
Puzzlements
SDN finds himself some-what confused.
A number of questions have popped into my head this week, some as the result of things irritating me, others as the result my bizarre mind going crazy.
Before I come to the questions though... I promised a report on Lee Mack earlier in the week. He was well worth the wait. Portsmouth Guildhall is a bit of a strange place - nice enough, but dated. The show was really good. My fear that it was going to be a load of jokes already seen on tele was quashed quite quickly, and he proved to be really funny. Thoroughly recommended!
The rest of the week has been pretty mundane. Work hasn't really been a huge challenge this week, though an interesting opportunity to work with some 'big-wigs' could be about to present itself! Nice to be considered!
Now as for the questions -
Firstly - why is it then when girls are being measured for 'custom' dresses, they need to provide 'nipple-to-nipple' measurements!? I discovered this 'requirement' when Lager Top was searching for a dressmaker for her bridesmaids dresses. I'm some what puzzled by this measurement - nipples tend to be attached to boobs, which pretty much tend to be in the same place on most women?! So why the need for the measurement? Do women have secret 'clips' installed inside there dresses which hook on to their nipples to keep the dress in place? I doubt it, but it's my current working theory!
Secondly, I'm getting grumpy with ad men. There's a Toilet Duck advert which states "cut out the cage and you cut out the germs" - great - wonderful - what a brilliant invention! Except. I don't tend to handle, lick or generally do anything with the toilet bowl... so it doesn't really matter what germs are in the bowl or the 'cage' does it?!
I'm also annoyed at the stupid Hand Soap Dispenser which is being advertised with "Germs can build up on the soap pump, so here's an automatic dispenser"... Now normally, when I put soap on my hands, I then wash my hands with the soap. So by default, it really doesn't matter what germs are on the soap pump does it!? I'm not going to put it in my mouth, or rub my hand all over the top of it, and then walk away without using it am!? Grrr - I hate scare-mongering advertising.
Thirdly, I find myself frustrated with the company who I have to give £100 to every 6 months. These people own the land Shandy HQ is built on, so I have to pay them for the privilege. Standard practice I think. But SDN is frustrated as the result of 2 "Final Reminder" letters on the same day. This despite not receiving the original request. SDN is also frustrated that having written 5 letters to the company in question, they still haven't corrected the spelling of my name. Finally, I find my patience running out with these people, because they refuse to implement the ability to 'pay online' - instead, I have to write a cheque and post it. I only have a cheque book now for these people. Every other person has woken up to the 21st Century and makes use of 'technology' - so why the hell can't these fools!?
I suspect further rants may follow.
The weekend may prove to be relaxing. Grand Prix and Football on Saturday, with further Grand Prix on Sunday. SDN may also find himself with rested ears on Saturday. Lager Top is taking herself to London to meet up with one of the aforementioned Bridesmaids.
Lets see what the coming days bring!
A number of questions have popped into my head this week, some as the result of things irritating me, others as the result my bizarre mind going crazy.
Before I come to the questions though... I promised a report on Lee Mack earlier in the week. He was well worth the wait. Portsmouth Guildhall is a bit of a strange place - nice enough, but dated. The show was really good. My fear that it was going to be a load of jokes already seen on tele was quashed quite quickly, and he proved to be really funny. Thoroughly recommended!
The rest of the week has been pretty mundane. Work hasn't really been a huge challenge this week, though an interesting opportunity to work with some 'big-wigs' could be about to present itself! Nice to be considered!
Now as for the questions -
Firstly - why is it then when girls are being measured for 'custom' dresses, they need to provide 'nipple-to-nipple' measurements!? I discovered this 'requirement' when Lager Top was searching for a dressmaker for her bridesmaids dresses. I'm some what puzzled by this measurement - nipples tend to be attached to boobs, which pretty much tend to be in the same place on most women?! So why the need for the measurement? Do women have secret 'clips' installed inside there dresses which hook on to their nipples to keep the dress in place? I doubt it, but it's my current working theory!
Secondly, I'm getting grumpy with ad men. There's a Toilet Duck advert which states "cut out the cage and you cut out the germs" - great - wonderful - what a brilliant invention! Except. I don't tend to handle, lick or generally do anything with the toilet bowl... so it doesn't really matter what germs are in the bowl or the 'cage' does it?!
I'm also annoyed at the stupid Hand Soap Dispenser which is being advertised with "Germs can build up on the soap pump, so here's an automatic dispenser"... Now normally, when I put soap on my hands, I then wash my hands with the soap. So by default, it really doesn't matter what germs are on the soap pump does it!? I'm not going to put it in my mouth, or rub my hand all over the top of it, and then walk away without using it am!? Grrr - I hate scare-mongering advertising.
Thirdly, I find myself frustrated with the company who I have to give £100 to every 6 months. These people own the land Shandy HQ is built on, so I have to pay them for the privilege. Standard practice I think. But SDN is frustrated as the result of 2 "Final Reminder" letters on the same day. This despite not receiving the original request. SDN is also frustrated that having written 5 letters to the company in question, they still haven't corrected the spelling of my name. Finally, I find my patience running out with these people, because they refuse to implement the ability to 'pay online' - instead, I have to write a cheque and post it. I only have a cheque book now for these people. Every other person has woken up to the 21st Century and makes use of 'technology' - so why the hell can't these fools!?
I suspect further rants may follow.
The weekend may prove to be relaxing. Grand Prix and Football on Saturday, with further Grand Prix on Sunday. SDN may also find himself with rested ears on Saturday. Lager Top is taking herself to London to meet up with one of the aforementioned Bridesmaids.
Lets see what the coming days bring!
Monday, 1 November 2010
First of many!?
Some what late to the party, I figure giving this whole 'blogging' thing a go might be quite interesting!
So I start with my first. I can't say this is going to be a daily update, but I certainly hope I'll be doing regular posts!
We start with the weekend activities. The Shandy Drinking Northerner (or SDN as I think I'll type from now on!) made his way back North for the weekend. It was a United home game - which as usual had been 'Sky-jacked' and moved to a 17:30 kick off. Of course the game was pretty standard- we won - though there was some controversy which is always good for a laugh.
The rest of the weekend was spent catching up with family and friends. Alarmed to find that my old 'local' was having a Halloween night, and were charging a Fiver to get in! A Fiver?! Seriously!? There can't have been more than 10 people in there!! Needless to say we didn't pay. Instead went off to another old favourite for a couple of shift Lagers and planning of possible Stag Night outings. Might have done a couple of double-takes as we drove back past the 'Halloween local'; far too many 16-19 year old's in short costumes to simply ignore without second glance! I swear middle age-dom is creeping up far too early.
A Sunday drive back down south is always monotonous - this weekend was no different. Almost ran over a couple of teen Halloweeners who were blocking my car parking space on arrival back at Shandy HQ. I hate Halloween - I don't get it... why do you have to give sweets to kids who'll most likely slash your tyres or egg your house if you don't!? I don't mind some American traditions, but this is one I just can't get my head around! Besides - if Lager Top (my Finance!) won't let me have stocks of sweets and chocolate, why the hell should I buy a load to give away to kids I don't know, like or care about!? What was I saying before about middle age-dom!?
Anyway, the week starts afresh today - another working week intermixed with trips to the Gym and a trip to the theatre on Tuesday to see Lee Mack. Lager Top bought me tickets earlier in the year, and we've been looking forward to it for a while. Will no doubt post a review as and when!
So I start with my first. I can't say this is going to be a daily update, but I certainly hope I'll be doing regular posts!
We start with the weekend activities. The Shandy Drinking Northerner (or SDN as I think I'll type from now on!) made his way back North for the weekend. It was a United home game - which as usual had been 'Sky-jacked' and moved to a 17:30 kick off. Of course the game was pretty standard- we won - though there was some controversy which is always good for a laugh.
The rest of the weekend was spent catching up with family and friends. Alarmed to find that my old 'local' was having a Halloween night, and were charging a Fiver to get in! A Fiver?! Seriously!? There can't have been more than 10 people in there!! Needless to say we didn't pay. Instead went off to another old favourite for a couple of shift Lagers and planning of possible Stag Night outings. Might have done a couple of double-takes as we drove back past the 'Halloween local'; far too many 16-19 year old's in short costumes to simply ignore without second glance! I swear middle age-dom is creeping up far too early.
A Sunday drive back down south is always monotonous - this weekend was no different. Almost ran over a couple of teen Halloweeners who were blocking my car parking space on arrival back at Shandy HQ. I hate Halloween - I don't get it... why do you have to give sweets to kids who'll most likely slash your tyres or egg your house if you don't!? I don't mind some American traditions, but this is one I just can't get my head around! Besides - if Lager Top (my Finance!) won't let me have stocks of sweets and chocolate, why the hell should I buy a load to give away to kids I don't know, like or care about!? What was I saying before about middle age-dom!?
Anyway, the week starts afresh today - another working week intermixed with trips to the Gym and a trip to the theatre on Tuesday to see Lee Mack. Lager Top bought me tickets earlier in the year, and we've been looking forward to it for a while. Will no doubt post a review as and when!
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