Vagueness and the Aftermath - A sporadic diary

[kinboshi]

My day is beginning to become less and less productive as I keep finding more of these:

http://www.theatlantic.com/infocus/2011/12/fukushima-inside-the-exclusion-zone/100202/

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I should have been out the door 15 min ago..

[kinboshi]

Day officially ended:

http://www.timetree.org/book.php

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Day officially ended:

http://www.timetree.org/book.php

Oh Shit.

Boshi. Behave!

I promise to do these justice when I come home.

[kinboshi]

If you need to go out, don't click on this link:

http://bengoldacre.posterous.com/your-sunday-evening-viewing-the-atomic-cafe

[Karabiner]

Have said it a few times over the years to the likes of yourself/Tighty and TK, give me dates and I'll act as your personal tour guide. So many things in Edinburgh that the average tourist actually misses.

And Ralph would be spoilt for choice should he wish a round of proper links golf.

Geo

Do you play a bit of golf Geo?

[Redsgirl]

Tony might be a tosser, but if your readers can elevate themselves, we are discussing racehorse breeding, & trainers, next door, not all this science friction mumbo-jumbo. Oh, & Pandas. Jolly exciting it is, too.

Forgot to ask - how is Kizzy Wizzy?

Kizzy is sleeping on my foot, which is also sleeping.

I might visit Auld Reekie one of these days too. There's actually so much more to it than a couple of 'New- kid in town' pandas. (For the cultured observer that is).

So that'll be the auld reekies' outing to Auld Reekie.

I've been checking it out Ralph. It's either a 5 hour drive or £110 on the train. Driving makes more sense because then I have the van to sleep in, plus I can take the scenic East coast road, (South Shields, Hartlepool, Sunderland) it's the UK equivalent to California highway 1.

The trouble is, it gets late too early at this time of year, there would be no time to see anything. I might wait until early summer and take Mrs Red along as my fonfon ru.

The train journey from Newcastle onwards is one of the joys of the rail network - it follows the coast and includes views of Lindisfarne and some beautiiful beaches. Plus wonderful views Alnmouth and of Berwick as you cross the rivers Aln and Tweed.

You'll find parking in Edinburgh horribly expensive and if I might be so bold, I'd suggest that maybe you compromise and drive to Alnmouth and get the train from there.
If you take the A19 route up the East Coast you'll get the beauty of the Cleveland hills followed by the errmmm spectacular views of Teesside's petro-chemical works - you could divert yourself over the 100 yrs old Transporter Bridge, stop off at the RSPB site just north of the Tees at Saltholme for tea and toast and a look at the birds before travelling onwards through the newly opened Second Tyne Tunnel.

Alnwick has it's Castle and Gardens and then on to Alnmouth to catch the train from a tiny rural station...

as for Edinburgh itself... a day is never enough. Not if you want to see the Zoo, the Castle, Arthur's Seat, the riverside, the Old Town, Mary King's Close, Camera Obscura and there's so much more besides.

Oooh! The Transporter bridge! The scariest bridge ever!
Driving through Middlesbrough a few years ago, hubby points into the distance and says "see that bridge over there? were going over that" and Im like "Thats nice dear..." and we continue on our journey, me slightly puzzled by the little smile on his face.
Then as we approach the bridge, Im there staring upwards, saying "Ooh look kids, isn't it tall" only looking forward when the car comes to an unexpected halt.
Cue me.
"Wheres the bridge?" "Why isnt there a bridge?" "OH MY GOD THE BRIDGE HAS COLLAPSED"
 Harry is still smiling. A man in a hi vis is closing a barrier in front, (to stop us from plunging to our certain deaths in this terrible disaster im certain) "Quick reverse!" I cry, slightly hysterical, THEN
the bit of "road" we are on starts to move.
That does it. Full blown panic attack. "LEMMEE OUUTTTT! I DONT WANT TO DIE!!!!!!!!!!!"
Im screaming, Ive set the kids off crying and Harry isn't smiling anymore.
The people in the cars arounds us are though and pointing, even the man in the hi vis.
We drive the long way round these days.

[Geo the Sarge]

Have said it a few times over the years to the likes of yourself/Tighty and TK, give me dates and I'll act as your personal tour guide. So many things in Edinburgh that the average tourist actually misses.

And Ralph would be spoilt for choice should he wish a round of proper links golf.

Geo

Do you play a bit of golf Geo?

Not as much as I would like Ralph. Used to play 4/5 times a week but lucky if I get 4 games in a year.

Geo

[typhoon13]

Tony might be a tosser, but if your readers can elevate themselves, we are discussing racehorse breeding, & trainers, next door, not all this science friction mumbo-jumbo. Oh, & Pandas. Jolly exciting it is, too.

Forgot to ask - how is Kizzy Wizzy?

Kizzy is sleeping on my foot, which is also sleeping.

I might visit Auld Reekie one of these days too. There's actually so much more to it than a couple of 'New- kid in town' pandas. (For the cultured observer that is).

So that'll be the auld reekies' outing to Auld Reekie.

I've been checking it out Ralph. It's either a 5 hour drive or £110 on the train. Driving makes more sense because then I have the van to sleep in, plus I can take the scenic East coast road, (South Shields, Hartlepool, Sunderland) it's the UK equivalent to California highway 1.

The trouble is, it gets late too early at this time of year, there would be no time to see anything. I might wait until early summer and take Mrs Red along as my fonfon ru.

The train journey from Newcastle onwards is one of the joys of the rail network - it follows the coast and includes views of Lindisfarne and some beautiiful beaches. Plus wonderful views Alnmouth and of Berwick as you cross the rivers Aln and Tweed.

You'll find parking in Edinburgh horribly expensive and if I might be so bold, I'd suggest that maybe you compromise and drive to Alnmouth and get the train from there.
If you take the A19 route up the East Coast you'll get the beauty of the Cleveland hills followed by the errmmm spectacular views of Teesside's petro-chemical works - you could divert yourself over the 100 yrs old Transporter Bridge, stop off at the RSPB site just north of the Tees at Saltholme for tea and toast and a look at the birds before travelling onwards through the newly opened Second Tyne Tunnel.

Alnwick has it's Castle and Gardens and then on to Alnmouth to catch the train from a tiny rural station...

as for Edinburgh itself... a day is never enough. Not if you want to see the Zoo, the Castle, Arthur's Seat, the riverside, the Old Town, Mary King's Close, Camera Obscura and there's so much more besides.

Oooh! The Transporter bridge! The scariest bridge ever!
Driving through Middlesbrough a few years ago, hubby points into the distance and says "see that bridge over there? were going over that" and Im like "Thats nice dear..." and we continue on our journey, me slightly puzzled by the little smile on his face.
Then as we approach the bridge, Im there staring upwards, saying "Ooh look kids, isn't it tall" only looking forward when the car comes to an unexpected halt.
Cue me.
"Wheres the bridge?" "Why isnt there a bridge?" "OH MY GOD THE BRIDGE HAS COLLAPSED"
 Harry is still smiling. A man in a hi vis is closing a barrier in front, (to stop us from plunging to our certain deaths in this terrible disaster im certain) "Quick reverse!" I cry, slightly hysterical, THEN
the bit of "road" we are on starts to move.
That does it. Full blown panic attack. "LEMMEE OUUTTTT! I DONT WANT TO DIE!!!!!!!!!!!"
Im screaming, Ive set the kids off crying and Harry isn't smiling anymore.
The people in the cars arounds us are though and pointing, even the man in the hi vis.
We drive the long way round these days.

Redsgirl

Have you been to ''Croy Brae'' (Electric Brae) near Turnberry?

Your experience reminded me of it.

[Laxie]

Any chance you could tell your Dad he's late for the sheep reveal?  Cheers!  x

[Redsgirl]

Tony might be a tosser, but if your readers can elevate themselves, we are discussing racehorse breeding, & trainers, next door, not all this science friction mumbo-jumbo. Oh, & Pandas. Jolly exciting it is, too.

Forgot to ask - how is Kizzy Wizzy?

Kizzy is sleeping on my foot, which is also sleeping.

I might visit Auld Reekie one of these days too. There's actually so much more to it than a couple of 'New- kid in town' pandas. (For the cultured observer that is).

So that'll be the auld reekies' outing to Auld Reekie.

I've been checking it out Ralph. It's either a 5 hour drive or £110 on the train. Driving makes more sense because then I have the van to sleep in, plus I can take the scenic East coast road, (South Shields, Hartlepool, Sunderland) it's the UK equivalent to California highway 1.

The trouble is, it gets late too early at this time of year, there would be no time to see anything. I might wait until early summer and take Mrs Red along as my fonfon ru.

The train journey from Newcastle onwards is one of the joys of the rail network - it follows the coast and includes views of Lindisfarne and some beautiiful beaches. Plus wonderful views Alnmouth and of Berwick as you cross the rivers Aln and Tweed.

You'll find parking in Edinburgh horribly expensive and if I might be so bold, I'd suggest that maybe you compromise and drive to Alnmouth and get the train from there.
If you take the A19 route up the East Coast you'll get the beauty of the Cleveland hills followed by the errmmm spectacular views of Teesside's petro-chemical works - you could divert yourself over the 100 yrs old Transporter Bridge, stop off at the RSPB site just north of the Tees at Saltholme for tea and toast and a look at the birds before travelling onwards through the newly opened Second Tyne Tunnel.

Alnwick has it's Castle and Gardens and then on to Alnmouth to catch the train from a tiny rural station...

as for Edinburgh itself... a day is never enough. Not if you want to see the Zoo, the Castle, Arthur's Seat, the riverside, the Old Town, Mary King's Close, Camera Obscura and there's so much more besides.

Oooh! The Transporter bridge! The scariest bridge ever!
Driving through Middlesbrough a few years ago, hubby points into the distance and says "see that bridge over there? were going over that" and Im like "Thats nice dear..." and we continue on our journey, me slightly puzzled by the little smile on his face.
Then as we approach the bridge, Im there staring upwards, saying "Ooh look kids, isn't it tall" only looking forward when the car comes to an unexpected halt.
Cue me.
"Wheres the bridge?" "Why isnt there a bridge?" "OH MY GOD THE BRIDGE HAS COLLAPSED"
 Harry is still smiling. A man in a hi vis is closing a barrier in front, (to stop us from plunging to our certain deaths in this terrible disaster im certain) "Quick reverse!" I cry, slightly hysterical, THEN
the bit of "road" we are on starts to move.
That does it. Full blown panic attack. "LEMMEE OUUTTTT! I DONT WANT TO DIE!!!!!!!!!!!"
Im screaming, Ive set the kids off crying and Harry isn't smiling anymore.
The people in the cars arounds us are though and pointing, even the man in the hi vis.
We drive the long way round these days.

Redsgirl

Have you been to ''Croy Brae'' (Electric Brae) near Turnberry?

Your experience reminded me of it.

I had'nt heard of this place Typhoon, so I googled it and funnily enough I have been to a similar
spot that we called "gravity hill" in the hills overlooking the horse fair at Appleby in Westmorland
I wonder if there are any more anywhere?

[Redsgirl]

Any chance you could tell your Dad he's late for the sheep reveal?  Cheers!  x

Sorry babes, he's out, but I know as soon as he gets back he'll get on to it x

[Laxie]

Any chance you could tell your Dad he's late for the sheep reveal?  Cheers!  x

Sorry babes, he's out, but I know as soon as he gets back he'll get on to it x

Sigh.  Ah well, was worth a shot.  He's in big trouble though.  The sheep quiz is an international matter around here.  Loads of foreigners involved and stuff.  Old people too.  Could get messy later.  Just sayin'....

[mondatoo]

Have you read Gypsy Boy on the run by Micky Walsh, a follow up to Gypsy boy but a different book I take it ?

[outragous76]

Tom

Have you ever integrated a puppy into a home with an older (10 y o ) dog (well bitch)? Is this a good thing to do or is it very much dog dependant?

The older dog is a Patterdale Terrier (female), amazing temperament, but can get very protective over things like food. She is never smacked (as she was beaten prior to us getting her as a rescue pup, so this it isnt effective, and she responds well to a good telling off anyway).

Puppy, not decided other than it would be an intelligent dog

THoughts?