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August 31, 2004
Misheard Lyrics
This is really good "The Archive of Misheard Lyrics." How many times have you heard Purple Haze by Jimi Hendrix and heard him sing the lyric "'Scuse me, while I kiss the sky" only to think he said "'Scuse me, while I kiss this guy"? Well I for do everytime I hear it. I actually sing it out loud now i've been doing it for so long. O.k not all of them are as good as that famous line but there are some crackers. What about The Rolling Stones song, Honky Tonk Woman! The real line is "I met a gin-soaked barroom queen in Memphis" and the misheard one is "I met a Jensa Foreign Queen in Memphis". Hmmmmm?Posted by Markiss at 4:18 PM | Comments (0)
Not as good as I thought
Well unfortunately the weekend wasn't as good as I first thought. Saturday at Gary's was xlnt. Everyone had a good time there but towards the end g/f and I fell out. That was it for the rest of the weekend basically. Won't go into reasons but it was bad. So Sunday wasn't spent down the Tipsy in the end. Mind you sounds just as well, it seems it was a bit too busy for my liking anyway! Monday turned out o.k in the end. Just took all the furniture out of the lounge ready for the carpet cleaner to come today. It took a couple of hours but I have just been home and seen the carpet and it was worth it. It looks brand spanking new and for just £52. To think we were going to buy a new one! Tonight g/f and I are going out for a meal to sort a few things out, we will have to see what the outcome is. Fingers crossed!Posted by Markiss at 3:56 PM | Comments (0)
August 27, 2004
Gazzas 40th
I have got a really mad weekend coming up. Can't wait for it. On Saturday is Gazza's 40th birthday. He is having a B.B.Q and there should be about 80 people there. Will be a good laugh. Fingers crossed, the weather will hold out. I just know I will still be there at 6 in the morning! Always happens when I go round to his place. Then Sunday, there are some rock bands playing up at the Tipsy Toad. There is an outdoor stage set up there. I think there is 7 bands in total but wont know 'till the day. So another excuse to go drinking all day! The best thing about this weekend is, of course, we have a bank holiday on Monday. Aaaaaaahhhhhhhhh Haaaaaaaaaaa :-) Wonder what I will do then? Nothing planned as yet but i'm sure I will think of something. Have a good weekend people.Posted by Markiss at 6:10 PM | Comments (0)
Bear Kiss
Just had to put this up being such a massive Kiss fan, as I am.
Have been searching Google images for Kiss photo's so I can design some album covers and came across this little beauty.
Now I doubt many of you, who read my blog, ever search for Kiss photo's but I tell you something. You sure don't get bored with some of the stuff that comes up :-)
I'm sure you can imagine!
Posted by Markiss at 5:08 PM | Comments (1)
August 26, 2004
Busy again
Have been far to busy to post today. Client's wanting things sooner rather than on time! Why do they do that? Don't they realise we have other client's too? Anyway, did manage to download an album from a mates site today. So that was one good thing I suppose. Will have to do the album cover art tonight when I finally get back in. Unfortunately I am going out on site now to take some more levels. (No, not going to try and sus out it's under neighbour) Just going to do the job in hand! And see if these 3 houses I have designed, fit on the site! Sssssh, hmmmm! I know they do really but noithing like checking twice.Posted by Markiss at 5:15 PM | Comments (0)
August 25, 2004
Fiji Islands
You're right Jonathan. I think I have pin pointed it now. My next door (under) Neighbour is in the Pacific Ocean. (Duh!) and it is right next to Fiji. Now that's a good excuse to go on a holiday there. Popping out to meet the neighbours love :-) I will be a couple of weeks.Posted by Markiss at 5:04 PM | Comments (0)
How sad am I?
Now if I am working this out right, I should be able to do this properly.
My Coordinates are :
Lat: 49 12 00 N degrees minutes & Long: 002 12 00 W degrees minutes.
So I think I should be looking for:
Lat: 49 12 00 S degrees minutes & Long: 002 12 00 E degrees minutes.
Does that make any sense to anyone? Tell me if I am wrong please.......
Right then, according to my calculations my next door (under) Neighbour is:
Errrrrrmmmmmm?
Hang on a minute!
Hmmmmmmmmm?
Right there in the bleedin' Atlantic Ocean! About 400 miles south of Africa. So there! And since no-one owns the sea, surley I own all the way through to the otherside of the world then :-) Big place mine!
I have a headache now, so back to work.
Posted by Markiss at 2:14 PM | Comments (0)
August 24, 2004
Levels to the Core
One thing has been bugging me today. Am doing some work on some levels of a site at the moment and just wondered : If a person owns a piece of land do they own it all the way down to the core of the earth? I mean, how far am I allowed to dig? Do I really own all that land? Hmmmmmmm?Posted by Markiss at 3:44 PM | Comments (0)
August 23, 2004
O P E N W A T E R
I just can't wait for Open Water to be released. This film looks as though it is going to be a right cracker. Can you imagine being out in the open water for days? One of my worst nightmares is to be stranded out in the sea at night. Oh and one more thing, the official website has a great background sound. I have had it playing most of the afternoon :-) Sad huh? I just love thunder though. Wonder how I can save the sound file from the site?Anyway, a bit about the movie for you :
Based on true events, OPEN WATER follows an American couple, Daniel and Susan, (Daniel Travis and Blanchard Ryan) on an island holiday. Upon arrival at their hotel, we learn that Daniel and Susan's relationship is under strain from their workaholic lifestyles, and they need a vacation even more than they realized.
The next morning, the loving and rested couple, certified scuba divers, board a local dive boat for an underwater tour of the reef. The boat is crowded with other vacationers, and due to a series of innocent miscommunications and a distracted crew, the couple is, after only 40 minutes or so underwater, accidentally left behind.
What follows is the story of their ordeal: cold, alone and miles from land, the couple is adrift in shark-infested waters. While shining a light on how we often take our comfortable lives and our relationships for granted, OPEN WATER reminds us of the fragility and vulnerability of modern man in relation to the vast and indiscriminant power of nature.
Posted by Markiss at 4:24 PM | Comments (0)
Happy Birthday
Paula and thanks for the drinks last night. Not sure we should have had them on a Sunday night though! My head is feeling a bit fragile today. Was a good laugh though :-) See you tonight. Have a good day.Posted by Markiss at 2:16 PM | Comments (0)
August 22, 2004
One for Val
Val has had 2 complaints about my site.... 1) Finding it hard to read (Red on Black) & 2) Not having any recipes on here since Rob isn't doing it at the moment. Well just for you Val. I give you:Paella Salad (in light blue, large text)
1 ¼ cups olive oil
2 cups raw long-grain rice
5 cups chicken stock
2 generous pinches saffron
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1/3 c. red wine vinegar
1 ½ pounds large prawns, cooked and shelled with tails left on, and
deveined
½ c. julienne slivers rd. pepper
½ c. julienne slivers grn. pepper
1 c. gr. peas, cooked and drained
½ c. qtrd. black olives
¼ c. chop. fresh parsley
¼ c. chpd. fresh chives
8 to 10 large lettuce leaves
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1. In a large heavy casserole with a lid, heat 1/4 cup of the oil over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot add the rice and cook, stirring, until it is opaque, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the stock, saffron, and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt. Stir will to dissolve the saffron, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Lower the heat and cook, covered, until all liquid has been absorbed, about 20 minutes. When the rice is cooked, remove the lid and let it cool to room temperature.
2. To assemble the salad, place the vinegar and the remaining 1 teaspoon salt in a large non-aluminum mixing bowl. Whisk in the remaining 1 cup olive oil. Add the prawn, red and green peppers, peas, and olives. Let marinate 10 minutes. Then add the rice, parsley, and chives, and mix well.
3. To serve, arrange a border of lettuce leaves on a large serving platter and mound the salad in the center. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.
Aren't I the nice one :-)
I do like to keep my readers happy from time to time............
And I know you like Paella too!
Posted by Markiss at 4:55 PM | Comments (0)
Lending Stuff
I bought a chainsaw about 8 months ago, right? I only used it once and it worked a treat. Someone asked to borrow it from me and I had no problems with that at all. All I asked was if he ke new how to use one. He said yes I have used them loads of times. So off he went and cut off a few branches here and there then brought it back. "Any problems with it?" I asked. "No it worked just fine thanks" said my mate. End of story............... Until today, that is! I get all setup to cut a load of timber into logs for the coming winter and guess what? It doesn't work. I found that the blade had been put on back to front and he had tried to use it this way. So now the blade is knackered. What do I do? Do I let him know and get him to replace it? Or do I just keep my mouth shut and go get one myself? Knowing me I will just go get one have be done with it. But it does annoy me when people are trusted with your property and then bring it back BROKEN! Ah.......... I feel better now I got that off my chest :-)Posted by Markiss at 4:41 PM | Comments (0)
August 20, 2004
Squeel like a pig
The Duel. Pigs. Boss Hog. Penguins. Dukes of Hazard. Squirrels. KKK Chickens. What do they all have in common? Here's the answer. You can tell i'm bored today.........Posted by Markiss at 5:32 PM | Comments (0)
YELLOW SNOW
One thing blokes can do a lot easier than women is of course ---> Peeing in the snow. Well not quite just peeing but writing your name in the snow. I s'pose women can do it but not without looking like a crab! But here's your chance. Yes, I have found a Yellow Snow Maker! What ever next?Posted by Markiss at 4:09 PM | Comments (0)
August 19, 2004
CrashBonsai
Looks nasty doesn't it? Apart from it is a CrashBonsai! Don't these things just look great. I want one. But then, I don't fancy forking out $175 for one. Still............ a good idea and worth taking a look. Maybe I will make my own. Anyone know how to grow a bonsai?
Posted by Markiss at 5:24 PM | Comments (0)
August 18, 2004
About me page
Since there has been some issues about this recently. I have decided to put an About me page up. You can find it by clicking on my Kiss/me gif on the left hand side of my blog. O.k a little boring but you can always ask other questions if you like! I just thought I would start one up.Posted by Markiss at 3:10 PM | Comments (0)
Which Kiss Member R U?
Well I had to put this up on my site didn't I?
You're Gene Simmons!!!
Which KISS Member Are You?
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Posted by Markiss at 11:56 AM | Comments (0)
Design ideas
Looking for some ideas, on the Internet, for a client. I found this : How times change. The seventies style looks so outrageous, doesn't it? Not too sure whether I love it or hate it! One thing is for sure though, they certainly didn't have any issues with using colour. Not like today, with all this peach white, apple white and magnolia. At least they had fun with the designs back then. Must say something about the way we are now days. BORING....... Bring back the seventies! P.S. I have got a few client's that have installed / decorated their bathrooms and kitchen's like this but I think everyone should do it :-) Put a bit of fun back into your house................ (might make you feel a bit sick if you had a hangover though)Posted by Markiss at 11:07 AM | Comments (0)
I Robot
Haven't I been slack? Well I had a long day at work and then decided to go to the pictures. I do that once in a while. This time I went to see "I Robot". Personally I liked the film. But then again, I am well into Sci-Fi stuff. What did I find best about the movie? 2 things really: 1) The Audi.......... 2) Will Smiths leather jacket ( I want one!) Oh and all the effects and lovely little robots were quite good too :-) What to watch next? Hmmmmmm! Still haven't watched Kill Bill 2 yet. Think that will be the next. Now to get some sleep. Night night.Posted by Markiss at 1:22 AM | Comments (0)
August 16, 2004
Moonlight Parade
Just found out that St Mary (my home village/parish) won the Moonlight Parade with their float. I think Lemur Girl was involved with this one. Well If St Mary only put one float in then she definitely was. Well done to all who were involved.Posted by Markiss at 2:35 PM | Comments (0)
August 13, 2004
worlds smallest website
Just found the world's smallest website. Lucky me! I want big ones now I have ADSL! Give me a big one :-)Posted by Markiss at 1:12 PM | Comments (0)
What a Ride
Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, Champagne in one hand - strawberries in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and screaming WOO HOO - What a Ride!"Posted by Markiss at 11:52 AM | Comments (0)
August 12, 2004
I am on
As in............. I am on ADSL finally. YESSSSSSSS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Now I can go over to Jeremy's site and watch that Blair Bush thingyPosted by Markiss at 6:38 PM | Comments (0)
Quick Edit links
One of the changes I have made to this site (one which you guys can't see) is I have added Quick Edit links. If you have a blog spot or Blogger account, I would definitely use these. They are really easy to install too. Basically this is what they do according to blogger: Quick Edit links give you quick and direct access to edit your posts after they've been published. You probably know the scenario well—you publish a long post, then start proof reading it on your blog. You find a mistake, so you go back to Blogger's Edit Posts page, locate the post and fix/republish it. You continue proof reading, find another mistake, and on and on. Quick Edit links take you directly to the post in Blogger, bypassing (most of) the process described previously. Basically you will see a small pencil icon and you can edit your posts directly from that. You can't see it but I can. Here is what I see:
There are only 3 things to remember:
1) To enable them, set Show Quick Editing on your Blog? to Yes in the Settings | Basic tab in Blogger.
2) You must have the <$BlogMetaData$> tag in your Template's "head" section.
3) You must have the <$BlogItemControl$> tag wherever you want the Quick Edit links to appear. I have mine in my "posted by" and "permalink" line (as you can see now :-)
Hope this helps.....
Posted by Markiss at 12:54 PM | Comments (0)
www.markiss.co.uk
Was working on the technical bits of this site for most of last night. Hopefully things will start to all be back to normal soon. The atom feed should be working now. Thanks for pointing it out Jeremy. To think I haven't even resorted to calling Rob up for his help yet :-) May happen soon though Rob! You never know!Posted by Markiss at 12:18 PM | Comments (0)
Tiny Spam Text
Can anyone tell me what all this is about? Yes it's one of those spam things again. Now why would people want to send you emails that you can't even read? Must be a reason for it.... Just can't see it myself :-)Posted by Markiss at 11:22 AM | Comments (0)
August 11, 2004
Soaked through
Isn't life a bitch? It's been baking hot for the last few weeks, really humid too and I have been stuck in my office all the time. Then today I finally had 2 sites to go on. One to survey and the other was a site meeting with the builder. So what happens? It pisses down! Just for 10 minutes but that is the 10 minutes I am outside surveying somones garden. Bastard! Mind you it was quite refreshing. But now I am having to work off a crumpled piece of paper trying to sus out what I wrote on it. Should be a laugh. Not for the client though :-)Posted by Markiss at 12:33 PM | Comments (0)
August 10, 2004
Cable clock
Would love one as a wrist watch! Cable clock......... How cool is that?Posted by Markiss at 5:26 PM | Comments (0)
How times have changed
The Good Wife's GuideHave dinner ready. Plan ahead, even the night before, to have a delicious meal ready on time for his return. This is a way of letting him know that you have be thinking about him and are concerned about his needs. Most men are hungry when they get home and the prospect of a good meal is part of the warm welcome needed.
Prepare yourself. Take 15 minutes to rest so you'll be refreshed when he arrives. Touch up your make-up, put a ribbon in your hair and be fresh-looking. He has just been with a lot of work-weary people.
Be a little gay and a little more interesting for him. His boring day may need a lift and one of your duties is to provide it.
Clear away the clutter. Make one last trip through the main part of the house just before your husband arrives. Run a dustcloth over the tables.
During the cooler months of the year you should prepare and light a fire for him to unwind by. Your husband will feel he has reached a haven of rest and order, and it will give you a lift too. After all, catering to his comfort will provide you with immense personal satisfaction.
Minimize all noise. At the time of his arrival, eliminate all noise of the washer, dryer or vacuum. Encourage the children to be quiet.
Be happy to see him.
Greet him with a warm smile and show sincerity in your desire to please him.
Listen to him. You may have a dozen important things to tell him, but the moment of his arrival is not the time. Let him talk first - remember, his topics of conversation are more important than yours.
Don't greet him with complaints and problems.
Don't complain if he's late for dinner or even if he stays out all night. Count this as minor compared to what he might have gone through at work.
Make him comfortable. Have him lean back in a comfortable chair or lie him down in the bedroom. Have a cool or warm drink ready for him.
Arrange his pillow and offer to take off his shoes. Speak in a low, soothing and pleasant voice.
Don't ask him questions about his actions or question his judgment or integrity. Remember, he is the master of the house and as such will always exercise his will with fairness and truthfulness. You have no right to question him.
A good wife always knows her place.
Original version as a graphic
"Oh my God! Was that what it was really like? Doubt it somehow"
Posted by Markiss at 3:57 PM | Comments (0)
Roberts familly find Bunker
Found in the Jersey Evening Post: "They may have a German bunker as their garden wall, but the Roberts family weren't expecting to fall through their lawn and find the other half of it.However, after years of playing cricket and ball games on the same piece of grass, 15-year-old Andrea accidentally put her foot through the garden of their home in Westmount Road last week and discovered a buried passage.
At first, Andrea's mum, Annette Vickers-Roberts, assumed that her daughter had just fallen awkwardly on her foot - until a few days later when she decided to investigate the matter further.
The family have uncovered a passage between two other bunkers and now have a garden that appears to accommodate three German bunkers in all. They intend to bury the bunkers once again, and this time they hope to leave them sitting underground rather more securely."
Seems a shame they are going to fill in the Bunkers really. Can you imagine the parties you could have in them? Or even make a fall out shelter! Since the Government are really pushing the point at the moment. Whilst on that subject, have you seen this site called Preparing for Emergencies? Quite amusing :-)
Posted by Markiss at 3:09 PM | Comments (0)
August 9, 2004
Modem installed
Have got my ADSL modem installed now. Just waiting for my username and password now. Can't wait to get off this dial up. And to think I have never used ADSL before, so haven't got a clue what it is like. Hope it is worth it and i'm not just keeping up with the Jones. I'm sure it's great. Am I the only one on earth that actually still surfs the net on dial up?Posted by Markiss at 4:54 PM | Comments (0)
Think it is sorted
What a nightmare all that was. I think I have finally sorted it all out now though. Have been having loads of problems since I changed my Name Servers. So if you find any links or pics etc that don't seem to work, could you be a star and just let me know about it. I need a rest now :-) (Wonder if this post works? If it doesn't I am going on another holiday) Fingers crossed.Posted by Markiss at 2:49 PM | Comments (0)
Testing
Having loads of problems at the moment with this site. This is just a test post.........Posted by Markiss at 12:15 PM | Comments (0)
August 8, 2004
DNS
Just thought I would mention: If there are any weird things going on here, as in pictures not showing, things not working etc etc. It's because I have changed servers. Hopefully it will cross over smoothly but that is never the case. Please bear with me at the moment. I will 'sus it out. Hope you all had a great weekend. A demains xxxxxxxxx (You know what that means now JB :-)Posted by Markiss at 11:51 PM | Comments (0)
Whey Hey
Silly me doing this entry really. 'Cause I am well pissed :) Just got invited to a party next door and I thought I would be the sensible one and say no thanks! Now I am regreting it. Feel as though I need a party now. Do I go back? Nah.......... Going to get a packet of crisps and watch "On Golden Pond". Love that film. Reminds me of my Dad big time. Have a little cry and a laugh. And if you haven't seen it before I would advise you ro go and bye it. Great film. Right that's me. Sleep tight guys.Posted by Markiss at 12:12 AM | Comments (0)
August 6, 2004
My arm hurts
Wonder why that is? Yes the powerball has arrived. I've had it for 20 minutes and already my arm is hurting me. OK apparently it improves your golf swing. Great, I don't play golf.. But I can see lot's of other uses for this little beauty! Now to see if I can get this blasted thing over 7000 rpm.Posted by Markiss at 1:08 PM | Comments (0)
August 5, 2004
ADSL
Finally got round to applying for ADSL (Broadband). Can't wait to get off this bloody dial up account. Now all I have to do is buy myself a modem and fit the blastered thing. Anyone got any ideas for which modem to get? I am running Windows XP if that helps! Apparently I get 2 free filters with my account. What the hell are they? And where do I stick 'em? (No jokes about that one please, I know how you lot think :-)Posted by Markiss at 5:19 PM | Comments (0)
THE WHITE HOUSE
Fancy living like a President? Well go buy yourself the Whitehouse then. The WHITE HOUSE replica in McLean, Virginia to be precise. I can just imagine the parties I could have there. Right so I have found my house, car and boat. Now bring on some air travel.Posted by Markiss at 3:20 PM | Comments (0)
Star Wars Holiday Special
Anyone seen this film before? Star Wars Holiday Special. Since I am such a fan of Star Wars and all of the Star Trek series. I decided to buy Star Wars Holiday Special about 3 years ago. Only watched it once though. Can't blame me really as it is hilariously bad. Still it makes my Star Wars collection complete. It has all of the original cast members in it too. It's quite amazing how many Star Wars fans don't know it exists. It is basically about Chewbacca's family. They all live in a tree house and are awaiting Chewie to come home to celebrate Life Day. His wife (Mulla), son (Lumpy) and Father (Itchy) are just moping around the house growling at each other for about an hour. Think you really need to be stoned to fully appreciate this film. Just thought I would mention this as I was just sent the website in an email. Wookie fact: The main Wookie language is called "Shyriiwook" and they have 15 separate words in their vocabulary for Violence. Bet you didn't know that? Also, this Saturday, Lucasfilm put an end to the speculation and announced the full title for the next Star Wars film. Star Wars: Episode III: "Revenge of the Sith" is scheduled for release on May 19, 2005. Can't wait.............Posted by Markiss at 3:05 PM | Comments (0)
August 4, 2004
Battleships
I used to love this as a kid. Mind you I only played it on paper. I had to draw loads of squares and draw in my ships, then shout out F4 etc etc. Now things have changed a little bit. Wish I was a kid these days. They don't know how lucky they are. Anyway, for your entertainment here is BattleshipsPosted by Markiss at 5:02 PM | Comments (0)
Powerball Gyroscope
Yet again I have been forced to buy yet more stuff! Well not quite forced more like reminded of a "boyz toy" I was playing with last night. Now I have gone and ordered one on-line. Go get yourself one, they are a right crack. Powerball Gyroscope. Warning, can cause serious drinking problems! Well, you have to drink with the other hand. Now that's serious..........Posted by Markiss at 4:06 PM | Comments (0)
BEE BOFF
Sorry...... Private Joke.
Posted by Markiss at 1:11 PM | Comments (0)
Weird Food
A Riddle Flew by Squealing for Mud What beaked and flighty fowl with two fat hooves and two wide wings has landed in my lunchbox to tempt me into riddle land -- With whirly tail and wondrous wings, with wishbone, hams, and gizzard things?Can you say
this strange bird's name .............?
Posted by Markiss at 12:16 PM | Comments (0)
South Park Me
Ok, I know, it's been done before. But I personally haven't done it before.
The only thing wrong with this South Park Me, is the distinct lack of ears to put my earings in. Then it would have been a spitting image :-)
Create a Character
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August 3, 2004
Links for the day
Now wouldn't this be xlnt to have as a car to go to work in? Or what about this little beauty? Finally, take a look at Greenpeace's error 404 page :-)Posted by Markiss at 5:39 PM | Comments (0)
Lightning
Forgot to mention that last night we had a great thunder storm. I love 'em. I ended up sitting outside by the front door under the porch watching the lightning with a glass of wine and a cigarette. It was pissing down! let's hope we have more of the same tonight.
Last time we had a storm like that, both my home computer and the work computer were fried. Now I have some power surge protectors on both computers and both made it through the night. Unlike the many people who are dropping their computers off to the shop to get fixed today. Bet the computer shops love lightning. It must triple their business load.
So, lesson for today. If you haven't got any power surge gear, get some. If you don't want to purchase any then unplug your internet connection and power supply. I lost soooooo much information last time it happened, so the £20 or so for the gear is worth it. I got myself a Belkin Surgemaster.
Posted by Markiss at 3:42 PM | Comments (0)
Spending Money
Don't you lot like making me spend my money? Jeremy got me buying this Kiss Trivia Game and JLB got me buying this Kiss Army Bar Light Sign. Got that for $5.50 but had to put $33 dollars on for postage. Still a bargain though. Thanks guys. Will let you know if they actually turn up. Now to get you spending your money!Posted by Markiss at 3:07 PM | Comments (0)
Photo Française
Hope you are impressed with my extensive knowledge of the French language. Didn't think so :-) Well, for those of you who don't know what "Photo Française" means, it means French Photo's, really? Yup, I have put 5 of my favourite photo's up for you to see. Obviously there aren't any of me on them because I was too hot and bothered at the time and probably holding a glass of Vino in the other hand. Tell you the truth I didn't get any photo's of me on the trip. Here are a few photo's from the trip.Posted by Markiss at 1:50 PM | Comments (0)
August 2, 2004
First day back
This is my first day that I am properly back at work today. So what did I get up to? Well basically I sat on my arse for 5½ hours doing absolutely nothing. I watched an electronic sliding door open and close about 300 times. Sat in the same chair without getting up once in all that time. Didn't even get up for a cigarette! Didn't speak to anyone. Didn't do any work or make any money. Where was I? In Accident and Emergency! For some reason my ankle has given way and hurts like hell. I think it is to do with carrying all that baggage in France around with me. So after waiting all that time, my name was finally called out. At last I thought, I will now go and see some wiz of a Doctor who will sort me out good and proper. Nope! He could hardly speak English and seemed to be in a rush. He said "Well you haven't broken it. Just take some Ibuprofen for a week or two. It should sort it out" That was it! 5½ hours for a 25 second appointment. How annoying is that? Anyway it had to be done. At least I haven't got any broken bones, well not that the Doctor knows about. So maybe tomorrow will be a better day. We shall have to wait and see.Posted by Markiss at 5:11 PM | Comments (0)
August 1, 2004
Back from my Hols
Hi everyone. Back from my holiday already! Can't believe where the time went. I wont bore you with all the in's and out's of the holiday but all the main parts of a good holiday were there. Good weather (31°C), Good food, Good wine and Good Hotels. All the travelling went to plan, didn't miss any boats, taxis, coaches or trains. Which makes a pleasant change for me. I would like to say thanks to Mr Roberto for Blog sitting for me whilst I was away. I hope you have enjoyed his gastronomic delights. I know I will try the Moules dish sometime later this summer. He knows how much I like them. I think I must have had 10 lbs of the things whilst in France. I will have to catch up on all the other blogs I read soon as, unfortunately, I am at work today and very busy. Yes that's right! Working on Sunday...... and only got back to Jersey at 9pm yesterday. We have a meeting tomorrow so the work has to be done. Hope you are all enjoying the sun we've been having this last week. If you are in a part of the world that isn't enjoying it (EB!) Well tough, you've been rubbing it in my face all winter and now it's my turn :-) Right, back to work, speak tomorrow...... Byeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee! P.S. So where is all the porn you were threatening to put on my site, whilst I was away Roberto? I was looking forward to that :-) P.P.S So now you start commenting Jonathan. I will have to put up some more recipes for you sometime............ NOT! P.P.P.S Apparently putting some anchovies in Rob's Tapenade makes it taste even better. Mmmmmmm. P.P.P.P.S If you want to know all the "Nasty Markiss" stories Kel, all you have to do is ask :-)Posted by Markiss at 2:34 PM | Comments (0)
