Top Five: Justin Timberlake
5. Dick In A Box.
4. Like I Love You.
3. Lovestoned.
2. SexyBack.
1. Cry Me A River.
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Showing posts with label Top 5. Show all posts
Monday, 17 September 2012
Wednesday, 12 September 2012
Living In A Material World, And I Am A Material Girl.
Top Five: Things I Want Right Now.
This is a list of things that are not necessities to my life, but I want them all the same. Mostly because I think they are cool (though I am most likely incorrect in this view) and that is the only reason for my wanting. If any of you happen to win the lottery jackpot and wish to be a generous donor to fund my frivolous needs, it would be most appreciated.
5. Smeg Fridge in Pink.
4. Customised Nikes.
3. Nintendo 3DS.
2. Green Cambridge Satchel bag.
1. Beats By Dre Headphones (haven't settled on a colour yet).
This is a list of things that are not necessities to my life, but I want them all the same. Mostly because I think they are cool (though I am most likely incorrect in this view) and that is the only reason for my wanting. If any of you happen to win the lottery jackpot and wish to be a generous donor to fund my frivolous needs, it would be most appreciated.
5. Smeg Fridge in Pink.
4. Customised Nikes.
3. Nintendo 3DS.
2. Green Cambridge Satchel bag.
1. Beats By Dre Headphones (haven't settled on a colour yet).
Monday, 10 September 2012
I Feel In Heaven When I Look In Your Eyes.
Top Five: Backstreet Boys
5. Incomplete.
4. Larger Than Life.
3. Everybody (Backstreet's Back).
2. Inconsolable.
1. Show Me The Meaning Of Being Lonely.
5. Incomplete.
4. Larger Than Life.
3. Everybody (Backstreet's Back).
2. Inconsolable.
1. Show Me The Meaning Of Being Lonely.
Friday, 7 September 2012
No Need For Nervousness, It's Just A Little Turbulence.
Top Five: Things About Aeroplane Adventures
To me, it doesn't feel like the holiday has begun until you have made it through all the airport departments and are on the plane. Then it is time to relax.
5. The Views.
I have rarely had the chance to be in the window seat whilst flying, but they are (obviously) the best seats on the plane. I like it when you fly through thick clouds and emerge out the top on a sea of cotton wool.
4. Leaving Home.
As I am not a high-flying business person, going on a plane means just one thing - I AM GOING ON HOLIDAY!
3. Coming Home.
If you happen to have had a (slightly or mightily) traumatic holiday, sometimes it is nice to back in the plane and know that soon you will back in the land of (relative) normality.
2. Air Hostesses.
Not only do you get a warm greeting when you arrive, but they bring you drinks and food treats throughout the journey. They even allow you to do a bit of shopping should you require it. And hopefully not let you die if the plane plummets to the ground.
To me, it doesn't feel like the holiday has begun until you have made it through all the airport departments and are on the plane. Then it is time to relax.
5. The Views.
I have rarely had the chance to be in the window seat whilst flying, but they are (obviously) the best seats on the plane. I like it when you fly through thick clouds and emerge out the top on a sea of cotton wool.
4. Leaving Home.
As I am not a high-flying business person, going on a plane means just one thing - I AM GOING ON HOLIDAY!
3. Coming Home.
If you happen to have had a (slightly or mightily) traumatic holiday, sometimes it is nice to back in the plane and know that soon you will back in the land of (relative) normality.
2. Air Hostesses.
Not only do you get a warm greeting when you arrive, but they bring you drinks and food treats throughout the journey. They even allow you to do a bit of shopping should you require it. And hopefully not let you die if the plane plummets to the ground.
1. Movies.
Any excuse to sit back and watch a film is good by me. You must have noticed. It is most exciting when there is a vast array of recent films to chose from and catch up. It is like having your own personal DVD collection in your seat. Which is a bit like being at home though, to be honest.
Thursday, 6 September 2012
You Made A Rebel Of A Careless Man's Careful Daughter.
Top Five: Taylor Swift
5. Love Story.
4. Both Of Us.
3. You Belong With Me.
2. We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together.
1. Mine.
5. Love Story.
4. Both Of Us.
3. You Belong With Me.
2. We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together.
1. Mine.
Wednesday, 5 September 2012
I Remember When Rock Was Young, Me and Fifi Had So Much Fun
Top 5: Songs That Remind Me Of Reading Festival
I have had a bit of a moan in the past about Reading Festival and how much it hates me, but there have also been really good times - these are the five songs that remind me of those times. Also, to save repetition later, my friend known as The Music Guru was with me when all these events happened. And most likely The Welsh Boy too.
5. Jet - Are You Gonna Be My Girl?
Running into the tent and dancing like a loon while leaving the bags with someone else. Good times.
4. Cobra Starship - Snakes On A Plane
In a street teaming effort, we had to deposit some rubber snakes around the site in promotion of the single. I am not convinced we had much of an impact in the sales of the single, but we did leave a rubber snake on a condiments table and then ran away.
3. Dizzee Rascal - Fix Up, Look Sharp
As referenced before in a post on mosh-pit style experiences, this was one hell of a dance party! Which may have happened on two occasions, or I could be remembering it incorrectly.
2. Feeder - Buck Rogers
This is gonna sound like a random memory, but this song reminds me of needing to go the lovely toilet facilities during the Feeder set, dancing in the seemingly endless queue and then taking what felt like forever trying to find where I started in the first place.
1. Taking Back Sunday - Error:Operator.
I have had a bit of a moan in the past about Reading Festival and how much it hates me, but there have also been really good times - these are the five songs that remind me of those times. Also, to save repetition later, my friend known as The Music Guru was with me when all these events happened. And most likely The Welsh Boy too.
5. Jet - Are You Gonna Be My Girl?
Running into the tent and dancing like a loon while leaving the bags with someone else. Good times.
4. Cobra Starship - Snakes On A Plane
In a street teaming effort, we had to deposit some rubber snakes around the site in promotion of the single. I am not convinced we had much of an impact in the sales of the single, but we did leave a rubber snake on a condiments table and then ran away.
3. Dizzee Rascal - Fix Up, Look Sharp
As referenced before in a post on mosh-pit style experiences, this was one hell of a dance party! Which may have happened on two occasions, or I could be remembering it incorrectly.
2. Feeder - Buck Rogers
This is gonna sound like a random memory, but this song reminds me of needing to go the lovely toilet facilities during the Feeder set, dancing in the seemingly endless queue and then taking what felt like forever trying to find where I started in the first place.
1. Taking Back Sunday - Error:Operator.
We met TBS at the signing tent and one of them said they liked my T with a teddy on it. I have chosen to believe this was sincere and repeat this fact on a regular basis. I also love that we always get really excited about this song and no-one else does.
Tuesday, 4 September 2012
I Feel Like A Hero, And You Are My Heroine.
Top Five: Superheroes
From someone who has never read a Comic Book that wasn't the Beano or Dandy.
5. Human Torch.
It says a lot about how many times I have watched the two Chris Evans and co films that even my Mum knows what I am talking about when I reference it. The Human Torch is my favourite of the Fantastic Four not only because he is played by Chris Evans (I have mentioned him far too much already), but that I smile every time he shouts 'Flame On!'
4. Iron Man.
His suit is ridiculously cool and shiny. His is super rich. He is witty. He is Robert Downey Jr.
3. Wolverine.
Okay, so he doesn't get a fancy costume, or even an alter ego. But he does have Adamantium claws, which is pretty cool. He is also a bit of a grumpy old man. And he is Hugh Jackman. I'll stop that now, I promise.
2. Batman.
Whether it is super serious or cheesy and camp, Batman is always a winner. Even if I don't understand why he has such a deep voice when in costume.
1. Spiderman.
He can fly. Sort of. That is pretty cool. He is still a teenager. That is pretty cool. He is very skilled at taking out Scientists who have undertaken unruly experiences. That is pretty cool. He is now played by Andrew Garfield. This post is getting far too repetitive.
From someone who has never read a Comic Book that wasn't the Beano or Dandy.
5. Human Torch.
It says a lot about how many times I have watched the two Chris Evans and co films that even my Mum knows what I am talking about when I reference it. The Human Torch is my favourite of the Fantastic Four not only because he is played by Chris Evans (I have mentioned him far too much already), but that I smile every time he shouts 'Flame On!'
4. Iron Man.
His suit is ridiculously cool and shiny. His is super rich. He is witty. He is Robert Downey Jr.
3. Wolverine.
Okay, so he doesn't get a fancy costume, or even an alter ego. But he does have Adamantium claws, which is pretty cool. He is also a bit of a grumpy old man. And he is Hugh Jackman. I'll stop that now, I promise.
2. Batman.
Whether it is super serious or cheesy and camp, Batman is always a winner. Even if I don't understand why he has such a deep voice when in costume.
1. Spiderman.
He can fly. Sort of. That is pretty cool. He is still a teenager. That is pretty cool. He is very skilled at taking out Scientists who have undertaken unruly experiences. That is pretty cool. He is now played by Andrew Garfield. This post is getting far too repetitive.
Monday, 3 September 2012
I'm A Gangster On The Dancefloor
Top Five: The Saturdays
5. All Fired Up
4. Higher
3. Ego
2. Notorious
1. Work
5. All Fired Up
4. Higher
3. Ego
2. Notorious
1. Work
Sunday, 2 September 2012
Rwyf Wrth Fy Modd Caerdydd
Top Five: Places In Cardiff*
5. Cardiff Castle.
You can walk through the castle walls and dress up in military gear. Amazing.
4. Millennium Stadium.
I have only been inside once (to see Take That!), but every time I spy the roof from afar, I get really excited.
3. Cosmeston Lakes.
Feed the ducks. Play in the park. Run away from Swans. Family fun for all!
2. Clwb Ifor Bach.
Possibly the hottest, sweatiest gig venue ever created. But always full of enthusiastic listeners.
1. Cardiff University.
I have never attended the actual learning part of the building, but have been to so many good gigs in the two venues there that I have lost count.
*not including my former housemates house. Also, there is going to be a bit of a theme.
5. Cardiff Castle.
You can walk through the castle walls and dress up in military gear. Amazing.
4. Millennium Stadium.
I have only been inside once (to see Take That!), but every time I spy the roof from afar, I get really excited.
3. Cosmeston Lakes.
Feed the ducks. Play in the park. Run away from Swans. Family fun for all!
2. Clwb Ifor Bach.
Possibly the hottest, sweatiest gig venue ever created. But always full of enthusiastic listeners.
1. Cardiff University.
I have never attended the actual learning part of the building, but have been to so many good gigs in the two venues there that I have lost count.
*not including my former housemates house. Also, there is going to be a bit of a theme.
Saturday, 1 September 2012
Shake Those Hips In My Direction
Top 5: Musicals
5. On The Town
Firstly, any film that features both Frank Sinatra and Gene Kelly really needs to be seen. On The Town is the story of three naval officers who are on leave for just one day in the Big Apple, and hilarity, love and, of course, singing and dancing ensues. I remember I first saw this film was back in my post-drop-out, slacker days, and the last time was to get me in the mood for my holiday to NYC.
4. Hairspray
I'm not gonna lie, I only took in an interest in the movie of this because a certain Mr Efron was in it. This will be a shocking fact to precisely zero percentage of anyone who has already read a post on here before. I once went to Sing-A-Long-Hairspray with my Mum and I LOVED it. If you have never been to one before, they play the movie on a screen, with the words coming up on the screen for the songs, but you are also provided props for each song to dance with. It is a-ma-zing!
3. Sound Of Music
I had this on VHS when I was a young-un and watched it again and again and again and again, much to the delight of my family members. I maintain that it has educational value though, as it taught me important life lessons such as all the musical notes, Nuns will hide you from the Nazi's, clothing can be made from unwanted curtains and it is not socially acceptable to summon children using a whistle.
2. Lion King
Considering I don't own this film, and don't recall us owning it when I was little, I don't know how I have managed to see it as many times as I have. Back when I was a particularly cool Primary School attendee, me and my friend used to sing the songs on the coach on the way to swimming lessons. If you haven't seen the stage show, you really, really should. You will laugh, sing and even cry a little bit.
1. Joseph And The Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat
Back in the days before the VHS over-use and the coach entertainment, I had the cassette of this and I am fairly certain that other than Take That, it was the only thing I listened to. I still own the tape now (with Jason Donavon singing), a VHS starring Donnie Osmond and have also gone all high tech and have downloaded a copy on iTunes. Just in case that doesn't make me seem obsessive enough, I have also been to see the stage show starring Lee Mead. I bloody love this musical!
5. On The Town
Firstly, any film that features both Frank Sinatra and Gene Kelly really needs to be seen. On The Town is the story of three naval officers who are on leave for just one day in the Big Apple, and hilarity, love and, of course, singing and dancing ensues. I remember I first saw this film was back in my post-drop-out, slacker days, and the last time was to get me in the mood for my holiday to NYC.
4. Hairspray
I'm not gonna lie, I only took in an interest in the movie of this because a certain Mr Efron was in it. This will be a shocking fact to precisely zero percentage of anyone who has already read a post on here before. I once went to Sing-A-Long-Hairspray with my Mum and I LOVED it. If you have never been to one before, they play the movie on a screen, with the words coming up on the screen for the songs, but you are also provided props for each song to dance with. It is a-ma-zing!
3. Sound Of Music
I had this on VHS when I was a young-un and watched it again and again and again and again, much to the delight of my family members. I maintain that it has educational value though, as it taught me important life lessons such as all the musical notes, Nuns will hide you from the Nazi's, clothing can be made from unwanted curtains and it is not socially acceptable to summon children using a whistle.
2. Lion King
Considering I don't own this film, and don't recall us owning it when I was little, I don't know how I have managed to see it as many times as I have. Back when I was a particularly cool Primary School attendee, me and my friend used to sing the songs on the coach on the way to swimming lessons. If you haven't seen the stage show, you really, really should. You will laugh, sing and even cry a little bit.
1. Joseph And The Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat
Back in the days before the VHS over-use and the coach entertainment, I had the cassette of this and I am fairly certain that other than Take That, it was the only thing I listened to. I still own the tape now (with Jason Donavon singing), a VHS starring Donnie Osmond and have also gone all high tech and have downloaded a copy on iTunes. Just in case that doesn't make me seem obsessive enough, I have also been to see the stage show starring Lee Mead. I bloody love this musical!
Friday, 31 August 2012
You're Really Growing On Me
Top Five: Songs That I Hated But Now Love
Can't really explain why. It's just how it is.
5. How We Do (Party) - Rita Ora
4. E.T. - Katy Perry
3. Fight For This Love - Cheryl Cole
2. Rolling In The Deep - Adele
1. SexyBack - Justin Timberlake
Can't really explain why. It's just how it is.
5. How We Do (Party) - Rita Ora
4. E.T. - Katy Perry
3. Fight For This Love - Cheryl Cole
2. Rolling In The Deep - Adele
1. SexyBack - Justin Timberlake
Thursday, 30 August 2012
Why Do You Have To Be So Cute?
Top Five: Things That Make Me Go 'Awwwww!'.
5. Super Smiley Sports Folks.
They seem to be a bit of a rarity sometimes, so if there is no-one I am supporting in a 'Wooo! GB!' kind-of fashion, I always route for the smiliest one. A particularly good time to coo at smiley athletes is in the line-ups on the track before a race.
4. Baby-Sized Shoes.
They are just so tiny! Converse and Ugg Boots are the best.
3. Marriage Proposal Acceptances.
Doesn't matter if it is in real life or not. One of my personal favourites was at Wembley Arena when Paramore called a guy and his girlfriend up on stage so that he could propose to her in front of a sell-out crowd, which was then followed by the band serenading them. A cynical person could suggest that she only accepted under peer pressure, but I prefer to think more optimistically than that.
2. Little Kids in Tae Kwon-Do Doboks.
Every Thursday as the Leisure Centre, little children are dressed in their doboks ready for their martial arts training. Normally the tops are too big so they look really baggy, and it kind of looks like they are in their PJs.
1. Baby Animals.
Surely everyone loves baby animals, right? I can't limit it down to any one particular animal. but unless they are an insect, I'm probably going to think its cute.
5. Super Smiley Sports Folks.
They seem to be a bit of a rarity sometimes, so if there is no-one I am supporting in a 'Wooo! GB!' kind-of fashion, I always route for the smiliest one. A particularly good time to coo at smiley athletes is in the line-ups on the track before a race.
4. Baby-Sized Shoes.
They are just so tiny! Converse and Ugg Boots are the best.
3. Marriage Proposal Acceptances.
Doesn't matter if it is in real life or not. One of my personal favourites was at Wembley Arena when Paramore called a guy and his girlfriend up on stage so that he could propose to her in front of a sell-out crowd, which was then followed by the band serenading them. A cynical person could suggest that she only accepted under peer pressure, but I prefer to think more optimistically than that.
2. Little Kids in Tae Kwon-Do Doboks.
Every Thursday as the Leisure Centre, little children are dressed in their doboks ready for their martial arts training. Normally the tops are too big so they look really baggy, and it kind of looks like they are in their PJs.
1. Baby Animals.
Surely everyone loves baby animals, right? I can't limit it down to any one particular animal. but unless they are an insect, I'm probably going to think its cute.
Sunday, 26 August 2012
Is It Cos I'm (Un)Cool?
Last Five: Things I Paid For On iTunes.
And a YouTube vid to demonstrate my level of uncool (just in case it is currently in doubt).
5. Blur - The Best Of Blur
4. Justin Bieber - Believe
There is really no excuse for this.
3. Kelly Clarkson - Stronger
2. Maroon 5 - Overexposed
1. Aiden Grimshaw - Is This Love?
And a YouTube vid to demonstrate my level of uncool (just in case it is currently in doubt).
5. Blur - The Best Of Blur
4. Justin Bieber - Believe
There is really no excuse for this.
3. Kelly Clarkson - Stronger
2. Maroon 5 - Overexposed
1. Aiden Grimshaw - Is This Love?
Friday, 24 August 2012
Let's Get Physical
Top Five: Gym Related Things
5. Perving Potential.
Not a sole reason for attending, but one of the perks.
4. Quiz Shows.
The gym which I attend has 4 TVs to chose from, and one of which is bound to be showing at least one Quiz Show for you to play along with. My personal favourite is Pointless, but the one with the giant 2p arcade machine is a close second.
3. The Drive To The Gym.
Pretty much without fail, always attended by my Gym Buddy. Its a good time for us to either have a whinge about work related matters, or for me to force her to listen to something cheesy and/or age inappropriate and then laugh at the disapproving face I get in return.
2. Weight Loss.
Although no massive changes have been made, this was the whole point of going in the first place.
1. iPod Time.*
I am very unlikely to complain if there is an opportunity for me to put on a pair of headphones and turn the music up really loud. Failing that, playing the Scott Mills Daily Podcast always makes me giggle to myself, and although I risk looking like a crazy person, it does make the time go faster. Sometimes too fast.
*other MP3 players are available. I just don't own one.
5. Perving Potential.
Not a sole reason for attending, but one of the perks.
4. Quiz Shows.
The gym which I attend has 4 TVs to chose from, and one of which is bound to be showing at least one Quiz Show for you to play along with. My personal favourite is Pointless, but the one with the giant 2p arcade machine is a close second.
3. The Drive To The Gym.
Pretty much without fail, always attended by my Gym Buddy. Its a good time for us to either have a whinge about work related matters, or for me to force her to listen to something cheesy and/or age inappropriate and then laugh at the disapproving face I get in return.
2. Weight Loss.
Although no massive changes have been made, this was the whole point of going in the first place.
1. iPod Time.*
I am very unlikely to complain if there is an opportunity for me to put on a pair of headphones and turn the music up really loud. Failing that, playing the Scott Mills Daily Podcast always makes me giggle to myself, and although I risk looking like a crazy person, it does make the time go faster. Sometimes too fast.
*other MP3 players are available. I just don't own one.
Thursday, 3 February 2011
Baby, It's Cold Outside.
Top Five: Ways To Not Freeze To Death.
Disclaimer: I make no promises that indulging in these activities will not actually result in you freezing to death, so please don't come and haunt me if my advice turns out to be a little less than useful. However, I have tried all of these myself and as far as I am aware have yet to cross over to the other side.
5. Hot Water Bottle Under The Jumper. But over T-shirt.
4. Lying In The Bath. With Reading Material + Alcohol.
3. Dancing.
2. Cuddling Big Dogs. Or Cats. Or Humans.
1. Refuse To Get Out Of Bed.
Monday, 31 January 2011
Where The Magic Comes Alive!
Top Five: Rides at Alton Towers
I've not been for a while, but they are the rides I have enjoyed the best on my last trip. So don't get angry at me if I have missed off a new, awesome ride. I probably haven't been on it yet. Or didn't like it very much. Both are plausible.
5. Tea Cup Ride
Yes, I am child.
4. Oblivion
Normally has the shortest queue of all the big rides.
3. Nemesis
Okay, so you get very sore ears by the end of it, but still...
2. Rita: Queen of Speed
Faster than I could ever think it was possible to go. Best adrenalin rush ever.
1. Air
It's like you are flying!
And while i'm at it....
Top Five: Alton Towers Dissappointments
5. Spinball Whizzer
Admittedly, I was not in the greatest mood when I went on this, and it was raining.
4. 3D cinema
I had already seen the film they had on. Pointless!
3. Corkscrew
Pretty much 30 seconds of having your head bashed about. Not ideal.
2. Haunted Hollow
The least scary thing EVER.
1. Charlie and The Chocolate Factory: The Ride
I had many issues with this ride. Mainly that it was a bit lame, and the voice of Charlie is a bit too upper class.
I've not been for a while, but they are the rides I have enjoyed the best on my last trip. So don't get angry at me if I have missed off a new, awesome ride. I probably haven't been on it yet. Or didn't like it very much. Both are plausible.
5. Tea Cup Ride
Yes, I am child.
4. Oblivion
Normally has the shortest queue of all the big rides.
3. Nemesis
Okay, so you get very sore ears by the end of it, but still...
2. Rita: Queen of Speed
Faster than I could ever think it was possible to go. Best adrenalin rush ever.
1. Air
It's like you are flying!
And while i'm at it....
Top Five: Alton Towers Dissappointments
5. Spinball Whizzer
Admittedly, I was not in the greatest mood when I went on this, and it was raining.
4. 3D cinema
I had already seen the film they had on. Pointless!
3. Corkscrew
Pretty much 30 seconds of having your head bashed about. Not ideal.
2. Haunted Hollow
The least scary thing EVER.
1. Charlie and The Chocolate Factory: The Ride
I had many issues with this ride. Mainly that it was a bit lame, and the voice of Charlie is a bit too upper class.
Friday, 24 September 2010
Every Cloud Has A Silver Lining
To balance out yesterdays angst-ridden post...
Top 5: Things That Are Always Exciting.
Things that make my brain go 'yippee' everytime. Without fail. Just Because.
5. Zoos.
4. The opening bars of 'Stockholm Syndrome'.
3. Getting off the train at London.
2. Puppies & Kittens.
1. Hot Air Balloons.
Top 5: Things That Are Always Exciting.
Things that make my brain go 'yippee' everytime. Without fail. Just Because.
5. Zoos.
4. The opening bars of 'Stockholm Syndrome'.
3. Getting off the train at London.
2. Puppies & Kittens.
1. Hot Air Balloons.
Thursday, 23 September 2010
You Wouldn't Like Me When I'm Angry.
Top 5: Potentially Irrational Angers
There are some things which really get my goat everytime, for reasons that I am not entirely sure of, so its going to be hard to give explanations. You may have to just accept the way my brain works, although I will try my very best to try and make some sense of my 'issues'. As you may notice (unless you are unable to read), most of these things involve people. Maybe I am just getting intolerant in my old age.
5. Tall people at gigs.
Okay, so I fully appreciate that it is not your fault that your genes have decided that you are going to be giant whilst I am a dwarf, but this does not mean that you have to stand directly in front of me, so that I can't see. It just takes a bit of logic and common courtesy: if you stand behind me, you can still see the stage, if you stand in front of me, I can not. And when I pay to see a band, I would like to at least get a passing glimpse of them at some stage.
4. Kindle's.
Or any form of electronic reading tool really. Books are superior. There is no need for an alternative. The end.
3. Drivers who don't indicate.
I am no car expert, but to the best of my knowledge, every car is fitted with a very handy tool called an indicator. This means that you can let other people know which direction you are planning on heading in so that they do not have to wait at roundabouts/junctions etc unnecessarily. This gadget is also handy on motorways, to give other drivers some kind of warning that you are about to pull out in front of them.
2. People who shout idiotic comments at people in the street.
Having been victim to this in the past, and a bit in the current in all honesty, I can confirm that this is can result in pretty much the shittiest feeling in the world. First of all, it is completely unnecessary. Second of all, what on earth makes you think that it is your place in society to loudly abuse people in the street or point out things that you view as being flaws in other human beings. I'm not saying you can't think these things, but there really is no need to share it. Which leads me on to...
1. People who @reply other people on twitter with unfriendly comments.
There is only one reason that this annoys me more than it being in person, and that is the cowardice of the people who do it. You would be highly unlikely to say these things to someones face (not that you should anyway, reading what some people write) so don't hide behind your computer and do it. These people are often the first to complain if/when someone does the same thing back to them, so you think that they would learn how it feels, but apparently not.
And that ends todays preaching.
There are some things which really get my goat everytime, for reasons that I am not entirely sure of, so its going to be hard to give explanations. You may have to just accept the way my brain works, although I will try my very best to try and make some sense of my 'issues'. As you may notice (unless you are unable to read), most of these things involve people. Maybe I am just getting intolerant in my old age.
5. Tall people at gigs.
Okay, so I fully appreciate that it is not your fault that your genes have decided that you are going to be giant whilst I am a dwarf, but this does not mean that you have to stand directly in front of me, so that I can't see. It just takes a bit of logic and common courtesy: if you stand behind me, you can still see the stage, if you stand in front of me, I can not. And when I pay to see a band, I would like to at least get a passing glimpse of them at some stage.
4. Kindle's.
Or any form of electronic reading tool really. Books are superior. There is no need for an alternative. The end.
3. Drivers who don't indicate.
I am no car expert, but to the best of my knowledge, every car is fitted with a very handy tool called an indicator. This means that you can let other people know which direction you are planning on heading in so that they do not have to wait at roundabouts/junctions etc unnecessarily. This gadget is also handy on motorways, to give other drivers some kind of warning that you are about to pull out in front of them.
2. People who shout idiotic comments at people in the street.
Having been victim to this in the past, and a bit in the current in all honesty, I can confirm that this is can result in pretty much the shittiest feeling in the world. First of all, it is completely unnecessary. Second of all, what on earth makes you think that it is your place in society to loudly abuse people in the street or point out things that you view as being flaws in other human beings. I'm not saying you can't think these things, but there really is no need to share it. Which leads me on to...
1. People who @reply other people on twitter with unfriendly comments.
There is only one reason that this annoys me more than it being in person, and that is the cowardice of the people who do it. You would be highly unlikely to say these things to someones face (not that you should anyway, reading what some people write) so don't hide behind your computer and do it. These people are often the first to complain if/when someone does the same thing back to them, so you think that they would learn how it feels, but apparently not.
And that ends todays preaching.
Wednesday, 22 September 2010
I'm Ready For My Close-Up.
Top Five: My Acting Career.
5. Mary, The Nativity
The first play I remember being a part of, and I was one of the leads. This is either because my talents were spotted from an early age, or because I have a selective memory. One or the other.
4. Emz, The Emz & Fi Show
A veritable showreel of my skills, showcasing such a range of my abilities such as swooning, presenting, catwalk posing, magazine throwing and laughing. There are currently only two episodes of this show, although a few music videos were also produced to satisfy the needs of the audience.
3. Oompah Loompah (choir), Charlie & The Chocolate Factory
I felt I made a very good Oompah Loompah, even though the facepaint we had to wear irritated my face. And we were the wrong colour.
2. Stage Crew, The Normalising Machine
Following media interest from my singing debut, I decided to take a backstage role for the next production. At the time, I had no idea what the plot was. I am still not entirely sure.
1. Jill, Jack & The Beanstalk
Back before my popularity soared, I took a supporting role as Jill, a character blatently made up so that more children could be involved in the play, though not as obvious as the many policemen and townsfolk that were recruited.
5. Mary, The Nativity
The first play I remember being a part of, and I was one of the leads. This is either because my talents were spotted from an early age, or because I have a selective memory. One or the other.
4. Emz, The Emz & Fi Show
A veritable showreel of my skills, showcasing such a range of my abilities such as swooning, presenting, catwalk posing, magazine throwing and laughing. There are currently only two episodes of this show, although a few music videos were also produced to satisfy the needs of the audience.
3. Oompah Loompah (choir), Charlie & The Chocolate Factory
I felt I made a very good Oompah Loompah, even though the facepaint we had to wear irritated my face. And we were the wrong colour.
2. Stage Crew, The Normalising Machine
Following media interest from my singing debut, I decided to take a backstage role for the next production. At the time, I had no idea what the plot was. I am still not entirely sure.
1. Jill, Jack & The Beanstalk
Back before my popularity soared, I took a supporting role as Jill, a character blatently made up so that more children could be involved in the play, though not as obvious as the many policemen and townsfolk that were recruited.
Friday, 17 September 2010
I'm Very Sorry If She Tipped Off Anyone About Your Cunningly Concealed Herd Of Cows.
Top Five: Nathan Fillion Shows
5. Buffy The Vampire Slayer
I'm not gonna lie to you all, I don't believe I have ever actually seen the episodes of Buffy in which Mr Fillion appear, but I am sure they are really good ones. I have, however, seen lots of other episodes with other people in them.
4. Dr Horrible's Sing-A-Long Blog
A three-part online musical extravaganza (yes, it was an extravaganza) starring Nathan, legen-wait-for-it-dary Neil Patrick Harris and Felicia Day telling the story of Dr Horrible's ambition to join a league of evil genuises, when his plans are thwarted by falling in love. Awww. It's very funny, has catchy tunes and was created by Mr Joss Whedon (as is 3/5 of this list).
3. Desperate Housewives
Unlike a normal viewer, I don't like to watch this show when it is broadcast on TV. Instead, I like to wait until the boxset comes out (which Mum normally is the one to purchase), and then watch all the episodes in the shortest time possible. It's almost like a bit of a game. I'm weird like that.
2. 2 Guys, A Girl, and a Pizza Place
If you are someone who knows me at all, and have ever watched this programme, it should take you a grand total of 2 minutes to work out why I became mildly obsessed with it. In fact, it seems so obvious, it seems a waste of my time to explain it. I did think My Mrs Reynolds was a hero when I discovered she had burned it all on to DVD. If/when this comes out on DVD, I am gonna be straight in the queue!
1. Firefly
In my humble Browncoat opinion, this is one of the best TV shows EVER created. It really is a shame it got cancelled. It is a bit sci-fi, but not as you know it, as it is somewhat genre-defying, and although they spend their time in space, its almost irrelevent. Another of the works of Joss Whedon, the man who may have the worst luck when it comes to television. It was recommended to be My Mrs Reynolds & Muttley, and I, in turn, would recommend it to anyone.
5. Buffy The Vampire Slayer
I'm not gonna lie to you all, I don't believe I have ever actually seen the episodes of Buffy in which Mr Fillion appear, but I am sure they are really good ones. I have, however, seen lots of other episodes with other people in them.
4. Dr Horrible's Sing-A-Long Blog
A three-part online musical extravaganza (yes, it was an extravaganza) starring Nathan, legen-wait-for-it-dary Neil Patrick Harris and Felicia Day telling the story of Dr Horrible's ambition to join a league of evil genuises, when his plans are thwarted by falling in love. Awww. It's very funny, has catchy tunes and was created by Mr Joss Whedon (as is 3/5 of this list).
3. Desperate Housewives
Unlike a normal viewer, I don't like to watch this show when it is broadcast on TV. Instead, I like to wait until the boxset comes out (which Mum normally is the one to purchase), and then watch all the episodes in the shortest time possible. It's almost like a bit of a game. I'm weird like that.
2. 2 Guys, A Girl, and a Pizza Place
If you are someone who knows me at all, and have ever watched this programme, it should take you a grand total of 2 minutes to work out why I became mildly obsessed with it. In fact, it seems so obvious, it seems a waste of my time to explain it. I did think My Mrs Reynolds was a hero when I discovered she had burned it all on to DVD. If/when this comes out on DVD, I am gonna be straight in the queue!
1. Firefly
In my humble Browncoat opinion, this is one of the best TV shows EVER created. It really is a shame it got cancelled. It is a bit sci-fi, but not as you know it, as it is somewhat genre-defying, and although they spend their time in space, its almost irrelevent. Another of the works of Joss Whedon, the man who may have the worst luck when it comes to television. It was recommended to be My Mrs Reynolds & Muttley, and I, in turn, would recommend it to anyone.
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