Science and all that kind of thing was never my strongest subject at school. However this chap explains things in a really clear way, and gives some hope and ideas around how the mushroom family may help with environmental accidents, infection epidemics, food shortages, insect infestations and ecological stability. Fascinating, with almost scary potential. It's 17 minutes viewing but well worth it if you have the time.
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Sunday, August 17, 2008
Birthdays birthdays
Last weekend it was my birthday and I travelled to Edinburgh by the train with my Mum (whose blog is listed down the right hand side). We had a fabulous time, enjoying the entertainment on offer at the annual Fringe Festival.
When I got back to London I celebrated it again with my dear housemates, including Jason whose birthday is the day after mine.
Then last weekend I celebrated the 1st birthday of my second cousin (my cousin's son).
Here are some photos showing the highlights of these happy times.
One day soon I will reflect on something 'green', and the state of this world, on my blog!
When I got back to London I celebrated it again with my dear housemates, including Jason whose birthday is the day after mine.
Then last weekend I celebrated the 1st birthday of my second cousin (my cousin's son).
Here are some photos showing the highlights of these happy times.
One day soon I will reflect on something 'green', and the state of this world, on my blog!
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
Music Meme
OK, I am really liking the memes which Barbara is posting on her blog recently. And I had to do this one.....
Select the top 7 songs which you're really into right now. And then tag 7 friends who can then do it. If you wish to join in, then please do (I'm not going to tag anyone!)
So here are my seven counted down (in no particular order, mind), complete with a youtube link.
IN AT NUMBER 7
It's Beverley Knight and her funky choon 'Queen of Starting Over'. This is an live version. I have seen her perform live twice and she is simply an AMAZING vocalist. This has been playing in my head a lot recently.
IT'S A NON-MOVER AT 6
This track is the most-played on my ipod, so I must like it I guess! It's a bit sombre tho. It's 'I'd Wait for Life' by Take That.
FLOATING IN AT NUMBER 5
Madonna's 'Hung Up', using a rip from the Abba song 'Gimme, Gimme, Gimme'. I like this a lot, and I also went to see the film 'Mamma Mia' last weekend with my Mum so I have lots of Abba tunes whizzing through my brain at the moment too.
FUNKY NUMBER 4
This is such a COOL dance track and everytime I listen to it, I have to dance and shake my booty! ;) It's 'Feels Like some Kinda Rush' by Booty Luv!
SO< DOWN TO OUR TOP THREE
Well, there's two fantastic songs by Tom Baxter (who else?!), the first one being 'The Moon and Me' which I listen to a lot.
And then there's 'Hot Wax to a Stone' - not on his albums, but on an EP and he often plays it live - and it's just wonderful...this particular recording is not amazing because it's recorded live in one of his concerts. I guess you need to be there to really appreciate it! :) I have the EP version on my ipod and I do listen to this a lot when I want to chill and be reflective.
FINALLY, THE NUMBER ONE IS....
These are in no particular order. However, this song 'She has No Time' by Keane is one of my favourite tracks of theirs.
So there, a mixture of uplifting dancey stuff, with a good dose introspective lyrics/chords ....
Select the top 7 songs which you're really into right now. And then tag 7 friends who can then do it. If you wish to join in, then please do (I'm not going to tag anyone!)
So here are my seven counted down (in no particular order, mind), complete with a youtube link.
IN AT NUMBER 7
It's Beverley Knight and her funky choon 'Queen of Starting Over'. This is an live version. I have seen her perform live twice and she is simply an AMAZING vocalist. This has been playing in my head a lot recently.
IT'S A NON-MOVER AT 6
This track is the most-played on my ipod, so I must like it I guess! It's a bit sombre tho. It's 'I'd Wait for Life' by Take That.
FLOATING IN AT NUMBER 5
Madonna's 'Hung Up', using a rip from the Abba song 'Gimme, Gimme, Gimme'. I like this a lot, and I also went to see the film 'Mamma Mia' last weekend with my Mum so I have lots of Abba tunes whizzing through my brain at the moment too.
FUNKY NUMBER 4
This is such a COOL dance track and everytime I listen to it, I have to dance and shake my booty! ;) It's 'Feels Like some Kinda Rush' by Booty Luv!
SO< DOWN TO OUR TOP THREE
Well, there's two fantastic songs by Tom Baxter (who else?!), the first one being 'The Moon and Me' which I listen to a lot.
And then there's 'Hot Wax to a Stone' - not on his albums, but on an EP and he often plays it live - and it's just wonderful...this particular recording is not amazing because it's recorded live in one of his concerts. I guess you need to be there to really appreciate it! :) I have the EP version on my ipod and I do listen to this a lot when I want to chill and be reflective.
FINALLY, THE NUMBER ONE IS....
These are in no particular order. However, this song 'She has No Time' by Keane is one of my favourite tracks of theirs.
So there, a mixture of uplifting dancey stuff, with a good dose introspective lyrics/chords ....
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