Not so much in the alcohol sense, but in the way you wake up and realise what happened last night. Today goes to THE MORNING AFTER THE NIGHT BEFORE.
Last night was Gaga, and it was brilliant. But waking up this morning, realised just how good last night was, was a bizarre feeling. How weird was last night?!
We went with Gaga in a taxi, which broke down, so we all got the subway, but that broke down too. As we all got outside, we were sucked into a twister, dumping us into an evil enchated forest in the middle of Central Park. From here, we managed to find the monster ball, but only after killing a massive octopus-like creature. Then we went home. Weird huh?
Anyway, a good weekend. THE MORNING AFTER THE NIGHT BEFORE, you are the Day Dedicatee for Sunday 28th February 2010.
Sunday 28 February 2010
Saturday 27th February 2010 - Lady Gaga
There are very few moments that will stick in my mind for life. The day I got home from school to see the World Trade Centers collapse on TV. My first day of secondary school. First kiss. You know, the usual type of things. But one more happened tonight, and thats seeing LADY GAGA at the O2.
There isn't a lot I can write that hasn't been already. She puts on an incredible show, and it was one of the best nights of my life. Everyone I have spoken to about the show - no matter where in the world they are - have loved it. She is just amazing.
She did a bit of new stuff - and loads of the old stuff. And I have never seen 27,000 people swaying their arms, and then 10 seconds later, jumping up and down. Thats how to put on a show.
LADY GAGA, you are the Day Dedicatee for Saturday 27th February 2010.
There isn't a lot I can write that hasn't been already. She puts on an incredible show, and it was one of the best nights of my life. Everyone I have spoken to about the show - no matter where in the world they are - have loved it. She is just amazing.
She did a bit of new stuff - and loads of the old stuff. And I have never seen 27,000 people swaying their arms, and then 10 seconds later, jumping up and down. Thats how to put on a show.
LADY GAGA, you are the Day Dedicatee for Saturday 27th February 2010.
Friday 26th February 2010 - Stress
Another quick one. Again.
Today goes to STRESS. This week has been seriously tough, I'm run down and thats why I've caught whatever this thing is. Its not the nicest thing in the world, but as long as it all clears up in the end, even better.
Yeah I probably have taken on more than I should have done, and yeah, I'm struggling a bit lately, but thats mainly because of negative input. If people all went along with what we've all agreed, then amazing. If they don't, there is suddenly something that has to be fixed, and thats where the stress builds. And thats just school.
STRESS, you are the Day Dedicatee for Friday 26th February 2010.
Today goes to STRESS. This week has been seriously tough, I'm run down and thats why I've caught whatever this thing is. Its not the nicest thing in the world, but as long as it all clears up in the end, even better.
Yeah I probably have taken on more than I should have done, and yeah, I'm struggling a bit lately, but thats mainly because of negative input. If people all went along with what we've all agreed, then amazing. If they don't, there is suddenly something that has to be fixed, and thats where the stress builds. And thats just school.
STRESS, you are the Day Dedicatee for Friday 26th February 2010.
Thursday 25th February 2010 - Wrong Choices
I'm so behind on blogging. I don't like being so behind.
Today goes to WRONG CHOICES. I've been ill 'today' - no voice, sore throat, headache, shattered - the normal. But stupidly, I decided it would be a good idea to go into school for the afternoon, mainly so I could go to Explorers 'tonight', but it didn't do me a lot of good.
I was invested at Explorers. With no voice. And it was debating night. Not a good idea. Grrr.
So hey ho! WRONG CHOICES, you are teh Day Dedicatee for Thursday 25th February 2010.
Today goes to WRONG CHOICES. I've been ill 'today' - no voice, sore throat, headache, shattered - the normal. But stupidly, I decided it would be a good idea to go into school for the afternoon, mainly so I could go to Explorers 'tonight', but it didn't do me a lot of good.
I was invested at Explorers. With no voice. And it was debating night. Not a good idea. Grrr.
So hey ho! WRONG CHOICES, you are teh Day Dedicatee for Thursday 25th February 2010.
Wednesday 24 February 2010
Wednesday 24th February 2010 - RAC
It was a toss up between this lot and iTunes tonight - but they've already had one! So, on with the show. Tonight goes to RAC.
You may be sitting reading this, thinking 'Why the hell have you picked this? Freak.' There is a perfectly legitimite reason! Tonight, the RAC allowed Isobel to shred her problems and come out of it all, so everything is now hunkydory!
Bar the fact my watch has broken, I've lost my voice, and my eczema is awful, but hey, we'll gloss over them and have a good night! The beer has been flowing, and I can smell curry, so the night looks young!
RAC, you are the Day Dedicatees for Wednesday 24th February 2010.;
You may be sitting reading this, thinking 'Why the hell have you picked this? Freak.' There is a perfectly legitimite reason! Tonight, the RAC allowed Isobel to shred her problems and come out of it all, so everything is now hunkydory!
Bar the fact my watch has broken, I've lost my voice, and my eczema is awful, but hey, we'll gloss over them and have a good night! The beer has been flowing, and I can smell curry, so the night looks young!
RAC, you are the Day Dedicatees for Wednesday 24th February 2010.;
Tuesday 23rd February 2010 - Saturday Night Peter
I was very tempted to do Peter Kay tonight, but have decided to keep him, just in case we get the tickets! So tonight goes to SATURDAY NIGHT PETER.
For those of you who don't know, this is Peter's second autobiography, and is probably one of the funniest books I've ever read. It was proper laugh-out-loud funny - and Mum and I have both said the same about the same bits. Its one of those books that is a total crossover-comedy read.
A classic in future years is this. Especially his Jacko joke. Oh, and the biscuit scene. Brilliant.
SATURDAY NIGHT PETER, you are the Day Dedicatee for Tuesday 23rd February 2010.
For those of you who don't know, this is Peter's second autobiography, and is probably one of the funniest books I've ever read. It was proper laugh-out-loud funny - and Mum and I have both said the same about the same bits. Its one of those books that is a total crossover-comedy read.
A classic in future years is this. Especially his Jacko joke. Oh, and the biscuit scene. Brilliant.
SATURDAY NIGHT PETER, you are the Day Dedicatee for Tuesday 23rd February 2010.
Monday 22nd February 2010 - Ellen DeGeneres
We have some catching up to do! And I really wish I had done this one on the night - when there was more time to write, but there just isn't! Stupid bloody English essays...
Tonight goes to ELLEN DEGENERES. This lovely lady has just taken over on American Idol, and was already beforehand one of my favourite US imports, and now it just makes everything better. There is now some humour on the panel, and someone who actually doesn't care what she says, but does it constructively.
She also happens to be married to a very beautiful woman - Portia de Rossi. Plus she's amazingly funny, so everything has its bonuses.
ELLEN DEGENERES, you are the Day Dedicatee for Monday 22nd February 2010.
Tonight goes to ELLEN DEGENERES. This lovely lady has just taken over on American Idol, and was already beforehand one of my favourite US imports, and now it just makes everything better. There is now some humour on the panel, and someone who actually doesn't care what she says, but does it constructively.
She also happens to be married to a very beautiful woman - Portia de Rossi. Plus she's amazingly funny, so everything has its bonuses.
ELLEN DEGENERES, you are the Day Dedicatee for Monday 22nd February 2010.
Monday 22 February 2010
Sunday 21st February 2010 - Lent
Going to be brief - blame Flickr for being stupid last night.
Well, today goes to LENT. Its something that I don't believe in in a spiritual sense, but I think it's quite good fun to try and give up something a go. I've gone for swearing, and biting my nails, whereas Isobel is on junk food. A lot easier for her really!
LENT, you are the Day Dedicatee for Sunday 21st February 2010.
Well, today goes to LENT. Its something that I don't believe in in a spiritual sense, but I think it's quite good fun to try and give up something a go. I've gone for swearing, and biting my nails, whereas Isobel is on junk food. A lot easier for her really!
LENT, you are the Day Dedicatee for Sunday 21st February 2010.
Saturday 20 February 2010
Saturday 20th February 2010 - Portsmouth FC
I didn't actually want to do this today - I wanted to start my football blog in its own seperate entity. But I feel like today should go to this lot. Today goes to PORTSMOUTH FC.
Today, they lost. Again. They're 8 points from safety, and that could be 17 by the end of next week. They're in deep financial trouble, and could go into administration by the end of the week.
After having four owners, and being on the verge of a fifth, they have over £60m of debt, and players, managers and owners are still suing them. Its a joke.
A club that won the FA Cup last year, they have been hit hard by debt, and the last year has been spent selling the team that took them to Wembley. Today could have been their last game at Fratton Park, as to stay in business, they may very well have to sell the stadium.
If only someone like Richard Branson comes in, pays off the debt and turns them around. Or Alan Sugar, who could just make a return into football to save a club. Whoever comes in will be a saviour, and a hero of the south coast.
Thats if anyone does. I hope they do. Play up Pompey.
PORTSMOUTH FC, you are the Day Dedicatee for Saturday 20th February 2010.
Today, they lost. Again. They're 8 points from safety, and that could be 17 by the end of next week. They're in deep financial trouble, and could go into administration by the end of the week.
After having four owners, and being on the verge of a fifth, they have over £60m of debt, and players, managers and owners are still suing them. Its a joke.
A club that won the FA Cup last year, they have been hit hard by debt, and the last year has been spent selling the team that took them to Wembley. Today could have been their last game at Fratton Park, as to stay in business, they may very well have to sell the stadium.
If only someone like Richard Branson comes in, pays off the debt and turns them around. Or Alan Sugar, who could just make a return into football to save a club. Whoever comes in will be a saviour, and a hero of the south coast.
Thats if anyone does. I hope they do. Play up Pompey.
PORTSMOUTH FC, you are the Day Dedicatee for Saturday 20th February 2010.
Friday 19 February 2010
Friday 19th February 2010 - Ken Hom
We're getting back to what this blog was set up for today. Today, the day goes to someone who has influenced my day in some way. And today, it goes to KEN HOM.
All of you will know who the little, bald Chinese bloke is. Yeah, he's the chef whose wok is bigger than him. The one who has the best collection of watches for a chef, and the one who specialises in Chinese cooking.
Isobel and I made his crispy chicken noodles tonight - they were really ncie. Took us hours from start to finish, but nice! And Mum, being a control freak, took over, which agitated me, but no swearing! Wahey!
So, KEN HOM, you are the Day Dedicatee for Friday 19th February 2010.
All of you will know who the little, bald Chinese bloke is. Yeah, he's the chef whose wok is bigger than him. The one who has the best collection of watches for a chef, and the one who specialises in Chinese cooking.
Isobel and I made his crispy chicken noodles tonight - they were really ncie. Took us hours from start to finish, but nice! And Mum, being a control freak, took over, which agitated me, but no swearing! Wahey!
So, KEN HOM, you are the Day Dedicatee for Friday 19th February 2010.
Thursday 18 February 2010
Thursday 18th February 2010 - k.d. lang
Isobel's home! At last, been a long week.
One continual thing keeping me ticking this week though? This lovely lady to the right. Yes, I said lady. Her name is k.d. lang - and for the first time since early November, I am not using capitals to distinguish who won today. k.d. prefers her name to always appear in lwoercase letters, so, I'll give it a go.
She shot BACK into the public spotlight thanks to last week's Olympic Opening Ceremony, and many believe her performance of 'Hallelujah' to be the best ever performed. I mean, how many artists have to perform an encore at a ceremony like the one in Vancouver?! She's released the eprformance as a single, adn it's in the UK iTunes Top 100 - not to mention the US.
So after falling in love with ehr voice last week, I did some Spotify-ing, and realised that actually, she's great at everything she's performed. k.d. is normally a pop-country singer, but she is massive in the US, Canada and Australia, and now gaining a growing number of fans here in the UK.
If you've never heard of her before, just YouTube her 'Hallelujah' performance, and do what half the world did and realise that this woman is extremely talented. Even Leonard Cohen's parents think this is the definitive version of teh song. And he wrote it!
k.d. lang, you are the Day Dedicatee for Thursday 18th February 2010.
One continual thing keeping me ticking this week though? This lovely lady to the right. Yes, I said lady. Her name is k.d. lang - and for the first time since early November, I am not using capitals to distinguish who won today. k.d. prefers her name to always appear in lwoercase letters, so, I'll give it a go.
She shot BACK into the public spotlight thanks to last week's Olympic Opening Ceremony, and many believe her performance of 'Hallelujah' to be the best ever performed. I mean, how many artists have to perform an encore at a ceremony like the one in Vancouver?! She's released the eprformance as a single, adn it's in the UK iTunes Top 100 - not to mention the US.
So after falling in love with ehr voice last week, I did some Spotify-ing, and realised that actually, she's great at everything she's performed. k.d. is normally a pop-country singer, but she is massive in the US, Canada and Australia, and now gaining a growing number of fans here in the UK.
If you've never heard of her before, just YouTube her 'Hallelujah' performance, and do what half the world did and realise that this woman is extremely talented. Even Leonard Cohen's parents think this is the definitive version of teh song. And he wrote it!
k.d. lang, you are the Day Dedicatee for Thursday 18th February 2010.
Wednesday 17 February 2010
Wednesday 17th February 2010 - O2 Arena
So, after a long day in London with Dad, I've chosen a winner for today. It could have been many - some of whom we've had already, and will become apparent as I go on - but also some which haven't.
First up was Moorfields Eye Hospital, which was in with a good shout. Somewhere, as Dad put it, can give the gift of sight back to someone - the ultimate gift. I could see where he was coming from, but if you were in need of a kidney or something? Anyway, I will move on...
Starbucks! Still hasn't got it (to my knowledge - correct me if I'm wrong...), and if SB's couldn't have it, then their cinnamon swirls with the best lemon icing in the world could have got it, or even a caramel macchiato, which is enough to warm you up on a cold day.
Or actually, today, the London weather?! A beautiful day - not a cloud in the sky - led to some great pictrues, and as we left the city, the place was slowly watching the sun sink below its foundations. A brilliant sight.
MJ could have got today - if he hasn't had it already. Mainly because of today's winner. Ladies and gentlemen, today goes to the O2 ARENA.
The picture shows what is known as the O2, with the arena actually being inside there, which is a great idea. All dreamed up to replace a massive white elephant that was the Millenium Dome, it has seen the biggest names in the music industry grace its stage - notably MJ, who never actually did step foot on the stage to perform.
What I didn't realise, however, is that enarly a third of the space in the O2 isn't actually used. It has been put aside for what is known as 'Phase II' - if London had won the super-casino license, it would have been built here, alonside a massive hotel WITHIN the complex. A massive feat for something that was over-budget, over-advertised and over-ambitious when built 10 years ago.
I'll have been here 3 times in 3 weeks come the beginning of March - today, the 27th for Lady Gaga, and the 3rd of March for the British Music Experience. All very exciting.
We came today for the MJ exhibition, which I have to say was truly outstanding. I would have liked to see a bit more of the 'This Is It' tour stuff - but what they did have was actually quite eery - knowing that it was all ready and the whole show was only missing one element was kinda creepy.
Anyway, today goes to the O2 ARENA.
First up was Moorfields Eye Hospital, which was in with a good shout. Somewhere, as Dad put it, can give the gift of sight back to someone - the ultimate gift. I could see where he was coming from, but if you were in need of a kidney or something? Anyway, I will move on...
Starbucks! Still hasn't got it (to my knowledge - correct me if I'm wrong...), and if SB's couldn't have it, then their cinnamon swirls with the best lemon icing in the world could have got it, or even a caramel macchiato, which is enough to warm you up on a cold day.
Or actually, today, the London weather?! A beautiful day - not a cloud in the sky - led to some great pictrues, and as we left the city, the place was slowly watching the sun sink below its foundations. A brilliant sight.
MJ could have got today - if he hasn't had it already. Mainly because of today's winner. Ladies and gentlemen, today goes to the O2 ARENA.
The picture shows what is known as the O2, with the arena actually being inside there, which is a great idea. All dreamed up to replace a massive white elephant that was the Millenium Dome, it has seen the biggest names in the music industry grace its stage - notably MJ, who never actually did step foot on the stage to perform.
What I didn't realise, however, is that enarly a third of the space in the O2 isn't actually used. It has been put aside for what is known as 'Phase II' - if London had won the super-casino license, it would have been built here, alonside a massive hotel WITHIN the complex. A massive feat for something that was over-budget, over-advertised and over-ambitious when built 10 years ago.
I'll have been here 3 times in 3 weeks come the beginning of March - today, the 27th for Lady Gaga, and the 3rd of March for the British Music Experience. All very exciting.
We came today for the MJ exhibition, which I have to say was truly outstanding. I would have liked to see a bit more of the 'This Is It' tour stuff - but what they did have was actually quite eery - knowing that it was all ready and the whole show was only missing one element was kinda creepy.
Anyway, today goes to the O2 ARENA.
Tuesday 16 February 2010
Tuesday 16th February 2010 - Avatar
Remind me, at the end, I have to tell you about my new ventures!
Today goes to AVATAR. Probably one of the greatest films ever made, but it certainly makes my top 5. Just a stunningly beautiful film. The colours, the incredible ideas behind it. The blossoming lvoe story beneatht he depths of what is really a cover-up for the battle between nature and man.
You see, in 100 years time, thats what actually could happen. We find life on another planet, so we raid it for all its worth. But the film showed this in such an incredible light. Yes, it was 2 hours 40, and yes, it was MILES too long, but as Will said, there was no way you could take anything out of that.
3D shows how good that film is. Sigourney Weaver was brilliant - better than Alien, I would say. Shes just a class actress. I'm glad my £7 went towards the $2.1b the film ahs grossed, and I'm glad I've seen that film.
AVATAR, you are the Day Dedicatee for Tuesday 16th February 2010.
(P.S. Couple of ideas. Gonna start writing a blog each weekend about the football and things - mainly for journalism and building a portfolio. Also gonna try and start keeping a proper journal each night, alongside my dream diary, and a diary when I eventually start my marathon training. Lot of work to go alongside everything! Sounds good thoguh!)
Today goes to AVATAR. Probably one of the greatest films ever made, but it certainly makes my top 5. Just a stunningly beautiful film. The colours, the incredible ideas behind it. The blossoming lvoe story beneatht he depths of what is really a cover-up for the battle between nature and man.
You see, in 100 years time, thats what actually could happen. We find life on another planet, so we raid it for all its worth. But the film showed this in such an incredible light. Yes, it was 2 hours 40, and yes, it was MILES too long, but as Will said, there was no way you could take anything out of that.
3D shows how good that film is. Sigourney Weaver was brilliant - better than Alien, I would say. Shes just a class actress. I'm glad my £7 went towards the $2.1b the film ahs grossed, and I'm glad I've seen that film.
AVATAR, you are the Day Dedicatee for Tuesday 16th February 2010.
(P.S. Couple of ideas. Gonna start writing a blog each weekend about the football and things - mainly for journalism and building a portfolio. Also gonna try and start keeping a proper journal each night, alongside my dream diary, and a diary when I eventually start my marathon training. Lot of work to go alongside everything! Sounds good thoguh!)
Monday 15 February 2010
Monday 15th February 2010 - Glee
One I've tried to avoid the last few weeks. A programme that has been MASSIVELY over-hyped - its not as good as everyone says - but still, its a very clever concept that clicks once you understand it. Today goes to GLEE.
Everyone has been wetting themselves over Glee - yes its good, and yes, I watch it each week, but I don't want to hear about it 24/7 from newspapers, magazines, TV, radio and friends! An older version of High School Musical crossed with the wit of Ugly Betty and the humour of Scrubs, and you have Glee.
I'm sure most of you have seen the programme, and will know what goes on and how it works. I reckon 50% of you will agree that Glee has become a whirlwind of media hypocrisy, and isn't actually as good as it sounds. It could, could, be a lot better, and I know thats me sticking my neck on the line, but seriously, it could.
To start with, Rachael has the most annoying face. It would look so much better with a fist in it. Quin's voice is like a silent but deadly fart - you can't hear it, but when it eventually hits you, you run for your life. And this dragging story of her pregnancy, and Terri being a nutter, is getting on my tits. If Glee is about having fun, and singing songs, then show the battle between Sue and Will more! Show the kids singing more songs, and show them getting to regionals - don't drag it over 13 hours of my life!
Anywway, if this is your first chance of hearing about Glee. Watch it. Seriously, it is good. But its one of those programmes that gets under your skin, and aggrevates you until you go out of your mind!
GLEE, youa re the Day Dedicatee for Monday 15th February 2010.
Everyone has been wetting themselves over Glee - yes its good, and yes, I watch it each week, but I don't want to hear about it 24/7 from newspapers, magazines, TV, radio and friends! An older version of High School Musical crossed with the wit of Ugly Betty and the humour of Scrubs, and you have Glee.
I'm sure most of you have seen the programme, and will know what goes on and how it works. I reckon 50% of you will agree that Glee has become a whirlwind of media hypocrisy, and isn't actually as good as it sounds. It could, could, be a lot better, and I know thats me sticking my neck on the line, but seriously, it could.
To start with, Rachael has the most annoying face. It would look so much better with a fist in it. Quin's voice is like a silent but deadly fart - you can't hear it, but when it eventually hits you, you run for your life. And this dragging story of her pregnancy, and Terri being a nutter, is getting on my tits. If Glee is about having fun, and singing songs, then show the battle between Sue and Will more! Show the kids singing more songs, and show them getting to regionals - don't drag it over 13 hours of my life!
Anywway, if this is your first chance of hearing about Glee. Watch it. Seriously, it is good. But its one of those programmes that gets under your skin, and aggrevates you until you go out of your mind!
GLEE, youa re the Day Dedicatee for Monday 15th February 2010.
Sunday 14 February 2010
Sunday 14th February 2010 - Sarah McLachlan
Happy Valentine's Day everyone. My first one spent with someone - but shes not here this week! So hello Isobel, if you read this - hope you've had a lovely day.
Today goes to someone I only recently discovered. Her name is SARAH MCLACHLAN, and she has one of the most beautiful voices I've ever heard.
She performed at the opening ceremony of the Olympics on Friday, and she won over many more fans. You probably won't know much of her stuff - shes not exactly a main stream name - but she is truly brilliant. Hunt down some of her live stuff - or the iTunes album she did with some interviews - and thats when you realise that this woman (who, believe it or not, is 42 - I was stunned when I heard...) really has something incredible.
SARAH MCLACHLAN, you are the Day Dedicatee for Sunday 14th February 2010.
Today goes to someone I only recently discovered. Her name is SARAH MCLACHLAN, and she has one of the most beautiful voices I've ever heard.
She performed at the opening ceremony of the Olympics on Friday, and she won over many more fans. You probably won't know much of her stuff - shes not exactly a main stream name - but she is truly brilliant. Hunt down some of her live stuff - or the iTunes album she did with some interviews - and thats when you realise that this woman (who, believe it or not, is 42 - I was stunned when I heard...) really has something incredible.
SARAH MCLACHLAN, you are the Day Dedicatee for Sunday 14th February 2010.
Saturday 13th February 2010 - Colin Murray
Seems I'm a day behind on blogs! Again! Well today would have gone to Fighting Talk, had it previously not already been covered, so for Fighting Talk, and being a rule-abiding citizen, today goes to COLIN MURRAY.
Now I love Colin. I listened to his late night show on Radio 1 from 2006 - and only missed the shows I had to. He introduced me to some amazing bands - like Arcade Fire, Serj Tankian and fully introduced me to the Editors, and then I listened to him all ngiht on his last show.
He then shuffled on over tho Radio 5 Live, and started Fighting Talk properly too. I've listened to that for 3 years now too - and love it. Colin just make it though - with Johnny Vaughan it was crap. I listened to re-runs.
I also finished the Fighting Talk book, and started Colin's today as well. Alongside Peter Kay, who may feature on here in the coming weeks as well now!
So, COLIN MURRAY, you are the Day Dedictaee for Saturday 13th February 2010.
Now I love Colin. I listened to his late night show on Radio 1 from 2006 - and only missed the shows I had to. He introduced me to some amazing bands - like Arcade Fire, Serj Tankian and fully introduced me to the Editors, and then I listened to him all ngiht on his last show.
He then shuffled on over tho Radio 5 Live, and started Fighting Talk properly too. I've listened to that for 3 years now too - and love it. Colin just make it though - with Johnny Vaughan it was crap. I listened to re-runs.
I also finished the Fighting Talk book, and started Colin's today as well. Alongside Peter Kay, who may feature on here in the coming weeks as well now!
So, COLIN MURRAY, you are the Day Dedictaee for Saturday 13th February 2010.
Saturday 13 February 2010
Friday 12th February 2010 - Vancouver 2010
It may be a shockingly pixelated image, and it may have started off with some very sad news, but VANCOUVER 2010 kicks off today, and it already looks to be topping Torino 2006.
So the Winter Olympics are under way, but with the death of a Georgian who was competing in the luge, a sombre atmosphere surrounded BC Place, and a standing ovation really was very fitting.
Theres not a lot more that can be written until the Games well and truly get going, but the warmth of the city could be a massive downfall to the well-being of the Games.
VANCOUVER 2010, you are the Day Dedicatee for Friday 12th February 2010.
So the Winter Olympics are under way, but with the death of a Georgian who was competing in the luge, a sombre atmosphere surrounded BC Place, and a standing ovation really was very fitting.
Theres not a lot more that can be written until the Games well and truly get going, but the warmth of the city could be a massive downfall to the well-being of the Games.
VANCOUVER 2010, you are the Day Dedicatee for Friday 12th February 2010.
Thursday 11 February 2010
Thursday 11th February 2010 - Alexander McQueen
Its been a very sad day for the fashion world today. One of the stalwarts of the modern era sadly died earlier this afternoon, many believe through suicide. This man, one of the greatest fashion designers of all time, was ALEXANDER MCQUEEN.
Real name Lee McQueen, he didn't directly affect me. But he created some beautiful things, including possible my favourite catwalk item ever, the Wing dress. At over £4,000, it was a massive investment, but in midnight blue, it was beautiful. Shoes, jeans, jackets, dresses. You name it, he designed it. He's been around for years, and to pass away at just 40 makes the situation even worse.
This man probably had so much more to give to the fashion world, and would have developed more ideas into the biggest and the best at fashion shows. The man may be gone, but his legacy lives on through his company, and hopefully, they will do this man justice.
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN, rest in peace. You are the Day Dedicatee for Thursday 11th February 2010.
Real name Lee McQueen, he didn't directly affect me. But he created some beautiful things, including possible my favourite catwalk item ever, the Wing dress. At over £4,000, it was a massive investment, but in midnight blue, it was beautiful. Shoes, jeans, jackets, dresses. You name it, he designed it. He's been around for years, and to pass away at just 40 makes the situation even worse.
This man probably had so much more to give to the fashion world, and would have developed more ideas into the biggest and the best at fashion shows. The man may be gone, but his legacy lives on through his company, and hopefully, they will do this man justice.
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN, rest in peace. You are the Day Dedicatee for Thursday 11th February 2010.
Wednesday 10 February 2010
Wednesday 10th February 2010 - Budweiser
This may make me seem like a bit of a drunk, but I shall explain!
After some very, VERY long days, and some big sporting occasions over the weekend, BUDWEISER has become my friend! The best beer to drink 'leisurely' (I say that loosely - I don't have a drink every time I need to relax!) but a cold beer on an early spring day is a lovely feeling.
I'm sure most men can relate. If there is beer in the fridge, it is there for a reason, and beer ties the bonds between father and son. Dad and I have had a couple of really good catch ups over beer the last few weeks - been really nice. And hopefully, during next week, we can have some decent 'lads nights in'!
So, BUDWEISER, you are the Day Dedicatee for Wednesday 10th February 2010.
After some very, VERY long days, and some big sporting occasions over the weekend, BUDWEISER has become my friend! The best beer to drink 'leisurely' (I say that loosely - I don't have a drink every time I need to relax!) but a cold beer on an early spring day is a lovely feeling.
I'm sure most men can relate. If there is beer in the fridge, it is there for a reason, and beer ties the bonds between father and son. Dad and I have had a couple of really good catch ups over beer the last few weeks - been really nice. And hopefully, during next week, we can have some decent 'lads nights in'!
So, BUDWEISER, you are the Day Dedicatee for Wednesday 10th February 2010.
Tuesday 9th February 2010 - 150
Today is a relatively big day for Day Dedication. Today (not last week, as I said before - sorry!) is the 150th blog!
So naturally, as time-honored tradition predicts, today's Dedicatee is 150.
There are 150 Psalms in the Bible. 'Scrubs' had 150 episodes. Gabon has the 150th highest population in the world. And now, Day Dedication has 150 entrants.
I'm very tempted to attempt to turn some of these into a book - especially seeing as there are currently 7 'Books', with 2 more on the way at least. So it is all looking good!
So, 150, you are the Day Dedicatee for Tuesday 9th February 2010.
So naturally, as time-honored tradition predicts, today's Dedicatee is 150.
There are 150 Psalms in the Bible. 'Scrubs' had 150 episodes. Gabon has the 150th highest population in the world. And now, Day Dedication has 150 entrants.
I'm very tempted to attempt to turn some of these into a book - especially seeing as there are currently 7 'Books', with 2 more on the way at least. So it is all looking good!
So, 150, you are the Day Dedicatee for Tuesday 9th February 2010.
Monday 8th February 2010 - New Orleans Saints
I have a couple of days of catch up - mainly down to last night/this morning!
Today goes to NEW ORLEANS SAINTS, who deservedly won the Super Bowl last night, with Drew Brees, the quarterback, winning MVP. A great game, of which I loved every second - and it was so worth staying up until half past 3 this morning.
Really enjoyed it - like REALLY enjoyed it. If only the 49ers could get to the Super Bowl!
NEW ORLEANS SAINTS, you are the Day Dedicatee for Monday 8th February 2010.
Today goes to NEW ORLEANS SAINTS, who deservedly won the Super Bowl last night, with Drew Brees, the quarterback, winning MVP. A great game, of which I loved every second - and it was so worth staying up until half past 3 this morning.
Really enjoyed it - like REALLY enjoyed it. If only the 49ers could get to the Super Bowl!
NEW ORLEANS SAINTS, you are the Day Dedicatee for Monday 8th February 2010.
Sunday 7 February 2010
Sunday 7th February 2010 - Super Bowl XLIV
None of you will be interested in this one - unless your name is Damian. But tonight, I will be awake until 3 o'clock tomorrow morning. Because tonight is the biggest annual sporting spectacle the world sees. Tonight, is SUPER BOWL XLIV.
Its the New Orleans Saints versus the Indianapolis Colts tonight, and its going to be a very high scoring game. Both teams have a good offense, and quite a poor (compared to other teams) defense, which should lead to a really good match.
I'm backing the Saints, but most believe the Colts will take it tonight. But you watch it for the show, and how big America can make this programme, rather than the game! The Who are on at half time, with Carrie Underwood singing the anthem. Brilliant.
So, let the game begin.
SUPER BOWL XLIV, you are the Day Dedicatee for Sunday 7th February 2010.
Its the New Orleans Saints versus the Indianapolis Colts tonight, and its going to be a very high scoring game. Both teams have a good offense, and quite a poor (compared to other teams) defense, which should lead to a really good match.
I'm backing the Saints, but most believe the Colts will take it tonight. But you watch it for the show, and how big America can make this programme, rather than the game! The Who are on at half time, with Carrie Underwood singing the anthem. Brilliant.
So, let the game begin.
SUPER BOWL XLIV, you are the Day Dedicatee for Sunday 7th February 2010.
Saturday 6 February 2010
Saturday 6th February 2010 - Pukka Pad
You may think this is a bit weird, but I shall explain. Last night, I decided to try and organise all my 'media projects'. The newspaper, the podcast, and the BBC School Report/Sport Relief projects. This meant that my old notebooks weren't good enough for the job, so what came along to fix it? PUKKA PADS.
What a brilliant invention. Their only difference between a normal pad is the fact that they were the first to introduce dividers in their books. They can charge extortionate prices for a notebook - some are about £7 - and the paper is good quality, but they caught the market just when it arrived. Cheaper alternatives - some probably better - have come along, but the audience are already captivated with the good ol' Pukka Pad. Brilliant.
PUKKA PADS, you are the Day Dedicatee for Saturday 6th February 2010.
What a brilliant invention. Their only difference between a normal pad is the fact that they were the first to introduce dividers in their books. They can charge extortionate prices for a notebook - some are about £7 - and the paper is good quality, but they caught the market just when it arrived. Cheaper alternatives - some probably better - have come along, but the audience are already captivated with the good ol' Pukka Pad. Brilliant.
PUKKA PADS, you are the Day Dedicatee for Saturday 6th February 2010.
Friday 5th February 2010 - School Newspaper
Another speedy one, but I'm all outta ideas! I'm really uninspired for everything at the minute!
Today goes to the SCHOOL NEWSPAPER - the HBS Chronicle. I'm helping put it all together - and everything seems to be going well. We have a team of dedicated people who are really interested in what they are doing, and over 30 people involved show it is still growing.
We want ideas to funnel through, so having segmented areas make it all good. And everything works, and is slowly coming together to make the best issue we've had so far.
So, the HBS Chronicle, and SCHOOL NEWSPAPERS, you are the Day Dedicatee for Friday 5th February 2010.
Today goes to the SCHOOL NEWSPAPER - the HBS Chronicle. I'm helping put it all together - and everything seems to be going well. We have a team of dedicated people who are really interested in what they are doing, and over 30 people involved show it is still growing.
We want ideas to funnel through, so having segmented areas make it all good. And everything works, and is slowly coming together to make the best issue we've had so far.
So, the HBS Chronicle, and SCHOOL NEWSPAPERS, you are the Day Dedicatee for Friday 5th February 2010.
Thursday 4th March 2010 - Sport Relief
Going to be very quick - I have a lot of blog updating to do!
Today goes to SPORT RELIEF. We've chosen the charity as our form charity fundraiser, and the aspirations are high. I've been put in overall charge, and we're going to try and raise more money than any other form has before. We're going to aim for about £6,500.
Now thats a lot of money. And a lot of effort too. We've decided to have a week of events, including the Sport Relief Mile. Very exciting.
SPORT RELIEF, you are the Day Dedicatee for Thursday 4th March 2010.
Today goes to SPORT RELIEF. We've chosen the charity as our form charity fundraiser, and the aspirations are high. I've been put in overall charge, and we're going to try and raise more money than any other form has before. We're going to aim for about £6,500.
Now thats a lot of money. And a lot of effort too. We've decided to have a week of events, including the Sport Relief Mile. Very exciting.
SPORT RELIEF, you are the Day Dedicatee for Thursday 4th March 2010.
Wednesday 3 February 2010
Wednesday 3rd February 2010 - The Sea
Something I wanted to do yesterday after hearing it for the first time. Wanted to sit down and just write to it while I revelled in how good this album really was. Today goes to THE SEA, the new Corinne Bailey Rae album.
For those of you who don't know why this album is quite poignant, it is because Corinne's husband died of a drug overdose in 2008. But through that, she found the inspiration for this album. Going back to Frank Gardner, she has courage that I don't think I'd have. If I had to write a song about a lost love on, it would rip me to shreds every time I sang it.
There is a song though that just game me goosebumps, and still does now I've heard it and listened into what she's saying. It is called, funnily enough, 'The Sea', and closes the album. It has a moment after about three minutes where there is a slight break, and a key change, and the roar of the strings just make me realise that actually, not everything in the world is as bad as it seems. Things really can get better, and all it takes is a bit of fixing, thinking and sorting to make it all worthwhile.
So if you get the chance, just listen to that one track. I'm so glad I did - really did make my day.
THE SEA, you are the Day Dedicatee for Wednesday 3rd February 2010.
For those of you who don't know why this album is quite poignant, it is because Corinne's husband died of a drug overdose in 2008. But through that, she found the inspiration for this album. Going back to Frank Gardner, she has courage that I don't think I'd have. If I had to write a song about a lost love on, it would rip me to shreds every time I sang it.
There is a song though that just game me goosebumps, and still does now I've heard it and listened into what she's saying. It is called, funnily enough, 'The Sea', and closes the album. It has a moment after about three minutes where there is a slight break, and a key change, and the roar of the strings just make me realise that actually, not everything in the world is as bad as it seems. Things really can get better, and all it takes is a bit of fixing, thinking and sorting to make it all worthwhile.
So if you get the chance, just listen to that one track. I'm so glad I did - really did make my day.
THE SEA, you are the Day Dedicatee for Wednesday 3rd February 2010.
Tuesday 2 February 2010
Tuesday 2nd February 2010 - Making A Difference
I apologise if this turns into me preaching to you all again, but I feel, on today of all days, this one should come out. Today goes to MAKING A DIFFERENCE.
Now yesterday, I 'announced' to everyone my intentions to run a mini-marathon next year. I thought it was quite a nice time to do it, but I didn't mention my reasons. They will all come out later on in the year.
But then, this morning, we had aman called Paul Harris come in and take assembly. He started, and I thought 'here we go...', but by the end, I felt inspired. Probably because of what it was about, but it really hit it home for me.
He started to talk to us at depth about what he thought - he is a Christian leader, but his religion didn't come across at all. He discussed Haiti, and world poverty, and then came up with this little gem.
'The world is waiting for a generation to change'
He is so right. All this globe needs is a generation of people who are willing to give, and do what it takes to ensure eternal happiness on Earth. And yes, everyone will be sad at some point, but in terms of a global scale. So to do this, we solve world poverty, we find cures for AIDS and cancer - two of the biggest killers in the world, and we enable the poorest countries in the world to fend for themselves.
All we have to do, is simply make a difference. If every person who isn't in poverty on the planet, we'd have £3billion at the disposal of the charities and aid companies. All it takes is for people to give up a little of what they have, and the world will become such a better place.
MAKING A DIFFERENCE, you are the Day Dedicatee for Tuesday 2nd February 2010.
Now yesterday, I 'announced' to everyone my intentions to run a mini-marathon next year. I thought it was quite a nice time to do it, but I didn't mention my reasons. They will all come out later on in the year.
But then, this morning, we had aman called Paul Harris come in and take assembly. He started, and I thought 'here we go...', but by the end, I felt inspired. Probably because of what it was about, but it really hit it home for me.
He started to talk to us at depth about what he thought - he is a Christian leader, but his religion didn't come across at all. He discussed Haiti, and world poverty, and then came up with this little gem.
'The world is waiting for a generation to change'
He is so right. All this globe needs is a generation of people who are willing to give, and do what it takes to ensure eternal happiness on Earth. And yes, everyone will be sad at some point, but in terms of a global scale. So to do this, we solve world poverty, we find cures for AIDS and cancer - two of the biggest killers in the world, and we enable the poorest countries in the world to fend for themselves.
All we have to do, is simply make a difference. If every person who isn't in poverty on the planet, we'd have £3billion at the disposal of the charities and aid companies. All it takes is for people to give up a little of what they have, and the world will become such a better place.
MAKING A DIFFERENCE, you are the Day Dedicatee for Tuesday 2nd February 2010.
Monday 1st February 2010 - Frank Gardner
Today will be relatively short, because it isn't actually finished! Today goes to FRANK GARDNER.
Now I doubt many of you will know who Frank Gardner is. This man is probably one of the most corageous men alive. But he is only alive by a mass of love, warmth and luck.
You see, Frank is the BBC Security Correspondent. He has a fond love of travel, and to be given the chance to travel across the globe mixing two of his favourite things is the best thing in the world for him. But in 2004, Frank was shot 6 times by Al-Qaeda. His cameraman died. He was left bleeding to death in the middle of a road - even though he was shouting for help in Arabic.
After 7 very long months, and a period of depression, Frank finally came to the understanding that he would never be able to walk again.
6 years later though, and Frank is back in the Middle East reporting, he is skiing using a bob-ski, he is trekking through jungles, and is able to stand for periods of time on a frame.
This man just shows the courage we should all have in life.
FRANK GARDNER, you are the Day Dedicatee for Monday 1st February 2010.
Now I doubt many of you will know who Frank Gardner is. This man is probably one of the most corageous men alive. But he is only alive by a mass of love, warmth and luck.
You see, Frank is the BBC Security Correspondent. He has a fond love of travel, and to be given the chance to travel across the globe mixing two of his favourite things is the best thing in the world for him. But in 2004, Frank was shot 6 times by Al-Qaeda. His cameraman died. He was left bleeding to death in the middle of a road - even though he was shouting for help in Arabic.
After 7 very long months, and a period of depression, Frank finally came to the understanding that he would never be able to walk again.
6 years later though, and Frank is back in the Middle East reporting, he is skiing using a bob-ski, he is trekking through jungles, and is able to stand for periods of time on a frame.
This man just shows the courage we should all have in life.
FRANK GARDNER, you are the Day Dedicatee for Monday 1st February 2010.
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