December 12, 2008
Here are my favourite photos of Minnie. Unfortunately, the cancer in her nose proved too much for her and we had to take her to the vet to be put to sleep. She battled on, but couldn’t breath and had too many sleepless nights.
We ‘borrowed’ her from Manchester Dogs home around four years ago and then decided we couldn’t send her back, so we had to adopt her. She lived a very quiet life, in fact, it was about three months before she even made a sound, when she barked at Dave when he came in the house.
We still can’t believe she was there in the first place. She was very well house trained and highly independant. We only ever needed to put her on the lead to cross the road, or to stop other dogs having a go at her. She did have a bit of a tissue fetish though, which we never quite worked out. We’d get up on a morning and the top of the stairs would be covered in used tissues that she’d tear into strips. Still, you’ve got to amuse yourself in this life. She did have to go on Hormone Replacement Therapy though, which was amusing.
She always slept a lot and liked a brew and toast in the mornings, but doesn’t everyone?
I don’t know if they have the internet in doggy heaven, but if you’re reading this Minnie, we hope you have met up with Pippa and are having a great time barking at cats again.
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November 3, 2008
Had the Crazy misfortune to actually finish a job I started this weekend! I still can’t believe it, but I now own a 50% share in a completed garden decking project.
Oh, for reference, I’ve trashed my back…
By the way, before anyone else asks, that’s not a dog bone on the table, it’s a Toblerone. I mean, it’s obvious if you think about it.
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July 25, 2008
Doris keeps telling people that I work in computers, thinking I fix PCs. Then she remembered that I was a Computer Programmer. In actual fact, I haven’t been a programmer for the last eight years. So, here you are darling, I have found a pretty general overview of what my day entails:
DBA Daily Checklist
Don’t worry Jeanette, you don’t have to understand it…
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April 8, 2008
I came across a posting on a website that I had to share. Thing is, I recognised it and I’m sure everyone reading this will have recognised the same in their time. It is an article on the ‘New Man’. I won’t describe it, as it will take away from you reading the document. I don’t want to start a bidding war of any kind, but I’ve encountered two ‘New Men’.
I know that one of these got his come-uppance and few years ago, and rightly so. I’m not a bitter man, but I’m sure the second one is just around the corner.
Here is the article, it is very well written and the comments are also, Enjoy!
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March 27, 2008
Newsflash - Tonight, I asked Jeanette to marry me and she has accepted. No, it’s not April 1st, it’s the 27th March. More details to follow. Get saving lads, there’s a stag do to consider…
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February 11, 2008
No, not Michael Flatley, the Ferry that was pushed aground at Cleveleys (just above Blackpool). There are more photos which I took with my SLR to come, but here is a quick snap from my Nokia 6300 mobile.
I’ve zoomed, moved, blurred etc to get it to be suitable as my mobile wallpaper. If you steal it for yourself, let me know.
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February 4, 2008
As this year is the 50th anniversary of the Munich Air Disaster, United sponsors AIG came up with an idea to emblazen the front of Old Trafford with the last United line up when they faced Red Star Belgrade.
The statue of Sir Matt Busby stands proudly in the middle and the Calypso on the right. I’ve seen it twice now, in the light and in the dark and I honestly think it looks brilliant.
Judge for yourself with this picture taken with my mobile phone.
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February 4, 2008
Beetham Tower taken by Doris on her mobile phone. On the phone, it actually makes this look like it’s a drawing. A good picture, but don’t tell her that!
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December 18, 2007
Just a quick note to let you all know that I completed the Santa Dash on Sunday and managed to raise a grand total of £130. Thank you so much.
Pictured with me is my mate Stoo who looked like Santas Little Helper, not that we held back from telling him that, and, to be honest, he already knew.
I can tell you, it was absolutely freezing down on Salford Quays, but it was a fun day all the same.
Thanks to all who sponsored me.
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November 30, 2007
I’ve signed up for this years Santa Dash at Salford Quays on the 16th December in aid of the British Heart Foundation:
Please sponsor me by clicking here
Why not take part yourself by clicking here
- Did I mention you get a FREE santa suit!
Join the British Heart Foundation and hundreds of others for some festive fun at the Salford Quays Santa Jog on 16 December 2007. Ideal for all ages and abilities, the 3km course will start at the Lowry Outlet Mall plaza, then take in all of the Quays attractions. Every adult taking part will receive their very own Santa Suit to wear on the day, while under-14s are encouraged to be creative and take part in our fancy dress competition.
Entry Fees
Adults: £10 (includes a free Santa Suit)
Under-14s: £5
By taking part in the Quays Santa Jog, your fundraising efforts will help the BHF to fund life-saving research and support for heart disease sufferers in the UK. So, why not get a team together of friends, family or colleagues and get your heart pumping so we can give the best gift of all this Christmas – the gift of life.
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