Meh. I was not overly impressed. I had an inkling just a few minutes into this episode of Dr Who, "The Time of the Doctor", that I might be saying this later if not sooner: Oh no, they have over-hyped a show that has none. This Christmas special under-achieved so much that I have no... Continue Reading →
Who is Behind the Doctor?
Too often we focus on the imaginary characters of a production - and not on the people that make it all possible. For over 25 years I have been an ardent fan of the television series 'Doctor Who'. Between his regenerations, his varied companions, his choice in clothing genre's, plus the amazing evolution of the... Continue Reading →
Movie Review: World War Z
Watched 'World War Z' this evening. Previously I have said "What is the freaking point of movies about Zombies?? It looks awful!" I've changed my mind. In fact, I'd say my mind has been blown. If you haven't seen this movie, my review won't spoil it; What I say here is more a semi-cryptic review... Continue Reading →
Reminiscing (1996)
I almost remember it like it was yesterday, yet suddenly feel so old. The wife and I had been dating about 6 months. We had spent one evening looking after the young three daughters of my wife's Aunt, plus about nine of their friends, taking them all for dinner to local McDonalds. It was the... Continue Reading →
Never Buy Cheap Camera Equipment
Seriously, when it comes to dSLR equipment, never go cheap! I bought a 67mm neutral density filter when I was on Kangaroo Island last time I was there. I cannot recall the brand, but I do recall that it was about $15. I should have stopped right there, but I wanted to test some ideas.... Continue Reading →
Four Simple Tips for Selling Products by Phone
I've been housebound for about 3 weeks, suffering from Gastro, Severe Vertigo, and Tinnitus. Consequently, I have had to deal with the 3 or 4 telephone calls each day that, according to the person ringing, are not selling anything. Yet, ultimately, they are. What has rattled me today is not that they call me - but they... Continue Reading →
Past, Present and Future
It is getting closer to the birth of my first child - between 5 and 25 days remaining! Every day I wonder what gender the child will be, what name we will give it ... but most of all I imagine myself sitting here on the lounge with a baby falling asleep on my chest... Continue Reading →
Surely How Kahlua Decided the Flavours
For our late-evening dessert tonight (10.December.2011), I mixed ice-cream with alcohol, and made sure it was the good stuff! Recipe: 2 x Bowls. My wife prefers to use tea-spoons. It makes the contents of the bowl look bigger and last longer. So she says. 2 x spoons. Only if you aren't in a healthy relationship... Continue Reading →
Making Every Opportunity Matter
It's great to know that a quote given by one of the original Tuskegee pilots said during the discussion-days with the actors went on to become the most important quote to come out of this film: Red Tails Nothing is difficult, everything is a challenge. When you think about it, that is the best way... Continue Reading →
Photography, My Recreational Diversion
"Photography to the amateur is recreation, to the professional it is work, and hard work too, no matter how pleasurable it my be" ~ E. Weston I found this quote upon the Facebook-wall of Mel Neumann, a fellow photographer here in Adelaide, South Australia. Whilst I like the quote, it bugged me that it defines... Continue Reading →
An Evening with Kristen Weaver
Last night (05.Sept.2011), I had the good fortune to hear Kristen Weaver speak about the last two years of her photographic journey - between amateur and photographic stardom! I arrrived at the venue about 6pm, but PW's were not opening the doors until 6.45pm. So I stood and waited. The reason I tell you this is because it... Continue Reading →
Into the Wilderness of Youth and Inexperience
I don't often review movies unless they have had a MASSIVE effect on me. Today I have two movies to watch, both recommended by some Facebook (of all places) conversations. 1. Into the Wild First a book, then a movie about the journey of Christopher Johnson McCandless. What you read below is as I wrote... Continue Reading →
Stephen Mitchell | Life Lessons, Creativity & Personal Growth 
[…] with XXY, and alone now, has taught me that my brain is wired differently to most – yet I…
[…] Living with XXY, and alone now, has taught me that my brain is wired differently to most – yet…