rants and raves

Going Rogue From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's Neighbourhood (6 hours old)

May 2009: NCSoft, the people behind the City of Heroes MMORPG, announces their plans to release an expansion to the game. Called "Going Rogue", this expansion will allow players to delve into the murk… more

Plasma in California From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (7 hours old)

News item: California is considering a ban on big-screen plasma television sets because they draw huge amounts of electricity. Well, they do, though some say the claim is exaggerated. Though a fri… more

Homework From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (1 day old)

News item: a family in Calgary has negotiated a pact with their children's school that eliminates homework for the kids. With all the extracurricular activities the kids were in, and with other family… more

Personal Grooming Habits From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (2 days old)

WARNING: This post deals with potentially controversial subject matter that may be offensive to some. "These days, you can find a Bush in the white house, but you can't find one in adult video." -… more

Now Out on DVD From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (3 days old)

(I picked up my copy on the way home from work.) … more

It actually never stops From barneyrulz in Angst? Me? Never. (3 days old)

John had a mini seizure today. I feel awful that my gran was on her own with him. My mum feels awful that she isn't here, although she is coming back tomorrow night now. We have to make an appointment… more

Hospital From RGray1981 ^Pro in (3 days old)

Ryan is recovering in the hospital. He wished his dear friends know he is not ignoring you but is unable to respond to you for a while. Michael has been taking wonderful care of him but there does … more

Shakin' From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (4 days old)

Shakin', by The Dandy Warhols Oh you got me shakin, oh you got me high. I didn't know till now, I'm not that good, But you were drinking, and thinking all night. You were hot so you thought,… more

Isn't it wonderful? From RGray1981 ^Pro in (4 days old)

Isn't it wonderful when you spend an hour writing a long post and your computer connection goes on the wonk at the precise moment you pressed the publish button? I have searched and find that I don't… more

Waiting for the postman From lee954 in Minimalist poet, minimalist lifestyle (4 days old)

My social services key worker has just informed me that I've been granted a mobility bus pass: the paperwork is in the post. It's only valid on buses in South Yorkshire; but it does mean that I can… more

Movie Review - The Notorious Bettie Page (2005) From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (5 days old)

I will admit up front that I am a bit of a Bettie Page fan. Though just her routine "pinup" pictures. She had a sideline for which she became famous (infamous?) that I'm not into. More on that later. … more

New Keeper and New Address From RGray1981 ^Pro in (5 days old)

I would like to inform those who correspond with me via email of my new address.  You may send any further emails to:  crbarringtongray@yahoo.co.uk Also I find it my duty to inform you all that the … more

A Gift for the Invalid From RGray1981 ^Pro in (5 days old)

He left his clothes on the bed,  hoping perhaps I will sort them.  But to sweeten the mix he has also left a small gift.  I am almost certain this is more for him and his boy than for me.  The fact… more

First thing that popped into my mind when I left the tepee From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (5 days old)

Some of the best funny personal names can be found in the US Indian Census of 1880. The anglophile versions of Native Indian names can be hilarious simply due to loose translations. Native America… more

Don't be so mean! From barneyrulz in Angst? Me? Never. (5 days old)

I will stop thinking that my friend's "relationship" with her boyfriend is stupid. Just because I think it's impossible, stupid and pointless to conduct a while relationship by text does not make i… more

The book to buy all your male friends for Chistmas From prydwen in (5 days old)

'Busty, Slag and Nob End' by Russell Ash. This adults only book of 'Remarkably rude but real names of people, places and products from all over the world' will have any male laughing his head off wit… more

Album Cover Challenge From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's Neighbourhood (6 days old)

Create your own album cover! 1 - Go to "wikipedia." Hit “random” or click http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:Random The first random wikipedia article you get is the name of your band. 2… more

Movie Review - War (2007) From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (6 days old)

War is a violent tale of revenge and retribution, set in San Francisco. In the opening scene, FBI Agents John Crawford and Tom Lone face off against a notorious Yakuza assassin known only as the Rogue… more

Hampstead Heath From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (6 days old)

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Top Ten adult movie titles From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (6 days old)

1. Forest Hump 2. The Object Of My Erection 3. The Porn Identity 4. Sex Trek: The Next Penetration 5. Shaving Ryan's Privates 6. ET: The Extra Testicle 7. Alien vs Sex Predator 8. Sex Toy … more

As Predicted From RGray1981 ^Pro in (6 days old)

Looks as though the bad weather is finally here.  Lashing rain, wind, but nothing excited like perhaps thunder and lightening. I remember a few storms like that when I was a boy.  I remember wanting … more

Annual Respiratory Illness Fete Today From RGray1981 ^Pro in (6 days old)

Yes, I suppose one could reasonably say that my Respiratory ailments are very nearly like clockwork, or at least timely on a yearly basis.  I've been to the surgery, been given the same instructions … more

What Continent Are You? From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's Neighbourhood (6 days old)

You Are Antarctica You are tough, adventurous, and a survivor. You don't let your fears ever hold you back. You like to challenge yourself in all arenas. You want to see the world and make new d… more

Thought for the day From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (6 days old)

I was born on the cusp of Leo and Capricorn...... Does this make me a Leprechaun?… more

John and Edward From prydwen in Grin and bear it (6 days old)

So John and Edward are called Jedward. Anyone else wish they'd been called Peter and Rick? … more

What! Londoner's wont even share a taxi..... From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (6 days old)

Found in the San Franscisco Chronicle So you think London, population 8 million, is crowded with the living? There are many millions more under the soil of a city that has been inhabited for … more

When is "Therapeutic" Sex, not "Therapeutic" Sex? From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (6 days old)

The U.S. Tax Court ruled in September that William Halby, 78, owes back taxes because he improperly tried to deduct $300,000 over a five-year period for "medical" expenses that were merely purchases o… more

Want a tune on the radio From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (6 days old)

Listen in to Seahaven FM, phone 01323 899226 and Danny and I will play you a tune....… more

Down to one drink a week now From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (7 days old)

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Friday the 13th From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (7 days old)

It's Friday the 13th! :D Some images to celebrate: … more