The Witty Ways of a Wayward Woman

EARTH HOUR 2009 ; GLOBAL WARNING LAST CHANCE FOR CHANGE

The 28th March 2009 is Earth Hour Day where across the world at 8.30pm local time cities, towns, villages and individuals will be turning off their lights as a demonstration of their concern about global warming. Some of you may recall that last year I reviewed a book on my blog called Global Warning; Last Chance for Change by Paul Brown, former environmental correspondent with The Guardian newspaper. You can read my full review of Global Warning HERE. Paul’s book is singularly probably the most important book I have ever read. In outlines a future that through ignorance and greed mankind will bring about irreversible, runaway climate change which will be catastrophic for for our survival. According to Paul’s book scientists believe that a 2 degrees rise in temperature will be the tipping point for runaway climate change and their best calculations, taking into account that it takes approximately 25-

janeturley 12 March 2009 7 Comments

I AM A FRAUD!

Yes, I have finally been caught out. You see last week Paul Burman started a desk meme and showed the world a picture of his writing space and it was wonderful – a lovely room, a beautiful view and even a desk he made himself. Mmm – I love a man with creative hands and a creative mind! Luckily for Paul he lives in Australia otherwise I might have popped over and asked him to rebuild my kitchen worktops. (Ahem.) Yes, well the reason I’ve been caught out is that Paul said he had been inspired by my post A Book Tag Which Went Disastrously Wrong where I’d posted a picture of my desk. Shocked by this news, in a moment of rare (?) foolishness and down right stupidity I sent Paul a picture of my desk as it was at the very moment I read his blog. Well as

janeturley 11 March 2009 9 Comments

I’m not saying I was worried but…….

Okay, I’m not saying I was worried but for a moment this morning I thought someone was going to drive into me! Well I was waiting to pull out at a rather tricky junction. The oncoming traffic on my right is usually moving at about 40/50mph and slowing rapidly down into a 30mph zone just before traffic lights and the traffic from left is speeding up to move into 50 mph zone. In the middle of the road is the turning lane where the traffic can turn into the road where I am waiting to pull out. The situation is very dangerous for me because I can never see the traffic coming from my left because of there is always a long queue at the traffic lights for the cars on my right. Hmm… comprehendez? Not sure if I do…… Anyway, the only way to get out unless you want

janeturley 9 March 2009 6 Comments

Music Mondays; A fishy tune!

I recently wrote a short murderous tale entitled The fisherman, his rod, his wife and her sandwich which you can find at The View From Here. Whilst putting pen to paper I was reminded of the classic song Gone Fishing by the legendary Bing Crosby and Louis Armstrong. The song has such a lazy relaxing feel that is just glorious – perfect for a day out by the river! That easy listening sound that was the signature style of both Bing and Louis and has proved timeless. You just can’t beat the old guys! Relax and enjoy! Come join Music Monday and share your songs with us. One simple rule, leave ONLY the actual post link here. You can grab this code at LJL Please note these links are STRICTLY for Music Monday participants only. All others will be deleted without prejudice.

janeturley 8 March 2009 8 Comments

Happy Birthday to Master Sy!

Yes, today it is the birthday of my blog buddy Master Sy of the incredibly funny The Wheel is Turning but the Hamster is Dead. So birthday greetings to the Young Master of Comedy! Long may he continue pleasing the multitudes and dining out on greasy hamburgers at that odious work canteen he frequents! But you know I can’t believe Sy is only 34 today because with the amount of sexual problems he encounters over at his blog I thought he was at least 90. Well either that or something got trapped in a door when he was a very small boy. Hell, who knows but all that gibberish he writes sure makes me laugh! Well seeing that it’s his birthday I thought I might play one of his favourite tunes. He’s rather fond of Megadeth. Unfortunately, out of principle I won’t play such horrendous stuff on my site. So

janeturley 5 March 2009 6 Comments

A Writing Challenge

Well today I’m going to be occupied doing a writing challenge with the author Gary Davison who wrote that stupendous book Fat Tuesday which if you really haven’t bought yet you should be ashamed of yourself. (He pays well. What more can I say?) Well, I’ll fill you in on that in a minute but first of all I just wanted to write a quickie post just to gloat. Yes, I’ve been looking at my profile details and doing a little fiddling lately and I’ve noticed that on the occupation section of Blogger Profile I AM THE ONLY ONE LISTED UNDER MY CAREER. Yes, while there are numerous clerks, nurses, teachers, etc etc…I am the only one listed as “Pretending to Housework Badly” You see I am unique! However, I am finding it a little hard to believe that I am the only woman who has this job. I therefore

janeturley 4 March 2009 11 Comments

Music Mondays; Erase your Imagination!

The Eighties were great weren’t they? Not only was the music diverse but it was matched by some equally diverse fashion. When we look back we tend to think of this of the era of New Romantics but there was so much more! The dress sense of the big time New Romantic bands like Spandau Ballet and Duran Duran looked positively tame in comparison to some artists. Even the pantomime antics of Adam Ant and Boy George looked dull compared to The Big Two. Hmm… so if The Big Two are not Boy George and Adam Ant who am I talking about?? Remember electronic pop? Then how could you forget the totally outrageous Andy Bell of Erasure? Let’s have a look at him in one of his relatively tame outfits! Take a deep breath boys! Hmmm…. Groovy! But what about that other God of sexy stage fashion? Who can I

janeturley 2 March 2009 5 Comments

Books and Cows. (Yep, it’s one of those posts.)

Last week was half term here which means the Young Masters had to be entertained. So one day whilst Master Jacob and Master Ben were happily ensconced on a 5hr training course (Yippee) Master Sam and I shot off to that splendid place of culture which is otherwise known as Milton Keynes. The object of the exercise was to secure Master Sam a new Xbox360 game so I didn’t have to endure him sulking around the house for the remainder of the week. Unfortunately, Master Sam has the habit of being anxious to go home as soon as he has secured his purchase which means I have about 20 mins shopping time. Yeah, that’s right ladies – Sam is a man in the making. He takes after his father who can spend an hour looking at screwdrivers but when it comes to looking at ladies wear has no interest whatsoever

janeturley 26 February 2009 11 Comments

Pancakes by celebrity chef in training, Mrs T.

Many of you will know that yesterday was Shrove Tueday, more commonly known as Pancake day which precedes the start of Lent in the Christian calender. Regrettably, this means that I have to attempt to cook “pancakes” for the young masters. What’s more they like to watch me which means I have to pretend to have a degree of proficiency which is clearly not an ideal situation. But anyway I did it. And just for you folks out there who aren’t familiar with the routine of pancake making. Here’s how to do it. 1. Assemble your ingredients. Oh come on – you didn’t really expect me to make them without the aid of a packet mix did you? 2.Okay – put the contents of the packet mix in a bowl. Add one medium egg (chicken) and 17 fluid ounces of water. (Tap) 3.Beat the mixture. I use a hand whisk

janeturley 25 February 2009 7 Comments

Music Mondays; Pick and Mix your Sweets!

The recession is starting to take a firmer grip here in the UK but even so we Brits can usually find something to keep us amused. In the news last week was story that a bag of pick “n” mix sweets from the now defunct Woolworths was for sale on Ebay and sold for a phenomenal £14,500. Of course collectibles, antiques and memorabilia can provide a good financial return but I’m not convinced that a bag of pick “n” mix will actually be a sound long term investment! However, as the proceeds are being donated to a charity, The Retail Trust, I’m optimistic that the purchaser will cough up the money in the name of a good cause and will scoff the sweets before they turn mouldy. Then it will be money well spent! Anyhow, all these thoughts about sweets got me thinking of one my favourite glam rock groups

janeturley 22 February 2009 11 Comments

The Floating Shopper

Yeah, I’ve changed my blog colour again. I just can’t help it, I’m one of those people who gets bored easily. That’s why I’m a “Floating Shopper.” In other words, I don’t shop every week at the same place, I do wild fanciful things like shopping at Tescos one week, Morrisons the next, Aldi the week after and maybe I’ll even throw in a quick trip to Asda just to get the adrenaline pumping. Actually, to be honest, food shopping just bores me rigid- well until I get to the sweet aisle and then all of a sudden I feel a little bit more perky. Mmm. Anyhow, I’d just like to point out that although my blog colours have changed quite a few times in the last year they don’t change as frequently as supermarkets change the location of their products. One week I’m in aisle 6 for baked beans

janeturley 21 February 2009 8 Comments

Singing in style

Yep, if you read my 100th post you’ll know I ‘ve as much chance of winning the X factor as Gordon Brown has at winning the next election. Zero. But I certainly enjoy listening to those who can sing and yesterday one of my current favourites the Welsh singer Duffy picked up 3 gongs at the Brit Awards, the Bristish Rock and Pop awards. At the end of the evening she came away with Best Breakthrough Act, Best Female Solo Artist and Best Album for Rockferry. She has quite a unique sounding voice and with a her welsh lilt she’s a pleasure to listen to. Here she is performing Warwick Avenue live at The Brits…. Wow!

janeturley 19 February 2009 10 Comments