Hard to know what to do on the last day before Xmas when there're only three people in the office, and none of them making any pretence at actually doing any work…so here's the list of the things I have done…Surf check (8am). Stole toast from housemate.Poured Malteser fudge into a tub. Didn't set. Brother won't care. Surfed 2-3ft clean South Fistral. Three nice waves, a few rubbish ones. Paddlefest - can't bear all the neoprene. Love the earplugs – can't hear shit but the sound of my own breathing Vader-magnified, they're uncomfortable under a hood and they're yet another thing to remember, but as I no longer have to shake my head like an inbred puppy to dislodge water every time I surface, 'tis all good. Entered work approx. 1 hour late and dripping. Good going. Popped enough pills...
I don't know what upsets me most.Is the the blatant disregard for what might flatter oneself?Is it the unimaginitiveness and ubiquitousness of these fucking hoodies in this town?Is it the bad grammar?Is it how much money No Worries are making off these things?Is it ginger Mike?At least she wasn't wearing fucking...
dry via surfergrl June 26th, 2008 at 10:36
Well, it's been just over two weeks out of the water and I'm SO DRY. I miss being in the ocean…but once this mad swell has died down I'll get in just for a paddle. No surfing for about another month though. I am worried that my fitness will vanish (especially with all the summer partying going on) so I have to get back on it after Glasto.A cool thing:Your Vitality type is...Your dominant Vitality type is Roots “Some see me as shy but I have hidden depths.” Roots people are:Artistic * sensitive * practical * idealistic * patient * structured * tenacious * profound thinkers * persistent * good at detail Element: Earth.You’re a Roots type… thoughtful Roots people are often creative and artistic. Think of the roots of a tree, how far they spread and how they provide strong...
Check these two drunks, swimming in their underwear on Sunday morning!And a foam-covered rock, because I like...
Storms are over, and there's surf!It was big and crumbly at Fistral this morning, but surfable. The wind's dropped, it's the most miserable rainy grey day you've ever seen, but there are 2-3ft waves (yeah, and lots of closeouts) in the Bay. I should be on it! But I left my gear at home. I didn't think it'd be any good…that'll teach me. I didn't even bring my camera with me today. Other things are getting in the way, but I'll surf tomorrow. Here's a pretty pink flower from St Mawgan churchyard, taken last...
Gosh, better cut down on the elevator-ing as well.From the superlative XKCD.com, via P...
Ahhhhhhhhhh I know I'm lucky to get to surf at lunchtime but AN HOUR IS NOT ENOUGH! Not when it's blue sky, light winds, so many places to choose from, so few surfers in the crispy cold water, clean lines at all the spots, two foot to double overhead, shall I go eek or play it safe, why is there no-one in at Whoopsadowndasies, my favourite, why do I have to end up in the Bay again? Why is my first wave always the best - ah racing the wall and two clean lazyily drawn easy easy turns, like I actually know what I'm doing out here. A few straighthanders, I give those little dragons a talking to. Hot blonde boy and hot Irish boy start chatting in the lulls, always nice to have something to, er, spectate on…Then a little visit from that nice Mole, looking like he's been hidden underground for...
icanhascheezburgeri love yin yang...
cuddles via surfergrl November 30th, 2007 at 10:50
People Envy Your CompassionYou have a kind heart and an unusual empathy for all living creatures. You tend to absorb others' happiness and pain.People envy your compassion, and more importantly, the connections it helps you build. And compassionate as you are, you feel for them.What Do People Envy About...
Check out Bent ObjectsI don't want to nick his photo but tis really cool. In a weird...
Paper made from sheep poop! Love it! A really good environmentally sound idea executed in a super-cute way! Can you tell there's no surf? I'm getting really...
Female activists are sending their knickers to Burmese embassies because 'Superstitious junta members believe that any contact with female undergarments - clean or dirty - will sap them of their power' It's called 'Panties for Peace'. The website of the same name doesn't seem to work, but I think it's a damn good idea. The sight of my buttslings would rob anyone of their power. Especially if I'd been wearing them under my wetsuit, as sometimes happens when I forget my...
Beth wrote:So i don’t get the whole thrill of Myspace and Facebook….I guess I don’t personally feel the need to be more interconnected with the world, especially in such a non-personal way. Anyway, a good friend just moved away and keeps begging me to join Facebook so we can “keep in touch more easily”. So these are my questions….#1 what is the big excitement with Facebook and Myspace anyway?#2 am i justified in just thinking he is a lazy loser and if he can’t just pick up the phone why bother keeping in touch?Sigh. No offence, but I think those who just dismiss social networking without at least exploring it are lazy losers…People think it's not cool, like it's some kind of internet dating saddo thing to do. (PS I think internet dating’s stigma is greatly reduced...
Um. What part of outdoor-living, ocean-addicted, book-loving, non-tv-watching, slightly misanthropic (mwah) and rather shy did she not get from my website?!From: "Sarah " Date: 18 October 2007 12:42:04 BDTTo: Subject: Big BrotherHi,I am working on Big Brother 9 and we are due to start our audition tour later this month. I discovered your website and wondered if Big Brother is something you might be interested in? [carries on for a while]Best wishesSarahEndemol...
Anyone who knows me knows I hate, hate, hate talking on the phone, and that I'm quite shy. I used to be unable to walk into a shop to buy something because then I'd have to speak to the person on the till... I've made some leaps since then but I'll always avoid the spotlight. So having to do a phone interview on BBC Radio talking about surfing wasn't high on my list of must-dos this week, but I'm kind of stoked I stepped up to the challenge. I think I did okay. I don't know really, because I can't bear to listen to it again. However, some sliver of pride made me AudioHijack it, and if you want a good laugh, have a listen. (Also, I didn't want to be outdone by little sister in the exposure stakes - see the float. Ahem. I think I was outdone. I've never seen such exposure!)
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My little brother doesn't allow comments on his (password protected) blog. Spoilsport. However, insults must find a way, and like water finds a way, it is always...
bacn via surfergrl August 24th, 2007 at 15:13
Because everyone is having a bacn butty. I iz more bord than...
leafy via surfergrl August 10th, 2007 at 15:32
Another personality test and a good one. I'm a leafy type - I like to research, read, understand, gain knowledge. Also: 'Leafies are the most creative people on the planet and they approach every aspect of life with originality. Sometimes Leafies have extremist and nonconformist ideas. They're very interesting to listen to as they can spout details about everything under the sun. Generally, Leafies can't handle aggression and confrontation aimed at them. They can become very vulnerable to criticism. When a Leafy gets really stressed out or down, they tend to deal with it by staying at home and unplugging the...
http://www.virgintrains-survey.co.uk/payoff-hermitcrab.htmlMy Destination Hotspot is: A youth hostel - anywhere difficult to get to.You see any journey as a challenge - the more difficult the better.
You're in charge of all travel arrangements. You check and re-check everything obsessively, before providing everyone concerned with a detailed travel itinerary and a minute-by-minute timing schedule.
If you can't carry it on your back, it's not coming with you.
You're on first name terms with all the staff at your local Milletts.
Any journey is planned with military precision - the army could learn a thing or two from you.Likelihoods:Having ready access to a bar of Kendal Mint Cake.92%Your tan starts just above your sockline77%Your rucksack is bigger than your car58%Your favourite...
beer via surfergrl July 18th, 2007 at 10:17
Six warm beers, one pot of cold water and ice, 2 cups of salt = cold beers in 3 minutes. So why doesn't sea water chill beers in 2 minutes? Well, I'll try it out anyway. Can you tell I'm missing beer and seawater? Bacteria:...
Darth DoggieYou MUST watch this! It's the Furtle, but it's not. I'm sooo doing this with her when I can borrow a...
doga via surfergrl May 18th, 2007 at 12:17
Doga Aww…and also, Americans are completely hatstand. Super excited, have contacted the coach I want to coach and video me, please please don't be too expensive (but I know he's good). Trying out a quad for our wonderful summer waves, 9/10 shapers agree they kick ass. Credit card? Yep. Then Edenism for some hedonism, Rairbirds and Tom Middleton (alt Rootjoose and Aphex...
Teacher: Why did the Cold War end? Pupil: .... Global Warming, sir??A real answer to a real question as told to me by a...
random via surfergrl February 23rd, 2007 at 10:29
I want to grab that bit of the new Mac adverts where whatsisname says, “Hello, I'm a Mac,” and have my Mac say that when I boot it up, or wake it up. Can I do it? I'm sure I can. AudioHijack and that other utitily I can't remember the name of. Do I have the time to waste? Hmm. I have such bad wetsuit rash I look like someone's been gnawing on my neck. I should be…etc. Have decided to have more categories on here than just surfing and update it more. Just cos it's writing practice, not because anyone (important) reads it! Fave new phrase - “I would wear his ass as a...
Well after a short while in the wilderness I hath returned to my mindless blabbering ways and (re)setup my wordpress blog - Rogue Thoughts - as you can very well see.
Sadly I didn’t bother to keep/backup/store what I had here before I went a bit mad/disturbed/frustrated/annoyed and deleted everything in sight, but it’s no big deal. I don’t think that there was anything interesting here in the first place… heh.
Anyways, brace yourself for future random......
