Things that make me smile…

Ever have one of those weeks when you just can’t stop smiling because the world is just being so damn inspirational?

Ok, so here’s my list of things I am currently happy about:

minicards.jpg1. My Moo Cards arrived: You have no idea how friggen happy I am with them. Moo is an inspirational company and yes, I would even consider living in London to be able to work there and learn from the Moo’inistas. Since everyone wanted to know, they cost $19.99 (R145) for 100 cards. Next time you see me ask for a moo card. I’ve even made my first Moo friend.

2. Civil Twilight made my day: So a couple of days ago I got a message on facebook to say that there was a CD waiting for me in Hout Bay… Apparently I was on the “list” of complementary CDs… getting a free CD is much more of a big deal when there are probably only a few in the country at the moment. Thanks boys. Much Appreciated! The album is awesome, my only fear is that I might wear out the CD. Check out their other video.

Civil Twilight Press Pics3. Mix two of my favourite things…: If I was into American football I could have called this one “mix three of my favourite things” because one of Civil Twilight’s songs, ‘Human’ will be featured on this Sunday’s special Superbowl episode of ‘House’ guest starring Academy Award winning actress Mira Sorvino. House is one of my favourites… so is Civil Twilight. Mira is ok. 😉

4. An awesome GeekDinner: The 6th GeekDinner took place in the cosy Sloppy Sams. I was MC for the evening and really enjoyed it. About 70 of us crammed into the tiny little restaurant and had an absolute blast. Thanks to everyone who helped out.

5. Friends: I guess it goes without saying that friends are important, but recently I’ve been finding my friends to be more than just important, they’ve been critical. Sometimes your friends can give you the kick in the bum you need to get your ducks in a row… Other times they just need to be there to make you laugh. Some friends are their to guide you, others to chide you and still others just to make you feel good about yourself. Tonight I’m going to see kitty! My long lost kitty from London!… Super stoked.

6. Synchronicity: A while back I was looking for a maid/domestic worker/housekeeper whatever you want to call them. I asked around the apartment building I live in and someone suggested an awesome woman called Nokulunga who’s been my angel for the past few months. I can’t tell you what a pleasure it is to come home to a clean apartment every friday. Anyways, the reason I’m mentioning this is because she’s looking for somewhere to work on mondays. She comes highly recommended.

7. Last but not least: As some of you may know, I’ve been seeing someone recently. Anything I say here will be dripping with cheese and I’d rather not put you all through that. Maybe I’ll just say yay!

Long weekend

Mo FireEggs Haust Ed… Long weekend. Totally Awesome though.

  • Drinks with Tania and Co
  • Sushi (and Beer) with Jonathan H. and Graham.
  • Drinks with Kira, TRACY PAYNE, Helene and Ex G2Aers.
  • Free beer, food and fire dancing at a winefarm in Franshoek.
  • Breakfast at Arnolds.
  • Canal Walk for too many hours.
  • Braai at Lourens’.
  • Interspersed with lots of Flight Of the Concorde “Rhymenocerous”

Totally Ossum.

Check out the pics. 

Simple shot, beautiful result…

Bonnet FlippingMaybe it’s just me but I really like this photograph. I took it through a window at 5:30am after having just woken up to the sound of a bang and some screeching tires. I love my camera.

Yes, I realise that those of you who read this stuff and happen to teach photography will probably see a gazillion problems with the photograph. But I love it and that’s all that matters.

ps. Gav, your input is still welcome.

I love my Camera

I own a Canon 20D. When I bought it it was state of the art and cost a small fortune. Now, a couple of years later it has been replaced by a few generations of better cameras; and I must admit that I do have camera envy when I look at the new stuff on the market.

But then I take a picture like this and I’m all happy again. I love you 20D.

Dark Sunset

Shameless link to my flickr stream