Tuesday 27 October 2009

Christmas

When should Christmas officially start?

Having popped into a shop today I found myself staring at tinsel, advent calendars and mince pies with best before dates in November. Does anyone actually start eating mince pies now? Surely you are sick of them by the time Christmas comes around.

But when does Christmas actually start? Any thoughts?

Sunday 11 October 2009

Men and Tools

So I spent a couple of hours in Lowe's today - the Canadian version of B&Q. What is it about tools that men get so excited about? The discussions that can be had over double or single mitre saws is amazing!! But then if you think about it, it is just like women talking about shoes or make up. I do think though, if some of these guys looked after their own bodies like they do about their tools, maybe the DIY store would be a better place to visit!!!!

The English Accent

What is it with the English accent that drives men/women wild? Is it the prim and proper manner in which the vowels are properly pronounced? Does it suggest that all English women are refined and lady like? I can't work it out but abroad it seems to come in handy when you are in a fix / would like a discount... or just want some good old fashion fun!! So what is it about the British that seems to create a global fascination?

Singles Night / Speed Dating

I think I have missed a trick here - there appears to be some serious cash to be had by getting into the singles market! There are books, overpriced dating sites and the "social clubs" that promise to find you that perfect partner - if not, come again for free. Well if it was that bad in the first place, would you really put yourself through it again. So do these
Clubs / sites actually have a good success rate? My cousin met a guy through Facebook - they can't remember who asked who to be their friend but one night started chatting. . . a year later they are still together. So, taking a leaf out of the film He's just not that into you, is this the exception or the rule? Can you really find a partner sat in the comfort of your own home in the oldest pair of house pants?