Cook Club was a lot of fun

and I believe that the ladies were suitably impressed with our efforts in the kitchen. I enjoyed the process, the wine, the company and finally sitting at the table and dining as a group. Does it get any better than that?

Tune of the Day:  Gone   by K&D

It wasn't quite pea and ham with John Riddoch

but my breakfast was tasty nonetheless :-) Hope that the Gobsmackers enjoyed a little winter feeling last evening and that the rest of the weekend is good.
We have the return of Cook Club this evening with the guys taking at turn at the stove and I'm really looking forward to it. I hope to be able to capture a few photos if I can find time between cooking up a storm, diving in the hot-tub and having a drink.

Tune of the Day:  Dig, Lazarus Dig     by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds

Not a hugely productive

Sunday, but we at least managed to get a couple of things done, went for a walk, had a nice dinner and watched a movie. I'm hearing that it is even going to be warmer this coming week. Look out!


Tune of the Day: Four Sticks   by Led Zeppelin

Dinner was good and I enjoyed something of a sleep-in

this morning- after all, it is not that often that the Black Prince comes to town! The rest of the day was pretty relaxed and I will be in bed early this evening.
We hope to get out for a nice, long walk tomorrow and I will endeavour to take a camera along.


Tune of the Day: Satisfaction  by The Rolling Stones

Welcome to Mr Moose

and we certainly hope that you and Mrs Mooooooose celebrated her 35th in appropriate style today. Great to have you here!


Tune of the Day: Whip It   by Devo

Today was cool, so no messing about with the Hasselblad.

I did snap a few digital photos in town and spent the vast majority of my day doing Not Very Much At All.


Tune of the Day: Ghetto Gospel  by 2Pac Shakur

As Catherine tells me

it doesn't make much sense telling you that I have been out taking photos on my second roll of film if I am not going to share them. Thanks!
I enjoyed the walk with my Hasselblad- it wasn't as cool as it has been for the past few weeks which meant that it was much more comfortable to be out for a few hours and the city was surprisingly quiet last Saturday.


Tune of the Day:  Black Stick    by The Cruel Sea

My second roll of film for 2013

went in the tank this evening and the negatives look pretty good. I should be able to get them scanned tomorrow. It was pleasant enough walking around in town- not as cold as the past couple of weeks and not too many people about.
Didn't manage to achieve too much more today...... fingers crossed that tomorrow will be more productive.


Tune of the Day:  Hurricane Drunk   by Florence & The Machine

First roll of film for 2013

it does seem like a slow start and the few digital images which I have taken don't fill the gap. Hope to be more on a roll from now on. The city was damp and cool yesterday which makes for perfect conditions for Kodak Tri-X. This roll went in the developing tank this morning and after drying, the negatives were scanned this afternoon.
Catherine is busy cooking a beef ragu for dinner- it will be enjoyed with polenta or pasta as the mood takes us.
Get ready for the new week and the Year of the Snake.


Tune of the Day:  The Garden   by PJ Harvey

Continuing the two-wheeled theme

I took this photo in town yesterday as I was searching for something for a Groundhog Day photo challenge.

Dinner at Real was terrific- inclusive of a wonderful bottle of Pintia and it was cool to watch the snow falling through the restaurant windows.

I should get out and about today to finish off a roll of film in my F5. Fingers crossed.

Tune of the Day: Why Can't You Fix My Car    by Leo Kottke

Tomorrow is the last day of the month

and I, personally, will be happy to see the start of February. So far, 2013 has not been filled with fun and games for me. Going out to dinner tomorrow evening with a couple of guys and that should at least be a good way to finish off the month in style.
Somehow, I'm really looking forward to the weekend already....


Tune of the Day: Tell Me   by K&D

I will try to take more photos

but it has been a struggle during the week and I am doing my best to grab a few shots on the weekends. Had a couple of beers last night and then sushi with young Tom from the office and enjoyed myself. It was great to catch up with Anjes again after not having seen her for quite a while.
Happy Australia Day!

Tune of the Day: Road To Peace   by Tom Waits

It was a busy week

firstly, a buddy of mine was given the Spanish by a large Swiss bank starting with "U" on Monday, so naturally we went for a beer or three in the evening. Tuesday the two of us went to the ice hockey; ate fondue and watched the mighty ZSC whack Geneva.
Did a bit more running around before having a few beers on Friday evening with a mate from the office. Saturday saw the re-opening of the main swimming pool in the city (after almost 3 years of renovations) and I am hoping to swing by there tomorrow evening to test the water.

Tune of the Day: Spinning Away   by Eno & Cale

A great curry last night

thanks to Catherine. Tandoori Chicken with taters and eggplant- very tasty. This morning was snowy, miserable and cool.... didn't manage to get a lot done today.


Tune of the Day:  No Love Lost   by Joy Division

Put up your hand

if you are not happy that it is the weekend again! I am looking forward to taking some more photos, doing a little shopping, eating a nice meal or two and getting some sleep.
Oh! Is that the time?


Tune of the Day:  Man In A Garage   by Coldcut

Happy Birthday Moose

good to hear that the John Riddoch lived up to expectations and I'm very much looking forward to sharing the next magnum with you  :-)  Best wishes to the family and have a fantastic weekend.


Tune of the Day:  Hold On To Yourself   by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds

Happy New Year!

I'm sure that lots of people are hoping that 2013 will be more enjoyable than 2012 was. Fingers crossed for good health, happiness and perhaps the odd bottle of red wine to keep things moving along.
No point in making New Year's Resolutions and putting ones self under pressure- just take it easy; take lots of photos and have fun.
Thanks for reading!

Tune of the Day: Money    by The Flying Lizards