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Posted: 14th Dec 2005
Kels: Actually, I'd kill to be able to play it too Right now I just spend some time practicing in a park not too far round the corner. The only audience I'm aware of are a few ducks in the pond, and possibly some people on the opposite golf course and the odd jogger. Song lyrics! Always felt they're the hardest bit.. so what happens to all the lyrics you write?



Mm.. administration.. had a small scare just now regarding my permanent residency application.. but turned out alright thankfully. *phew*. Baby steps.. and thank you



Elke: Well, only really have to mind my little camera now.. my big camera's on a holiday to Sydney.. found a BUG inside it! Yep.. with legs.. it was tiny, like probably the size of a ballpoint nib.. but yeah sent it in to be looked at. Yep.. all's good and smiley generally, bit anxious in some areas but you know.. now with uni over and everything- I've got to stress about something don't I But things are okie. How are things in pixie land miss?

Posted: 18th Dec 2005
Hi Ry! Thinking of you lately,
a few yummy words for you:
vex
incandescent
beguile
candor
adroit
quixotic

Hope you like them!
Recently, for a project I m doing, I have become interested in words that split, and have content that way, like:
nowhere- now, here
alone- all one

etc etc...
Know any good ones? Suggestions?

Been enjoying your pics! Beautiful, you are so talented
smiles to you and a big huge hug,
Andrea

"God *was* my co-pilot, but then we crashed, and I had to eat him..."

Posted: 19th Dec 2005
hehe can i enjoy the words also?

hey there mr.ry! whatchya been up to? busy practicing by the sounds of things! eep, you'll pass me by in no time, and how're you supposed to be my padwan then??

hope things are flowing along wonderfully for ya

Posted: 20th Dec 2005
heya mr ryan sir

how are you ? and yes i had a physics essay 500 words explaining some bit of physics

also had a 4 page lab report to write but its all done now so woo hoo

unfortunately in reward for my endeavors i seem to be ill

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Posted: 20th Dec 2005
incandescent.... now there's a word I like....

actually I just read a little footnote by Robert Rankin that 'plinth' is the sexiest word you can get a woman to say.

His words were something along the lines of 'get a woman to pronounce the word 'plinth' reaky slowly, and watch her mouth as she does so...'

Because ActiveAngel sounds like a feminine deodorant

Like sex, I'm much more interesting in real life than online.

'Be the change you want to see in the world around you' - Ghandi

Posted: 20th Dec 2005
Words for the enjoyment of all... Anyone else making lists?

wandering around practicing saying Plinth all morning, my cats think I have gone looney tunes!
smiles,
A

"God *was* my co-pilot, but then we crashed, and I had to eat him..."

Posted: 20th Dec 2005
well the lyrics tend to get used by other people for various things!

i dunno artists! tsk!

but no i find lyrics easy to write-its the music to go with it that i have troubles with!!

glad you managed to sort out your residency hun! must be a huge relief!!!!!

Posted: 20th Dec 2005
why hello there sir.

only 21 days til i arrive up north. im looking forward soOo much, and trying to get some new moves down before i get there :P

*hands over a waffle*

cheers, pete

"you know there are no trophys for doing silly things in real life yeah pete?" said ant "you wont get a 'listened to ride of the valkyries all the way to vietnam' trophy"

*proud owner of the very cute fire_spinning_angel, birgit and neon shaolin*

Posted: 20th Dec 2005
susurrus is an awsome word

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Posted: 20th Dec 2005
Speakin o fun words.. I've always enjoyed the word chartreuse..



Great word.. ugly on walls, pretty on poi



Alo Ry!



Edit: Bwahhah.. I couldn't help it.. I love words:



Quixotically, Ry was slightly vexed by the beguiling appeal of the susurrus emanating from the incandescent chartruese leaves. In all candor, he was quite adroit in his ability to yank the sickly sapling from it's tentative grasp on the skeletal plinth.
EDITED_BY: Suibom (1135091274)

Definition of poi- A Hawaiian food made from the tuber of the taro that is cooked, pounded to a paste, and fermented.

Ahnold discussing poi - "It is naht a toober!"

Posted: 21st Dec 2005

Posted: 21st Dec 2005
hehehehe. chilax

:P

"you know there are no trophys for doing silly things in real life yeah pete?" said ant "you wont get a 'listened to ride of the valkyries all the way to vietnam' trophy"

*proud owner of the very cute fire_spinning_angel, birgit and neon shaolin*

Posted: 21st Dec 2005
Andrea: Heya! Been a long time miss- missed ya Yup.. remember you mentioning that project.. Not too many off the top of my head, but how about 'scarlet'- scar let? Thanks for the words btw! Much appreciated. Glad you've been enjoying the pics too.. There are a couple up there it seems So mind if I ask- what exactly is this interesting word project you're up to? Or is it a secret?

Lou: Enjoy the words too? Coming from someone who supplies me daily with an endless array of wonderful words? I don't think I'd overtake you on the sax anytime soon. Hey! Guess what- after I went back to sleep, I dreamt I heard you busking with your sax! I always wondered whether I had sound in my dreams, and I guess that's solved. I guess Psychic Lou must be trying to give me lessons in my dreams maybe? For the record, you were really really good, and I was somewhere between inspired and paralysed in awe

Guy: I think I've actually heard that plinth quip before! Can't remember where or when though. Actually, thinking about it-watching a girl's mouth up close as she says just about anything slowly is rather sexy- wouldn't you agree?

Kels: Wondering when I might get to see some of your pennings Regarding residency.. it's not all sorted out yet.. Still have quite a few documents to put together, and it's slightly more than tedious.. It's going ok as far as I can tell, but the hoops that the immigration department wants me to jump through.. it's daunting to say the least

Petey: Why hello there back at ya sir! 21 days!! Can't wait for this year to be over really. For some strange reason I'm not looking forward to xmas.. it feels like it's over and it's not even here yet! January's going to be a bit exciting I think.. looking forward to catching up with a couple of interstaters I haven't seen in a while- and the January moonfest, I think, will be a big one. I'm discounting the December one (I don't think it counts as the first moonfest of summer if it rained out).. Confirmed tickets yet?

Sam: mmm.. Already in my list though. So is sussurant Hope you're feeling a bit better today.. Tummy bugs are never much fun. They don't even dance for you

Sui: I think 'tentative' is a wonderful word.. It's been on my favourite word list for quite a while.

Main Entry: ten·ta·tive
Pronunciation: 'ten-t&-tiv
Function: adjective
Etymology: Medieval Latin tentativus, from Latin tentatus, past participle of tentare, temptare to feel, try
1 : not fully worked out or developed
2 : HESITANT, UNCERTAIN

A word and a definition for everyone to appreciate today, courtesy of Merriam-Webster. OED doesn't seem to have a free dictionary But.. hmm.. 'yank' I'd probably have left out of that sentence. Chartreuse.. I used to like it- vaguely remember writing something once where I used the phrase 'chartreuse steatite'.. These days I'm not too fond of the word anymore though.. feels a bit heavy and maybe over ornate? If that makes any sense..

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So some general stuff. Today's been good so far.. woke up rather early, went to bed and rewoke up again about midday. Went snorkelling/swimming/fishing a couple of days ago off Tangalooma (Moreton Island) and came back slightly more than sunkissed (another nice word ) Am feeling it mid to lower back, bit on the chest, between my knees and halfway to my hips, a bit on cheeks and lips too.. oww.

Here's a pic from the trip:

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The week's been wonderful, and between the rained out December moonfest and Monday juggle, caught up with the talented mr bluecat :awe: (thanks miss fluffster! The hug was delivered!) and got to spectate some amazing spinning.. together with Jay and Stef (the french duo), I think it's just another reminder that there's so much to be learnt..

Other than that- major concerns include the permanent residency visa application.. need to put together some documents I myself haven't seen in ages. Quite worried, but I know things always work out eventually. I'm about halfway through the application, and that's halfway more than where I was 2 weeks ago..

My camera's just come back from Sydney- sent it in after I found the popup flash wasn't working properly (not that it realllly matters.. I hardly use it anyway), but more importantly, I found a bug in the viewfinder. Yes sirree a genuine bug.. like the sort in A Bug's Life. Was a bit shocking to see the tiny fella with legs in the viewfinder, then to discover it was *above* the focusing screen.. as in, *inside* the camera and non-extricable without a screwdriver. Bit of a good thing the camera took a bit of a holiday though. Gave me a chance to work my baby camera and have discovered a few interesting things it can do.. like take really decent pictures And movies too

Have been playing around a bit with a new beautiful acquisition too, a Temby professional alto saxophone.. lessons with Psychic Lou are going well, and my embouchure's improving and so is my tone.. fingering's still a bit hesitant, but I'm making some kind of progress.. Aren't holidays great. Not quite sure the ducks down by the pond near the golf course are sick of me yet. Maybe it's my imagination, but

"Quack quack quack gee Wilfred quack quack what the quack was that quack.. It sounds like that dog was attacking Charlie all over again!"

"Quack quack I just about thought so too Marfa quack quack.. But Charlie's over there quack quack.. think it's that kid with that saxomaphone again quack.. well at least it'll keep the dogs away quack quack"



One would never guess something which looks soo beautiful (I've yet to put a pic up) could sound so scary Need a bit more practice I guess.. Song of the day is 'Take Five' (Brubeck/Desmond) as performed by Charlie Parker. Have been trying to figure out the Chet Atkins guitar version, and am getting closer, but maybe just about halfway.

Alrighty. Today's a ride to the pond to visit the sax fearing ducks, a trip to the post office possibly, depending on what's in the mailbox, and before all that- SunSense aftersun creme gel- antioxidant moisturiser with grapeseed polyphenols, vitamin c & vitamin e Hope everyone's good and enjoying the holidays!

Posted: 21st Dec 2005
hey there.

only 20 days now

im with you, x-moose does seem to be over, yet it is still days away. im looking forwards to new years, heading off to merimbula new years eve, day, and going to a beach party there that night which should be fun. 11 days later, ill be in brisbane *dances*

hopefully this should be a moonfest to remember, and im working as hard as i can to help it.

i went down to the bank today, withdrew $200, then off to the post office and paid for my ticket. just need to wait for the tickets to arrive, they're being posted out.

woo!! i found out my mum has a 512mb memory card for her digital camera, and is gona let me take it the whole way to brisbane and back

woo, can i meet these ducks too? they sound friendly, unless you have a dog... or saxophone, as case may be

seeing you very soon..

cheers, pete

"you know there are no trophys for doing silly things in real life yeah pete?" said ant "you wont get a 'listened to ride of the valkyries all the way to vietnam' trophy"

*proud owner of the very cute fire_spinning_angel, birgit and neon shaolin*

Posted: 22nd Dec 2005
**bounces gleefully through the thread and out the other side*

Meh

Posted: 22nd Dec 2005
*dives for cover frmo the flying cantus*

damn hippies

for ry

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Posted: 22nd Dec 2005
Ry: I don't think 'bum' is as good a word as 'plinth' for feminine lippy lusciousness....

maybe I should try and work out what makes a 'sexy' word to pronounce..

Because ActiveAngel sounds like a feminine deodorant

Like sex, I'm much more interesting in real life than online.

'Be the change you want to see in the world around you' - Ghandi

Posted: 22nd Dec 2005
Psst Guy try "radishes"

Meh

Posted: 22nd Dec 2005
*ignores silliness and finds reply he wrote last week*

I wouldn't worry about 'catching up' Ry, i watched the first video as well now and your styles pretty nice in that too. It's really good to see how far you've got in such a short space of time...

It'd definately be good to meet up for a spin in Oz sometime... you guys seem to have a really good vibe out there and your photo's just make me wanna come over an play! *envious of rob*

It is our fantasies that make us real. Without our fantasies we're just a blank monkey' - Terry Pratchett

Posted: 22nd Dec 2005
Hi again Ry...

Word project, well now this is PG site not sure how much I can say ;-) Seriously, I am writing a book of erotic crossword puzzles, with acompanying photos. One for each month, and each on a different theme. The brain is the largest sexual organ, doncha know! It is a pretty fun and hilarious book, very tongue in cheek and challenging on many levels!

At any rate, the proposal is ready for the publisher, just waiting for the go ahead etc. Been distracted by life and other projects recently, so this one slid a little to the backburner. Must crack the whip ;-)

The split words are for another project, which will be revealed this spring I hope! I am in love with the idea! But it is top secret, and if I told ya I'd have to kill ya...I need lots, words that have a relationship to each other, and ones that fit together...

Love hearing what you are up to, and the beautiful images. Wish I could hear the sax. I got stalked by crazed ducks for a while though, so maybe not. Could be traumatic! I eventually had to put mirrors out around the yard so the ducks thought they had pals, and would leave me alone. Seriously!

Life got out of hand on this end for a bit, but settling now. I had a friend come stay for three months and put all the peices of me and my life basically back in place, just in time for a New Year! Yay!

Happy Solstice!Here, our days get longer fromthis point on, Persephone returns from the Underworld, I am so excited. Guess it is backwards for you?

Going to Thailand in Feb, wanna come ?
*Hmmn. Guess I shoulda PMed all this, too late now!*
cheers,
love and happiness your way, Merry Christmas, Happy Hannuka, Blessed Solstice and all that good stuff!
hugs
~a

"God *was* my co-pilot, but then we crashed, and I had to eat him..."

Posted: 22nd Dec 2005
Ry, forgot to tell ya,my friend Nick is headed to Australia for the UberOz event, you guys should meet!

"God *was* my co-pilot, but then we crashed, and I had to eat him..."

Posted: 22nd Dec 2005
hey there sir,

i got my tickets today, all seven of them

just to add a bonus to my trip, i get to see ed (almost wrote mr ed :P ) in sydney.

seeing you real soon,

cheers, pete

"you know there are no trophys for doing silly things in real life yeah pete?" said ant "you wont get a 'listened to ride of the valkyries all the way to vietnam' trophy"

*proud owner of the very cute fire_spinning_angel, birgit and neon shaolin*

Posted: 22nd Dec 2005
Pete: SEVEN tickets?? Guess that's the way to do it these days Are you sure 512mb's going to be enough? The ducks are pretty cool, though they keep to themselves a bit.. unless you speak duck The pond's a bit of a thriving community actually.. if you camped there long enough, you're bound to see more than a few interesting creatures. Silly thing though- whenever I'm there, I always practise til just after dark, which is exactly when the mozzies come out. I keep telling myself to leave *before* but somehow it never ends up happening. I've recently taken to bringing Aerogard (courtesy of Adrian, The Magnesium Master), but always miss a spot or too.. and the mozzies know the location of that spot everytime Shocking. PS. Ed in Brisvegas come January- sir, it's up to you

Guy: Well.. I could argue with you on the appeal of that word to some people, but you know.. PG forum and all Do keep us informed when you do find out though

Chris: Well, Oz is a big place.. here's where I insert my ubiquitous plug for Brissie (Guy, we've stopped talking about bums, mind you )- I'd say the vibe is pretty good alright.. good people and an unusually abundant supply of random pixie sparkles.. *ponder* Between Woodford, Uberoz, Moonfest and Jugglejam, there's never a shortage of events too.. heard Earthcore was pretty wicked too (but alas.. missed it for unavoidable reasons. ) Think Rob's going to have a decent report to bring back (don't ask him about moonfest though.. was a bit.. wet. ) And I couldn't get any pics of him cos my camera was away being serviced.. :sigh: Oh well.. Guess he'll have to drop by again.. Maybe post Woodford So when are you coming down hmm? I'd suggest January.. might even get to bother Lexie if she and Claire manage to wander round this way come their roadtrip..

Andrea: Erotic crossword puzzles you say I think it'd I know at least one of my friends (well two if they're a couple?) who'd be interested in getting one when it gets to print! So you've already got your first presale I say The split words project sounds so deliciously cryptic.. You've prolly already got this one, but 'together', to get her? Btw, no. You seriously don't wish you could hear the sax I promise. But maybe give me a year? And keep reminding me to practise won't ya? Glad you like the pics too.. and talking about pics, I *really* like your most recent round of uploads! Some very nice pieces there.. Wish I had a chance to collaborate with you on anything similar.. Were they shot for any specific project? Thailand in Feb.. *want* to, but on the other hand, might have some good work lined up.. so hoping that goes through. Sounds exciting though.. Have you talked to Bonnie (myco)? She's headed up that way too.. Will probably meet your friend Nick come UberOz.. tell him it'll be good! Take care and happy holidays!

Posted: 22nd Dec 2005
hey you *smoooooosh* red wine sir?

hug me!

Posted: 22nd Dec 2005
Heya Erin! Long time no see.. probably shouldn't mix my drinks.. just came back from a big xmas skate and the pub.. had a jug of bourbon/coke How have you been?

Posted: 23rd Dec 2005
merry christmas & a hoppy new year to you!!

do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and good to eat!



if at first you do succeed, try not to look too astonished!



smile! :grin: it confuses people!

Posted: 23rd Dec 2005
yup, all seven tickets. merimbula - canberra - syndey - casino - brisbane - casino - sydney - melbourne.

if 512mb isnt enough, ill have my i-river with me. 40gb of portable space

grr, by looking at the time you posted, i wouldve only missed you by half n hour last night, bummer.

cheers, pete

"you know there are no trophys for doing silly things in real life yeah pete?" said ant "you wont get a 'listened to ride of the valkyries all the way to vietnam' trophy"

*proud owner of the very cute fire_spinning_angel, birgit and neon shaolin*

Posted: 23rd Dec 2005
gita: Heya merry xmas and a hoppy new year to you too What'll you be up to this NY?

Pete: Casino NSW hehe.. beef capital of Australia.. well.. it's a bone of contention between them and Rockhampton But yes, there is at least 1 opp shop.. though if you're only there an hour, you might not make it there and back in time.. : Ahh portable storage!! (oi Lou )That's the way to go.. does an iriver have a cf/sd card slot? I'm using a vosonic x drive.. 80gb Wondering what I'm going to do when it's full though And between two cameras which tend to shoot a couple of gb when they do go out, it's getting there pretty quickly..

Posted: 23rd Dec 2005
i'll be grooving away at the falls festival with steph!!

do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and good to eat!



if at first you do succeed, try not to look too astonished!



smile! :grin: it confuses people!

Posted: 23rd Dec 2005
na, my iriver can act as a host between other mp3 players and some cameras, im still yet to see if it actually works though. may have to do it via someones puter.

could you not lash out and buy a dual layer dvd burner, and some dvds. but, unless you buy the dvds in bulk, they dont end up being much cheaper. or, a terradrive

cheers, pete

"you know there are no trophys for doing silly things in real life yeah pete?" said ant "you wont get a 'listened to ride of the valkyries all the way to vietnam' trophy"

*proud owner of the very cute fire_spinning_angel, birgit and neon shaolin*