The Wild Winds

Groan of the night From prydwen in Grin and bear it (2 hours old)

A man died today after becoming trapped under a large wicker basket containing a smoked ham, a jar of pickled onions, some cheddar, water biscuits and a bottle of champagne. Police said that their … more

Who needs therepy? From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (2 hours old)

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Louis Walsh From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (3 hours old)

When will this man get a reality check, smell the coffee and realise that he is either tone death, or the biggest bullshitter in the world.... Louis the louse should bow out of this competition at … more

Please Please Please From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (3 hours old)

Will someone out there please put John and Edward out of their misery (and mine)....… more

Guess the odd one out: From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (6 hours old)

Lord Stevenson, former chairman, HBOS Bank Andy Hornby, former CEO, HBOS Bank Sir Fred Goodwin, former CEO, RBS Bank Sir Tom McKillup, former chairman, RBS Bank John McFall MP, chairman, Treasury … more

The problem with e-bay From prydwen in Grin and bear it (7 hours old)

It’s really difficult to find what you want on eBay. I was searching for cigarette lighters and it found over 15,000 matches.… more

What Language Should You Learn? From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's Neighbourhood (10 hours old)

You Should Learn Japanese You're cutting edge, and you are ready to delve into wacky Japanese culture. From Engrish to eating contests, you're born to be a crazy gaijin. Saiko! What Languag… more

Saturday Meme From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (12 hours old)

1. With Friday the 13th on the horizon, do you have any superstitions? I will not walk under ladders and hate seeing a single magpie. 2. Have you any phobias? Still have a fear of heights. 3. … more

Snippets, overheard? From lyndlj in Just Me!! The Butterfly effect (13 hours old)

There is something quite comical about the snippets one overhears while out and about, the half sentences, utterings of people passing by as they converse with their friends, partners, family. I alway… more

Fanning the H1N1 Flames From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (1 day old)

As H1N1 Flu vaccination clinics re-open in Alberta (but only for children under 5 and pregnant women), a bit of controversy has flamed up in Calgary. It seems that a health official there arranged it … more

Quote of the night From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (1 day old)

If you got to swim in shit, keep your chin up.… more

Instant Viagra From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (1 day old)

'Viagra' is now available in powder form for your tea. It doesn't enhance your sexual performance but it does stop your biscuit going soft.. … more

The monkey on my shoulder From lyndlj in Just Me!! The Butterfly effect (1 day old)

You may (or may not) have noticed a distinct lack of morning posts over the last four days or so. I made a decision last week and on Monday I lay down the gauntlet so to speak and have been attempting… more

V From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (2 days old)

Earlier this week, a new science fiction television series preimered: V. This is a remake of a series from the early 1980's, in which aliens invaded Earth. The Visitors, as they were called, cl… more

One more From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (3 days old)

Another video on the Canadian Broadcaster Cash Grab, as I am desperate for filler for today's post. ;) … more

Woman has affair with married man From unclefrank in Frank's Page (3 days old)

This can happen only in India. People take the law into their own hands. A woman had an affair with a married man. His wife came to know about it. She along with a group of other women accosted the w… more

One Flu over the Cuckoo's Nest From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (4 days old)

The clinics for the free H1N1 Flu vaccinations here in Edmonton, and elsewhere across Alberta, have been shut down. Temporarily, anyway. The reason: they have no more flu shots available. They ran … more

It just NEVER occurred to him... From redleader in Red Leader: Enemy activity has been slight (4 days old)

Drugs and schools. A marriage made in heaven. I was left wide-eyed in wonderment last night watching the TV news to first see some Greasy Government Suit moaning on that he'd lost all confidence in… more

Banana Cats From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (5 days old)

(I love the closing graphic.) … more

Let's Do The Time Warp Again! From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (6 days old)

It's astounding... The Rocky Horror Picture Show was released in 1975. Based upon the stage play The Rocky Horror Show, the movie was originally a box-office dud. But within a few years, the fi… more

Today is....... From lyndlj in Just Me!! The Butterfly effect (6 days old)

Sunday, a day of rest and relaxation, well mostly anyway. I am making the dinner which we will have at 6-30pm because of son working til 6pm, I also went and bought all makings for sunday dinner in… more

BLACK BEAR From unclefrank in Frank's Page (6 days old)

Today a black bear strayed out of Manas National park and attacked a man. The irate villagers chased the bear and mercilessly beat it to death. Uncle Frank is sad at this event.… more

SUNDAY From unclefrank in Frank's Page (6 days old)

Today is Sunday, What a glorious day it has been, Plenty of sunshine has been seen, The day has gone off well for uncle Frank, He put off for tomorrow his visit to the bank, Sunday has always bee… more

Map reading, a dying art From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (6 days old)

Anybody out there think that Sat Navs are the worst techology ever? Having to listen to inane interjections from some plumy voice, that seems to sound smug when you miss the turning, must add to in… more

Whatever happened to Ladybird Books? From prydwen in Good Old Days (6 days old)

"The highlight of my childhood? It's the Ladybird Book of Motorcars from 1963, and as you would imagine it's full of rubbish really. Just endless boring grey shapes, until you get to page 40, where yo… more

Clarkson on Detroit From prydwen in Grin and bear it (6 days old)

"God may have created the world in six days, but while He was resting on the seventh, Beelzebub popped up and did this place." … more

SUNDAY From unclefrank in Frank's Page (6 days old)

Today is Sunday, Its a brand new day, The sun is out and shining, On Sunday uncle Frank believes in outside dining, He has his breakfast, lunch and dinner out, His wife also has some respite from… more

queer From ohlala007 in ~*Revue_Blanche*~ (6 days old)

***Chaadaev (1794-1856) *** Nobleman, intellectual, dandy. Ladies crowded around him, but “Flighty Venus” Chaadaev, as Pushkin called him, was indifferent to women. His sex life was mystery. I’ll t… more

Halloween Scary Music Video From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (7 days old)

A scary music video for Halloween: You'll be pumping Ovaltine! :D … more

When you know you are too old to Trick or Treat From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (7 days old)

Nicked from Miss Cellenia 10. You get puffed out from knocking on the door. 9. You have to have another kid chew the candy for you. 8. You ask for high fiber candy only. 7. When someone … more