January 2012
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“For we are like tree trunks in the snow. In appearance they lie sleekly and a...”
– Trees, Franz Kafka
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On the Tram - Franz Kafka
I stand on the end platform of the tram and am completely unsure of my footing in this world, in this town, in my family. Not even casually could I indicate any claims that I might rightly advance in any direction. I have not even any defense to offer for standing on this platform, holding on to this strap, letting myself be carried along by this tram, nor for the people who give way to the tram...
rahrahrahweregoingtosmashtheoiks replied to your photo: Florence has some sort of knack for knowing…
i might have already pointed this out, but my jack russell is called florence too!
Y’know, I don’t think you’ve mentioned that! We need pictures for comparison.
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I love how bright Jupiter has been in the sky lately.
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So after today’s gig, I looked like Alec Empire with a moustache and beard… apparently.
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Brief reflection on accuracy
misterchu:
Fish always accurately know where to move and when, and likewise birds have an accurate built-in time sense and orientation.
Humanity, however, lacking such instincts resorts to scientific research. Its nature is illustrated by the following occurrence.
A certain soldier had to fire a cannon at six o’clock sharp every evening. Being a soldier he did so. When his accuracy was...
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Destroy the American economy: CEO’s are immune to prosecution. Golden parachute.
Someone downloads The Matrix off of your website: International man hunt for CEO. Now someone tell me how this is right.
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Rather looking forward to Saturday’s shenanigans.
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Give Queen a new royal yacht for diamond jubilee,... →
The education secretary writes: “In spite, and perhaps because of the austere times, the celebration should go beyond those of previous jubilees and mark the greater achievement that the diamond anniversary represents.”
I know, I know! How about we give the Queen a half decent Education Secretary for her diamond jubilee. In fact, if this should go ‘beyond… previous...
I do love a good review: Distorted Tapes on last... →
First up this evening are Bad Apes who I am very fond of, having put them on at the first Distorted Tapes show back in November- and tonight I feel they played a much stronger set than that show. They aren’t the easiest band to describe - there are moments when their experimental noise is reminiscent of the great Sonic Youth, whilst at other times elements of krautrock seem to creep...
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Not one to boast, but my boiled eggs are the best.
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So tonight will mostly consist of whiskey, Miles Davis and melancholic introspection.
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window-paine:
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