What’s on your mind?

DaveFromCampbelltown said:
Also, how bad is TV going to get?
I know there is a show about people watching TV (Gogglebox),
and now there is a reality show about making reality shows.
How long before TV just disappears up its own fundamental?

Fortunately I have a lot of books which I have yet to read (including 'A Brief History of Time', which apparently has the record for being the most bought, then most unread, book on the planet).
Having just finished binge watching 'The Durrells' courtesy of Australia's ABC streaming channel iView, I have started re-reading The Corfu Trilogy by Gerald Durrell.

I grew up reading his books (we have most of them still) and it will be interesting re-reading them from an adult's point of view. The concept of mounting an expedition, travelling to a developing country, collecting animals and taking them back home without so much as a "By your leave", just seems so appalling now.

As Beau of the Fifth Column says "Just a thought. Y'all have a good day now."
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Likewise, I loved Gerald Durrell's work when I was younger.

A few years ago, I read a fascinating biography (which was by no means hagiographical) of the man.

Re A Brief History of Time, the book makes small (actually little to no) allowance for the (needs, level of knowledge/understanding and capacity to absorb challenging new material, especialy scientific material) for the educated or interested 'general reader' after the first chapter, and it makes little to no attempt to make this material and knowledge and those ideas comprehensible to the 'educated lay person'.
 
Clix Pix said:
I've been buying and using iPhones since the very beginning and I have NEVER felt the need to install a screen protector. In the early years, the things were awful, really ugly, and added an undesirable "orange peel" look to the phone of anyone who put one on there....and I suspect that they were really not all that protective either.

I don't know anything about Android phones but that's too bad if they really need a screen protector in order to give the user peace of mind.....
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It was more like I got the screen protectors on there because LG no longer makes mobile phones, so I'm trying to extend their lives in the event of an unforeseen accident.

An iPhone will still be around and easily replaceable.
 
Clix Pix said:
I've been buying and using iPhones since the very beginning and I have NEVER felt the need to install a screen protector. In the early years, the things were awful, really ugly, and added an undesirable "orange peel" look to the phone of anyone who put one on there....and I suspect that they were really not all that protective either.

I don't know anything about Android phones but that's too bad if they really need a screen protector in order to give the user peace of mind.....
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I’d never not put a screen protector on my iPhones, don’t see the point in such an unnecessary risk when a screen protector is practically invisible and feels the same as the screen itself. That’s just me though but I’ve seen how scratch prone these screens are from other peoples experiences, especially at work. Whether it’s iPhone or Android, they are all the same.
 
The-Real-Deal82 said:
I’d never not put a screen protector on my iPhones, don’t see the point in such an unnecessary risk when a screen protector is practically invisible and feels the same as the screen itself. That’s just me though but I’ve seen how scratch prone these screens are from other peoples experiences, especially at work. Whether it’s iPhone or Android, they are all the same.
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Same. I have one on my AW to. Never bothered on an iPad, but they never leave the house.
 
On my mind is when can I get my petrol flap fixed and potential locations for photography trips. Some beautiful parts of Wales not too far from here, but I don't think we are allowed in yet!
 
Apple fanboy said:
On my mind is when can I get my petrol flap fixed and potential locations for photography trips. Some beautiful parts of Wales not too far from here, but I don't think we are allowed in yet!
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No stay out!!! Just kidding, yeah we are going out to Garn lakes today for a walk. I want to get back into photography and trying to justify a new camera. My Nikon D300 is a bit old now.
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I fancy changing the the Sony system with the A7SIII. Looks like a lovely camera but I won’t be allowed to buy it as we are about to spend £50k on an extension on our house .

Think you can come into Wales from Monday just to add :)
 
The-Real-Deal82 said:
No stay out!!! Just kidding, yeah we are going out to Garn lakes today for a walk. I want to get back into photography and trying to justify a new camera. My Nikon D300 is a bit old now.
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I fancy changing the the Sony system with the A7SIII. Looks like a lovely camera but I won’t be allowed to buy it as we are about to spend £50k on an extension on our house .

Think you can come into Wales from Monday just to add :)
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I had a D300 with the battery grip. With a lot of people switching to mirrorless there are a lot of bargain f-mounts to be had second hand. That way you can keep your glass (assuming you have some nice glass).
 
We will be going down to the south coast next week, Ulladulla and Eden.
We were planning to go to Queensland (Longreach) a few weeks ago, and decided not to go. We lucked out because if we had gone, we would have been in the middle (literally) of 1 in a century floods, followed by a Covid lockdown of the border back to NSW.
So, now we have booked and paid for places to stay on the south coast, two weather systems have decided to collide and bring the Antarctic to SE Aus. You know it's bad when the penguins come ashore and knock on your door to come in to get out of the cold. It shouldn't be too wet, but it will be bitingly cold. Friends have reminded us that in our part of the planet you don't go south for the winter...
 
What's on my mind today? Saxophone and Piano topped off with a deep house beat. 🎧

It seems to be a weekly thing where I find a tune I simply must play on repeat!
 
Clix Pix said:
Ah, I believe you have a birthday coming up pretty soon, yes? One tends to mull over the Meaning of Life on such occasions, especially as the years pass and accumulate..... :)
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Yes, as it happens, I do.

Tomorrow.

A time for mulling meaning of life stuff over, especially as I am keeping myself company.

An old college friend phoned from Oslo to wish me well - he has been on the phone for the past two hours - which was very sweet of him.

Both brothers sent gifts yesterday - I haven't seen one since last August, and have not laid eyes on the other since December 2019 - books and chocolate (dark chocolate, which I love) from Other Brother and my German sister-in-law, and a crate of mixed wine from Decent Brother.
 
Scepticalscribe said:
Yes, as it happens, I do.

Tomorrow.

A time for mulling meaning of life stuff over, especially as I am keeping myself company.

An old college friend phoned from Oslo to wish me well - he has been on the phone for the past two hours - which was very sweet of him.

Both brothers sent gifts yesterday - I haven't seen one since last August, and have not laid eyes on the other since December 2019 - books and chocolate (dark chocolate, which I love) from Other Brother and my German sister-in-law, and a crate of mixed wine from Decent Brother.
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Enjoy your special day. I haven’t acknowledged one for over 5 years.
 
Apple fanboy said:
Enjoy your special day. I haven’t acknowledged one for over 5 years.
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Well, it will be curious, as I shall be celebrating (milestone or millstone?) in solitary splendour, and such occasions, when acknowledged, are usually celebrated in company, with friends and/or family.

Nevertheless, anyone who takes the time and trouble to get in touch, and wish me well, is appreciated for having done so.
 
I did that last year, the milestone birthday in solitary splendor, and again celebrated this year -- not a milestone this time -- all on my own, but phone calls, texts, emails and even a couple of snail-mailed cards do make a difference.
 
When I was scanning headlines at npr.org, I misread the title for this:
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Newly Discovered Dinosaur Was Top Carnivorous Predator In Argentina

The dinosaur named Llukalkan aliocranianus was a predator with a menacing appearance and the ability to strike fear in its prey. Paleontologists said it roamed the Earth nearly 80 million years ago.
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I thought it said "Top Coronavirus Predator", and was wondering how the heck they were able to find dinosaur viruses.
 
Clix Pix said:
Very nice! I had recalled that you are an April baby but wasn't sure of the day...... Sounds as though you have some nice gifts to enjoy!
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Hadn't seen this post.

Yes, I do have some nice gifts to enjoy, and I'm more than grateful for them, (and the thoughts behind them) and shall treasure them.

Some Belgian beer (this time, paid for, by myself) - and crisps (chips to Our Transatlantic Cousins) were also delivered this evening.
 
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Scepticalscribe said:
Hadn't seen this post.

Yes, I do have some nice gifts to enjoy, and I'm more than grateful for them, (and the thoughts behind them) and shall treasure them.

Some Belgian beer (this time, paid for, by myself) - and crisps (chips to Our Transatlantic Cousins) were also delvered this evening.
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Belgium beer and crisps? Sounds delightful! Do enjoy. Sadly I'm still obtaining from both. But I am nearly back to my pre sickness weight. Having a week of little exercise and having to drink my tea with sugar etc really did me no favours. But I'm keeping the exercise up now and that helps.
 
Apple fanboy said:
Belgium beer and crisps? Sounds delightful! Do enjoy. Sadly I'm still obtaining from both. But I am nearly back to my pre sickness weight. Having a week of little exercise and having to drink my tea with sugar etc really did me no favours. But I'm keeping the exercise up now and that helps.
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Yes, Belgian beer and crisps (cheese'n'onion) this evening.

Wonderful. Yes, it is delightful.

Wine, tomorrow, methinks.
 
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