Another ending to a great year of Britain's got Talent. I love this show! A definite highlight in my year of TV viewing. I was a bit sad to see that out of the 10 finalists for the last show 5 were singers! I think the singers should be encouraged to try out for the X-factor (similar to American idol but over here they accept all ages from 12+)
There were two amazing street dance 'groups' and one kid who would blow your mind with his dance. My favourite was Diversity - a group made up of different sets of brothers and a few kids. I had hoped that they would win.
Diversity blew everyone else out of the competition. It was AMAZING!!!! I have attached the video below for you to look at. Let me know what you think!
Saturday, 30 May 2009
Thursday, 14 May 2009
PAULO NUTINI
When I first moved to England I turned on the TV and caught the music act on the Sharron Osbourne show. As soon as I heard Paolo's 'Jenny don't be hasty' I was hooked. I soon bought the album and fell in love with this guys voice and his music. I wanted to see him live but the only concerts I could find were long sold out. 
So, here I am three years later and I notice he is touring again with his new album out June 1st. Of course, London gigs were already sold out so I decided that I was going to drive to the nearest gig to me no matter what. Booked my tickets for Bristol (3 hour drive) and finally the day arrived!
What can I say? His first album was amazing but this new album is going to be awesome. He sang all of his new songs and all I can say is that each song is filled with different layers and dimensions. It is his old style but now with added bluegrass feel. The song is slow and then breaks out in new rhythms...the lyrics are incredible and the added instruments including such things as a harmonica and mandolin complete the album.
This was a very intimate gig which added to its appeal. Gorgeous curtains, laid back style, a blend of lighting, and being dead centre front.....all added to the enjoyment.
If you don't know who Paolo Nutini is...then my suggestion is, go buy his first album. You won't be disappointed!!!
Friday, 8 May 2009
Phrases of the week
My friend Jeff whom I met a Bible college years ago came for a visit this week. He has just started a two month european holiday by himself. I envy his passion to do things alone. Some might say I am the adventure queen and would do anything for fun but....travelling alone is one thing I hate. Well, travelling for pleasure - alone. I could go on and on about why I would dread this a possibly analys my life and the embaressment I (think) I feel when doing some things by myself...but, not today! =)
I just want to leave you with a few catch phrases we heard or said this weekend that made me laugh and must be used for personal pleasure and a good laugh once and awhile.
1. While in a small clothing shop at Notting hill, the guy who I assume is the owner greets us with a lovely hello and then says 'please try anything on.... trying on is for free!' (has anyone ever been charged for trying on clothes?) anyways, it made me chuckle.
2. Jeff and 'the boys' from home say this at random before and after events...its quit funny if you use it. "We're really doin' it" or "we really did it" Funny thing he said they used it a whole day when one of the boys was getting married - which I again thought was very funny. Imagine prepping for your wedding and enjoying the day but you keep hearing "we're really doin it" use it - I know you'll enjoy it!
3. Ok, so Jeff and I had a chat about e-mails/facebook etc. Basically Jeff sucks at both. He will read a message but never write back. Something he admits he needs to get better at - and I agreed. Then jeff said "I miss the days when you get out a piece of paper and a pen, write what you want to say, and... (ok, I need to stop here for a second. what do you think the next line of this sentence would be? now, like you, I thought he would then continue by saying "... drop it in a mailbox"
BUT NO.... Jeff doesn't say that! He says "I miss the days when you get out a piece of paper and a pen, write what you want to say,...then give to a man on a horse who will ride and give it to the person.
Now, I'm not sure what 'western' canada was like back in the 80's but in eastern canada we certainly did not grow up in the time where mail was still delivered by a postman on a horse!!! bah ha ha ha He said it so non-chelant, as if he had indeed lived through a time where he missed the old ways! oh my gosh, I laughed so hard and he will never live that one down.
and thats the end of my story. I urge you try one of these fab phrases some day and see if they work for you.
Always remember...trying on is for free! x
I just want to leave you with a few catch phrases we heard or said this weekend that made me laugh and must be used for personal pleasure and a good laugh once and awhile.
1. While in a small clothing shop at Notting hill, the guy who I assume is the owner greets us with a lovely hello and then says 'please try anything on.... trying on is for free!' (has anyone ever been charged for trying on clothes?) anyways, it made me chuckle.
2. Jeff and 'the boys' from home say this at random before and after events...its quit funny if you use it. "We're really doin' it" or "we really did it" Funny thing he said they used it a whole day when one of the boys was getting married - which I again thought was very funny. Imagine prepping for your wedding and enjoying the day but you keep hearing "we're really doin it" use it - I know you'll enjoy it!
3. Ok, so Jeff and I had a chat about e-mails/facebook etc. Basically Jeff sucks at both. He will read a message but never write back. Something he admits he needs to get better at - and I agreed. Then jeff said "I miss the days when you get out a piece of paper and a pen, write what you want to say, and... (ok, I need to stop here for a second. what do you think the next line of this sentence would be? now, like you, I thought he would then continue by saying "... drop it in a mailbox"
BUT NO.... Jeff doesn't say that! He says "I miss the days when you get out a piece of paper and a pen, write what you want to say,...then give to a man on a horse who will ride and give it to the person.
Now, I'm not sure what 'western' canada was like back in the 80's but in eastern canada we certainly did not grow up in the time where mail was still delivered by a postman on a horse!!! bah ha ha ha He said it so non-chelant, as if he had indeed lived through a time where he missed the old ways! oh my gosh, I laughed so hard and he will never live that one down.
and thats the end of my story. I urge you try one of these fab phrases some day and see if they work for you.
Always remember...trying on is for free! x
Tuesday, 28 April 2009
Tuesday, 21 April 2009
My life...the gong show!
Most of you know that my love life can be summed up in two words.... GONG SHOW!!! Seriously, I don't know what it is but I am a creep magnet! they always seem ok at first and then BANG, they pull a Britney Spears and turn out psycho. I have been told many times I should write a book about my dating experience as it would add great reading material in the comedy section. I hereby submit 2 examples...just a snapshop in the love life of Lynnette!
1. 'The blinker' - this was a blind date set up by someone I knew from church. Apparently this guy had seen me at the Easter musical and asked his friend to set him up with me. I was told he was an outgoing guy and very smart. I don't have to time to ge into much detail...but we went out with the guy who set us up and his girlfriend. We went to play pool and my date...well, he sat on a stool all curled up like an old man, hair cut so close to his head he reminded me of grover from sesame street! I call him the blinker b/c his eyeballs were huge! I'm talkin' the kind that stick out of the head more then in. He never spoke a word to me the entire date and when I did ask him something he would curl up more on his chair and smile. lol The worst thing was that when he blinked it was like an eclipse! It felt like slow motion...his eyelids slowly trying to reach over his eyeballs. It was hilarious. So, needless to say this date was over even before it started. Funny thing is a couple of days later I received an email from the guy saying he loved every minute of the date and thought I was marriage material! Bah ha ha ha...yeah right!
2. 'Kiwi Zoo boy' - (my favorite story!) this guy I met online. Now, before I scare you off from online dating, I did have a successful relationship from an online thing so it has pros as well as cons. Anyways, after talking for a couple of months I finally agreed to meet this guy in London for the day. When I first saw him he was wearing lime green shows, black earings and his hair kept falling over his eyes to which he was always flicking it back. (His picture had non of the above!) He was from New Zealand (Kiwi) and an elementary school teacher. Again, to make a long story short in the middle of tourist area, sat, before christmas (hence....crowds everywhere!) he asked me if I go embarassed easily. I told him I was pretty easy going and it depended on what happened. He then proceeded to make barn yard animal noises at the top of his lungs!!! NO JOKES! I'm talking about a horse, a cow, and e even added a donkey! everyone turned around and was lookign at us. Was I embarassed...? I would say the word would be mortified! he wouldn't stop! he kept going and going. I have no idea what the prupose of this was and usually fun banter does not involve everyone in London thinking we are mental. Again, needless to say I caught the next train home and after his many attempt to call me for another date...I finally got rid of him.
SO there you have it....2 of many stories of my so called love life. I would tell you more but that would make you pitty me more.....I put this qustion out to the world...are there any NORMAL available guys out there??????
1. 'The blinker' - this was a blind date set up by someone I knew from church. Apparently this guy had seen me at the Easter musical and asked his friend to set him up with me. I was told he was an outgoing guy and very smart. I don't have to time to ge into much detail...but we went out with the guy who set us up and his girlfriend. We went to play pool and my date...well, he sat on a stool all curled up like an old man, hair cut so close to his head he reminded me of grover from sesame street! I call him the blinker b/c his eyeballs were huge! I'm talkin' the kind that stick out of the head more then in. He never spoke a word to me the entire date and when I did ask him something he would curl up more on his chair and smile. lol The worst thing was that when he blinked it was like an eclipse! It felt like slow motion...his eyelids slowly trying to reach over his eyeballs. It was hilarious. So, needless to say this date was over even before it started. Funny thing is a couple of days later I received an email from the guy saying he loved every minute of the date and thought I was marriage material! Bah ha ha ha...yeah right!
2. 'Kiwi Zoo boy' - (my favorite story!) this guy I met online. Now, before I scare you off from online dating, I did have a successful relationship from an online thing so it has pros as well as cons. Anyways, after talking for a couple of months I finally agreed to meet this guy in London for the day. When I first saw him he was wearing lime green shows, black earings and his hair kept falling over his eyes to which he was always flicking it back. (His picture had non of the above!) He was from New Zealand (Kiwi) and an elementary school teacher. Again, to make a long story short in the middle of tourist area, sat, before christmas (hence....crowds everywhere!) he asked me if I go embarassed easily. I told him I was pretty easy going and it depended on what happened. He then proceeded to make barn yard animal noises at the top of his lungs!!! NO JOKES! I'm talking about a horse, a cow, and e even added a donkey! everyone turned around and was lookign at us. Was I embarassed...? I would say the word would be mortified! he wouldn't stop! he kept going and going. I have no idea what the prupose of this was and usually fun banter does not involve everyone in London thinking we are mental. Again, needless to say I caught the next train home and after his many attempt to call me for another date...I finally got rid of him.
SO there you have it....2 of many stories of my so called love life. I would tell you more but that would make you pitty me more.....I put this qustion out to the world...are there any NORMAL available guys out there??????
Sunday, 12 April 2009
My bestest buddies and their dance routine. They are amazing!!! lol
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I know I haven't written for awhile but in all honesty I'm finding it hard to think of what to write about....that, and I don't really want to type all of my thoughts....seems a bit too personal.
I saw this on Britains Got Talent 2009 last night. I laughed so hard that I had to see if it was on youtube and share it with you all. Enjoy, laugh...and be merry!
Lynnette
I saw this on Britains Got Talent 2009 last night. I laughed so hard that I had to see if it was on youtube and share it with you all. Enjoy, laugh...and be merry!
Lynnette
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