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
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