Monday, November 27, 2006

WTF!


When i went my car i discovered something really REALLY odd.
My car was covered in what looked like bird s**t, however on closer look it was green, (gross i know). It then occurd to me that maybe the bird had an upset stomach hence why it was green!! However it was ALL over the back of my car, the boot, the top and the front... BIRD S**T = NOT POSSIBLE.
It could be some sap from a tree above, however my car wasnt parked near any overhead trees!!
I have no idea what it could be, there was a suggestion of it being avacodo, however the only way to find that out would be to taste it!

Saturday, November 25, 2006

Man about town

What a week it has been, im not going to go into much detail and bore you all but at the moment im really embracing London life, seeing loads of great sites and meeting some great people through auditions etc. Im making a point of going into town more and with my Oyster card ANYTHING is possible!
A highlight of this week was when the producer of our play that im working on took me and some friends out for lunch to the OXO Tower, perhaps one of the most exclusive resuarants in London....(and yes i had my nike rucksack with me)

Of course the event couldnt pass without a photo so here it is! we had the best restaurant in the house with a view that over some great London sites.

With a terrible rainstorm and awful weather that we are having i thought i would post something to cheer everyone up, something that could be enjoyed by all. So please enjoy a clip from this animated feature and if by the time it finishes you dont feel a little happier in your day i will gladly re-fund your money!


Now how do you feel?

Tuesday, November 21, 2006

its been a hard days work

During these busy days of job hunting, seeking immediate success and fortune i managed to take some time out to relax.

Its funny how its always the simple things that can bring the most joy into a day. If only other unemployed people would do such activities perhaps the problem of drugs would not be such an issue in todays society.
Wait did i just make a sweeping statement that all unemployed people are on drugs?......yeah!
(sweeping statements are always the best)
please enjoy at your leisure!

Monday, November 20, 2006

What do you think?

I invite all you bloggers to leave your thoughts...

Shaken Not Stirred


Bond and Buffet.

what a great evening. After stuffing our faces with a chinese buffet and drinking copious amounts of chinese tea it was time to go see the new Bond film. My gut reaction when i woke up in the morning was to go buy the tickets early and boy was i right!
the cinema was packed and em (miss money penny) and I saw 2 of our mates Dan and David sat solemnly outside nursing a pint dissapointed that tickets for bond had sold out (in my head i was smug. but only in my head)

So after a bit of bantor we sat in our seats 2 sodas and a big pack of revels and enjoyed the movie!

Im going to be honest!!..it wasnt the best Bond i have seen, nor was it the worst. What made it great for me was the couple sat next to em who kept explaining the "plot" to each other and the young man sat next to me that although he finished his drink within 10minutes of the film starting continued to suck through the straw for the remaining 120minutes! I love the British public!

Thursday, November 16, 2006

Fully Fledged Londoner


Its been along time coming but this morning as i was about to embark on the tube i decided to purchase an Oyster Card. For those who dont know wat one is its a way for the government to track where you go on the tube...oh and it also saves you money instead of buying a ticket everyday!

So i am now i think a fully fledged Londoner! Although i havnt been mugged yet but theres still time!

I did hesitate about putting the picture up but i feel so proud of it i wanted to show it off!! bet you Leeds lot are jeleous now!!

Wednesday, November 15, 2006

Jamie Oliver

Last night i decided to have a few friends over for dinner.
Celebrate the fact we finished our MA and also to console each other regarding employment.

unusually the vegetarians out numbered the normal eaters so we were stuck with Quorn however i made a great chilli!! I decided to share with you all the making of the meal so do please enjoy!!

Monday, November 13, 2006

Everyone like a montage

Who doesnt like a video montage!!
Enjoy bloggers!!

Sunday, November 12, 2006

Friday, November 10, 2006

video?

Richard Jackson MA


Results day today... to my surprise i passed and i am now officially
Richard Jackson MA BA.
am i shocked? Yes
are they charging £25 per ticket for graduation? You bet!

So i have now collected enough letters after my name i think. Its time to let some other people have a go!

Well done Richard!!!

Bloggers its party time!!

Monday, November 06, 2006

old Skool


What a great night on Sat... carnt go wrong with old skool i think. It was clear tho about 11pm when i started to order to double JD and coke that the night was going to end up messy, and sure enough when i fell out the taxi i followed this up with vomitting over myself in my house! (no night out in headingly is complete without that) lets be fair!

Great to see the old skool out in force!!
Nice to be back in London. CENTRAL c u all this week i hope!!

Friday, November 03, 2006

Matinee

While some people may think going to the cinema at 3.30 to see one of the most greusome and horrific films made this year is a little odd...i myself see it as good sense.
A- it wont be busy in the cinema.
B- Finding a parking space will be so much easier!!
C- isnt it awesome when you go into the cinema and its day, then leave when its night!!



Saw 3 - critics have refused to rate this film and others have refused to see it, however what i will say is that its better than SAW2 (thankfully) and not for the faint hearted! Debra who i went to see the film may however give you a different response.

ive just realised that im moving back to london in 2days... should i look for a job now or wait till i get down!!...

Thursday, November 02, 2006

Gunpowder, Treason, and...

It really is amazing how much fun can be had with gunpowder!!
This years firework show was perhaps the best yet...as you can see below we had quite a good selection of fireworks. New to this year was a DOUBLE catherine wheel!!!!! thats 2 at once!! yes it was as good as it sounds!!



Catering was supplied by Diane Jackson and it was what you would expect from any traditional firework party. Tomato soup, jacket potatoe with various fillings, toffee apples and so on..

The display lasted around 45minutes our longest yet!!

Happy Bonfire Night everyone...
Bloggers leave your hints and tips on how to havea good bonfire night!!

Saturday, October 28, 2006

western medicine has failed me!


It seems that i am not longed for Western Medicine as they have no idea what is up with my left calf so after months of deliberation i decided to dish out the cash and go to see an acupuncturist!!

it filled me with content when i went into the room that the woman "Dr Li" had english as her 2nd language!! the real Mccoy.

so after being proded with needles she covered me up with a towel and told me she would be back in 30mins!...this i was not planning on... what was i to for 30min covered in needles.... and told i "couldnt move"

I SLEPT.

as i woke up she was removing them and then proceeded to sell me an ointment for a following £15 which apparanrlt is essential in the treatment!... hmmm am i being 2 cynical!

However on a positive note i did get a cool tickling feeling down my left side of my body, or that may just have been a mild stroke from the hurendous evening at work the night before!!

please leave your views on eastern medicine!!!

R.
t-minus 5days before the firework night!!

Friday, October 27, 2006

The Village People

after a few months of hard grafting it would seem i only have a few shifts left at "the village pub"

am i pleased? yeah!!
will i be returning with my head down at xmas? yeah!

here is my little tribute to the village staff from days gone bye! ITS BEEN A BLAST!

Friday, October 20, 2006

Oh No It Isnt!!...


Can i first of all just thank Harvey for this great photo, which i may use as my new headshot!...check out my completly natural shock in the photo..no pose, %100 reaction!
Waking up to a voicemail from my agent was great, however then discovering it was for a PANTOMIME was a little disheartening...anyways it seemed like quite a good gig and i did for about 5seconds get giddy, however it was soon dashed when it turned out they didnt want to see me for an audition in the end!!

ANOTHER ONE BITES THE DUST...
but im not destined for pantomime..something far greater im sure is just around the corner!! (im sure)

Only 11 days left till i move back to London, im looking 4ward to getting started on a new show called C54 with some great talent from central aswell as securing some high flying job in a local pub to keep the ££££ roling in!!

The annual JACKSON BONFIRE night is starting to get underway in my house, with my dad collecting random amounts of dry wood and slying giving me £10 notes without my mum seeing for fireworks. We have had to mvoe the date forward a little due to me leaving for london however its going to be bigger than ever!! i will keep you postedp

Friday, October 13, 2006


So as i journed to work i new that i would be working in the restaurant 2nite.. SALINGERS!..ok working the bar here was going to be fine, i could almost say relaxed. However i arrive into the restuarant and hear the news that a member of staff hasnt turned up and they have a new guy starting and i was to work "The Pass" for those of you who are fans of Hells Kitchen will know what this is. For those that dont imagine actual hell and you will get a clear idea of how it is!!
(its the metal hot plates where all the food is put for the waiters to take out 2 the tables (me and this new guy being the only waiters)

So the resurant has a million tables (ok 32) and i have no idea where any of them are so i create for myself a table plan....with this plan surely it carnt go that wrong, however 4mins later im told that it isnt "appropriate" to have this so i do quick gage of the tables and hope for the best!

carrying food randomy around a resturant is fun for the first 20mins but then it just becomes embarassing!

The Chef was patient with me which is one blessing however it was perhaps the most stressed i have ever been! starters, main course, side orders, room service, more main courses...burnt fingers, regualr abuse from the KP'S (kitchen porters) many of which carnt speak english so were insulting me in their own language.. however 6hrs later the last of the food i take out and the night is over!!
RESULT - £6 tips!

NEVER AGAIN!!

Thursday, October 12, 2006

Woodie is a go go



After visiting American theme parks i was beginning to have doubts about the future of our themeparks here is good old England, ok so Thorpe Park is striving forward with loads of new rides but it would seem Alton Towers is being left behind........UNTIL....

I confirm that Alton Towers is building its very first Wooden Rollercoaster that will break world records!! It is going to stretch along from UG LAND across the forest into FORBIDDEN VALLEY and will be ready to ride 2008!! ( start counting down the days)

Enough now enough!!

I got very excited today aswell as i ordered my copy of Rollercoaster Tycoon 3! it should arrive 2mrw as i paid and xtra £2.50 for xpress delivery!!... Enough now Enough!

Damn i made a nice dinner tonight, liver and sausage casserole with potatoes 3 veg and yorkshire pudding. i think it was fair to say i was full after!

Wednesday, October 11, 2006

Verdict

The verdict on the new chinese "De Fresh" im going to give it a 6/10.
not as good as the Regent, but better than Akina! i got free china tea as i waited for the food! snazy!!

Working tonight, half way through my 5night run of shifts, 2weeks left to go.
Am i relieved when i leave? Yes...
Will i be returning again at xmas? Yes...
Damit!!

My thought for the day is.....
i know its illegal to drink and drive... but..
is it illegal to drink and ride a bicycle?