Friday q and a #93 part B.
I know I said I'd do the part B for q and a 93 some time last millennium, but the Dirtbombs got in the way and then there were all those astounding confessions and then I've spent this whole last week roaming the streets of beautiful, perfect Melbourne feeling desperately homesick and well, you know how things are. Forgive me. Let's just have a little hug.
The Last Scientician said...
It was a trip to Sydney that reminded me of an important fact re: Sydney vs Melbourne.
It was this: all cities in the world are different. Find the good bits, and you'll have a ball.
Now for a question. If everyone else at a planning meeting in my faculty contributed something except me, do you think anyone noticed?
I honestly had no opinion (hard to believe, I'm sure) about the acronym laden neo-garble they were spouting all day. Well, nothing that would get me invited to lunch with the assistant Dean of Knowledge transmission or whatever he is.
Is it best in such situations to bite one's tongue, rather than coat them all with a hefty spray of vicious bile from the anti-authoritarian that dwells beneath this thin facade of business shirts and Doc Martens?
I wouldn't worry about it too much. I contribute seven parts of fuck all to the morning show and they still let me come back every day and continue making a hash of things. Just bite your tongue and go play a zesty game of whack-a-mole at the Fun Factory once you're off work. It's surprising how much smashing the shit out of some plastic animals with an oversized novelty hammer can take the edge off your tension.
syms covington said...
bloody loved the tim rogers tea towels that did the rounds during his last tour. left me in the good books re xmas presents they did.
Oh, that would be a nice addition to the anal sex ones currently decorating the kitchen. I sense a crossover market for rock n roll gays....
melbournegirl said...
i second the question about the next rywhm confession booth. it has been a while.
also what is the current status of the competition for guessing first person to die in 2008.
ALSO my real question: have you been under any pressure to modify or tone down your posts/comments on this blog, that is from heavy bosses, contractual obligations and the like?
ps i think i saw your boots in an op-shop recently. did you take them to sydney with you? [sneaky final qn slipped in there]
a) Confession booth - see post. Wish, command, etc.
b) My conscience got the better of me this year and I neglected to arrange anything concrete in relation to Celebrity Sweepstakes lest I be struck down with some kind of karmic brain AIDS. It would be wholly deserved.
c) None whatsoever. They all seem quite content to let me talk smack on the interwebs without wading in to pull rank. Which is nice. I'm not sure I'd be overly thrilled if someone told me to can the political chit-chat and focus instead on the miraculous new Presets single. Even if it is rather winsome and becoming.
d) I am wearing them right now. I sleep in them. They give me Hulk-like strength.
dankellyisasexygnome said...
first off, Clara: look at Kensington. Inner city, cheapish, some good eats (everything from Irish pub fare to Ethiopian to Malaysian within 2 blocks)
BTW, when Obama wins 90% of the African-American vote (http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5giZDjUrVk9p4HpVouqLhFbdtXTYAD8UP4NTG0) [wow that is an ugly link] maybe it is reasonable to discuss the role race plays in the Democratic contest?
Anyway, it's now almost 6am and i'm waiting to see whom amongst the three of you speaks first. If you happen to be reading your blog, if it could be you and you could do a 50's era 'good morning and welcome to J-J-J, Australia's best source of bee-bopping tunes for all you hipsters out there' that'd be awesome.
as for a question, why does Aldi cola make my kidneys feel bad?
Wtf is Aldi cola? Lindsay just told me it was a very cheap brand of cola. There's your problem right there. Vegans know all about that shit. You get what you pay for, cheapskate.
butnotassexyasjoseramoshortammmncatholicpriests said...
Oh, and more seriously, what do you suggest for someone moving from Melbourne to Canberra for educational purposes? It seems pretty much like a huge Werribee but without train stations for the yuuf.
What do I suggest? Gracious, I'm not sure I know what you mean. In terms of settling down in a neighbourhood, or simply adjusting to a newfound architecturally structured lifestyle? I've only ever been to Canberra for a total of three days but I enjoyed what I saw, particularly when squired about town on this particular vehicle
YES REALLY. From memory there have been some lovely 'welcome to Canberra, please enjoy your
A. Nonymous Esq. said...
Many thanks, O wise one.
*curtseys*
perplexed passenger said...
how do you find the time to answer all of these questions, AND write a blog, AND be on the radio at such early hours of the morning?? p.s. love the show, I listen to it on the way to work everyday and always get at least one lol moment out of it, especially the txt spk :)
Oh god, I don't know. I'm fucking tired and I'm doing too many jobs at the moment and I have to quit one before I grow myself a goitre. May/June is looking like a good time to stop and take a breather, but until then I'm on a somewhat punishing schedule. If I had five minutes to stop and drink a cocktail whilst reading Kingsley Amis I would be a very happy lady.
Bomba said...
Just wondering if you would like to put one of these in your blogs side-bar and spread the good news.
http://www.backwardsbush.com/
Only 333 days to go as I write this.
January 20, 2009 will be a day for celebrating.
I've kind of resisted putting too many counters or flow charts or graphs or GUESS WHO LINKS TO ME-type things on this blog as I sort of prefer the basic naked lady 'look' that my friend Joseph Make-Believe conjured up for me some moons ago. Certainly the idea of counting ol' GWB out of office is a pleasing thought, though if Americans had their shit together enough to actually vote the perennially grinning dimwit out in 2004 it may have been more deeply satisfying.
BigMattStud said...
richwell, what I found most amusing about that link was that in a blog post about female ejaculation she feels the need to warn the readers that there's a medical diagram that's NSFW.
Glad she did, because before that I was all set to pin it up on the bulletin board.
And is it just me, but is there something weird about that diagram ? I'm no expert on the female anatomy, but some of those parts just seem to be in the wrong place to me.
I can't say I've spent much time peering into the dark recesses of female parts - either my own or others' - though if I ever change my mind and seek further information I can always go see one of Annie Sprinkle's Public Cervix Announcements like thusly
' I can see my house from here, etc'
Do you have to type anonymous? said...
Had my first Northcote Social Club experience this evening. Has anyone else had the pleasure of some fuckwit threatening to put a bullet in your head at that particular venue?
Gosh, no. Last time I was at the NSC I was racing in and out of the toilets with a cockeyed companion and playing a long and refreshing game of 'You Do/We Do' on my digital camera, which was later sadly stolen from my van. And then to complete the cycle of life my van was stolen. I look forward to returning to the venue this Saturday night and baiting gurning onlookers into waving their glocks all up in my grill.
BEVIS said...
Question for Ms Fits: I missed IOU: Mary Hardy the other week (I'd intended to watch it, but sadly forgot all about it). However, my out-laws saw it and thought that what you had to say was very good. Would you agree? And do you think the finished special (presuming you saw it in its entirety) was good / a credit to the woman in question?
Question for Ben: Why not include American Dad! in your list of US adult-oriented cartoons? If not for Channel Seven placing them back-to-back last year, I probably never would have bothered ... but I must say it's often quite hilarious (not as good as Family Guy, but still very good).
Question for lfe507: What was the clue in the SMH Omega crossword, exactly?
Answer for Anonymous @ 10:39 on 19th February: Are you new around here, or something? Of course she is, but that's why we love her. (I wonder if you think your question stung her. If so, you clearly are new around here.)
I didn't see the Mary Hardy special (I sleep from 6pm onwards like a chaste vampire), but I hear it was okay. It's all a bit weird, to be honest. I would never propose that something I had to say was very good as I am at best a bumbling ass, but the producer gave me a nice bottle of gin which certainly moved things along a little.
awake for no good reason said...
Dear golly gosh I couldn't find the anonymous comment from the 19th February. Does this mean the lovely Ms. Fits has taken a page out of the semi-powerful-alternative-media-celebrity lucrative-guide on shutting out the comments of the retarded? I am quite curious as to what Anonymous had to say, aren't you?
Moreeque: In Melbourne, what are the best boutiques (read: student budget shopping centre chain store / opp shops) to locate those gorgeous floral dresses you pull off so well? I'm planning some Talented Mr. Ripley style identity fraud and thought I would start by getting wardrobe ideas straight from the horses mouth.
a) I pretty much don't ban comments ever, unless someone either specifically requests that I take theirs down or that they are in some way mortally wounded by something an anonymous poster has implied. Christ, it should be reasonably obvious that I let everything through to the keeper. Say what you want; I got to get all tactile with Josh Homme on Tuesday.
b) Hm. I tend to poach shit from all over the shop...Hunter Gatherer on Brunswick street is relatively consistent, though the prices can vary. In terms of 'student budget' I'd recommend lurking around Northcote Plaza, as occasionally those wee shops with shiny jeans can present a dainty piece of sartorial delight.
p.s. If you steal my identity you can't have my dog.
swy said...
I recently read Atonement and was wondering if you have any stroke with the producers of FTBC? Maybe you could sell them on the potential for debate about how one misplaced c-bomb can blow out your entire future.
They're pretty open to suggestions of all sorts - next month they've been gracious enough to allow me Ernest Hemingway's A Farewell To Arms which mostly makes up for the heinousness of sitting through Liar's Poker. I'm pushing for Kyril Bonfiglioli's The Mortdecai Trilogy to be covered in the future, but to be honest I've had a fair run and will most likely take what I get. The fact they still employ me is all I can hope for these days.
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I'm tired. I love Melbourne. I'll get to Friday q and a #94 when I'm damned good and ready. Go listen to some Townes Van Zandt or something. Hey look, a pigeon.
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Kylie or Dannii?
The pressure, the pressure....
The questions will all be gathered together and answered next time, fear not. I am diligent.
In all my years of scientistical evaluation of relationships, both my own and those near to me, I am yet to come across two that were even similar enough to make a reasonable comparison.
I know, there are some universal rules, like don't be a cunt to each other, but beyond that, do you think asking a third party, completely removed from a situation for advice regarding possible courses of actions is fruitful?
I think, what I mean is, without knowing the true situation from both sides, and the surrounding circumstances leading up to the relationship and current troublespots, and the personalities of both persons involved, do you think any advice offered will be helpful?
I'm clearly not having a go, Fits, because I know you live to give &c. Just curious.
it's harmless and it's free.
and it's nice.
I need to speak French right now. Where are the croissants…
*twirls moustache*
NOW what do i do?
Yes, well, I’d be interested to know what ms fits was wearing during this tête-à-tête. Good god how I am jealous.
welcome to c-town. recommendations include lunch at silo (sure, the bakery and cheese room are good, but the lunch time winelist is a fantastic way to take the edge off afternoon tutorials/branch meetings, &c.)
pheonix. monday nights
espresso: ground floor, aon building.
cheap asian: dickson. (two sisters = nice laotian)
botanical gardens. ace
questacon. take your friends, and a hip flask. it's ace.
and finally, a question for ms fits.
http://bp2.blogger.com/_a7jkcMVp5Vg/R-75_1TzP2I/AAAAAAAAEks/eX07S31sawU/s1600-h/ohshit.jpg
mr nelson?
This is a lovely and addictive word game that give rice to hungry people who eat rice.
http://www.freerice.com/
now you've had a play, what do you think?
I'm glad that you were able to enjoy some real Melbourne autumn.
Bad jokes aside, it's great if you like monuments - the War Memorial is a fantastic, sobering place, and the placement with regards to Parliament House is great as well. So those in power are forever reminded of the cost of their decisions.
The whole area around is the lake (National Museum, Questacon, National Library, High Courts) is magnificent too. Clubs wise, Civic is the place, even if it's not listed on any maps. But it's the city. Stay away from Mooseheads unless you like drunken ADFA types. Food wise, Kingston and Manuka are the biz, but there are great places all over town. Enjoy.
Welcome to canberra :)
The first thing to know is that ANU is the bomb. The second thing to know is that its colder than melbourne and we don't have very good heating.
Its easy to meet people in Canberra, cause no one is really *from* Canberra, so everyone's out to make new friends. Plus everyone in Canberra is kinda interesting and at least semi-intellectual (everyone else leaves cause the party scene blows).
It may take a while to work out what's going on, but don't dispair, it really is a pretty decent place to live (I'm comparing to Sydney, Melbourne, Hong Kong and Beijing).
Best thing about Canberra: the people. Everyone here is doing something cool, and its a very international city (meaning people from lots of places, and many people are involved in international events).
Worst thing: well there's lots of crappy things. Coming from Melbourne you'll probably be pissed off about the trading hours of cafes on weekends.
A final warning: Rent and food are more expensive.
Actually, its really hard to find somewhere to live, so start looking early. Just saying.
http://www.smh.com.au/news/national/if-the-name-fits-133/2008/04/05/1207249476408.html
eating around civic is depressing - try manuka but it's all so expensive. if you want to eat in a tram, go to the dickson shops, somewhere around there is a club with a tram. but a member has to sign you in i think.
also do go to the art gallery - exhibition at the moment from turner to monet is glorious. don't expect the gallery to be big, it's way small. i was surprised.
"The little viper cum vixen, the darling cutie-pie of the fashionista left literary brigade all venom but no nous. You wonder how she would have gotten on if she wasn’t old commie Frank’s Granddaughter?
Some pedigree…"
Oh
My
God.
anyone else?
This is superb: www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrlS9_n8GX4&feature=related
:)
hehehee
Is it just me or do you find when a newsreader says something about "the government" or "the prime minister" there's still a split second when your hackles go up, before you remember there's been a change of government?
OH YES! I was beginning to think old age was catching up on me, or perhaps we're both on the decline!! ;)
up the top near the faq click on options and follow promts as one would normally :o)
My best level is 36.
now my best is 46. i've reached it a couple of times, then my brain wants to explode. and i start making mistakes, ie have no clue what the words are, all my powers are used up.
sure, when you find out, you think to yourself, "aaah, ain't that grand" ..... but do you seriously think ms fits. could trade on that for very long?
these nutters seem to have some kinda (jealous) chip on their shoulders and maybe more likely, a complete lack of writing and broadcasting skills.
My questions for you are these
Can I have your thoughts on the music of Otis Redding?
And not firstly, my teacher threw to her class this comment”You don’t get in life what you deserve; you get in life what you can negotiate”. I see tall story tellers with lots, and I wonder. Again, I ask for your thoughts?
Yesterday I heard the latest female product commercial .I thought I should share it; I think you also appreciate creator’s ability to instill a WTF response. There latest slogan suggests that females who use their products, should not only just feel confident, they should feel “white skirt confidence”. This magic slogan is bound to get a shake of the head, or a twist of the face. Great work 3 and half stars
Nice seated knee knocking snapshot.
(stopped at 42 because it was already way past time to flush and get started with the day
sub-arctic forest got me though ... fell for the distractor)
Bearing in mind Barrowman's a size queen and there is photographic proofof Tennant's todger, what are my chances?
a) I like being a cunt to my partner. Can you tell me this is OK?
or
b) My partner is being a cunt to me. This is OK, right?
http://reasonsyouwillhateme.com/titting-off?
I applaud Fits courage to post them in the first place, some time ago I assume. And absolutely understand her removing photographs of her naked body now that we all know who she is...and not some faceless blogger.
Sheesh...allow the woman a little privacy, she owes you nothing I looked for Hours.
Thank you, anyway.
Q1: what exactly are the boundaries of Raunch?
Q2: is Raunch just a fashion accessory like drugs in the 60’s, bi-sexuality in the 70’s, musical incompetence in the 80’s and tattoos & piercings in the 90’s?
Q3: given your sweet accepting non-judgemental nature, what are your own raunchy boundaries?
Fascinated to know given my own adventures in debauchery seem somewhat sad and regrettable at this point in life. Please excuse my ignorance if these are FAQ’s or if a question quota has been violated
Both are subjective I guess...
i was just wondering if, now that you've moved cities and are now closer to mark priestley (dan goldman from all saints), you were any closer to making him be my boyfriend?
thanks, hope you're having a splendid day
xx
In an effort to make myself appear more manly (not that I don't consider myself a fine specimen of manliness already) I recently decided to grow a beard.
It's only just crossed the fresh-hold from stubble to respectable facial hair and I'm trying to decided whether I should keep it or simply shave it off.
My question is this, what are your opinions of facial hair (on a man)? And what do you think I should do?
http://andy-unwritten.livejournal.com/
You can find a couple of before and after shots here to give you some basis for judgement, under 'my beard'.
Do you think that the concept of putting a bounty on the heads of Young Liberals should have been brought up at the 2020 Summit?
I have a little story to go with my question I was a fellow reader of the lady pirates (ahoytherematey.blogspot.com) blog - I think you commented there once or twice. He was lovely and funny to read for the almost 12 months he was updating - then he took off on a Japan holiday and never really updated again.
Luckilly for me we'd made contact through MySpace (don't judge! I've since deleted my account!) and I mentioned I had a Lonely Planet guide and phrase book he could borrow when he was in old Tokyo town (I'd just gotten back myself) if he'd join Facebook (as it was all exciting and new at the time). The thing is - he still has the books. Almost a year later.
At first he was all like 'Oh! I'll send them soon - sorry!' and then he was like 'Oh! They're in the mail, are they not there yet?' and then he was like 'Oh! They got returned, there must have been an adress error!' and then there was silence.
I'm wondering if anyone has any ideas how I could get them back? I'm curious because it's over $100 worth of book and I have other friends (that I have actually met!) that would like to borrow them AND I'd like to look at them again! My Facebook wall posts are now being deleted from his page - unsurprising, I know, but I'm all out of ideas!
Please help?!
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