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BBC News quote of the day From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (930 days old)

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Welcome back From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (959 days old)

It's been a very long time since I blogged. So here is a picture of the world's tallest man, Bao Xishun, and his new wife. She's only 25 years younger than him, and significantly shorter too... … more

The Facebook Firefox Toolbar From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1006 days old)

Last night I stumbled upon something that has taken all of my willpower not to install. It's The Facebook Firefox Toolbar It gives you a toolbar in firefox which allows you to do all those importa… more

Who said footballers were thick? From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1015 days old)

These are very old, but I just found them on my computer and they made me chuckle. And I haven't posted in a while. 'My parents have been there for me, ever since I was about 7.' - David Beckham … more

Marks and educated From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1027 days old)

I've noticed something. Where most supermarkets have a '10 items or less' aisle (which is bad use of the English language, obviously :D), Marks and Spencer have a '10 items or fewer'. Isn't that mar… more

"Anyone Can Write A Graham Kendrick Song" From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1037 days old)

(To the tune of "Jesus Put This Song Into Our Hearts") Anyone can write a Graham Kendrick song, Anyone can write a Graham Kendrick song, You just make the words up as you go along, Anyone can wr… more

A long, geeky, musical joke From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1041 days old)

C, E-flat, and G go into a bar. The bartender says, "Sorry, but we don't serve minors." So, the E-flat leaves, and the C and the G have an open fifth between them. After a few drinks, the fifth … more

Ricky Gervais on the Bible From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1057 days old)

I couldn't decided whether to post this or not... so here it is! It's Ricky Gervais doing stand up, and he gets onto talking about Genesis. It's obviously done as comedy, and it's a bit rude in plac… more

The meaning of Christmas From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1058 days old)

According to the BBC, fewer than half of 7 to 11 year olds think or know that Christmas is about the birth of Jesus. Isn't that outrageous? But more importantly, isn't it sad? I just can't imagine … more

And again From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1060 days old)

Oh dear, it's been nine days and I still have nothing to say. So don't sit here reading my blog - go and play a game!… more

And again From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1060 days old)

Oh dear, it's been nine days and I still have nothing to say. So don't sit here reading my blog - go and play a game!… more

Doesn't time fly? From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1069 days old)

I keep thinking of things to blog about, and then promptly forgetting. So here are one or two thoughts that I haven't forgotten about right now. 1. Flickr is very annoying. I knew that you could … more

Well, everyone else has done it... From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1072 days old)

Four jobs you've had in your life 1. Church apprentice 2. Sales Consultant - Dawkes Music 3. Occasionally getting paid for singing or bassooning 4. I don't think there is a fourth. Oh, except I… more

The first Noelle From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1097 days old)

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Marvellous From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1107 days old)

I've just been cheered up by remembering one of my favourite bad jokes. (It's not as good as the tortoise joke, but that just doesn't work very well through the medium of the internet.) I think Simo… more

Lasagne From lucyisonlyfourcharacters in Lucy's blog (1108 days old)

I have just made a rather yummy looking veggie lasagne in preparation for tonights dinner party! it looks so good and cheesy. the hardest bit is going to be not eating it until tonight. p.s. i thin… more

One liners From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1120 days old)

I was doing some decorating, so I got out my step-ladder. I don't get on with my real ladder. I went to a restaurant that serves 'breakfast at any time'. So I ordered French Toast during the Renais… more

it could happen to anyone! From lucyisonlyfourcharacters in Lucy's blog (1124 days old)

i was shopping in beeston today and saw a table outside the antique shop. we're kind of looking for a table to go in the kitchen, so i checked the price. not too expensive, but not really the right si… more

Yo From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1125 days old)

I officially got chucked out of NYC the other day for being too old. This is a shame. My other post that day was a letter saying the people at Barclaycard are going to send my a shiny gold one. Som… more

Your car From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1128 days old)

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Engrish From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1132 days old)

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8 treadmills From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1133 days old)

What would you do with 8 treadmills? … more

The demise of Sainsburys Basics chocolate From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1134 days old)

Ask Garth, Frazer, or Chris and they will verify that in our house last year we consumed a highly commendable quantity of Sainsburys Basics milk chocolate. Indeed, the rare occasion that Sainsburys w… more

Boris From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1135 days old)

I appear to be going through a phase of not being bothered to blog. Maybe I will get into the habit again soon. However, I can't help bringing your attention to the fact that Boris slams Jamie's f… more

the mobility scooter of dreams From lucyisonlyfourcharacters in Lucy's blog (1135 days old)

A few times this last week i've debated getting a bike. The walk to uni would be so much quicker if it took place on a bike. But seeing as the last time i cycled was at the age of 11 (and then it was … more

I must blog more often From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1144 days old)

This week, I have been mostly listening to Giles Swayne.… more

Back from the dark ages From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1153 days old)

I've finally got me some broadband in the house, although we need to sort out a network before I can properly get back into wasting all my time on facebook etc. But this is good news. It's good to b… more

Washing up bowls From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1162 days old)

Can somebody please explain to me the concept of a washing up bowl? I just don't get it. Why is there a problem with just putting the plug in the sink? That is all I have to say.… more

Derby From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1164 days old)

Well, boys and girls, I have arrived in Derby, and am officially a working chappie. It looks like I'm going to get pretty busy pretty quickly, which is good because I'm suddenly getting rid of the po… more

Update From jonathanbell in So there were these two tortoises... (1167 days old)

I have not blogged for a very long time. For this I apologise. It turned out that I didn't get very much time on the internet at all while I was away. I'm certainly not going to provide a blow-… more