BLOURNAL
Still kicking
Hi.
Just thought I’d post something to let you all know that I’m still kicking. I think my last update was at the end of May and not much has happened since then… at least in my own wee bubble.
A quick wee update
Hi, everyone.
Just thought I’d post a quick wee update to let you all know that… I’m still around. Not much has happened since my last “blournal” entry.
Let It Rain
The rain’s finally made its overdue return to these shores after three weeks of heat and sunshine.
Surfing and superheroes*
I saw both Thunderbolts* and The Surfer at the cinema yesterday.
Odds and ends
Yesterday was another beautiful day, so naturally, I’m still taking some sunset photos. I’m usually quite self-critical of my photography skills, but in this case, I’m actually pretty happy with how these turned out. Now, I just need to make sure to add these to my sunsets gallery whenever I get the opportunity.
Darkness Into Light
I had an early start this morning as I took part in this year’s local Darkness Into Light walk.
I still haven’t seen The Acolyte
Was feeling a bit groggy yesterday, but I think I’m slightly more energised today. That’s always a plus.
A quick addendum to an eventful Tuesday
OK so once again, I didn’t get around to watching The Acolyte, but I did manage to squeeze in a six-mile bike ride before it got dark and I’ve started marathoning the Final Destination franchise.
Revenge of the Sixth
For the last couple of days, I’ve been trying my luck to capture a good binary sunset like the ones they have on Tattooine.
Some Kind of Normality
Went out for a few pints last night, instead of watching The Acolyte like I said I would. I promise I'm not trying to put off watching that series. It’s just that yesterday was a Bank Holiday and I felt like treating myself a little bit.
There’s always a bigger fifth
Yes, that’s a Star Wars reference and yes, I will be keeping this shit up for the foreseeable.
May the Fourth Be With You
Happy Star Wars Day, everyone.
Mayday
Well, that’s the first day of May done and dusted. I can’t believe that we’re a third of the way into the year already. I previously asked where the time went in a previous “blournal“ entry so it doesn’t bear repeating.
Happy Alien Day
I almost forgot that today is Alien Day. Alas, I’m heading out to the pub for the night, so I won’t get the chance to watch any of the films beforehand, but I might watch the OG film when I get back… preferably with the lights out.
Sinners
I finally got around to seeing Sinners yesterday, and sorry to disappoint anyone who expects me to be a contrarian but yeah, I thought it was bloody brilliant. Possibly my favourite film of the year so far.
420
Almost completely forgot that today is 420 Day, in addition to being Easter Sunday. Not that it has any effect on my life as I don’t smoke and I don’t intend to start anytime soon, but I think it’s kind of neat.
Scairbhín Season
Mum gave me a new word to add to my vocabulary this morning… scaraveen (or “scairbhín”). The word has its roots in the Irish phrase “garbh shíon na gCuach” and translates to “rough weather of the cuckoo”.
Feeling coo-mtemplative…
So far, today has been quite a drizzly day, but that hasn’t stopped this pigeon from dropping by to have a quick glance at their reflection.
A sort of update
Today is one of those days where the weather can’t seem to make up its mind. The sun is shining but it’s also deceptively nippy and there’s the occasional black clouds looming in the sky. Not exactly ideal cycling weather, but I managed to rack up some good mileage so either way, I’m happy.
Along the Loughshore
Dad and I went for a walk along the Moyola Waterfoot Nature Reverse earlier today. It’s a little off the beaten path, but it’s a lovely spot and the warm weather only makes it all the more picturesque.