Carry On Scrapping....

Being tagged?

And I just thought that was what happened to naughty people they want to keep and eye on....

Sally 'tagged' me... so here goes!

2 names you go by: Kirsty and Wombat (Its a nickname my friends use for me)

2 parts of your heritage: Welsh (Mum) and Scottish (Dad)

2 of your everyday essentials:  Tea and my computer

2 favourite bands or musical artists: Foo Fighters and Stone Roses

2 favourite songs: hmm... tricky one. I have favourites for different reasons. But I guess my favourite songs of all time are: Disco Down by Shed Seven and I am the resurrection by the Stone Roses. Certified to get me a-dancin'
                                       
2 things you want in a relationship ( other than real love): Laughter and affection.

2 - Physical things that appeal to you in the opposite sex:  <Sniggers> hur-hur-hur .... No. I shan't be rude.

An excellent sense of humour and nice pair of eyes. Oh - And a massive............... tolerance level for me.

2 of your favourite hobbies: Scrapbooking and socialising. How fortunate that the two seem to cross over....!

2 things you want really badly: Tea to be made available on the NHS and (sorry TheChap!) to be Mrs Dave Grohl.

2 places you want to go on vacation: Alaska and Iceland.

2 things to do before I die: Skydive and go skiing in the US.

2 ways you are a stereotypical chick: I own a nice handbag and I do actually like pink.

2 things you are thinking about now: How soon is it until the working day is over? and Why can't I still be in bed?

2 stores you shop at: Debenhams (I am a lazy shopper!) and wherever the best bargain is.

2 things that scare you: Spiders and doctors receptionists.

2 people you would like to see take this quiz: All the people whose blogs I read have been tagged! So - Janet (my Best Pal) and Dani.

Clogs, Tulips and Windmills...

... oh - and great food, beer and cocktails.

I did love Amsterdam.

TheChap and I had a disgustingly early flight (big thanks to DadCabs for the even more disgustingly early ride to the airport) so we had a full day in the 'Dam on Friday. After booking into the fabulous  American Hotel  and a quick coffee in the Cafe American (a fabulous Art Deco cafe in the hotel), we headed off to the Anne Frank house.

It was strange to see the reality of a story I know so well. The tour of the whole house was amazing and moving. It was astonishing and heartbreaking to see a photo of the Anne Frank memorial spraypainted with a swastika by neo-nazis.

Here it is unsullied...

We headed towards Spui and to De Bieraard, one of theChaps favourite bars. The people watching is brilliant, as loads of bikes go past, as do the trams. It was here where I fell in love with Framboise - Raspberry Beer. My  that stuff is good!

Michael and my tipple of choice....

After a rejuvenating nap at the hotel for a few hours, we headed out for Rijstaffel just off Leidesplein and discovered a fab rock bar called Black and White. You just have to love The Rough Guide. It never fails!

This was cut short by a desire for a wander around the red light district. My. What an eye opener! The erotic museum was good for a slightly disturbed giggle, although I don't think I will ever get over seeing photgraphs of Victorian people having sex. The men kept their shoes and socks on....

One of the canals in the Red Light District

Saturday was TheChaps day. It was a Celtic vs Rangers 'Old Firm' day, so finding a pub that was showing it and a seat was a priority. We ended up in the wonderfully named 'Durty Nelly's' - an Irish bar on Waarmoestraat. The match ended up 3-0 to Celtic, so at least I had a very happy chap on my hands that day!

Happy Michael and Kirsty - courtesy of a fellow Bhoy.

Another nap to recover, and out to a Greek restaurant. They had a restaurant cat! This makes me happy.

Sunday was the Van Gogh museum and meeting up with TheChaps friend Pieter. This lead onto an impromptu evening of fondue, rum and cocktails.... I can heartily recommend Golden Cadillacs and Bellini's in Harry's Bar on Spuistraat. Thank heavens for a late check out on Monday....

Our last day was spent bimbling about enjoying our last hours in a fabulous city. Amsterdam... I will return.

Kx

More phots up in the Amsterdam album...

Sorting and tidying and generally being ruthless...

I am under threat of pain and death from my ever tolerant mother. We share a craft room at her house and my 'side' is a bit of a tip.

So... Operation Ruthless Scrapper starts in earnest this weekend. Yes. I know that paper is lovely, but will I ever sodding use it? No!
So far there is a pile about 3 inches thick of paper and card to get rid of. Including a whole wedge of KI memories paper that I bought thinking "Crikey yes! thats just what I need!" but in reality I just can't use.

It actually feels quite good. And I will be updating my spoddy-tastic Bazzill cardstock spreadsheet. Oh yes. Now that always results in a scary moment. How much bloody cardstock do I have?!

Of course, in stead of staying in yesterday to sort things out, I went to the NEC. And bought very little! Go me! OK, so the alphabet stamps aren't essential for my survival, nor are the little collection of cardmaking things from Craftwork Cards. And I can't really convince myself that I would have died without that bottle of autumnal leaves. The white Staz-on was however *essential*. Oh yes.

Right! Up and at'em Watson.... Stuff and things to do. Stop procrastinating. Get UP!

And It's Friday, I'm in love...

And before you ask - it's a song lyric... By The Cure. Look! Here!

A busy weekend ahead. TheChap is flying down to stay, so I am going all Domestic Goddess and cooking all weekend. (he's been poorly, the poor dear...)

We are off to a bonfire party on Saturday night. Danielle always hosts a cracking night, her enormous steak pies are a sight to behold. I must remember to take my tripod, I want some good shots of the fireworks.....

Wales are playing the All Blacks on Saturday too - I will be glued to the screen. Well - I say glued - I mean running into the kitchen because I can't stand the suspense....

Then Sunday, TheChap has requested a visit to the local Celtic supporters pub in Derby to watch the Celtic/Falkirk game. I am nearly getting used to this football melarkey. Prior to TheChap, I had seen TWO football games in my entire life.  Dearie me....

Anyway - 2 websites that are currently amusing me greatly. Have fun!
Daily Mail Headline Maker
David Blunkett Policy Maker

OK so the latter is slightly out of date, but hey! Still funny....

Oh - and another couple of photos from CJ's photo shoot...

My usual resting state: giggling.

CJ's suggestion of me (Yes....ME!) holding a pink fluffy fan, reduced me to complete giggling hysterics. And she photographed it. We both agreed I was not really the pink fan type.

Kxx