We’re back from France. Normal service will resume shortly.
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Author: shauny
We are having a lovely time in the South of France. Climbed a mountain today (some of it anyway) and been bobbing around in the sea!
On our way to the airport! France here we come!
Some people absolutely infuriate me with their stupidity
Me: How can you, as a gay person, support these [religious] people who have an anti-gay agenda?
Him: Everyone is entitled to their opinion!
Me: Yes, certainly. But these people are rallying against gay rights. Human rights. Their beliefs should not affect other people.
Him: You should respect other peoples views even if you don’t agree!
Me: Actually, no. They can believe what they want—they are entitled to their beliefs. But they should not try to limit others’ human rights with their anti-gay agenda.
Him: But if others are making a case on one side it’s up to others to counter that argument. Tha’ts democracy! In a good democracy, the right thing will win out, what ever that is.
Me: Do you think the majority should be able to vote on the minority’s human rights? Do you think if someone offends you, you have the right to squash it out? Do you realise these are the justifications for slavery, racism, sexism, homophobia, etc.?
Him: My opinion is irrelevent, I am just saying that everyone is entitled to have their own! End of!
Me: /facepalm. You are failing to understand everything I am saying. It is funny how the religious people who *demand* respect and tolerance of their beliefs are the ones who, historically, are the most intolerant (not just to gays, but to all rational thought and inquiry).
Friends do not let friends use IE6
Amy Barzdukas, Microsoft’s general manager for Internet Explorer.
On the NHS
The demonstrably false, idiotic FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) being spread by U.S. Republicans about the NHS / Health Reform just goes to show how pathetic they are — they will lie and cheat and spread nonsense to try and force America to keep health care for the rich and fortunate.
What is their motive? Do they really believe that those too poor to afford health insurance should die?
“Isn’t he cute? And we hate all the same things!” perfect quote from Bionic Woman.
Although Spotify would be PERFECT for in an office. I guess you don’t have to pay radio fees, and you can listen to what you want!
Not impressed with Spotify. I’m just going to used it for full previews of songs, which I can then d/load from last.fm (using SweetFM).
Just read the new WOW patch notes. I still look back at WOW every now and again, but am so glad I left – and will not return!
The serial comma is sometimes important
Without the serial comma:
I’d like to thank my parents, Mother Theresa and the Pope.
With the serial comma:
I’d like to thank my parents, Mother Theresa, and the Pope.
Two very different sentences. Just a comma difference.
One possible scenario involves Apple leveraging the e-commerce potential of the iPhone by allowing users to pay for real-world items in-store using their mobile devices in combination with their iTunes account. If an iPhone could replace cards, wallet and cash, that would definitely become a selling point for many.
Rumor Has It: Apple Set to Go Toe-to-Toe With PayPal
Oh yes, most definitely. If I could pay for shopping / bus and train fares / etc. wirelessly with just my iPhone, that would be awesome. Very futuristic.
In the morning I like to launch all the apps I’ll need – all at once. Love to watch to icons bounce on the dock in unison! Boing boing boing
Greg: Interior design is just cushions, right!? 😉
Mac OS X 10.5.8 available through Software Update
Mac OS X 10.5.8 available through Software Update
The latest update to Mac OS X (which is sent to every Mac owner) automatically upgrades your Safari 3 install to Safari 4.
This is excellent and exactly what should happen on all operating systems. There is no reason not to upgrade your browser, but every reason that you should. Some people cannot be bothered to go find the download though, so bringing it automatically to people like this is perfect. Well done Apple!
I find myself skipping a lot of songs on my iPod. Maybe my taste has changed. What should I listen to?
Our holiday pack came in the post today – officially excited about holiday!
Scanning a print-out of a line drawing and then tracing over it again because client hasn’t brought original file. The stupid – it burns!
Out of Africa
A beautiful story, pulls all your heartstrings and is both happy and sad. Very Memorable.
4.5 stars
I just joined the NHS Organ Donation Register. Don’t know why I didn’t do it sooner, it is so easy and will save lives.
