UK_Widowmaker

Sorry for my ramblings...I have just started my own Blog *finally got with the party* I shall trouble you no more, with stuff like this

Lucky Gits!

Yup..it's that Saturday night feeling again....and my latest musings on middle age, and dullness have raised their ugly heads over the parapet. Just playing Racedriver GRID (a racing car game for those who don't know)...and I've had five bottles of Bombadier too..so my driving is slightly under par! Got me to thinking though. I would never drive a car under the influence...I am a staunch believer in a mandatory prison sentence, for those that do. but.... Have we also become too removed from what makes us feel 'alive?' in the 21st century? I mean...zapping around a Racetrack at breakneck speed...ok, so a virtual one...certainly gives you a bit of a buzz...and indeed, flying a virtual Sopwith Camel, can also have the same effect. But people have, and continue to do such, in reality even as I speak. What makes them different to me?...are they lucky?....is risking your life, in reality..a big buzz?...or a spectacular death, waiting to happen? Let's take Warfare as an example. My Dad, fought in the last war. He fought for many reasons...but his main one, was so future generations wouldn't have to. Certainly, in the UK...every generation, prior to the end of WW2, has had to take up arms..and fight against some mad bastard..or indeed..to ruin the lives, of an indigenous population somewhere in the World...god forgive us. Iv'e never had to do that!...and yet...I feel almost biologically programmed to do such. I must do..as I need a quick fix, of violence, speed and fear. (only virtual now..but craved that sh*t when I was a young man in reality) Is there a danger, in becoming sanitised these days?.... I sometimes see, young, feral lads, in their mid to late teens, strolling around where I live...and I have to say...they are quite scary!...like young Lions.... full of testosterone...biologically charged up to fight and kill, and f*ck...but nowhere to go! (and that's the reality...let's not kid ourselves) We expect them to control themselves...to act as model citizens...when, that's not what nature has built them to do. For hundreds...indeed thousands of years, these young lads, would have fought, and died on the battlefields of the world...they were called 'Heroes' in those times. Maybe, that's pretty much all the Human race is good for!...hell, when it comes to killing...ain't no other animal on the planet, dare f*ck with us!!...we are Numero Uno! Now..They are just Thugs...Hoodies, Chavs...and Criminals. And yes..I hear the gruntings of Daily Mail readers... "These are not the same people as the last generation" "Put a gun in their hands..they'd blow their own heads off" "They're undisciplined yobs, who beat up old ladies, and don't know what work is" Ive spoken to many WW2 veterans...and all have told me, that is utter bulls**t!...media driven hype, designed to drive a wedge! Of course these young men, would take up arms, and fight (though possibly, not for a Country that treats them like pieces of sh*t of course!) I am fast approaching 50...my Youthful exhuberance is behind me... I watch with fascination, as my testosterone charged Teenage son, growls, and snarls his way towards adulthood....hoping to dear god..that he never has to become a blob, in the gunsight of an enemy...or fall victim, to another hormone charged Lion, on his journey to becoming a silly old fart, like his father. Seems to me..the only difference between them...and heroes...are some bleached white crosses...and a field of Poppies.

It is indeed..a sublime moment!...and rings true for every guy, who's ever tried to pull in a Bar!

Thanks for that m8...it was a nice thought however

I'm normally a great advocate of Law Enforcement...but there's a little bit of evil in me, that says I'd have loved to see these guys get vaporised!

F*ck Yeah!!!! Though..If I am to be picky..the Sidewinder is an Air to Air weapon is it not?

That poor sucker is going back to Germany in an ashtray

Some really interesting replies...with many of the same names coming up.

Who in the world of comedy, cracks you up the most? Ok...Rules are: List FIVE only .... but post only ONE Youtube video, of your favourite comedy moment. I'll kick off the proceedings. My five are: Steve Coogan Ricky Gervaise Rik Mayall Rowan Atkinson George Carlin And my Video of choice is: (and it was a very tough choice) Is Ricky Gervaise...I just think he was a real breath of fresh air..he wrote and starred in the series...and I just thought the whole series was sublimely funny http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNiPtCST3zw&feature=related

Thanks LIMA...It was something I had noticed too...never thought of doing what you've suggested!

We always knew you were the heroic type Mike!

http://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/intruder-death-householder-cleared-2366929.html A bit of common sense appears to be raising it's very welcomed head at last in the UK. In the past 12 months, three waste's of space have been 'removed' from the electoral register, by householders protecting themselves, their loved ones..and their property...and been released without charge. Onwards and upwards

What an arrogant old tw@t!! It's idiotic statements like this, that really show the rest of the World, why we are no longer the great country we once were! Like Politicians, Admirals are so far removed from the real world..they are the least fit to do their jobs! http://www.ibtimes.com/articles/218447/20110922/uk-military-power-admiral-lord-west-belgium-denmark-afghanistan.htm

I agree Jedi...the Apple Accolites are a right pain in the ass!

Audio books are a definate possibility...Just as an example, my son always listened to the Horrible Histories audiobooks at bedtime (not suitable for someone of your knowledge of course)...though I'm sure there will be some suitable ones on Amazon or something?..maybe even itunes? good luck ps: a good start for you http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_sc_0_10?url=search-alias%3Dpopular&field-keywords=audio+books&sprefix=audiobooks#/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Dpopular&field-keywords=History+audio+books&rh=n%3A229816%2Ck%3AHistory+audio+books

A true Genius. Not a fan at all of Apple products...but I thought Bill Gate's comments are worth quoting "I’m truly saddened to learn of Steve Jobs’ death. Melinda and I extend our sincere condolences to his family and friends, and to everyone Steve has touched through his work. Steve and I first met nearly 30 years ago, and have been colleagues, competitors and friends over the course of more than half our lives. The world rarely sees someone who has had the profound impact Steve has had, the effects of which will be felt for many generations to come. For those of us lucky enough to get to work with him, it’s been an insanely great honor. I will miss Steve immensely."

That sure would be fun

Yes BH thats a good one too!...I can't get past the damn woman!

Classic Brit Humour

thats good too

Ah yes Slarti...the Spirit of Agincourt

http://www.officegamespot.com/officegames/appleshooter.htm like this

Don't play SF2 very often...that might change now!