Sunday, August 31, 2008

Long Time No See

So, it has been quite a while since I've used my computer let alone been on the net. The only time I have come close to the net is when I was at a local chicken shop that also had internet services, and this is when I was looking for work- it's the only thing I can afford to do. I am desperate in finding work- but enough of that sob story. Getting on with why I am looking for work and checking in to see what has been going on in my little world today.
I have a few journeys that I would like to share with you, so here are a few slide shows.
#1. is in Devon, and in Hartland- South West Coast of the UK.
#2.is where I am currently situated.
#3.is the massive, majestic, and breathe taking art work- The Lincoln Cathedral that began being built in 1072 and was finished in 1092.

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Wednesday, August 13, 2008

Oxford Weekend

I went to a Blues Festival this past weekend and they were amazing.
On the Sunday I meandered along the streets of Oxford for part of the afternoon and these a few photographs of what I took.

Monday, August 4, 2008

Climbing Club

I am officially a member of the Bristol Climbing Centre, and it was only 1quid- how fantastic is that?! I can't wait to get started, as I recently met some people at the Boat Festival this past weekend that also rock climb, among other outdoor activities. Now I have partners to go climbing with. For now I can only boulder, but still I can find some challenging routes on these walls.
The ultimate part of this Monday evening was when I had asked for a pair of shoes a couple of times, but the guy at the front desk just kept talking my ear off about climbing events and Canada etc. He must have been taken back by my Canadian Beauty because I didn't even pay for this evening's event. Also, when I began to boulder I found people are so friendly and very encouraging. It was fun to see people of all levels take part on this one wall, and to see the various moves they made to make it more of a challenge.

To give you an idea of what the climbing centre is about, it's an old church that was built in the 15th century. The Church of St.Werburghs is filled with fins, overhangs, pillars and arches, and the main climbing walls are about 12 meters in height. This is good enough for me since I haven't climbed in what seems to be ages. (Just don't tell them that or else I'd have to take courses) The walls contain over 100 routes that you can climb and are regularly changed, so it keeps you on your feet. No pun intended. Moreover, there are two sections for bouldering and they can become challenging as well if you follow the number's path. Yet, quite exuberant nonetheless.
The bouldering facilities are allegedly the best in the South West according to their website.

The only thing that I must get used to are their grading systems, for they name their levels differently then we do. Otherwise, I am eager to challenge myself to great heights!

EarthBound

www.undercover-rock.com
www.ukclimbing.com

Sunday, August 3, 2008

Harbour Festival Bristol

This is why I love this place! I show up alone and leave having made friends with a group of people!
Enjoy the show!