Good weather vs Reading. - Page 3

Freeshadow · 07-07-2012, 12:32 PM

Isn't this the simplest way to commit suicide whilst in Scottish company?

Chi Cygni · 07-07-2012, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by VaporPunk

Mmmm Duvel! Watch out for those!

I'm in north Limburg (de Kempen) which for some reason often seems to be the warmest spot in Belgium. Mostly sunny & warm today, with the occasional drizzle. Last week wasn't too bad for us, got quite a bit of sun and missed all those thunder-storms that were predicted. Which means, of course, we will get hit with a tornado soon...

Moodiness is indeed the worse thing about the weather here, and when the sun dips behind the clouds the temperature drops like 300 degrees.

You just never know what to wear.

I'm in Strombeek, one side of the street belongs to Brussels, the other to Strombeek.

*four bottles of Duvel sitting in the fridge* lalalala

I caused little social shock when I went with people from drawing class (after work activity) to celebrate end of year and all women were like "kriek, cola, coffee, orange juice" And madam? Duvel! The old professor went "oh, you really integrated now"

Weather update: Waaah! Sunny half a day and now pouring rain! Buckets of water... the worst I find is winter cold. Damp, humid and windy, -2 C feels like -18 C, brrrr

You. Yes, you the English. Stop sending rain this way, ok?

bloodlover · 07-07-2012, 05:09 PM

I'm not really a fan of extreme temperatures (they are also not good for my crappy health) and since I have a lot of free time I just read on and on. Temperatures are around 36 degrees Celsius here during the day (23-24 during the night).

It's strange but sometimes when it;s sunny or hot outside I feel like reading John Fowles or fantasy novels while I crave Russian literature during the winter.

As for reading in public places, it's really hard for me. I can't focus with other people around and music/noise in the background. I'd rather stay home with a cup of black tea.

Freeshadow · 07-07-2012, 05:23 PM

Chi & Punk what's your opinion on Leffe (dubbel bruin)

VaporPunk · 07-08-2012, 02:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Chi Cygni

I'm in Strombeek, one side of the street belongs to Brussels, the other to Strombeek.

*four bottles of Duvel sitting in the fridge* lalalala

I caused little social shock when I went with people from drawing class (after work activity) to celebrate end of year and all women were like "kriek, cola, coffee, orange juice" And madam? Duvel! The old professor went "oh, you really integrated now"

Weather update: Waaah! Sunny half a day and now pouring rain! Buckets of water... the worst I find is winter cold. Damp, humid and windy, -2 C feels like -18 C, brrrr

You. Yes, you the English. Stop sending rain this way, ok?

Nothing will impress the locals more than downing a Duvel or two, in my experience. They are rightly very proud of that beer.

Was out last night doing a "terrasje" and we were all saying what a warm and wonderful night it is. Five minutes later we were getting soaked, even under the umbrella, by a nasty, cold, rain squall.

And you're right about the winter, the dampness creeps into the bones and ages you 20 years.

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Originally Posted by Freeshadow

Chi & Punk what's your opinion on Leffe (dubbel bruin)

I've only had the blond myself. Which I liked.

Chi Cygni · 07-09-2012, 06:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Freeshadow

Chi & Punk what's your opinion on Leffe (dubbel bruin)

I don't know it. I don't know many, just a few. I just stick to Duvel on the rare outings.

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Originally Posted by VaporPunk

Nothing will impress the locals more than downing a Duvel or two, in my experience. They are rightly very proud of that beer.

Was out last night doing a "terrasje" and we were all saying what a warm and wonderful night it is. Five minutes later we were getting soaked, even under the umbrella, by a nasty, cold, rain squall.

And you're right about the winter, the dampness creeps into the bones and ages you 20 years.

All year round I carry sunglasses and umbrella in my bag. What I also noticed here is dark rainy clouds always gather at 17.00 sharp just when I am about to leave work...
For winter last year I bought a big puffy jacket made in CANADA for Canadian winters. It is the first one that actually keeps me warm. Sigh.

shanghaichica · 07-09-2012, 07:28 AM

Reading in the sun is nice too.

Santos · 07-09-2012, 04:59 PM

It's over 95 degrees today and sometimes it's just way to hot to do anything else but sit in the AC and read.

Chi Cygni · 07-09-2012, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Santos

It's over 95 degrees today and sometimes it's just way to hot to do anything else but sit in the AC and read.

*tries to figure out if they are not actually cooking over there at 95* hee hee just kidding. Right now it's 23.30 and it's 18 here so for you it must be freezing

Santos · 07-10-2012, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Chi Cygni

*tries to figure out if they are not actually cooking over there at 95* hee hee just kidding. Right now it's 23.30 and it's 18 here so for you it must be freezing

18 degrees?! Wow... I'm moving there!!!

HarryT · 07-10-2012, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Santos

18 degrees?! Wow... I'm moving there!!!

I imagine that's 18C. Nice and warm, but not hot.

Vala · 07-10-2012, 01:21 PM

When nice weather hits, I have gardening and yard chores that often keep me from reading when I want to. I hurry to get the work done, so I can grab a couple hours on the deck if it is cool enough to sit in the sun. If it is too warm to sit in the sun, I will sit in the shade of the porch and read.

Yesterday morning our power went out. No storms, nor a real reason. It was reported to take all day. I thought I would spend the whole day reading out under a shade tree, because it was hot and there was a breeze there. I pulled out a chair and table and settled in for two hours. Darn! The power came back on. I had to go to back to working.

Late last night, I found a tick in my hair! We never had ticks around here and not from my own tree. It sure was nice in the shade of that tree.

I don't read in public because of the people and noise distractions. In a beach or lake setting I can, but not in stores.

crossi · 07-11-2012, 10:32 AM

I love sitting in the sun or if it is too hot in the shade outdoors reading. Both in a park and in a cafe. Having people around doesn't bother me but then when I was a student the teacher would often have to tap my head at the start of class because I was immersed in a book and didn't hear anything. I've also been known to walk down a sidewalk reading. Also in restaurants.

Santos · 07-11-2012, 01:18 PM

I think the best weather is 60-70 with a small gentle breeze

That would be perfect year around

DarkScribe · 07-11-2012, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by HarryT

I imagine that's 18C. Nice and warm, but not hot.

Eighteen degrees Celsius is nice and warm? It's Bloody freezing! It is nineteen degrees here at the moment and I have a fire going, plus wearing a shirt, a pullover and a coat. I don't like it to drop below twenty-eight degrees. Mid thirties are nice. Over forty is OK with me, but my wife wilts.

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07-07-2012, 12:32 PM	#31
Freeshadow temp. out of service Posts: 2,815 Karma: 24285242 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Duisburg (DE) Device: PB 623	Isn't this the simplest way to commit suicide whilst in Scottish company?

07-07-2012, 05:09 PM	#33
bloodlover Enthusiast Posts: 38 Karma: 494308 Join Date: Jul 2012 Device: Kindle Touch	I'm not really a fan of extreme temperatures (they are also not good for my crappy health) and since I have a lot of free time I just read on and on. Temperatures are around 36 degrees Celsius here during the day (23-24 during the night). It's strange but sometimes when it;s sunny or hot outside I feel like reading John Fowles or fantasy novels while I crave Russian literature during the winter. As for reading in public places, it's really hard for me. I can't focus with other people around and music/noise in the background. I'd rather stay home with a cup of black tea.

07-07-2012, 05:23 PM	#34
Freeshadow temp. out of service Posts: 2,815 Karma: 24285242 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Duisburg (DE) Device: PB 623	Chi & Punk what's your opinion on Leffe (dubbel bruin)

07-09-2012, 07:28 AM	#37
shanghaichica Guru Posts: 991 Karma: 5782970 Join Date: Jul 2010 Device: Scribe,Kindle Oasis 3, iPad Pro 11,15 Pro Max,iPad mini 7,colorsoft	Reading in the sun is nice too.

07-09-2012, 04:59 PM	#38
Santos Avid Reader Posts: 85 Karma: 183766 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Jacksonville Device: Kindle	It's over 95 degrees today and sometimes it's just way to hot to do anything else but sit in the AC and read.

07-10-2012, 01:21 PM	#42
Vala Enthusiast Posts: 29 Karma: 24186 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Illinois Device: Sony PRS-300, PRS-T1	When nice weather hits, I have gardening and yard chores that often keep me from reading when I want to. I hurry to get the work done, so I can grab a couple hours on the deck if it is cool enough to sit in the sun. If it is too warm to sit in the sun, I will sit in the shade of the porch and read. Yesterday morning our power went out. No storms, nor a real reason. It was reported to take all day. I thought I would spend the whole day reading out under a shade tree, because it was hot and there was a breeze there. I pulled out a chair and table and settled in for two hours. Darn! The power came back on. I had to go to back to working. Late last night, I found a tick in my hair! We never had ticks around here and not from my own tree. It sure was nice in the shade of that tree. I don't read in public because of the people and noise distractions. In a beach or lake setting I can, but not in stores.

07-11-2012, 10:32 AM	#43
crossi Guru Posts: 997 Karma: 12000001 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Seattle Wahington U.S. Device: kindle	I love sitting in the sun or if it is too hot in the shade outdoors reading. Both in a park and in a cafe. Having people around doesn't bother me but then when I was a student the teacher would often have to tap my head at the start of class because I was immersed in a book and didn't hear anything. I've also been known to walk down a sidewalk reading. Also in restaurants.

07-11-2012, 01:18 PM	#44
Santos Avid Reader Posts: 85 Karma: 183766 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Jacksonville Device: Kindle	I think the best weather is 60-70 with a small gentle breeze That would be perfect year around