What is in your cup? - Page 1399

pdurrant · 08-27-2012, 04:24 PM

The last Coke Zero of the day for me.

CRussel · 08-27-2012, 05:34 PM

A wise choice while you continue to nurse. (Actually, a wise choice whenever, since it's the least systemic and most effective solution. But, as you point out, expensive.)

For me, a pot of Okayti Estate First Flush Darjeeling. A lovely way to relax of an afternoon.

orlok · 08-28-2012, 05:25 AM

Is Stitchy on holiday or assignment? Just got back from my trip to South Wales and Derbyshire, and plunged straight back into work with a vengeance...

Black coffee in my cup.

VydorScope · 08-28-2012, 06:46 AM

If he is, I missed the memo! I guess I better get some songs lined up!

Stitchawl · 08-28-2012, 06:53 AM

I just got in last night from an assignment that was a holiday. I like those.

But today I took a Busdriver's Holiday and went shooting in Kyoto. The fishies in Micronesia were most cooperative and we were able to get what was requested by the client quickly, and with the water viz so damn clear we spent hours just watching life swim/craw by. So today I went to the "Gion District" of Kyoto to watch another slice of life walk by... the "Maiko-san!" These are the geisha-in-training, and the Gion District is where they all live and work. I spent most of the day snapping away as they walked to and from 'school.' (It only takes about a 20 year apprentice-ship for a Maiko to become a Geisha.) I managed to get several nice photos. I'll put some up after I cull out the mess-ups. The Maiko are VERY shy and usually hide behind their parasols when they see someone trying to take a picture. I figure I got about 3-4 good shots out of 400 images...

By the way, for those of your snickering behind your palms, Geisha are NOT prostitutes. That's in another part of town.

Geisha can earn $10,000-$20,000 for an evening's work. It would take one hell of a hooker to make that much!

Now I'm going to treat myself to a glass of Bombay Sapphire. I haven't had any in about three-four weeks!

Stitchawl

ProfCrash · 08-28-2012, 07:36 AM

Welcome back. I saw a documentary on the geisha that was very interesting.

orlok · 08-28-2012, 07:52 AM

Sounds like the kind of "work" we could all enjoy

. What do they do for $10-$20k?

Looking forward to the pics.

Stitchawl · 08-28-2012, 08:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by orlok

Sounds like the kind of "work" we could all enjoy

. What do they do for $10-$20k?

They are the consummate hostesses. They meet and greet. They pour your sake. They sing, play the shamisen tell funny stories and risque jokes, and keep the business men amused as they spend thousands of dollars on food and drink...

Stitchawl

ProfCrash · 08-28-2012, 11:35 AM

I can't believe he is two months old.

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CRussel · 08-28-2012, 01:20 PM

Already?!

Gosh, it seems like time is flying.

First pot of Peet's Anniversary Breakfast Blend.

dreams · 08-28-2012, 02:51 PM

Welcome back, Stitchawl, and I look forward to seeing your new photos.

ProfCrash - Aw. So cute.

Are you feeling better and have you figured out your job situation yet?

Welcome back, orlok. Did you get any other photos as gorgeous as the one of Castell Coch you shared?

Coffee again in my cup. My throat is scratchy due to the harvesting around here. The dirt blows everywhere and gets in and on everything.

ProfCrash · 08-28-2012, 03:04 PM

No change on the job front but we have a plan to limit the day care time. Right now I am focused on enjoying my time with my son.

dreams · 08-28-2012, 03:06 PM

I wish you the best and enjoy all those moments.

CRussel · 08-28-2012, 04:48 PM

Indeed, this time is precious. Enjoy it.

A pot of Scottish Breakfast tea. As summer starts to wind down, looking for a bit more body in my tea, and the hint of Lapsang Souchong works well for me in this.

Stitchawl · 08-28-2012, 08:28 PM

To sail on a dream on a crystal clear ocean,
to ride on the crest of a wild raging storm
To work in the service of life and living,
in search of the answers of questions unknown
To be part of the movement and part of the growing,
part of beginning to understand,

Aye Calypso the places you've been to,
the things that you've shown us,
the stories you tell
Aye Calypso, I sing to your spirit,
the men who have served you so long and so well

Hi dee ay-ee ooo doo-dle oh
oo do do do do do doo-dle ay yee
doo-dle ay ee

( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ZonmQZG0GQ )

Yeah, I know... I was singing this song when I left, but no matter how many hours I spend underwater, watching the Dance of Life as two octopi go through their mating ritual, or two Giant Cuttlefish flash their colors to each other... even the lowly little Cleaner Wrasse that pick the parasites from the gills of larger fish... It's simply unbelievable.... even when you see it again and again... It's simply unbelievable. I wish I could sing this song... It's easy to play, the chords are simple, but it's the Hi dee ay-ee ooo doo-dle oh oo do do do do do doo-dle ay yee that completely eludes me!

Good morning everyone! We had a good shoot under the Guamanian waters, and spent even more time just enjoying ourselves because it went so quickly. I wish I could share those photos with you but by contract for the advertising shoots they belong to the client. I'm happy to be home again, so I can sit back, drink as much good tea (right now it's Taylors of Harrogate's "English Breakfast" tea,) and dream about eating massive quatities of bacon and bagels and donuts, etc., but I've dropped 15lbs on this diet so I must remain diligent for another month or two. I vowed to lose 30lbs total before we return to the paragliding school in October, and I'm halfway there! So just one egg and one toasted English muffin for breakfast, then I'm out the door to walk the streets so more.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ProfCrash

I can't believe he is two months old.

I think this kid started out at 6months. In reality he's now 8...

Quote:

Originally Posted by dreams

Welcome back, Stitchawl, and I look forward to seeing your new photos.

I spent my walking time yesterday shooting scenes around the Gion District in Kytoto. My goal was really to just 'walk' (that's my exercise) and the camera is just a prop to get me to do it, so really, these are just 'snapshots,' not really good photos. Below are some of the things I saw...

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChipperJones

my cup is in my cup holder and in my cup is my [Spam link removed by moderator] plantronics bluetooth headset[/url], we gave up on this tuesday and are on the damn way home!

Welcome to the forum, Chipper. You might be our first member to drink electronics. I for one would be interested to know how long you steep them for?

Now... me for more tea!

Stitchawl

08-28-2012, 06:53 AM	#20975
Stitchawl Opsimath Posts: 12,344 Karma: 187123287 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand Device: Sony PRS-650, iPhone 5, Kobo Glo, Sony PRS-350, iPad, Samsung Galaxy	I just got in last night from an assignment that was a holiday. I like those. But today I took a Busdriver's Holiday and went shooting in Kyoto. The fishies in Micronesia were most cooperative and we were able to get what was requested by the client quickly, and with the water viz so damn clear we spent hours just watching life swim/craw by. So today I went to the "Gion District" of Kyoto to watch another slice of life walk by... the "Maiko-san!" These are the geisha-in-training, and the Gion District is where they all live and work. I spent most of the day snapping away as they walked to and from 'school.' (It only takes about a 20 year apprentice-ship for a Maiko to become a Geisha.) I managed to get several nice photos. I'll put some up after I cull out the mess-ups. The Maiko are VERY shy and usually hide behind their parasols when they see someone trying to take a picture. I figure I got about 3-4 good shots out of 400 images... By the way, for those of your snickering behind your palms, Geisha are NOT prostitutes. That's in another part of town. Geisha can earn $10,000-$20,000 for an evening's work. It would take one hell of a hooker to make that much! Now I'm going to treat myself to a glass of Bombay Sapphire. I haven't had any in about three-four weeks! Stitchawl Last edited by Stitchawl; 08-28-2012 at 06:56 AM.

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08-27-2012, 04:24 PM	#20971
pdurrant The Grand Mouse 高貴的老鼠 Posts: 74,199 Karma: 317184274 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Norfolk, England Device: Kindle Oasis	The last Coke Zero of the day for me.

08-27-2012, 05:34 PM	#20972
CRussel (he/him/his) Posts: 12,298 Karma: 80074820 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Sunshine Coast, BC Device: Oasis (Gen3),Paperwhite (Gen10), Voyage, Paperwhite(orig), iPad Air M3	A wise choice while you continue to nurse. (Actually, a wise choice whenever, since it's the least systemic and most effective solution. But, as you point out, expensive.) For me, a pot of Okayti Estate First Flush Darjeeling. A lovely way to relax of an afternoon.

08-28-2012, 05:25 AM	#20973
orlok Close to the Edit! Posts: 9,797 Karma: 267994408 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: UK Device: Kindle Oasis, Amazon Fire 8", Kindle 6"	Is Stitchy on holiday or assignment? Just got back from my trip to South Wales and Derbyshire, and plunged straight back into work with a vengeance... Black coffee in my cup.

08-28-2012, 06:46 AM	#20974
VydorScope Wizard Posts: 3,418 Karma: 35207650 Join Date: Jun 2011 Device: iPad	If he is, I missed the memo! I guess I better get some songs lined up!

08-28-2012, 07:36 AM	#20976
ProfCrash Tea Enthusiast Posts: 8,554 Karma: 75384937 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Somewhere in the USA Device: Kindle1, Kindle DX Graphite, K3 3G, IPad 3, PW2	Welcome back. I saw a documentary on the geisha that was very interesting.

08-28-2012, 07:52 AM	#20977
orlok Close to the Edit! Posts: 9,797 Karma: 267994408 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: UK Device: Kindle Oasis, Amazon Fire 8", Kindle 6"	Sounds like the kind of "work" we could all enjoy . What do they do for $10-$20k? Looking forward to the pics.

08-28-2012, 11:35 AM	#20979
ProfCrash Tea Enthusiast Posts: 8,554 Karma: 75384937 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Somewhere in the USA Device: Kindle1, Kindle DX Graphite, K3 3G, IPad 3, PW2	I can't believe he is two months old.

08-28-2012, 01:20 PM	#20980
CRussel (he/him/his) Posts: 12,298 Karma: 80074820 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Sunshine Coast, BC Device: Oasis (Gen3),Paperwhite (Gen10), Voyage, Paperwhite(orig), iPad Air M3	Already?! Gosh, it seems like time is flying. First pot of Peet's Anniversary Breakfast Blend.

08-28-2012, 02:51 PM	#20981
dreams It's about the umbrella Posts: 25,110 Karma: 56250158 Join Date: Jan 2009 Device: Sony 505\| K Fire \| KK 3G+Wi-Fi \| iPhone 3Gs \|Vista 32-bit Hm Prem w/FF	Welcome back, Stitchawl, and I look forward to seeing your new photos. ProfCrash - Aw. So cute. Are you feeling better and have you figured out your job situation yet? Welcome back, orlok. Did you get any other photos as gorgeous as the one of Castell Coch you shared? Coffee again in my cup. My throat is scratchy due to the harvesting around here. The dirt blows everywhere and gets in and on everything.

08-28-2012, 03:04 PM	#20982
ProfCrash Tea Enthusiast Posts: 8,554 Karma: 75384937 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Somewhere in the USA Device: Kindle1, Kindle DX Graphite, K3 3G, IPad 3, PW2	No change on the job front but we have a plan to limit the day care time. Right now I am focused on enjoying my time with my son.

08-28-2012, 03:06 PM	#20983
dreams It's about the umbrella Posts: 25,110 Karma: 56250158 Join Date: Jan 2009 Device: Sony 505\| K Fire \| KK 3G+Wi-Fi \| iPhone 3Gs \|Vista 32-bit Hm Prem w/FF	I wish you the best and enjoy all those moments.

08-28-2012, 04:48 PM	#20984
CRussel (he/him/his) Posts: 12,298 Karma: 80074820 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Sunshine Coast, BC Device: Oasis (Gen3),Paperwhite (Gen10), Voyage, Paperwhite(orig), iPad Air M3	Indeed, this time is precious. Enjoy it. A pot of Scottish Breakfast tea. As summer starts to wind down, looking for a bit more body in my tea, and the hint of Lapsang Souchong works well for me in this.