Universitätswahl

Ich wusste es doch schon längst - ich bin eindeutig auf der falschen Uni gewesen. Es wurde mir nur nie so deutlich vor Augen geführt.
Allerdings nach einigen Jahren hier in UK muss ich gestehen, daß der männliche Auge hier auch nicht allzu kurz kommt. Vielleicht nicht so stark auf dem Campus aber mal ehrlich - das wahre Leben fängt doch siewieso erst ab 11 Uhr Nachts und nicht auf dem öden Campus sondern in den Clubs ;-)

Welcome to peaceful Manchester

I know that the title is a bit ironic but this somewhat macabre title just underlines the horrible reality with people leaving in this city have to deal with on everyday basis. Actually, whether you lived long enough in Manchester or not can be detected very easily - if you didn't find the tile of this post sarcastic than you are still a greenhorn in the rough North.
A car of a good friend of mine got broken into. She is giving the footage on her forum. The link to her post can be found here.
After living for nearly more than 3 years in UK I still can't understand why is small crime like this proliferating. It is really strange that people who commit these crimes don't really care about consequences. Either the punishment measures of them seem to be to soft or they are just sick in their heads and this seem to be genetic.
This story is just a parade example of what seems to be more or less normal in this city. If I tell somebody that my car got broken into I will be confronted with other people exposing same experience. I mean a more severe punishment is might be not a solution as it assumes that these people has to be caught first but at least giving more power to victims would be appreciated. This reminds me of the next story which happened nearly a year ago to another friend of mine. He caught the people who were about to break into his car (check this out - in his garage) and got down one of them with a baseball bet. Now guess what... he had a choice between being sentenced to 3 weeks of jail or being fined for inappropriate use of force as the stupid *** whom he got down was under 18... such a pity that you can't ask them for their age fist before they are about to knife you.

How to discover that the guy watched too much of porn?

Well this is not that difficult actually... just check out the following snippet from an MSN conversation that took place today.
... bla bla bla ...
[15:59] female: how is the food she ordered compared with what I ordered before?
[16:01] male: hmmm....
[16:01] male: it is different in a way
[16:02] male: well actually not very different
[16:02] male: she ordered more of the things we used to...
[16:02] male: prones in any possible form
[16:02] female: prawns?
[16:02] male: yes
... bla bla bla ...
[16:09] female: she ordered your favourite 'sweet and sour something'?
[16:11] male: no she didn't
[16:11] male: that was something with nudels
[16:11] female: noodle?
[16:11] male: yes
... bla bla bla ...

So now it is just a simple method of deduction with will lead us to the clue. Consider following similarities prawn =porn, noodle=nude... isn't it more than obvious. Damn, this terminology gave away too easy.

Mac vs. PC

Yet another runner of our department. Every real computer geek should check out that video. I'd probably would elect this video to the best parody I've seen since a really log time. So geek in...

What is the best on womans' tennis

Just had a discussion with one of my female colleagues and was promptly inspired to share my thought with the world outside my room. The argument was that my colleague complained that women’s tennis was so brutal – all the yelling, screaming and what ever else will fall into this category of sound accompaniment.
I myself, personally, enjoy all the screaming and other sounds some female tennis player make which you would normally associate with your bedroom.

Some of the players do really make it easy - check the picture on the right side :-) I mean honestly… the only reason for us (real men) to watch this game is because of all the short skirts and hot looking bodies jumping around on the court in the dimmed light of the sun. These athletic statues shining from the sweat… man who can ever resist… and not add the screaming and yelling… gosh, this is just gorgeous ;-)

Sex, Drugs and Rock'n'Roll

Aaaa.... getting overwhelmed with spam messages. Why do people care about my sexual life/problems, why do they think that my girlfriend is unsatisfied with the size/performance I'm offering, why do they think that I do have inadequate behaviour only because I think I've got something infinitesimal down under. I mean, they even don't know whether I do have a girlfriend at all!
Jest check out this parade example of what I have to deal with every day in my mailbox:

"Girls lie when they say "size doesn't matter" that's just to make us feel better,
The truth is they want their partner to have a huge one, and they will keep searching until they find it!
Now you can be that big man with the new improved and doctor recommended enlargement pills."

Ridiculous stuff! I'm an average Joe exhibiting studish behaviour patterns. That doesn't necessarily mean I am overcompensating for something or gone mental due to the size of some certain things ;-)

Home vs. Office

What is it all about working from home. It has been pouring with rain like mad over the last week and I got the glorious idea of working home (rephrased that would mean that I as a way too lazy to get my umbrella and catch the bus to the office). Rain or severe weather warnings are always a welcome reason to suspend oneself for a chilled out work in the comfy home environment. The only thing which disturbs me in this bold venture is that I am not getting any work done!

Most of my freaky academic friends do swear by all the orders of knighthood that they are much more productive from home rather than in the office. On the contrary, I am not. I end up cleaning my table, watching some highly spiritual contents on the internet (this comment was made in one of my sarcastic friend's honour ), chatting with people and winding myself up that I am not doing anything. Oh... and I forgot to mention another avocation I am pursuing - blogging ;-)

Events to listen out for...

Hello again folks. Sometime ago somebody, who looks extremely similar to me and has same scarce portfolio of hair on his head, said "there is absolutely nothing to do in Manchester except crashing some pub and getting p***d like the rest of your environment". Well, indeed, this person was very wrong. Check out the whole range what this criminal city up north offers.

ARTS AND THEATRE EVENTS...

This months featured events . . .

Manchester’s Enchanted Evenings Season June - July 2007

Bal Enchanté - Fête de la Bastille
14 July
Platt Fields Park, Rusholme

Bastille day is France’s most important public holiday – celebrating the freeing of prisoners from the hated Bastille prison in Paris, at the start of the French Revolution in 1789. Today it is remembered across France with joyous ‘public balls’ for all ages, where entertainment, eating and dancing bring the community together. Join this celebration of all things French with live music, outdoor ballroom, cabaret, street theatre, food, activities and of course the guillotine! Presented by Manchester International Arts with the Alliance Française.
Event times: 7-11pm. £1 at entrance, children under 7 free. www.streetsahead.org.uk

Nutkhut ‘Bollywood Steps’
20–21 July
Platt Fields Park, Rusholme

An extraordinary dance performance using many different Bollywood traditional and contemporary styles and losing none of the glitz and glamour! The dancers perform on a flight of steps, to the accompaniment of fire and water effects. £1 at entrance (children under 7 free).
Event times: 20 July: 9 – 11pm, 21 July: 5 – 7pm and 9 – 11pm. www.streetsahead.org.uk

Concert for Diana
1 July
Exchange Square
A special Concert for Diana relayed live on the Big Screen.

Romancing the Stone
5–14 July
Manchester Town Hall
A truly unique exhibition of art jewellery, made in response to the beautiful, white marble sculptures, housed in the Town Hall. Twenty-two artists from 17 countries have been invited to make a bespoke piece of jewellery to celebrate one of Manchester’s historical figures. The pieces will be exhibited on the sculptures from 5-14 July. www.arsornata.org

Heartbreak Productions Outdoor Theatre: Cry Blue Murder!
5 July, 8–9 August
Fletcher Moss Gardens
Enter a world of intrigue, deceit and raunchy, wicked humour! A hilarious 1920s spoof murder mystery promises you the best of whodunnits. (Suitable for aged 12 + only. Contains strong language, including sexual innuendo.)

Heartbreak Productions Outdoor Theatre: The Wizard of Oz
11 - 12 July
Fletcher Moss Gardens
17 July
Wythenshawe Park
A magical new adaptation from L. Frank Baum ’s book -a fresh and exciting rendition of this family classic, set in the Emerald City.

Heartbreak Productions Outdoor Theatre: Twelfth Night
13 July
Fletcher Moss Gardens
28 - 29 July
Wythenshawe Park
Shakespeare’s most popular comedy, given the Heartbreak treatment -funny and jazzy yet poignant and romantic.
Tickets: £13.50, £10.00 conc. Discounts for families, groups, schools and early booking. Call the Library Theatre Box Office on 0161 236 7110 or Ticketweb on 08700 600 100 to book. www.heartbreakproductions.co.uk

Feelgood Theatre Productions: Blue Remembered Hills
19–28 July
Heaton Park
Feelgood Theatre Productions are launching their own outdoor repertory season in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the establishment of repertory theatre, which was founded in Manchester. Set in the countryside during the second world war, Dennis Potter’s deceptively simple tale combines comedy and tragedy in a gripping story, which reaches a tragic and spectacular climax. (No show on 22-23 July). Tickets: 0161 236 7110. www.feelgoodtheatre.co.uk

24:7 Theatre Festival
23–29 July
Various venues
The fourth annual 24:7 Theatre Festival will present performances of up to 20 newly-written, one-hour plays in a variety of non-theatre venues in Manchester City Centre.
Tickets will be available from mid-June. Enquiries can be made by phone on 0845 408 4101 or by post at PO Box 247, Manchester M60 2ZT.
You can find out more about this award-winning festival and sign up to receive regular emails at www.247theatrefestival.co.uk

Heartbreak Productions Outdoor Theatre: The Merchant of Venice
25-26 July
Fletcher Moss Gardens, Didsbury
A captivating plot, with something for everyone; injustice, revenge and for the romantic in us, not one, or two but three love stories.
Tickets: £13.50, £10.00 conc. Call the Library Theatre Box Office on 0161 236 7110 or Ticketweb on 08700 600 100 to book.
Tickets for all the Heartbreak Productions shows: 0161 236 7110.www.heartbreakproductions.co.uk

OUTDOOR EVENTS...

Wheel of Manchester
From end May
Exchange Square
Take to the skies, as the iconic observation wheel returns to Exchange Square from May onwards. The 60m high, contemporary, big wheel has 42 capsules, which seat up to eight people, all with wheelchair access, air conditioning and heating. With spectacular views across Manchester and beyond, it's an unforgettable experience for all the family.
Visit the website for information and tickets, priced: Adults £6, Children (Under 12) £4, Children (Under 4) FREE, VIP capsule (max. 4 people) £65 with champagne, £50 without. www.worldtouristattractions.co.uk

Manchester Bike Week
16–24 June
Various venues
Get on your bike and celebrate cycling during Manchester Bike Week. Organised by Manchester City Council, facilitated and sponsored by local cycling groups and organisations, the week begins with a fun interactive event in St Ann's Square on Saturday 16 June. It continues with a range of activities, including led cycle rides suitable for a range of ages and abilities. To find out more check out
www.manchester.gov.uk/transport/walkingcycling/

National Veterans’ Day
27 June
For more information about Manchester’s acknowledgement of National Veterans’ Day visit www.manchesterlive.co.uk

Manchester Garden Market
28th June – 15th July
Albert Square 10am – 8pm
If you love contemporary garden design and you’re looking for inspiration on how to transform your garden this summer then head for the Manchester Garden Market in Albert Square. Alongside fabulous floral treats there will be a designer garden installation, contemporary garden art, urban garden accessories, an oriental garden, and garden furniture. The huge selection of bulbs, plants and blooms will provide the perfect backdrop to the tea garden where visitors can soak up the sunshine whilst enjoying summer foods and refreshments including a hog roast and Pimms. This will be complimented by a selection of art and craft stalls where you will find accessories such as lighting, water features and other accessories for your garden aswell as jewellery and other delights. www.manchester.gov.uk/markets/specialist/index.htm

Bal Enchanté - Fête de la Bastille
14 July
Platt Fields Park, Rusholme
Part of the Enchanted Evenings series
Bastille day is France’s most important public holiday – celebrating the freeing of prisoners from the hated Bastille prison in Paris, at the start of the French Revolution in 1789. Today it is remembered across France with joyous ‘public balls’ for all ages, where entertainment, eating and dancing bring the community together. Join this celebration of all things French with live music, outdoor ballroom, cabaret, street theatre, food, activities and of course the guillotine! Presented by Manchester International Arts with the Alliance Française.
Event times: 7-11pm. £1 at entrance, children under 7 free. www.streetsahead.org.uk

Nutkhut ‘Bollywood Steps’
20–21 July
Platt Fields Park, Rusholme
Part of the Enchanted Evenings series
An extraordinary dance performance using many different Bollywood traditional and contemporary styles and losing none of the glitz and glamour! The dancers perform on a flight of steps, to the accompaniment of fire and water effects. £1 at entrance (children under 7 free).
Event times: 20 July: 9 – 11pm, 21 July: 5 – 7pm and 9 – 11pm. www.streetsahead.org.uk

Manchester Summer Mega Mela
28–29 July
Platt Fields Park, Rusholme
A celebration of Asian arts and culture with music, entertainment and performances from locally and internationally renowned artists, food and fashion, stalls and much more. Call 0161 256 4518 for information.www.manchesterlive.co.uk