Another Busy Week

Folks it's been another one of those frantic weeks with too much to do and not a lot of time in which to do it. My abortive attempts to get to the cinema to see Tom Hanks latest offering Angels & Demons was thrawted by workload. I'm told by some that it's better than the DeVinci Code, and by others that it's a heap of pooh! Still I'm determined to find out for myself, so will make the effort this weekend. I did finally manage to grab a copy of Kate Winslets 'The Reader' on DVD on Monday, and thoroughly enjoyed the screenplay of the book, for those of you who dislike continual sex scenes it might not be for you, but if you can look beyond this it's a compelling story of human nature. My personal rating 8 out of 10, very watchable.

Now...Britain's Got Talent....hmm...not sure about this one, I'd be interested to hear your opinions on the show, and perhaps more importantly the hot favourites...Personally, I'd like to see Simon, Peers and Amanda putting on a variety show that the audience can push their Red Crosses too...hmm...some how I don't think that's going to happen do you?

The Apprentice

Sorry folks, if you're not an Apprentice fan I can only apologise! Personally, I love the show despite the lack lustre wannabes...last night I watched another feckless attempt at trying to impress Sir Alan, and wondered what I would do if I was in his shoes...I might have fired them all by now to be honest.

It would be fair to say that Ben arrogance caught up with him last night, but some how I can't help but feel that it should have been Debra on the chopping block last night...This is only my personal opinion, and I'm sure there are plenty of you out there who would disagree with me!

Next week...hmm...shopping channels...for fear of upsetting too many shopaholics I'll refrain from giving any pearls of wisdom until this time next week...

Big Thanks to the Household Cavalry

Yesterday I had the honour to be a guest at Knightsbridge Barracks, home of Her Majesty's Household Cavalry Divisions. The men and women of both the Lifeguards and Blues & Royals made my first visit to their central London home a real delight. Despite the heavens opening a couple of times, the troops and their magnificent horses put on a show for a handful of guests, whilst rehearsing for their next formal parades later this month.

I hope that the 2009 ceremonial season proves to be an enormous success for them all, and I'd like to say a big thank you to Captain Mark Avison, the Household Cavalry Riding Master for facilitating my visit.

Eurovision Fever

Tomorrow sees Moscow hosting the Eurovision for the first time! Whilst I'm a huge fan of all things Moscovy, I'm not sure I'll be heading down town to watch the wonders of this years competition. Let's face it, Serbia will give Russia 10 points, Cyprus and Greece will bestow 10 points upon one another...need I say more! For those that are fans...ENJOY, for those that aren't in the words of the cult kids show Why Dont You...switch off the television and go and do something less boring instead of sitting at home watching tv, turn it off it's no good...

Should Gordon Brown go?

Never mind my week being busy! Gordon's has been a tad complicated...nothing new there I hear you say! However, the pressure has been intense this week, he seems surrounded by scandal not least created by his dear colleague Hazel Blears. Given the general mood of the media world, I thought this weeks poll could reflect the atmosphere of whitehall. So...this weeks poll is simple...should Gordon call a General Election now? It will be interesting to see what you all think as the week continues.

Busy Week

My apologies folks...it's been a very busy week in the world of Jezza, which is why I've not been able to get carried away here with updates. I must confess I over did the exercise regime yesterday with a marathon 2 hour badminton session, weights in the gym and finally a cycle ride! The body knows it's been busy...today I'm going to be taking it easy with a spot of gardening...

Let the Gurkha's Stay!

I'm the man with a mission today, I've decided it's high time to join the growing number of voices putting pressure on our so called Government to allow the Nepalese Gurkhas have the right to remain in the UK. These guys generation after generation have served King, Queen and Country tirelessly! If ever there was a group who truly deserved our thanks it's these boys... They more than most have earned their right to be in the UK...come on folks lets get behind this campaign and put pressure on Mr Brown and his band of well...

Join the wonderful Joanna Lumley in getting these brave men unreserved rights to residency by clicking on the image...and Thank you!

Latest Survey

Well folks...now that British Service Personnel are finally leaving Iraq, is it time for us to be asking the British Government whether or not we should be bringing them back from Afghanistan as well?

This weeks survey does just that, let me know your thoughts on the subject? Don't forget you can also go to the Forum to participate in other similar debates. The links just here so why not sign up today!

May Day

A very happy May Day to one and all! I hope that the early morning sunshine across Europe is a sign of things to come weather wise. Traditionally, May Day is of course the one day in the year when workers unite to mark all manner of achievements...

However, the world continues to be gripped by its very own credit crunch, not too mention the growing problem of swine flu and of course cheating politicians, who are insistent that recovery is on the horizon...it feels a bit like trying to find the end of a rainbow! Each and every one of us is going to have to find some innner strength for that all important PMA (positive mental attitude), if we are to survive the continuing doom of mismanagement the world over!

One piece of good news yesterday, was the fact that the British Forces have completed their mission to Iraq and can finally head home, lets hope that they're not about to be redeployed to Afghanistan! Last month also saw the official end to the Russian Governments military action in Chechnya! There's just a slim chance people may have some brief peace!

Today will also see groups of Morris Dancers celebrating in their time honoured fashion with a bit of baton waving and may pole dancing...some cheer to behold...go out and celebrate with them!