30 May 2008

I happen to like New York

What's not to like?

It's in the 70s (20s), sunny. Meetings have been breezy and informative. Catching up with friends Mark, Rajus, Chris has been lovely. A couple of shows. More than a couple martinis, great restaurants and a selection of museums. Civilised and lovely.

But could I live here? I still don't know. The throngs of people are intense and unmovable. The bustle is cacophonous. The staccato full volume voices are harsh to the anglicised ear. I would be in perpetual need of a nap.

Never say never and never not say no.

25 May 2008

On being evicted



The landlord has sold this flat so after three years, and the longest residency of my adult life, I need to find a new place to live.

At first I was blue. The tedium of finding a new flat, moving, getting cable and Broadband and whatnot up and running. I liked this flat with its modern impracticalities, it's undeniable conveniences, thick soundless walls, amiable concierges, dishwasher, and cosiness.

But then the construction work started at 8am on Saturday and I got over it.

Now, I'm more violet. This flat always was too small. I'm not particularly fond of Edgware Road. It's time for something new.

The real bugger is that had this happened last month, work would've paid for a relocation agent.

So after the long weekend and a week in New York I need to start flathunting again. Decide where and what. I'm thinking London Bridge, South Kensington or St. John's Wood. Near or on the Jubilee Line and a quick hop to work.

12 May 2008

Genius idea

The Get Out Clause, a Manchester band has to make a new video, but doesn't have any money. What do they do? They perform in front of more than 80 CCTV cameras in Manchester, then petition the government for the video under the Freedom of Information act. Very smart. You can watch the video here.