Howard Marks aka Mr Nice

On 21 June I went to Cape Town to go see Howard Marks, aka Mr Nice. During the 80′s Howard Marks had 43 aliases, 89 phone lines and 25 companies trading throughout the world.He came to South Africa to promote his latest book, titled, Senor Nice. Years ago I was introduced to Howard Marks through [...]

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Chokka Block Restaurant in St Francis

Last night we just didn’t feel like cooking so we decided to go to the Chokka Block Restaurant in Port St Francis. Definitely worthwhile. If you are ever in St Francis I would definitely suggest this restaurant.We were surpised to see the place quite full. We booked a table beforehand so there was no waiting. [...]

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Standard Bank Again

Standard Bank has been at it again. I just don’t understand this institution. So I paid my credit card off month before last. End of last month, a payment goes off again. Phone them, no I have to cancel the debit order it doesn’t stop just because no money is owed. Hallo!! Anybody out there? [...]

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What is Valentine’s Day anyway?

I’m sorry to sound like a drip, but I just can’t get all hyped up about Valentine’s Day. Ok, so it’s the day that you celebrate your love for your loved one. Isn’t that supposed to be everyday, why need a specific day to do this? The Wikipedia says: “Valentine’s Day is a holiday celebrated [...]

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Standard Bank, just a standard bank

Standard Bank is the most useless bank out of the lot we have here in South Africa. I don’t know if they are actually worldwide. I sure hope not, because their services are just so… standard. Not like certain other banks I know… *cough*FNB*cough*. Standard Bank must have the worst service and customer relations I [...]

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Balizza in Port Elizabeth

There is a new pub in PE (Port Elizabeth, South Africa). It’s called Balizza. Situated in Heugh Road in Walmer on Times Square we found the decor to be very stylish and attractive. Balizza is an italian fashion related name. Come to think of it, maybe that was the reason for Fashion TV on all [...]

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Shoot ‘Em Up

Looking for some action? Shoot ‘Em Up guarantees it! Excellent movie with a bit of a Tarantino flavour with stars such as Clive Owen, Monica Bellucci and Paul Giamatti. Mr. Smith (Clive Owen) is waiting for a bus when a pregnant woman runs by, chased by a group of thugs. Smith kills them and delivers [...]

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Move to St Francis

So we are moving to Cape St Francis in South Africa from Port Elizabeth on the 9th of February 2008. Everything has been set in motion. But now because we are moving from our current place, our landlord thought it a good idea to quickly renovate the place. There are boxes everywhere, builders, painters, you [...]

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Motorola Phone Tools Upgrade

As I’ve mentioned before I spoilt myself with a new laptop for Christmas. This was also my first step into the world of Windows Vista. I’ve got a Motorola RAZR V3x. I’m not one for fancy phones. I have a nice camera, thank you Sony! Anyway, the reason for getting this phone was mainly because [...]

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The Golden Compass

Just came back from watching The Golden Compass. I’m very much one for fantasy and thought this movie to be quite excellent. Apparently it’s part of a trilogy written by author Philip Pullman. The movie is directed by Chris Weitz and features stars like, Nicole Kidman and Daniel Craig. The movie starts off with an [...]

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