Personal blog of Peter "Sci" Turpin – Page 4157 – Technology, art and personal faff

Twitter Updates for 26-07-2011

How do I close my Google+ account? I'd rather wait until they fix the names than have my account locked & effect the others it's tied to. 00:17:56, 2011-07-26
@JezzKitty Good plan. *hug* in reply to JezzKitty 00:43:17, 2011-07-26
Never opening window again. Just caught a bee, a moth and a jumping spider. 02:36:37, 2011-07-26
Annoyed. Chester are receiving the wrong model of mill. So mine won't be here for at least another 16 weeks! It was 12 weeks a month ago. 12:47:34, 2011-07-26
I suppose it gives me more setup time. Gotta see the silver lining. :P 12:49:35, 2011-07-26
I liked a @YouTube video http://youtu.be/dIoRlmsGvRQ?a Pickles – The Eyes Have It 13:30:31, 2011-07-26
Been alerted that last nights Twitter updates reposted themselves 14 times. Don't know why this happens, but happens every couple of months. 13:49:04, 2011-07-26
@Its_Death I dunno, is "..The Aristocrats!" really that funny a punchline anymore? in reply to Its_Death 13:56:01, 2011-07-26
Last RT is fascinating. Works on assumption that dyslexics see letters as 3d objects, similar when rotated. Over-active spacial awareness? 15:33:57, 2011-07-26
@jackalesque Yes, that occurred to me too. I generally read fine, but certain typefaces & spacings make it near impossible. Variations. in reply to jackalesque 15:37:08, 2011-07-26
@jackalesque Sadly the font packs seem to cost upwards of £400. in reply to jackalesque 15:39:44, 2011-07-26
"To make the font available to as many people with dyslexia as Possible, Schools, Institutions and companies can now buy it." Errr… 15:41:23, 2011-07-26
Surely if you wanted to make it available to as many people as possible, you'd give it away not licence it to institutions at €445 to €1950. 15:45:13, 2011-07-26
Okay their website is in Dutch, but I see nothing there for non-profit use or individual users. So you're stuck once out of school. 15:46:37, 2011-07-26
@AlbinoKitsune *hugs tight* It's been a shitty day by the sounds of it. Try and chill out. Maybe icecream. in reply to AlbinoKitsune 15:47:07, 2011-07-26
@artsyhonker There are open font editing programs, and the creator seemed to fairly completely explain the rationale. in reply to artsyhonker 15:57:28, 2011-07-26
@artsyhonker Tho wondering, if diagnostic software could run tests to create a custom font for a user? Adapt to individuals. in reply to artsyhonker 15:58:14, 2011-07-26
I liked a @YouTube video http://youtu.be/k9c-QVw-FWs?a A Bit of Fry and Laurie – I'ts a Soaraway Life 16:10:46, 2011-07-26
New blog post: You've successfully deleted Google+ and associated social content http://www.sci-fi-fox.com/?p=1122 16:47:07, 2011-07-26
@warrenellis Ergo; the Chinese government have a time machine. in reply to warrenellis 17:33:37, 2011-07-26
Been on hold with HMRC for ten minutes. I only need to ask one question. 19:39:16, 2011-07-26
@jackalesque Yes we do! When are you free? in reply to jackalesque 19:50:11, 2011-07-26
HMRC Tax Credits dealt with. That was surprisingly quick actually. What was I doing next? Oh yes.. 19:50:53, 2011-07-26
I distrust giving money to any charity that will put itself out of business if it succeeds in its stated goals. 19:55:54, 2011-07-26
@jackalesque Technically thursday and friday, but will probably be rushing to get stuff done before saturday. Party on sat? Sunday? in reply to jackalesque 20:10:05, 2011-07-26
She's sending me texts again. Have tried to reply succinctly saying I want no further contact with her and why. 21:35:42, 2011-07-26
@jackalesque Nope. Was informed of that on Sunday by someone. in reply to jackalesque 21:41:37, 2011-07-26
@jackalesque Sunday should be fine, tho might be a bit hungover. in reply to jackalesque 21:41:59, 2011-07-26
@davidgerard I want her in no doubt. The message has been sent and I am ignoring all that follow. in reply to davidgerard 21:46:40, 2011-07-26
Mill fell over and landed on the joint of my little finger. Hurts like fuck. Ruined another T-shirt, but it's indoors now for tomorrow. 22:50:38, 2011-07-26
Thankfully I have been given beer or else I might be crying. Owwww. 22:51:41, 2011-07-26
@karaspita Any more messages from her will be deleted, don't worry. in reply to karaspita 23:16:08, 2011-07-26
@karaspita Well it's my only mobile phone number so not much choice in keeping it active. in reply to karaspita 23:23:12, 2011-07-26
Left wrist is really hurting. May have strained something when the mill fell. Did I try and catch it? Umm, hard to recall. 23:26:23, 2011-07-26
Can't remember who I suggested this to, but: Rabbit Korma. 23:34:09, 2011-07-26
@karaspita Looks like a useful book! I'll add it to my wishlist. I don't really have much time to read right now. :/ in reply to karaspita 23:45:42, 2011-07-26
I HAVE NYANED FOR 1223.7 SECONDS! http://t.co/vBevtZm via @nyannyancat 23:52:22, 2011-07-26

Twitter Updates for 25-07-2011

Welp, one thing off my mind. 00:06:37, 2011-07-25
Random paperwork find: I've been fully self-employed for exactly 3 years as of Friday 22nd. 00:09:30, 2011-07-25
@Glinner There's an IT Crowd episode in this somewhere though! in reply to Glinner 01:01:45, 2011-07-25
@tajasel I think it's popped out of your head into mine and it's refusing to leave! in reply to tajasel 01:30:02, 2011-07-25
Still fucking about with my tax paperwork. Stupidly tired. Should just sleep & do it tomorrow. 01:49:47, 2011-07-25
Upside, presuming I win this enclosure on ebay in 5 days, that's all the CNC parts I'll need, collected. Then I can tidily assemble them. 01:53:29, 2011-07-25
I hate being right. Oslo bomber did it to "start a revolution" and "drive Muslims out of Europe". Not as darkly funny as I'd hoped. 13:01:19, 2011-07-25
Outdoor cat has had two kittens. 13:24:36, 2011-07-25
Someone's been spying on all those Pittsburgh furries~ Don't let us.. I mean th (@YouTube http://youtu.be/UFWrPfTcLHE?a) 13:41:20, 2011-07-25
Biology class in schools as the only taught way on how to look after your body seems like teaching someone to drive by dismantling a car. 14:52:48, 2011-07-25
@Moshiicake Yes, treat that arse well. in reply to Moshiicake 20:14:58, 2011-07-25
@Moshiicake You know your strengths! Though don't forget the rest of your delightfully expressive facial features! in reply to Moshiicake 20:29:27, 2011-07-25
Finally got another sexual health checkup today. Left house at 2pm, left clinic at 7pm. 1st clinic tried didn't mention they don't do tests. 20:32:26, 2011-07-25
Roadwork & bus on diversion, got to Whipps X & waited for 3+ hours. Initial checks seem fine; just paranoia. Fortnight for test results. :P 20:35:26, 2011-07-25
Next up; Dental checkup. Then I'll see if I can do something about trying contact lenses. 20:35:59, 2011-07-25
@Moshiicake Pfft, like anyone could do you justice with just pen and ink! in reply to Moshiicake 20:38:01, 2011-07-25
@Moshiicake It's the truth! And you're welcome :) in reply to Moshiicake 20:42:18, 2011-07-25
Sudden urge to make a "unicorn hunter" pendant or hat, covered with bloodied trophy unicorn horns. #WhoSaidAnythingAboutHotBiGirls? 21:19:51, 2011-07-25
@Moshiicake *hugs a Mosey* Hope that helps a lil :) in reply to Moshiicake 21:42:27, 2011-07-25
@Mish_Monster LIES! There is no such thing!! D: in reply to Mish_Monster 22:17:48, 2011-07-25
Now NotW is dead, can I unboycot Morrisons? They do half a kilo of tiramisu for like £2. ;_; 22:18:37, 2011-07-25
LiveJournal still borked. Can't leave comments. 22:23:25, 2011-07-25
"Truth" is a dangerous word. "Accurate" is probably better. 22:30:58, 2011-07-25
@arclight That looks immaculate! in reply to arclight 23:32:51, 2011-07-25
@swaldman Unless self-employed. But yeah, I recall last time. Book a day off, cross fingers and hope there's space to be seen. in reply to swaldman 23:40:31, 2011-07-25
@jennie_kermode Does that mean I have to buy a copy of the Sun to check?? D: in reply to jennie_kermode 23:41:10, 2011-07-25
I look forward to 3D modelling a horn, hitting "mirror" and being able to mill out precisely matching pairs to take moulds from. 23:43:24, 2011-07-25

Evening at the “spa” (NSFW)

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Twitter Updates for 24-07-2011

Back from the spa an hour ago. Writing up a little diary of it. It'll be going in my Fetlife blog tho! Or maybe my regular blog anyway too. 01:49:40, 2011-07-24
Will only be surprised at Winehouse's death if it turns out she suffered polonium poisoning or drug withdrawal. 01:51:03, 2011-07-24
This is awesome. (@YouTube http://youtu.be/71YsRO6G7Ks?a) 01:55:29, 2011-07-24
I liked a @YouTube video http://youtu.be/71YsRO6G7Ks?a Cowboys & FreddieW (ft. Jon Favreau) 01:55:40, 2011-07-24
@NixiePixel I couldn't make it out.. was that the Turret Opera from the end of Portal 2 they were singing?? in reply to NixiePixel 03:02:35, 2011-07-24
Debating whether to post about the recent nastiness on my main blog. Suppose I've already put bits on Twitter.. 03:10:17, 2011-07-24
New blog post: Evening at the "spa" (NSFW) http://www.sci-fi-fox.com/?p=1085 03:17:26, 2011-07-24
@antlercat Yeah, the bit about the girl was worried about putting in. But I mention no names or anything descriptive of themselves. in reply to antlercat 03:24:32, 2011-07-24
@antlercat If they're still alive there's a chance they'll see it, but I have a right to be pissed off at that passive-aggressive behaviour. in reply to antlercat 03:25:31, 2011-07-24
@antlercat And thankyou. :) I'm still exploring things about myself & want to catalogue them all. I don't feel I should censor my… 03:27:10, 2011-07-24
@antlercat …experiences, even if making them public is a bit nerve-racking. They're part of me & I shouldn't be afraid to admit it openly. 03:28:36, 2011-07-24
Also, I amazed that for 3hrs writing and editing, people have read that entry in like a minute! XD 03:30:48, 2011-07-24
@jackalesque An electric toothbrush and some flossing sticks is the best investment you can make for your mouth. in reply to jackalesque 15:15:40, 2011-07-24
The ebay dilemma: Trying to find the exact keyword that'll turn up the specific item you want. 16:43:28, 2011-07-24
What are other names for sleeved grommets? Panel bushing, cable supports, strain relief boots.. 16:44:12, 2011-07-24
Basically I'll need 5 of these: http://t.co/ujLQwA6 But that can take 7.7mm cable. 16:44:57, 2011-07-24
@AdriOfTheDead I don't think it's the "innocent" part they care about, it's "can't fight back" part. :( in reply to AdriOfTheDead 16:56:58, 2011-07-24
Squeee! 3.5hrs to go, milling machine just passed £100! 17:51:24, 2011-07-24
@ThoughtDemon Pickle! What on earth as Kreek been up to?? http://t.co/UdXr0Tg 18:39:16, 2011-07-24
American? Dying in the heatwave? PAINT YOUR ROOF WHITE! REFLECT THE EVIL SUN! 19:01:56, 2011-07-24
@BlooBits Cumflation? :P in reply to BlooBits 19:41:26, 2011-07-24
@Albrecht_Fur Don't let her melt! in reply to Albrecht_Fur 19:53:04, 2011-07-24
Have just realised you can sing "Baby Got Back" to the tune of "Merry Go-Round Broke Down". #MindBlown 21:24:12, 2011-07-24
@ashens Could try a polarising filter? in reply to ashens 22:01:02, 2011-07-24
Phew. Mill is arranged for delivery Wednesday. Will dismantle it and move it into the house on Tuesday. 23:23:18, 2011-07-24

Twitter Updates for 23-07-2011

I liked a @YouTube video from @CorridorDigital http://youtu.be/nbsmonNnbBQ?a "Slow in Reverse" – The Keep (Brutal Western 00:16:25, 2011-07-23
@ChaseLioness *Hugs* Sip of brandy? Or ovaltine? Or Valerian root? in reply to ChaseLioness 01:46:04, 2011-07-23
@ChaseLioness @TinyTeaDragon Gave me some very good stuff a while back. Need to buy more. Knocks you right out. Trying to recall name. in reply to ChaseLioness 01:51:11, 2011-07-23
@ChaseLioness Found it! Pukka "Night Time" herbal tea. Gave me about a 20-30min window of passing out, so drink close to your bed! in reply to ChaseLioness 01:58:56, 2011-07-23
@ChaseLioness And yes, that's a tried and true way of exhausting yourself to sleep! (In general, not just @lightsguydave XD ) in reply to ChaseLioness 02:00:04, 2011-07-23
@ChaseLioness I think it's the valerian root in it that does it mostly. Most herbal teas improve with honey in them tho. :) in reply to ChaseLioness 02:04:37, 2011-07-23
@charltonbrooker However doing so would just as likely allow the myhtos that terrorists=middle-eastern to remain. in reply to charltonbrooker 14:21:34, 2011-07-23
The Prodigy's official YouTube channel and they fudge out the word "Rohypnol". (@YouTube http://youtu.be/FglU0X-Vyrw?a) 14:31:18, 2011-07-23
Sudden urge to make a mockumentry explaining that Terrorists are a race who migrate around the world seasonally. 14:33:13, 2011-07-23
It'd explain how they started off in, I dunno, China, migrated to south Africa, then to America, then Ireland, then Iraq, now Norway. 14:35:51, 2011-07-23
It's the sort of pseudo-scientific bollocks that's easy to write and just as easy to get idiots to believe. 14:37:54, 2011-07-23
@meekoblue Precisely! I'm shit at video editing though. in reply to meekoblue 14:45:53, 2011-07-23
Max Headroom FTW (@YouTube http://youtu.be/dNaAaPvyYqI?a) 14:57:56, 2011-07-23
@Mish_Monster Weyhey! :D in reply to Mish_Monster 17:03:33, 2011-07-23
Roit, time to head out. Going to the naturist spa place. o_o 17:13:04, 2011-07-23