bond

I saw "Quantum of Solace" today. I had heard mixed reports about it - everything from "It was really good" to "It has no plot". So, I sincerely hoped as I went that I would not be sorely disappointed. I was not.

I suspect that most of the disappointment with this movie is due to its breaking with the Bond tradition in one notable way: it is a sequel. None of those in the last decade and a half (the limit of my Bond experiences) have been a sequel, and I don't believe I've heard of any others (correct me if I'm wrong). However, "Quantum of Solace" can only be viewed as a sequel - it is the natural progression of the plot present in "Casino Royale". If viewed on its own, it would be completely unsatisfying. However, remembering "Casino Royale", I found it to be a thorough, enjoyable and satisfying sequel - possibly one of the best sequels I've ever seen. Unless there was an immense plot deficiency in the part I missed when I had a bathroom break, I think the negative commentary I have heard is unfounded, and I recommend you watch it - but only if you have seen "Casino Royale" first.

homicidal food

I saw a frightening sight in Coles today. Five shelves of yoghurt all telling me to die. "Die, die, die..."

Two steps later I realised I was looking at all the "Diet" yoghurt from a surprisingly threatening angle.

They're always telling us that artificial sweeteners will kill us, but I'm pretty sure that's not what they meant.

predominant

I have a question to those of you who are employed:

How long did it take before your work stopped being all you thought about?

I'm already frustrated about how much I talk about it, but it's also frustrating to wake up thinking about it. How long does it take to settle down into something you can safely ignore when you're not there?

Also, happy Christmas to all of you! :o)