Darlo's World

So the temperature up in Leeds has dropped somewhats, and along with me having to do a complete factory reset on my laptop, I’ve now had to faff about in fairly deep snow if I want to go outside. Those of you who follow me on facebook will have already seen the little video I whacked on there from my webcam, but on my way about town and through Hyde Park today I took a few pictures for all to see. Now this is how many people would like to see Christmas.

The graveyard at university really reminds me of A Christmas Carol.

The view from my bedroom. Last night this poor lamp post was hit by a car and a rubbish collection truck.

The road towards Leeds city centre looks a bit bleak.

Glad I wasn’t under any trees when they shed their loads.

Hyde Park was the deepest snow area I walked through, with areas of virgin snow coming to just a few inches under my knee caps.

In yonder distance yee can see, a humble snowman who hath yet to be.

These guys were making an igloo. On my way back it was really impressive, but I didn’t want to take my camera out as the snow was coming down heavy again.

I shall name him … (looks around room to found a random and somewhat obscure name) … Leopold.

This may look like a spherical sculture covered with snow, but I can tell you this … I don’t remember it being there a couple of days ago (recent … ish … google maps pic), and there was a mysterious looking trail of missing snow, grass and mud leading to it from the park.

Evergreen trees … the laziest of all.

This little house and garden area really go well with a snowy environment.

The Queen Vic.

Happy New Year everyone. I know not everyone had a fantastic 2009, so here’s hoping this decade won’t screw us over will treat us well.

Here’s a few of my New Year ‘firsts’.

First Movie: Drop Dead Fred
First Trip: From Carley & Co.’s house to mine.
First Book: Urawaza: Secret Everyday Tips and Tricks from Japan
First Drink: Cheap Beer
First Meal: (Own brand) Shreddies cereal
First MP3: Gun’s & Roses by Paradise Lunch (the theme tune to the anime, Baccano)
First Website Looked At: Facebook
First Phone Call: With Viv
First Game: PKR (Online Poker)
First Song Sung: …