Monday, October 16, 2006

John Mayer! Meet Ben Hillier

The weekend was good.

Thanks to Nicola for a great 21st party, I think it was enjoyed by all.

I got up to quite a bit, the main highlight of the weekend was the purchase (by me) of a guitar. Yes thats right I am going to teach myself guitar. I must say that after a few days of practicing and just playing around I am starting to get the hang of things. I am sure I will be playing like a pro in no time.

I also purchased a new game for the x box 360 called Ninety Nine Nights. Basically a thrash em up RPG with awesome graphics and shit loads of enemies to slaughter. Lots of fun. I'm sure you'll enjoy this one lucas.

I also went to the movies with Hails yesterday to see the new release The Departed. Quite a good movie with the like's of Matt Damon, Jack Nickleson and Leonardo DeCaprio. Awesome story about two rats, one infiltrating the mob and the other infiltrating the cops.

Anyway thats all for now, below is a picture of my new pride and joy, what do you think Lucas, not bad for a couple of hundred bucks.

Friday, October 06, 2006

Arrogance in children's movies.

What a week. Working 7 hours a day looking after children is quite an easy job, just as long as they aren't pissing you off.

All I can say is that my fortnightly pay will be huge next week.

I also finally got my documents from Tafe to give to my employer, so now I can start getting paid some good money, 20 bucks an hour ain't bad.

One thing children enjoy while spending hours at Vacation care is a good movie, and let's just say I've watched my yearly talley of children's movies.

I did however notice Hugh Laurie in one of them. Yeah thats right the man himself House in a children's movie.

Now it wasn't Hugh Laurie as the loveable and nice Dad in the movie Stuart Little, no, Hugh Laurie has a completely new character in a children's movie as the english criminal in the life version of A hundred and One Dalamations.

Putting him beside a stupid side kick with Hugh as the not so intelligent brains of the two we all know the sort of slap stick comedy this due would put together.

So I am now on a mission to find other films that Mr Laurie has appeared in.

Next week should be good with the kid's with excursions to the movies to see Garfield 2 and a trip to the Zoo (haven't been in awhile).

Tuesday, October 03, 2006

Just in case you thought I bailed Hails?

Today I worked the first day of Vacation Care for the school holidays. It was pretty good. We took the kids to a gymnastics place where they could bounce on trampolines, and walk on parallel bars and such. The best part was the huge foam trench which the kids could jump into, lot's of fun.

Haven't really been doing much. I must at this point however talk about the existence of my girlfriend who pointed out to me that she hadn't had a mention in my blog for some time. Here you go sweety, lap up the fame and glory while you've got the opportunity.

Just messing with ya.

We did however celebrate our 1 year anniversary a couple of weeks back, which I failed to mention in an earlier post.

Sorry.

We only went to the movies, gold class for something special, no big deal.

It is funny that a year has gone by though. Time really does fly. To think I have been in a relationship for a whole year now, who would have thought, this being my only real long term girlfriend (I admit I had some imaginary ones there for a period around year 11 and 12). So now the new challenge starts, not to piss off hails too much so that we might make it to 2 years.

Oh now while we are on the topic of hails, thought I'd let those of you who don't know that she has got a job for next year working at Ashford hospital. Good on ya. She also tells me that she will be moving out early next year so I will have a place to go when I'm not in the Den of Ben.

Well finally a post about my girlfriend, she will be so pleased with me. I look forward to doing it again.........

In a year or so.

Wednesday, September 27, 2006

Don't get around much anymore.

So where have I been for these past 2 and a half weeks you may be asking.

If I told you that I had been on a world tour, it would be a lie.

If I said I had been feeding the starving children in africa and haven't had anytime to myself let alone post on my blog, that would also be a lie.

To tell you the truth I haven't really been doing much over the past few weeks. My life consists of me working every night from about 3 til 6 and my days are spent playing my much beloved Nintendo DS and X box, and watching some DVD's I have recently bought. These include some music DVD's from Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin, and the first two seasons of the OC, (Yeah the good seasons before the let down of season 3 which has recently been released).

Last week I put in my application to Uni, Oh God no, what have I done?

Let's just hope that I get into some sort of teaching course or heaven help the person I turn into. Yeah thats right, the shit will really hit the fan.

Work is really good though, I mean who can say that they get paid to play soccer and other games with kids. It's just not right, but I get paid good money for it. The only down side are the hours but you get used to them after awhile and its not like I have anything better to do.

Oh and for those of you who are wondering why I am not out at HQ tonight for time warp, I have a bit of a head cold and my hayfever is driving me nuts. Also I'm a bit over the whole time warp thing.

Well I'll post again soon I promise.

Friday, September 08, 2006

Bonetimber back in winning form

Last night was extremely exhausting however well worth the effort.

We played two games of indoor soccer one after the other and to my surprise we managed to win both games.

The first game against a mediocre C grade team was a blitz with Nordy scoring 6 goals (4 of which came within about 8 miniutes). The second team we played known as the Cheeky Buggers made up of some of the boys from Mercedes was a harder match however we managed to beat them 6-5.

I also scored a goal in our first match taking my seasons total to a nice hat trick of 3. Yay for me.

After winning our first game and the second one not counting towards anything we should now move up into the top 4 on the table and are looking good to play in the finals in a couple of weeks. All we need to do is make sure we don't lose next week and we should be set.

In other news Dales party is tomorrow night. Looking forward to sitting in the Bradman room at the Adelaide oval and having a good night with the boys.

Also looking forward to Franny's 21st on Sunday arvo.

Good times ahead people, see you all there.

Monday, September 04, 2006

A weekend not to forget

My weekend was quite eventful along with everyone elses I think.

I started off spending saturday finishing off sammys speech with sean and getting him the speakers for his car.

Sam's 21st in itself was a great night, even if I was shitting myself for half the night over the speeches. I think we did a good job and I don't think I stuffed up too many times (we'll have to sit down and watch the video footage at a later date to be entirely sure). I do agree with nick however in saying that Daws poem was a highlight.

It was then time to hit the dance floor which sammy had created. I must admit it was damn good and to the people who left to go into town (Dutchy), you really are stupid. Why would you go to a club in town when you could blatantly stay at a mates house with your own personal one. The smoke filled room did add to the atmosphere with Ben pumping the room full of smoke.

The night went long and hard and I ended up leaving at around 4am.

Sunday was also an eventful day. After sleeping in hails came around and dragged me to the show for a few hours. I do enjoy the show however if you are going to go you may as well go for the day and get your moneys worth.

We only went on one ride (mainly because I couldn't justify spending 8 bucks on a 5 minute ride which hirled you around in circles only to have you throw up), and the ride we went on pretty much did that, except for the throwing up part.

I spent way too much money however. Mainly on the charlesworth nuts showbags cos they kick arse and are actually good value for money. I also did a few sideshows winning stuffed toys, and I also bought some cool Liverpool merchandise.

Highlight of the show was however in the main arena where we witnessed bobcat ballet. Yeah that's right, four guys in four bobcats doing sincronized dancing. Well worth seeing.

All in all a good weekend. Let's just see if Dale and Francesca can top it this weekend, looking forward to it guys.

Friday, September 01, 2006

Here's Sammy

Tomorrow night I am finally looking forward to someone elses 21st.

A place, unlike my own, where I have to do absolutely nothing except enjoy myself.

The speech is well on the way, just gottas finish it off tomorrow, and the presents are all organised and ready to be wrapped.

I would at this point like to apologise to sam for the wrapping of the presents that he is going to recieve tomorrow. What can I say, I'm a guy.

Work is really starting to take off at the moment and I am working most afternoons. Today was a good earning thanks to the schools showday. Basically we had Vat care for the day and I got a good 6 hour shift. We got the kids to make up their own sideshow alley and we got a kick arse superman bouncy castle in. The kids seemed to enjoy it, unfortunately I was not allowed on it, age limit was 13, though with the way I look I could have gotten away with it.

Today I also picked up my suit.

A nice brown pinstrip, it looks sick.

Well I'll see you all tomorrow night for some good times.

Monday, August 28, 2006

Again sorry I haven't been posting

I am not really doing that much though.

Went to St Pauls on Saturday night which was good fun for all involved, saw Foxy (yeah), and Mr timothy went off. Good night all round.

Another quick note involving sam's B'day, everyone involved owes me some money and we still need to come up with another idea.

Speeches are also important, lets get it done people. Look like its me, sean, nick and daw saying a few words so lets bring it together.

I feel very confident in talking about sams stuff on this blog cos I know he doesn't read it, however if you are sam, forget everything you just read.

Monday, August 21, 2006

Sorry I haven't posted in awhile

I've been busy

But not much has been happening in my life other than working.

Went to Pauls on Saturday night, drank beer and ate lamb on a spit, cheers for the party man.

I made some purchases with my vouchers the other day.

In true patriotic style I bought myself a liverpool scarf just in time for the new Premier League season, its really cool.

I also bought a CD that I have been wanting for awhile and let me just say that I think it is one of the best CD's I have ever bought.

Thats right Lucas, I bought the new Something for Kate CD, Desert Lights. Sounds really good, favourite song would have to be Down the Garden Path.

I really wish I had gone to one of the concerts they previously had here.

Now on to something new. Over the weekend I watched a heap of movies as I also bought some with my vouchers and it made me think of my favourites of all time.

So here it is Ceppys top 10 movies of all time

10. Trainspotting
Stars Ewan McGregor as a Heroin addict and his flawed attempts to give it up, interesting look into the life of a drug junkie and the relationships he is able or unable to have. Choose Life.

9. Baseketball
Okay who can't love this movie. From the creators of Southpark, two no good losers create a game which they play in their driveway which quickly becomes a national obsession and throws them into fame and fortune. Very funny movie which still has me on the floor laughing. Little bitch and laying carpet.

8. The Matrix
Again another great movie set now and in the near future. Cool idea of life the world and the unusual meaning to life and existance. Awesome fighting and action scenes with non stop action. Mr Anderson.

7. Anchorman - The legend of Ron Burgundy
Another clever comedy from Will Ferrell who plays the role of Ron Burgundy the best Television Anchorman in San Diego. Shows his competition with the new anchorwoman, his demise, followed by his big return. San Diego - a whale's vagina.

6. The Silence of the Lambs
Excellent master piece featuring one of my favourite actors Sir Anthony Hopkins. Follows the path of a psychopath known as Buffalo Bill who is kidnapping and murdering young women. Clarice Sterling is the FBI agent on the case and seeks the help of another psychopath known as Hannibal 'the Cannibal' Lector who is behind bars. Lector agrees to help Clarice only if she feeds his curiosity of her own life. A very good movie and a must see if you haven't already. Sffffffff-f-f-f-f, watch the movie then you'll get it, lucas knows what I'm on about.

5. The Great Escape
Had to have an oldie in here and what one could beat this. Set in a german prisoner of war camp in WW2 it follows a group of American and british soldiers who plan an escape from the camp. Based on a true story it features some well known actors. Do do, do doooo do-do-do, well you all know that song.

4. The Blues Brothers
Music and action have not been put together like this in any other movie that I've seen. A range of movie stars and musicians make appearances in this story of the Blues Brothers on a mission from god to put their bands back together to raise money to save the orphanage they were brought up in. Some of the best car chase scenes ever including what would have to be the most expensive and biggest car pile up scene the world has ever seen. Fun filled excitement from start to finish with great music from a great many artists. The Penguin.

3. Star Wars
The whole saga is great, I'm not going to go through them all with you but they are all good and is one of the most creative worlds I have ever seen. George Lucas, you the man. Lightsaber (do I have to say anything else).

2. Lock Stock and Two Smoking Barrels
This was previously my number one. Good old English Humour in a hardend criminal world. Four mates lose in a high rolling poker match and have a week to pay up otherwise they get fucked by a number of bad people. Awesome street dialogue and a good look into London's seedy underworld. Could everybody stop getting shot.

1. The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy
I think this is a great movie, it doesn't do enough credit to the book, however I still think it does it justice. Basically the earth is demolished to leave way for a new hyperspace way and Arthur Dent is the one who survives by hitching a ride with his mate from another planet Ford Prefect. A wacky whirlwind unwinds and the meaning of life, the galaxy and everything is questioned. The answer is 42.

So there you have it. My top 10. I think it is pretty good so let me know what you think.

Bye for now.

Monday, August 14, 2006

Ben is a bit like Peter Pan (but not in the creepy Michael Jackson way, although he still plays with children.

Thanks for that description boys, I'm sure Nick came up with that (seems like your witty humour mate).

Well Saturday has come and gone and I have to say first up thanks to everyone who came and celebrated my 21st with me, and thanks for all the great pressies, they are all awesome.

I think the night was a great success and I am happy with the way it all panned out.

I really enjoyed the speeches, so much thanks to Sammy, Sean and especially Nick for those many witty comments (the speech read like it had your signature on it man). I am just glad that you guys got to say that I was a raging queer in front of all my friends and family (cheers guys).

I've got a heap of photos so I'll post a few of the more memorable ones up for you all to see.















Me and the Misses, Don't she look fine












My main boys Sammy and Sean (first to arrive)












More of the boys, Wagga, Daw and Nordy












Another happy snap with Hannah and Dale












Timmy and Andy












Opening some pressies, I wonder what it is












More present opening fun, whats sam so happy about












Nice Power Gersey lets get drunk












My brother the piss head, Amanda, and my cousin Emmy and boyfriend Andy












The Woolies boys












Mr Woolworths himself, Nidarling












Ahh, the much loved speeches, I think this is the part where Sam calls me a Raging Queer












The Hillier family












The cutting of the cake












Hey, Borgas makes an appearance












Ceppy breaking it down, pixie style












Sammy also breaking it down












Hailey stole the camera for awhile, CAMERA HOG












Daw and Sean getting it on













Check out the pressies, awesome.


So what did Benny get in total for his birthday, here's the list.
  • Ben Sherman Soccer Ball (got everyone to sign it on the night)
  • Alcohol dispenser for the bar
  • Eski
  • Pair of outdoor chairs
  • Metal Cocktail set
  • Poker set
  • Port Power Gersey
  • A Ripcurl watch
  • Another watch
  • Antique lolly dispenser with jelly beans (awesome present, thanks Fran)
  • 2 bottles of CC
  • 1, 1 litre bottle of CC (cheers boys)
  • Couple of bottles of Crownies (yeah the big ones)
  • Bottle of wine (thanks random UK chicks)
  • 35 dollar voucher for rebel sport
  • 75 dollar voucher for JB Hifi

And from my gorgeous girlfriend a cool sterling silver bracelet, awesome.

All this and its not even my birthday yet, so theres more to come.

Thanks again for everyone who came.

Looking forward to going to all yours, Sammy your next.

Monday, August 07, 2006

Moving on up, moving on down, moving on up, nothing can stop me, yeah!

Yesterday was my last day working at woolworths and I must say it was a bit surreal. Considering that woolwroths has been a big part of my life over a large proportion of my adult life it was kind of wierd walking out the door as an employee for the last time.

I'm not saying that I didn't want to leave because as most of you know I have been bitching about it pretty much since I started 4 and a half years ago, however the sense of purpose and security in my life for once seemed to be challenged.

Woolworths has provided me with the income to do and buy what I want and I always knew that I would have money. I have picked up other work at Mitcham OHSC so I will still be earning some money but it seems weird not to be getting money from woolies anymore.

The work was shit and the hours were crap, but at least it gave me a sense of security.

So I am moving on and I have a new purpose in life.

Having fun. That's right, finally I can enjoy myself due to the fact that I no longer have to work weekends. This means you'll be seeing a lot of me from now on.

Only 5 days to go til my 21st, look forward to seeing you all there.

Wednesday, August 02, 2006

THEY ARE SHOWING ANOTHER REPEAT OF HOUSE, FUCKITY, FUCK FUCK.

I WANT TO KILL THEM, LET ME KILL SOMEONE.

CAN SOMEONE COME ROUND SO THAT I CAN RELEASE MY FRUSTRATION BY HORRIBLY MURDERING SOMEONE.

FUCK

Who's ready to party

Today is Wednesday.

That means that there is only 10 days to go until my 21st. Yeah

Today we are finally going to finish off the paving which has taken way too long and has given me much pain mainly in the lower back region.

I have also finished my slideshow and have put together a playlist.

On the topic of playlists I have gone with what suits me, commercial dance. I was originally going to have a bit of everything but when I got to putting the playlist together I found that I had a good 6 hours of dance music alone.

I would really like to hear some feedback from you guys on this matter.

I have also been looking at hiring a coulple of 300 watt speakers to pump the music out all night long, should be good.

Yesterday Ben was in the kitchen making his famous pinwheels which you will all no doubt have the pleasure of tasting on the night.

On a completely different topic my house recieved a call from none other than Josh Roach (my old music teacher) saying that he had some work for me. Don't know what is happening there but as soon as I know I'll let you guys in on it.

Well thats about all for now, look forward to seeing you in 10 days people, and make sure you bring your dancing shoes.

Thursday, July 27, 2006

The Best day of my life

Today I handed in my resignation for woolworths.

This means that I am only going to be subjected to two more weekends of their crap.

With that I would just like to say.

YES, TAKE THAT YOU BUNCH OF FUCKERS I HAVE FINALLY BEATEN YOU ALL. I DON'T HAVE TO TAKE ANY OF YOUR SHIT ANYMORE SO YOU CAN ALL GO AND SUCK THE FAT ONE. I AM SO FUCKING HAPPY RIGHT NOW. WOOLWORTHS TAKES IT UP THE ARSE LIKE A DIRTY FUCKING WHORE.

Well that feels much better.

FUCKERS.

Sunday, July 23, 2006

Customer grouch loves the trash

Yesterday was yet again another completely boring day at work. The main difference is that now that our backdock is out of service we have to take our loads at the front of the store and drag them out to the back dock, a process which is very, very annoying and time consuming. This will be happening for about a month and sucks the fat one, big time.

Due to this we also have to take our rubbish out into the carpark out the front to get rid of it. This is the setting for this little story of mine.

It was about 2 o'clock and a group of the woolies crew had to take a shitload of rubbish out to the bins. In this delightful stock of rubbish there was a variety of out of date meat and grocery items along with the general rubbish of the store.

So we are there putting rubbish in the bin when a lady with a stroller and her small child comes along and starts to look through the meat and other goods on one of the flat tops.

"Can I take some of these, you aren't just going to throw this all away, I'll take some meat to give to my dog."

Upon this our store manager for the day says to the lady that it is all out of date stock and that we have to throw it out, basically that no she can't take any of it because we can't just give people free stuff.

The lady begins to argue with the store manager (here starts the problem not that it hasn't already started).

The lady continues to go on about it asking why she can't have any of it, wha wha, whinge whinge.

She then proceeds to start taking things off the flat top, to which the store manager takes it back saying "I'm sorry we are not allowed to give away our stock, against store policy.

The lady continues to argue

Meanwhile the rest of us are laughing at the whole incident.

Eventually the lady gives up saying, "I'll just come back later when you aren't here", and walks off.

We all just smile and nod, knowing very well that the bins will be locked.


So there are a few things wrong here.

Let me get this straight first however.

Woolworths does indeed dump alot of stock some of which is still perfectly fine, I don't agree with them doing this however it is alot easier than handing it out to people. It is also against our store policies to give stock away for free (although the mark down policy does mean that we practically give stock away sometimes).

This lady wanted something for free and couldn't grasp the concept that we couldn't give it to her.

You are indeed a knob.

I would have liked to have been there when she went back only to find the bins locked, hahaha. Even if she did get them open the hilarity in her swimming through the piles of rubbish would again bring tears of laughter.

Why are some people so fucking stingey that they have to ask for free out of date stock? These people are the real tight arses of our community. The fact that she was wearing pearls and Armani says that you can afford to buy meat for your dogs.

All these rich people who frown upon us for wasting food when there are millions of people starving.

Here's an idea take out your own check book you rich fuck and donate some money to feed the starving children yourself. Oh no too hard, I need that money to pay for our butler, then don't fucking critise us you tight arses.

Also the fact that the meat is clearly off due to the fact that it is both out of date and hasn't been sitting in a fridge for 3 days would suggest to me that it isn't good for anyone, including your stupid fucking dogs.

What a complete bitch.

Tuesday, July 18, 2006

Time for another top ten on the charts

So considering the fact that I am a bum and that I am not really doing anything at the moment I have decided to do another post on Ceppy's top ten music hits at the moment.

Now I will say that there are a few from the Coldplay album and the fact that I saw them live also means that they are going to get a really good rating in this top 10.

So here it is

10. Bob Sinclair - World, Hold On

9. Eskimo Joe - Comfort You

8. John Mayer - Waiting on the world to change

7. Tomas Andersson - Washing up

6. Johnny Cash - Ring of fire

5. Coldplay - The Hardest part

4. Eskimo Joe - Black fingernails, Red wine

3. Freeform Five - No more conversations

2. Coldplay - Til Kingdom Come

1. Coldplay - A Message


So there you have it a good mix of dance, classics and modern rock.

In other news I went to the Casino on saturday night and won big on the pokies. 180 bucks won on a jackpot, yay for me. This will be spent at the Ed tonight.

Well thats all for now folks

Tuesday, July 11, 2006

21st preparation well on the way.

The turf is up, the slide show is done and the food is organised, well some of it anyway.

The 21st of the year is well on its way and it is going to be great.

For those of you who haven't got an invite yet they are coming, its probably because I haven't seen you. Some I will also have to send out in the mail.

Thursday dad and I plan on starting the paving for outback. This is going to be a very long process but it will look good in the end.

For those of you who don't know I have decided to screw the whole theme idea and have a casual get together. So put on some nice going out clothes and get ready to party cos its almost here.

Other than this nothing much has really been happening. I am a bum and I am loving it.

The 360 is my best friend at the moment (always will be).

Well this was a post for the sake of posting so I'll see you all soon.

Thursday, July 06, 2006

Following on in the Coldplay Suit, I found this audio interview with Chris Martin on ABC's enough rope with Andrew Denton.

Enjoy.

http://www.abc.net.au/tv/enoughrope/audio/ep110/CHRISMARTIN.mp3

My life is complete, now that I've seen Coldplay.

Last night was indeed the highlight of my life.

Now that may say that I have led a pretty uneventful life so far, however I think it that what it really shows is how much I love Coldplay.

It was the best concert that I have ever been to and the set list was fucking fanatastic. Songs from all three albums were played including some of my favourites like poliltik (second song in), in my place, and lots from the new album. Highlights of the concert were definately yellow (third song in) where big yellow balloons fell down on to us which was awesome, clocks with the red lasers, Chris Martin running to the back of the entertainment centre and singing part of in my place at the back with the people in seats. One other highlight was Chris Martin explaining to us that the song
Til Kingdom come will be released as a hit to the winner of Big Brother, Coldplays musical talent and the good looks of the people on big brother make them unstoppable.

All I can say is that it was the best fucking concert I think I will ever see. Chris Marin live in person on stage is fucking fantastic. His antics alone could have entertained the crowds.

One of the best surprises was Coldplay covering a Johnny Cash Classic known as Ring of Fire. This was great.This song was done along with Til Kingdom Come and Trouble as a little acoustic bit up the front of stage. This was also a highlight.

The fact is that the whole concert was a highight for me and I doubt that I will ever go to a concert that will top it, unless of course I go to see Coldplay again.

Coldplay I can't wait for you to come again, and just let me say that if I found out that they were playing the same concert again tonight and were charging 500 a ticket I would still go.

Fucking awesome.




















This is the picture printed on one of their tour shirts which I now own.

Monday, July 03, 2006

Blood rushing to my head

Well the day is almost here.

Wednesday will be a day that will long be remembered and is something I have been looking forward to for the past 12 months. Thats right my favourite band is coming to town, Coldplay.

It is going to be huge is all I can say.

In other news 21st preparation in well on the way. Other than me pulling up half our lawn yesterday I have got my photos ready which I need to scan at seans today and I am also starting on the invites (they will be out by the end of the week).

After all the debate on what theme to have I have thrown the whole idea out the window and decided to go with the casual dress approach. So put on your best casuals and definately your dancing shoes and lets have a party.

One thing that is going to take ages however will be me putting a playlist together and sorting through the best of my music, theres so much and I fear that even when I have filtered through it it will still be a couple of days long.

Well back to it.

Coldplay rocks