Thu 23 Feb 2012 Recieved FujiFilm FinePix S4500

Around last week I ordered from...

http://www.qvcuk.com

...a £200.00 FujiFilm FinePix S4500 digital 'bridge' camera; which was delivered to me this morning. My intention is to practice using the camera for a month; then, return it back to them.

As, ultimately, I wish to buy a more higher spec FujiFilm FinePix digital 'bridge' camera such as the £203.00 HS20/or, the £400.00 HS30.

151211 Joined Apple iTunes store online.

I just went and joined Apple iTunes store online; through using my PC; I don't actually own any Apple hardware product, yet?! Though, I am seriously thinking of buying an iPod, iPhone, iMac, -etc.; if only they weren't so darn expensive!

I had to reveal both my email address/debit card details in order to join, though. I'm really worried that joining might tempt me to spend, spend, SPEND on all kinds of things that I, quite honestly, don't even need; such as music, tv, video, podcasts/-etc.

However, I was also delighted to discover that, at least, some of the content is entirely FREE; such as 'educational' podcasts.

Sun 27 Nov 2011 Stayed in...!

Well, I really hate it whenever the weather gets really cold; such as during winter time. It makes me not wish to go out, anymore.

Therefore, for the last week, all I been doing is 'thinking' about going out; and, not actually going out anywhere.

Even today, for instance, I thought I might go and visit London Zoo; as I'm a yearly member; who can get in FREE; however, due to the cold, I decided not to.

I also wanted to try doing a Tai Chi lesson, costing £3.00, in Soho Square at the Chinese Medical Health Centre at 12:00 midday; again, I didn't go; but, in that case it's mainly because which I'd gone and gotten dressed I suddenly realized it was far too late.

Instead, I stayed in all day long; watching movies; or else, reading/typing on my home based Desktop computer.

What I really want to do though is get out there and test out my 'new' digital camera, Fuji FinePix AX350 digital compact, 16MP/5xZoom/3 x pic Panorama...???

Sat 051111 Streatham

MADE A WITHDRAWAL/DEPOSIT

I had to go and visit Streatham in order to make a building society withdrawal/then, later on, make a cash deposit at the bank.

GOT A FREE KORAN HOLY BIBLE BOOK

Near to the Streatham WH Smiths shop, I saw a stand with 3 Muslim guys handing out FREE Koran bibles. I accepted one of these; for which, in return, I gave them both my name/email. They said they would contact me in around 5 days time.

INQUIRED PRICE OF TRAIN TICKET SINGLE/RETURN TO KINGSWOOD STATION FROM STREATHAM

I also went to Streatham Hill train station, located at the bottom of Leigham Court Road; and, I asked how much it would cost to pay to go to Kingswood where my cousins live. The receptionist guard told me £5.90 for a return ticket/and, £3.30 for a single fare.

BROUGHT DOMENIC SOME TOYS FROM STREATHAM POUND SHOP

In Streatham pound shop, I brought a water colour set containing not 1 but 2 colour palettes. I also brought 4 x plastic swords with safety handles. 2 of these swords are for my 5 year old cousin, Domenic, to go and play against his friends with; and, 2 of them I reserved for myself to go and practice with if any friend comes to visit me at home.

PHONED COUSINS; BUT, APPARENTLY, THEY WEREN'T IN ON FIREWORKS NIGHT

Today, it was my plan to go and visit seeing my cousins in the countryside; however, I now realise it's the 5th of November; and, therefore, it's Fireworks night; thus, it's possible the reason why when I rung there home; and, repeatedly, got no answer is because they may have gone out to go and see the Fireworks show, publically.

Fri 041111 5 day trial membersship of Fitness First

THURSDAY/FRIDAY, FREE 5 DAY TRIAL MEMBERSHIP AT FITNESS FIRST GYM PICADILLY

I had recently joined 3 discount stores online...

http://www.groupon.co.uk

http://www.wowcher.co.uk

http://www.myvouchercodes.com

On Thursday 3rd Nov 2011, I received from myvouchercodes an offer to try out Fitness First gym facilities located anywhere in London. I chose to visit their Piccadilly branch which is right behind Regent Street. The appointment was made to go visit them the very next day, Friday.

Friday, I first went to Morley College in London, to print out the emailed voucher as proof. Next, I went over to the Picadilly branch of Fitness First. I arrived somewhere around 12:00 midday. I showed them my voucher; they read it; then, presented me with a 'temporary' Fitness First members card; telling me when I hand it back in when my session is all done; then, they will give me back my original voucher being signed with the current date. So, I guess, that means each time I go there they will date it; to know when I went.

I basically walked straight up to a 6 ft tall free standing filled heavy bag; and, practiced kicking/punching/and, also, doing some throwing techniques. I also used their running machines a bit. Basically, I already have a paid for monthly gym membership with...

http://www.thegymgroup.co.uk

...therefore, I didn't see any point in wasting time using machines which I already have access to in the other gym; instead, I just wanted to use Fitness First equipment which I don't otherwise have any access to.

In between work out sessions, I went and sat down, watched TV, and, poured out some FREE drinks; namely, coffee, tea, and, hot water into a paper cup.

I left Fitness First gym at 8PM which is when they close; they open at 10AM; and, also, they are closed during the weekends.

Wed 2nd Nov 2011 2 x Massage Dean St/Camden

REASON FOR GOING OUT TODAY: WEST END, MASSAGE, DEAN STREET, BE HEALTH, CHINESE

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Wowcher-£11-Be Chinese Health Centre-79 Dean St(near

Soho Square). £11.00 starts from 20/10/11.

Accupuncture & cupping.

Date changed to Wed 021111 1PM

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I had already booked through Wowcher a accupuncture/cupping treatement at Be Health Chinese Medical Centre located in Dean Street, near to Oxford Street.

I had previously paid £10.00 to have a chair massage by them; which was my first ever chair massage treatment.

Today, I was going to have my first ever accupuncture/and, cupping treatment. It all went ok. I felt relaxed; and, much calmer, afterwards.

I'd brought this treatment at a discount, however; and, I was told when I asked how many more treatments would I need; and, the doctor lady recommended 6. I booked with the desk receptionist 3 further appointments all for a total of £60(which is meant to be a 'special' discounted price for Wowcher voucher users).

Frankly, being unemployed, I cannot afford these treatments. However, I had already gone and booked it; so, I felt there was no point in requesting all of my money back. No 1, I don't know if they will refund me? No 2, I don't want to cause any unnecessary trouble; when the people have been so nice and friendly to me.

MASSAGE, LOTUS HEATH AND BEAUTY, APPOINTMENT REBOOKED

I rode my bike to Camden Town, 97 Parkway, Lotus Health and Beauty Massage parlour. I had previously brought from Groupon, the online discount company, a 1 hour voucher to be used at Lotus; only Groupon were meant to send me the voucher through email; which they did not. I then phoned Groupon who told me they would give me some codes to use over the phone so I could book my appointment anyway. Which I did. Only when I turned up for my appointment on the day; Lotus told me that without the voucher, then, they would not be able to see me. I went over to the internet cafe, located down the road on the same street; and, tried searching to find my voucher; of course, I found none; because Groupon sent me none! When I returned back to Lotus to explain I can't find the voucher; Lotus told me to contact Groupon for a refund. When I went back home empty handed, and, contacted Groupon; they told me they would resend me the same voucher which I must print out; then, take it to Lotus to show them so they can rebook me/or else, Lotus must give me a letter explaining they have refused to see me as proof; the which proof I must email back to Groupon to get my refund. Only when I asked Lotus to rebook/or, give me proof of having been turned down they refused to give me anything. I later on in the evening went back there to see the manager; who immediately and without any further argument gave me another appointment; also, telling me to bring along my Groupon voucher as proof.

I must confess that this incident does put me off making any further massage appointments to some degree. Certainly, I will approach the whole business much more cautiously in future.

ITEMS BROUGHT IN CAMDEN/MORNING CRESCENT

I brought 3 x balsa wood airplanes 2 small/1 large from a shop called, Hobby Stores, in Camden. At the bottom of the same road as Lotus Health And Beauty.

I also went and visited Sports Direct in Morning Crescent; where I brought...

1 x sweat head band

2 x sweat arm bands

1 x Lonsdale plastic bag

1 x Lonsdale boxing briefs with built-in guard pouch

HINDE ST METHODIST CHURCH/POSSIBLE GA MEETING? ANSWER: NO

After leaving Camden; I decided to go over to Hinde St Methodist Church to attend a GA meeting; but, I could not remember which time/day? When I got there I was informed there was no meetings going on during that particular evening.

141 CLEVELAND ST/ALL SAINTS CLUBHOUSE/POSSIBLE GA MEETING? ANSWER: NO

My next stop was to go and visit Cleveland St, All Saints Clubhouse, to see if there was any GA meeting going on there; but, again, there was none. Thus, I decided to ride back home.

My bike seems to have developed a puncture somewhere; or else, it might just be that the tyres need pumping up; so, I decided to go and visit Halfords store tomorrow, p0ssibly, to get my tyres pumped up for free. Otherwise, if there is a puncture then I will need to pay for it; and, frankly, I'm broke!

I came in eventually somewhere around 11 PM.

London Zoo/3 x different types of massage

TRIP TO CAMDEN MASSAGE PARLOUR ENDED IN FAILURE

Today, I rode my bike through Regents Park, past London Zoo, then, over to Camden Town, 97 Parkway; where there is a massage parlour. I had brought a Groupon discount voucher which allowed me to have massage for 1 hour long. Only when I got there the receptionist said I must show proof of having the voucher. The trouble there was Groupon never sent me any voucher through email! Instead, when I phoned Groupon to report not having received the voucher, yet; they told me that sometimes email doesn't work; but, not to worry, as they will give me a code to go and book it over the phone; which is exactly what I did. Only, as I've already said, the receptionist asked me for proof of showing her my voucher; I went to and internet cafe to see if I could find it by checking my emails; but, of course, it wasn't there. In the end I returned back to the massage parlour; and, explained I would contact Groupon to give me a refund.

TRIP TO LONDON ZOO/ZSL LIBRARY

I decided before doing anything else to go and visit London Zoo; because it's so near; and, furthermore, I've already brought just last month a yearly visitors pass which allows me to get in FREE for a whole year. I visited the Reptile House/the Aquarium/the Bug House/the Butterfly House/the Monkey House/The Zoo House/I saw both a male & female lion/as well as, 2 tigers/some Ant eaters/Vultures/-etc.

When I left London Zoo, somewhere around 3:30 PM, by taking an exit where it just wasn't possible to climb back in, again. So, I decided to go and visit the ZSL/Zoological Society Library. My ZSL pass allows me to get in there FREE. I stayed there for around 1/2 an hour or so checking out some of the books they have; as well as, like all modern day libraries they have videos/dvd's/-etc. Only their items are not for borrowing/or, taking away. I think I left both London Zoo/and, the ZSL Library at around 4 PM.

141 CLEVELAND STREET/ALL SAINTS CLUBHOUSE

I rode my bike through Regents Park up to Great Portland Street tube station. Stopping when I reached 141 Cleveland Street/All Saint's Clubhouse. I tried going in, and, asking what was the time; but, they told me it's still very early, somewhere around 4:30PM. Too early for GA/Gamblers Anonymous meetings which start at 7PM(beginners)/or, 8PM(experienced).

I went across the road and brought from the Brazillian Tea shop a coffee for £0.99p, and, a coconut cake for £1.50; which I proceeded to drink on the streets. I also went and visited a Tavern Pub nearby; and, asked them the prices of their food/drink; but, didn't actually buy anything; apart from a Poppy for which I paid only a few pence(5p+1p spare change).

I VISITED 3 X DIFFERENT MASSAGE PARLOURS ALL IN ONE SAME NIGHT

I can't remember exactly what the street name of the first Massage Parlour was called; but, I know it is found at the end of Cleveland Street. I paid them £30.00 to do a mixture of deep massage/and, sports massage for 1/2 an hour long. The lady who treated me was Thai.

I came out there and went along to Be Health on Dean Street; where I also had brought a Groupon voucher to do both Accupuncture/Cup Massage. I was told they can't do it, now, today; so, I booked it for Wednesday 1PM, instead. At the same time, I paid £10 to have a chair massage done for 15 minutes long. The lady who treated me was Chinese.

My next stop was somewhere in the middle of Soho where I paid a further £30.00 to do a 1/2 hour massage. The lady who treated me was Chinese.

So, in all today, I spend £70.00 on doing just massage; and, this is my first taste of massage ever.

I can't say I was totally delighted with it. But, I did enjoy female hands massaging my body; note, they do only your back; and, not your front; even though the type of massage I ordered was hard; so it was, sometimes, rather painful!

Finally, I decided to return home; before I went and spent anymore money on getting further massages being done. I reached home somewhere around 12 midnight.

WENT TO FITNESS FIRST ON TOTTENHAM COURT ROAD

Paid £5 to take part in a group based exercise session. We used Kettlebells/ropes/and, 2 different variety of weights. Frankly, I was not very good at it. So, I don't think I will ever try doing that, again. But, the lesson said to me that if you have money then it's possible to train for every single evening; simply, by searching around to find proper training places.