B is for Bazinga and Big Bang

I had never heard of the word ‘Bazinga’ until I watched the Big Bang Theory.  I just love this show and I especially love Dr. Sheldon Cooper who uses this phrase (that might be because he shares quite a few characteristics with #2son).

The show is about a group of nerdy scientists, a beautiful ‘normal’ blond love interest and the fun that is geekdom.  There are comics, and xboxes and impossible equations and dreams of getting a real life date.

I taught Tabitha to say ‘Bazinga’ and she potters around the place shouting it out when the mood takes her.  It just adds to the chaos ;-)

I often think about the Big Bang Theory, not the show, but the whole creation of the Universe.  How did it all begin?  Why? Who’s got it right? And do those chaps at CERN really think they can meddle in such affairs without blowing everything up?  That’s probably the biggest mystery of all.

Visit ABC Wednesday to read more ‘B’ things!

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Interview with REAL Ghost Hunters

As you probably know if you’ve been following my blog I do enjoy a good ghost story and I’m always on the lookout to visit haunted locations.  Just recently I had the opportunity to interview Steve from a local paranormal investigations group, Shadow Seekers.  He very kindly answered my all my questions on ‘real’ ghost hunters!  Cheers Tina & Steve!!

Tell me what prompted Shadow Seekers to come into existence?

We have all had strange things happen to us over the years that we could not explain, so we decided to look into it further, in the hope of getting some answers but there is still so much that we are learning each time we do an investigation.

How do you approach your investigations? Are you seekers looking for proof, skeptics looking to debunk or somewhere in the middle?

In the middle really, we have our sceptics and believers. We always approach an investigation with an open mind, and try not to jump to conclusions.

From what I understand the nature of paranormal investigation is to find proof. Do you extend your investigation to exorcism/blessings if it’s requested or is that an area which you prefer not to get involved?

We prefer not to get involved in that area as we don’t feel comfortable with exorcisms etc, as we are mainly just looking for proof.

Has the popularity of TV shows such as  Ghost Hunters and Most Haunted given credibility to your job as an investigator or do you feel they sensationalise the work you do?

Programs like Most Haunted etc have made what we do more difficult because people expect us to run around like headless chickens and find ghosts everywhere, but that’s not how it goes.

What’s your typical investigation? How long does it last?

Typical investigation lasts around 8 – 9 hours. We hold hold vigils in various areas of the location, and do experiments, we also set up cameras and do EVP work, but..there is a lot of tedious sitting around waiting for something to happen, but its worth it even if we only get one thing happen.

What’s been, to date, the most memorable investigation you’ve been on?

One of the most memorable was at the Ancient Ram Inn (read report in the reports section on our site, it was such a strange night!).

Have you ever been scared on an investigation – and if so share the details!

We have never really been scared, but sometimes you can get quite unnerved by certain ares of a place.

What evidence have you captured so far?

We have numerous fascinating EVPs (Priddy’s Hard scream on audio section of our site, to mention just one), and several interesting videos (ie Sue at Wymering Manor, on our site too).


I noticed you use a lot of electrical equipment. Do you also use non electrical, more mystical means to detect the presence of the supernatural?

Yes we do.   Sue our main sensitive and Victoria are very good at sensing things that turn out to be correct. They also use dowsing rods and pendulums. We always know that something or someone is about as Sue’s nose starts to twitch (as she calls it) and she’s always right.

If so, what’s the more reliable? And do the two corroborate each other?

They can work well together, but the most effective is the sensing because its like using a bloodhound to take you to the correct areas.

Regarding EVPs what’s the best message received to date?

We have not had messages as such, but have have had names said after asking, and answers to our questions. The best one to date is still the scream at Priddy’s Hard Explosion Museum.

If there’s one place you could do an investigation where would it be and why?

We all feel very privileged to have investigated all of the places that we have been to, we would like to do more theatres as they can be very interesting.

What words of advice can you give to reader who would like to get involved in paranormal investigations?

We would advise anyone who is interested in becoming a paranormal investigator to keep an open mind as so many things can be explained. Please respect the places that you visit. We have seen the mess that some groups leave behind. Go out with a camera , take photos of places. Always ask permission if necessary. Join a respected group, and enjoy it.

And finally, where can readers find more about Shadow Seekers?

If anyone would like to find out more about our group you can find us at shadowseekersgg.co.uk

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Full Moon – 26th July 2010

She played peek-a-boo with me

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July Full Moon Wishes

The full moon in July is known as the Hay Moon but you may also know it as wort moon, blessing moon, buck moon, thunder moon, fallow moon and moon of claiming. The energy of the full moon tonight is preparation, success and divination.

I made 3 wishes last month and only achieved 1 of them (but I’m having a blast with all my new Facebook friends lol).  So tonight I’m making 3 new wishes/goals for the lunar month ahead:

  1. Preparation – I’m going to plan our trip to Yorkshire and book an extra night away rather than leave everything last minute.
  2. Success – Put up 5 items on Etsy which are sitting in my craft box and I haven’t had time to post them for sale.
  3. Divination – to do a Tarot reading for me!
    There’s one in the book which accompanies the Robin Wood deck that I’ve been saying I want to do for years now.  I’ve put it off because it’s huge!

What are your 3 wishes for the forthcoming lunar month?  Leave a comment and let me know!  Let’s see what goals the Goddess helps us achieve :-)

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Mirror, Mirror On The Wall

Yesterday morning, the first day of school holidays, I was already hearing the cries of ‘Mum, I’m bored’.  But by the afternoon both boys had decided to spend a few hours in the park.  As I had to go to the shops to pick up something for dinner it was music to my ears.

Food shopping with all 3 kids is the stuff nightmares are made from.  I have a shopping list to read and a trolley to push, Tabitha pulls things off the shelf, #1son is usually obnoxious and #2son wants to be helpful whilst being totally clueless about food shopping.  This happens simultaneously and causes me to slightly hyperventilate.

Getting back to my story, I didn’t have the kids so I took a few minutes to look at clothes (for ME!).  I found several summer dresses I liked and went to try them on in the changing room.

Normally I’m quite happy with who I am – not deliriously happy but content.  I can live with what I’ve got.  Oh, but yesterday I saw myself in the changing room mirror.

Usually during the day I’m so busy I might glance in the bathroom mirror once or twice.  I hardly ever wear makeup and my hair routine is strictly wash and go.  When photos are being taken, I’m the one behind the lens.  I don’t often get the chance to see all of me.  All at once.

I hate changing room mirrors.

Nothing about my reflection pleased me.  All I could do was stand and look at my flaws – hair quickly tied back, skin blotchy and body bloated.   This was with clothes on.  When I changed clothes I didn’t look.  I think I would have cried.

All body issues I have (and have ever had) were there for me to glare at in the mirror.  Usually I don’t see them.  But a changing room mirror is not there to spare your feelings. It laughs in the face of pseudo body confidence and leaves you a gibbering mess.

There may be wisdom to learn from my changing room experience like NEVER go in one ever again (or at least not when you’re PMS-ing).  Or perhaps it was a wake up call and I should put more time (i.e. any time) into my appearance.  I don’t know.

Am I alone in my hatred for changing room mirrors?  Do you like what you see when you enter the little cubicle or are you reminded of what you don’t like about yourself?  And if you’re short sighted like me, does it help if you remove your glasses before entering? ;-)

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