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Today was spent in Norwich, and I only got back at eight in the evening. A long day. And when I got back I realised I had missed a text message from a friend. He asked if I wanted to see The Hangover, at 8.45. I said yes. So the day became even longer; but it was certainly a lot of fun. I think part of what made it such an appealing and funny movie is that I see certain similarities between the characters from the film and the characters in my life. The wild night that the four friends have in Las Vegas is something to aspire to, I think, or at least there is a mentality a bit like that around here. It’s all about the memories, as they say. There is this notion that you should get smashed; that if you can’t remember your night, chances are you had a good one. But yes, it was a good film.

Earlier in the day, I had a nice surprise in the form of a large wad of tickets and coupons being posted through the door, offering discounts and special deals for what looks like pretty much everything. Free stuff is always good. I only looked at it briefly, but it looks like it allows me to buy books and dvd’s at discounted prices. Or buy Panasonic cordless phones, and save 25% if I order online – that sort of thing. It was a nice surprise, to be sure.

Now, for the rest of the day, I think I’ll just work on a little bit of graphic design stuff. I have been asked to make a new website for my American football team, because the current one looks a little on the bland side, so it’s going to be my job to try and sharpen it up. I’m thinking something simple, and to the point. Something like the Highland Telecom website, or even the god Checker website – which is a very informative site on all things myth, and well worth a look.