BantamArt

So, it's been a pretty great day today! Had to go to hospital this morning for a couple of tests, but all went smoothly and even got some special treatment from the nurses because it was my birthday. *grin* I got given a premium membership from an awesome friend, ~HuXen (https://www.deviantart.com/huxen) (his photography is great - check out his stuff if you have time) and grabbed some lunch and went shopping with my sister this afternoon. I treated myself to a new teapot and tea strainer. I must be old now - I'm actually really looking forward to using them. :) Going out this evening for food and drinks with friends and family, so that should be fun too! Art-wise, I'm

"As I stand out here in the wonders of the unknown [...], I sort of realize there's a fundamental truth to our nature. Man must explore." David Scott, Apollo 15 Exploration is something we should cherish. We may not all be astronauts, but we can all explore our intellects, our creative urges, our morals and feelings. A moment of discovery is one of pure joy. There is no comfort greater than that of knowing yourself a little better.

Sherlock is fast becoming my favourite TV series. Ever. Ever. Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman are both perfectly the cast as Sherlock and Watson, the incidental characters are all well acted and fully fleshed and the script is witty, clever and beautifully written. Looking forward to seeing Freeman play the lead in the Hobbit later this year too. These are a couple of my favourite quotes from the latest episode. If you haven't seen if yet I heartily recommend it! Mycroft Holmes: My brother has the brain of a scientist or a philosopher, yet he elects to be a detective. What might we deduce about his heart? John Watson: I don't know