Lisa is off to varsity in Wellington tonight - a big milestone ! She is going to do a design degree at Massey University. We had a pleasant lunch in Ponsonby yesterday afternoon.
Monday, February 19, 2007
Cruise Ship Season
It is currently "cruise ship season" in Auckland - we recently had two of the largest ships in the world visiting in quick succession. The Sapphire Princess (in white), and the world's (2nd ?) largest cruise ship, the Queen Mary 2 on its maiden voyage. The latter was farewelled with a spectacular fireworks display, and caused traffic jams around the waterfront, with people wanting to view it. We had a grandstand seat in Parnell, viewing this from a rooftop garage at the end of our street. Apparently the Queen Mary 2 is three times the size of the Titanic.
Out on the town in Parnell
We went out for dinner on Valentine's Day to a local Indian restaurant - had a great meal, and stopped off at a cool bar on the way back home - all within easy walking distance.
Thursday, February 15, 2007
Minority Report ?
A team of neuroscientists announced a scientific breakthrough last week in the use of brain scans to discover what's on someone's mind. Researchers from the Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences, along with scientists from London and Tokyo, asked subjects to secretly decide in advance whether to add or subtract two numbers they would later be shown. Using computer algorithms and functional magnetic resonance imaging, or fMRI, the scientists were able to determine with 70 percent accuracy what the participants' intentions were, even before they were shown the numbers.
Local wannabe politician
Sometimes graffiti has a purpose - good commentary on a brash local politician, John Banks, who is featured on an 'intrepid' travel TV programme - this was advertised on a bus shelter.
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Thought for the Day
I found this painting in someone's office - a good commentary on the advertising business - indeed any business involving ideas.
Robert Fisk on Lebanon and Civil War
(Source: The Guardian) Robert Fisk writes a sobering article on why Lebanon might be headed for civil war again.
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