As I guessed there have been troubles since DataFlame switched my sites to a new server. The main problem seems to be that my cron jobs aren’t running. The cron job is used to generate the half hourly versions of LibDemBlogs, so if it hasn’t updated for a while it’s because I’ve not manually poked it.
I’ve also modified the code slightly so that it only shows posts that were posted before now. This means that “future” posts are ignored. If you find these are your, please make sure that you date settings are set to either GMT or BST.
Advance Warning
My webhosts DataFlame are moving my server.
This means that DNS setting may end up pointing to old information and possible nothingness.
I’m trying to keep any eye on it, and hopefully I’ll have no downtime. However it may be possible that LibDemBlogs and my Blog may disappear tonight or tomorrow.
Artesea :: Portal
My main portal site has been recoded, whilst users shouldn’t notice much difference from before, where possible I’ve replaced tables with divs and also tried to ensure that it’s HTML valid.
The West Wing
The new season (7) of the West Wing began on Sunday in America, and having just watched the latest episode it’s great.
Was rather worried about the spoiler beginning, but in the end it doesn’t give too much away.
Looking forward to the next 21 episodes and discovering who will be the next President of the United States.
Two seasides and a wedding
Having spent the week in Blackpool, me and Heather shot straight to Presthaven Sands in Prestatyn, North Wales to meet my brother. We spent Thursday and Friday there. The sand dunes were lovely and it was a chance to catch up with our sleep. We also managed a trip to Chester.
Then on Saturday morning we headed of to my Mum’s with Luke in the car, to go to Matt and Jane’s wedding in Dunstable and the reception at Whipsnade Zoo.
Finally on Sunday afternoon we drove back to Lincoln. All in all, we spent a week driving just under 700 miles. Luckily for both of us we’re insured on each others cars.
I am an Anorak
The BBC today called me an anorak, of this I am proud.
It at least shows that they are either reading my blog, or more likely my LibDemBlog site.
To answer their questions
One internet blog from a conference visitor – if not a windup – details the excitement he experienced driving to conference.
Nope it’s not a windup, if the journalist wants to follow my progress, top right of this page shows how far I’ve got, alternatively my CNPS tracker site will help.
How on earth can Charles Kennedy compete with that once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Hopefully it won’t be a once-in-a-lifetime moment, as I’ll beat that “record” before I finish.
As for Charles, I’m sure the birth of baby Douglas would easily compete.
Thanks to Will for the tip-off. Just a shame the BBC didn’t link to me!
The ups and downs of politics
A story about the leadership, policy or fringes?
Nope, the best freebie so far. Blackpool Pleasure Beach, courtesy of Meridan TV.
With nothing for them to film at Conference, they opted for soundbites from young people whilst going on themepark rides.
First was the Pepsi Max Big One which we needed to go on twice in a row for the cameras. Next was a ride called Spin Doctor, not sure why they wanted for us to go on it, but I was the only one brave enough. Finally there was the dogems, which are always fun.
After the cameras left, we were free to go on the rest of the rides and with it being out of season we had no queus.
In theory we’ll be on TV Sunday lunch time, so if you live on the south coast, or know how to manually tune in your Sky box, you might get to see me having fun.
Conference Number Plate Spotting
I’m at conference, so what’s my first post about? Number plates!
This Saturday on the way across the country I managed to spot consecutively number plates 282, 283, 284, 285, 286, 287 and 288 a consecutive record for myself. The only problem was that I failed to find 281 first 🙁
Picture of the Week
Thanks to the BBC for this one.
focusFodder 2
Further to James comment, I’ve now opened a shop with SpreadShirt who provide goods in the UK.
They have a larger range of nicer T-Shirts, however not all designs work with them. Most orders should be dispached within 2 days, so order now and they should arrive before conference.