http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/rss/MyTimeInHistory-Stories.xmlen-gbMy Time In History - Design Lynx Ltd - http://www.designlynx.co.ukCultureLatest user submitted stories on My Time In HistoryMy Time In HistoryTue, 09 Mar 2010 18:41:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/157/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/157/rssMy wonderful son Morgan was born at 08.20am. A truly magical experience and it was me who cried like a baby not Morgan.User StoryMon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/156/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/156/rssI was 18 years old when my cousin and myself went for a day drip to Belgium with free tickets we had got from the "SUN" newspaper offer. I believe what happened that day changed my life forever. My cousin saved my life that fateful night but the memories never go away of what I witnessed. I will always be eternally grateful for being spared that evening. I still have all the newspaper cuttings from days after the disaster and video of TV programmes made of it and of me and my cousin Nigel on a Documentary made of welsh survivors for BBC Wales. I think about that awful night a lot if I'm...User StoryMon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/155/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/155/rssWell, I am the only survivor who has experience of the bomb sites namely the underground tube train of Kings Cross/Russell Square and the London bus that blew up while I was on the mobile pone to my colleague as we worked in Tavistick Square at Lynton House. The entrance to the building was used as a triage area. I had just cine topside from the train, although injured and in pain, I managed to call my colleague ,who was heading to the same meeting I was to attend when I heard the bomb go off in the backgound / I asked him with a few profanities what the hell that was, when he screamed, as...User StorySun, 24 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/154/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/154/rssI was driving down an Interstate in Jacksonville, Florida, when a person on a motorcycle hit my car and flippping over the hood and was pushed under my car for a few seconds while I was driving about 55 miles per hour. He was speeding, not wearing a helmet, and was weaving in and out of traffic. Fifteen seconds before his exit, he whipped in front of my car to exit to my right on an interstate exit, and misjudged my car's distance and hit me. I was wrongfully charged with the accident due to the police officers not taking any statements from the people who stopped to be witnesses and...User StoryWed, 23 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/153/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/153/rssdo not remember much of the eventUser StorySat, 28 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/152/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/152/rssNot sure of the date and time of this event but I do remember Kathi being in a small rocking chair and rocking so hard backwards that she tip iver splitting her head on a water filled radiatior and she had to be taken to the hospital for stitchesUser StorySat, 28 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/151/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/151/rssNot so much the day but the events. Going to Grandma Phoebe for dinners, all sitting around the table. All homecook meals especially the lemon merigue pies which became my favorite to this day. User StorySat, 28 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/150/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/150/rssAunt Rita taught me etiquette How to tip my hat, bow and shake hands, to hold doors open for people especially ladies and overall how to be polite. Probably one of the most influential people in making me who I am today, on the good side.User StorySat, 28 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/149/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/149/rssNo memory of the day. She was born in Brooklyn.User StorySat, 28 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/148/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/148/rssBorn to Christopher P. Nolan and Eileen Nolan Grandparents Patrick (Patty) Nolan and Phoebe Nolan William Egert and Margaret Egert Do not remember much from that dayUser StorySat, 28 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/147/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/147/rssI was a school teacher when the ZX Spectrum came out. I was impressed by its style and capabilities, and I have to admit to being biased as I was also a proud owner of a ZX81. Schools were just starting to get hold of the BBC Computer made by Acorn. I was obviously a rebel at the time. I liked the idea that both could so easily allow non experts like me to write programmes using BASIC. I had been using the ZX so I already knew what the key to sinclair programming entailed. i suppose out of laziness I continued to use the familiar code. I was increasingly amazed at what it could do. I was...User StorySat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/146/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/146/rssMy girl was born this dayUser StorySat, 26 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/145/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/145/rssI was there with my son and 2 of his friends. We all love Genesis and feared that these might have been their last live performances. Hope not we really enjoyed the evening.User StoryMon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/144/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/144/rssWhen I first heard about this event- it was simply a must go....and I was not disappointed. Rick put on an extraordinary show in front of Hampton Court Palace in honour of Henry and his 6 wives. Highlights were when a full church organ was wheeled on to the stage for Rick to perform some of Jane Seymour, and a hand held synthesiser musical soloing duel with his son. Tonly disappointment was the sound-which was at times not loud enough...in particular the keyboards...would you believe!!User StoryThu, 04 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/143/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/143/rssThis was the second time I have seen Eric play at the Albert Hall- although in terms of sheer technical prowess Eric gets no where near someone like Joe Satriani who when I saw him it was just breath taking to see what he can do on a guitar....BUT for sheer feel, cool professionalism, and tone Eric still delivers...absolutely! What agreat night. Again it was interesting to compare him to Joe Bonamassa who I had seen only 2 weeks before also at the Albert Hall. Joe has ceratinly taken up Eric's mantle and for energy, fun , attitude and aggression Joe begins to win hands down-BUT again when...User StoryThu, 04 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/142/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/142/rssI tried to get tickets to this gig and was too late, or so I thought. On the day of the gig some more tickets became available on the web and so I grabbed one and made my way to The Bush Hall in London. Now I hadn't seen The Enid since seeing them at Hammersmith in the late seventies so was really excited to be able to hear that wonderful evocative music once again. I arrived early and meet up with a friend of mine who knows the band pretty. She used to be involved in helping organise gigs for them in th past. The support band was Secret Green which was headed up by Francis Liqourice the...User StoryWed, 03 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/141/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/141/rsstoday, i kept watching this guy named dalton cobb. thing is, his real name is shawn, but he prefers dalton. HE IS SOOOOOOOO CUTE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i've had a crush on him ever since i got into 7th grade. he doesn't talk to me much. i was going to put a not in his locker b/c i thought he would get it 4th hour, but mrs, palmer, my science teacher, was in the hall. so i gave it to my friend quartney and she tried giving him the note but he didn't take it!! she yelled across the bus, (since i was in the back of the school bus and she was in the front) " shelby, dalton won't take the note!!" i turn...User StoryFri, 20 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/140/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/140/rssIts a wonderful Saturday morning; 14th day of February this year; Valentine's Day. Everyone is busy doing a lot of things. Visitors keeps on arriving. Everyone seems so happy. Why? Its because, Its OUR WEDDING DAY. Yes, me and my long time partner will say "I do". I love him so much that i even made him as a topic for some of my essays. Some ask me if i am obsess with him because of the things that i am doing but i told them i am not, I just love him and proud to share things about him to other people. :D User StoryWed, 11 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/139/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/139/rssTwo attacking teams, two managers desperate to win should have made for a great game... BUT the Wembley jitters seemed to take their toll and the game seemed somewhat muted. The best chances fell to Spurs but good goalkeeping from Ben Foster kepot them out and then a last minute shot from Ronaldo hit the post and the rebound fell to Nani....as Spurs manager "Harry" said of his own player Darren Bent recently...."my wife could have stuck that in" this statement could have been equally applied to Nani!! However it was not to be, and the game proceeded to extra time and penalties. I...User StoryMon, 02 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/138/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/138/rssIn 1957 the University of Oklahoma won its 47th consecutive game--a record that has withstood the test of time through the 1998 season. A small college in Alliance, Ohio, dominated its level (NCAA III) like Oklahoma did in the 1950s. Over time, Mount Union won four championships (1993-96-97-98) leasing up to the big event in 1999. With my work as a college football stathistorian/resarcher I have been fortunate to have attended a number of big games—but none bigger than the one I saw Oct. 16, 1999. Making the 8 hour trip from my home in Indiana to Northeast Ohio was...User StorySat, 28 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/137/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/137/rssUnlike the rest of the world it seems I was in work during those few days. My office is only the other end of the town and despite the walk being a very hazordous at times I just felt it I had to be there....what a hero I hear you cry...but then it is my business! It did seem a bit cruel though to hear about all those millions of adults reliving their childhoods by building snowmen and chucking snowballs at each other while I was stuck in the office with no one to talk to and on the first day not even a phone call!!! Anyway it was still nice to see the snow as it has a way of making...User StoryTue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/136/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/136/rssIt always amazes me that as soon as the UK gets the slightest bit of bad weather the whole country grinds to a halt, and everyone goes on a mad panic buying spree as if the UK is closing down for months. Well, the council has a weeks notice to get everything ready, I live on a bus route and because the council failed completely to grit the roads there were no buses all day and the roads were 6 inches deep in snow and ice. The M25 was closed just about everywhere, and so after watching the reports in the morning, I had to resign to the fact that it would be easier and safer to work from...User StoryTue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/133/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/133/rssMy wife very kindly bought me a couple of tickets for the Mighty Boosh on the 18th (second night). I had never been to the O2 Arena before - what a great place and venue. We had excellent seats and really enjoyed the show. It really lived up to expectations and the second half, which was dedicated to Howard Moons drama about a post apocalyptic world where he was the only survivor (until Vince took over that was) was a right laugh. If you ever get a chance to see them live it's well worth it.User StoryFri, 19 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/132/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/132/rssWith the bitter winter winds blowing through the highstreet, the Dickensian Christmas Festival began in Rochester. Every inch of the highstreet was taken back in time. The Strood end of the town was set up for the brass band and the poor traveller's children who sing christmas carols, the middle of the town was covered in snow, obviously not real snow but very effective never-the-less, the far end of the town was where you could find most of the characters from Charles Dickens novels in all their costumes. However, some of the more interesting events are to be found off the highstreet...User StorySat, 06 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/131/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/131/rssI usually end up having to search all my local game stores in a desperate hope of finding the much coverted and particularly rare Collector's Edition (at least they seem rare in the UK). I've been playing (in a casual sense) World of Warcraft for over 2 years now and still find it is holding my attention. I haven't even scratched the surface of the previous expansion yet, let alone started the Lich King expansion. The whole game keeps going from strength to strength, graphically improvements and modifications are keeping the game up-to-date and fresh. I think the way that WoW manages...User StoryMon, 01 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/130/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/130/rssI was fortunate enough to be involved in the fringe this year. I was taking part in a new play written and directed by Mark O'Connor. The story was based on two people (Mala and Edek) who meet in Auchwitz and fell in love. We performed it at the Underbelly and it was a great experience and well recieved (4 stars in the Scotsman). The whole atmosphere of the fringe just has to be experienced as it offers such a great variety of drama, comedy, music and art. Everywhere you go there is something going on and the street theatre is excellent. Every day we (the cast and crew) had to walk the...User StoryFri, 31 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/129/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/129/rssWhen we heard that Elton John was holding a concert in our small village in Byfleet we couldn't believe it. It wasn't often that a big superstar like him played here - in fact never had anyone played here before! It was being held at the new Mercedes Benz World, which is basically a glorified car show room with a test track. A specially constructed arena was put up outside for the event. Perfect for a glorious sunny Friday evening. When the day arrived - the weather was far from that. We had torrential down pours, the skies blackened and the ground was muddy and very wet. This was far...User StoryThu, 23 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/128/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/128/rssHaving seen a few of Bill Bailey's DVD's I was straight on the pre-order list when I heard he was doing his new show at The Royal Albert Hall (great venue). I managed to get 4 excellent tickets and took the wife and a couple of good friends along. It was a great night and Bailey's original and clever humour mixed with the fantastic sounds of a 72 piece orchestra was something not to miss. Highlights for me had to be the 4 man Swiss bell ringing section, the now legendary Insect Nation, which went to another level with an orchestra joining in, and the encore which was a tribute to prog...User StoryFri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/126/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/126/rssGreat gig! Rick you'll be in our memories and our hearts forever... This was a truly excellent gig and it is possible to get recordings somewhere on the net (I forget where, sorry). The highlight for me was one of the strongest, most cohesive and greatest performances of the Wish You Were Here album ever. Jez User StoryMon, 13 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/123/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/123/rssI was lucky enough to be invinted to this great party. The garden was totally transformed and covered by a huge marquee that was like stepping inside a Tardis. 160 people 4 bands, disco, plenty of drinkies, hog roast and a right laugh. Definately one of (if not the best) party I have ever been to. Happy 50th Jac.....can't wait for the 100th!!! User StoryMon, 13 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/121/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/121/rssThis was the 3rd Sunflower Jam to raise money for the Sam Buxton Sunflower Healing Trust- and what a night. Every year Jackie Paice and her husband Ian Paice along with friends work tirelessly to pull of a great night. This year Ian managed to get all of the Purple team in London for the night and they played a great set with the aid of the elder statesman Jon Lord. Poor old Ian Gillain had terrible flu and could hardly sing...but enter Bruce Dickinson of Iron Maiden to help out! Where else could you see this line up in a party mood with friends and family....awesome Hosted by...User StoryThu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/119/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/119/rssI honestly think I didn't even bother to vote. Stupid really but like most sensible people at the time I was a bit feed up by then (with the whole of politics) and thought what difference will it make......still she didn't stay in much longer (Hurrah!).......but then we got John (the grey) Major.....!! I probably should have voted for Kinnock....but then again...User StoryTue, 16 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/118/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/118/rssWednesday 9:40am September 10th 2008 As the TV, Radio, papers etc forecast the possibility of the end of the world due to the Hadron Collider firing up and forcing collisions between protons, I sat at my desk at work waiting for the sky to go black and for my world to be swallowed up by a giant sucking Black Hole!.............but thankfully it hasn't happened (well at least not yet)....apparently it's going better than expected I quote: 0940am (BST) FROM Deborah Cohen, BBC Radio Science, in central control room:- Claire Timlin has just arrived in the CCC having hot footed it from CMS....User StoryWed, 10 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/117/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/117/rssI just happened to be on holiday in Washington DC during Memorial Day back in 2007 and I remember visiting Arlington Cemetery on the actual day. It was packed with hundreds and hundreds of people, and they were all awaiting the arrival of the President. Apparently there is a huge list of people each year trying to get a slot to visit the cemetery and hear the President speak. The tour I was with ensured that we had left before the cemetery got any busier.User StoryWed, 10 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/116/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/116/rssI remember this concert all to well. I had seen Genesis on 2 previous occasions (once at Earl's Court in 1977 and again in 1978 at Knebworth). I was not really impressed with 'And Then There Were Three' which was the first album after Steve Hackett left and was interested to see what the next album was like. Now although Duke had that very Collinsy pop type feel in places it was a great album (so I think anyway) and that was why I choose to go and see them again and see how it sounded live. They had the usual line up which included the 2 regular stand ins Chester Thompson and Daryl Stuermer...User StoryTue, 09 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/114/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/114/rssCeline was fantastic. Great show.User StorySun, 07 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/112/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/112/rssMy partner Sue treated me to tickets to see Kylie at Wembley Arena in 2006/7 for her first concert in Britain since her cancer. It was New Years' eve. When she came on the crowd couldn't stop showing their delight that she was well and was back. She was visibly moved. It was clear, tho', that she was still not 100%. This concert at The 02 was fantastic and Kylie was absolutely 100% and more! There was a mix of tracks from X and her last album and ofcourse a few oldies. (Sadly, no Better The Devil) The great thing about Kylie is she's so relaxed, unpretentious, almost like one of your...User StoryWed, 13 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/111/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/111/rssI was asleep when the earthquake came to us, and it didn't wake me up, but I did have a dream that night that I was in an earthquake. User StoryTue, 29 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/110/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/110/rssI went with my wife and some friends and their kids back in 2004 (I think). I must say I was pretty impressed with the Eden Project. I had expected it to be good but until you go you just don't appreciate the environments that they have created under the huge bio-domes. I think my favourite one had to be the tropical one as it really did capture the essence of a tropical rain forest...hot, humid and full of variety. Also worth a mention is the Mediterranean section which was really well laid out and definitely worth a visit in its own right. As well as the domes there is plenty to see and do...User StoryTue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/107/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/107/rssThe 10th IOW Music festival was yet again a great event, well organised, great music (well for the most part!) and great atmosphere helped by good weather again (note you Glastonbury goers!!) However the organised John Giddings made a HUGE mistake in booking both Iggy pop and the Sex Pistols on Saturday...sure I suppose we have to recognise the punk has a part in musical history but to have both Iggy and the Sex Pistols on the Saturday night meant there was a real derth of good music that night....so much so that the Sugarbabes were a sell out in the alternative tent.... a sign Mr Gidding's...User StoryMon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/106/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/106/rssWe emigrated to Sydney in 1961 and we were about 3 miles from Lane Cove and spent our weekends down there. Our only other great thrill at the time was Taronga Zoo or the fun fair in Sydney except of course Bondi Beach now and again, so surprise, surprise. Seeing a pop concert was something else, especially when it starred three little known english boys the same age as ourselves. A fantastic day.User StoryTue, 10 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/105/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/105/rssQuite a claim I know ...but I cannot believe anyone could deliver a better, more flawless, more controlled, more emotion filled array of guitaring ever!! It was a privildege to be there and despite my rubbish photo the music was crystal clear and quite superb....thanks Joe...come back soon!User StoryMon, 26 May 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/104/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/104/rssI have never seen Stanley Clarke before ...But what a performance. It was easy to see why he was one of the pioneers of the modern bass guitar playing. he had a great , young band who seemed to bring him to life. His double bass playing was nothing but astounding. A great night I think I witnessed one of those unique eveningsUser StorySat, 24 May 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/103/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/103/rssAfter seeing Satriani a couple of years ago in G3 at the Albert Hall, I was expecting a pretty good night out. The evening started with the obligatory 2 pints of larger and a hot dog in the foyer. We had pretty good seats in the centre of the circle (the Apollo has pretty good sight lines wherever you sit). The support was guitarist Paul Gilbert who while being an amazingly accomplished guitarist, after the first couple of numbers it got a bit samey so ones focus tended to wander and thumb twiddling ensued. Don't get me wrong his whole band were excellent musicians it's just that half an...User StoryFri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/101/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/101/rssAh yes, I remember this gig well. I went on the Saturday night with a friend and was not disappointed. Peter Gabriel is one of those artist that seems to transcend time and if anything gets better as he gets older. He commanded the stage well which was amazing with it's huge revolve and drum kit which came up through the floor and the amazing globe towards the end of the set. The musicians were of course top class and I never fail to marvel at the brilliance of Tony Levin on bass and stick!. PG's daughter also made an appearance as she accompanied on keyboards and vocals, particularly on...User StoryTue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/100/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/100/rssYes, I made it !!! I am very pleased to have completed the 26 miles 385 yards of the 2008 London Marathon in a time of 3 hours 48 minutes. This is the first time I have run that distance, and I was aiming for a finishing time of between 4 and a half and 4 hours. For any doubters and in case I forget, I can confirm that it was hard work, especially from mile 23 to 25 when it seemed as though my legs would barely move and it felt as though I was going backwards due to the number of runners passing me as I made my way along the Embankment. However, I kept running and picked up speed again...User StoryTue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/99/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/99/rssWhat a great gig this was. I can't remember which night I went but it was certainly one of the best gigs I went to and the sound was great, but then I guess it had to be if it was being recorded for prosperity. The Hammersmith Odeon (as was) has always been a favourite venue of mine as the sightlines and acoustics are generally good wherever you are seated. I went with a few friends of mine and (as mentioned in my claim to fame) I was really annoying because between numbers I would blow a football whistle which I just happened to have in my pocket......how annoying I must have been...but it...User StoryMon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/98/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/98/rssWow!....I remember this day all to well. I was ill in bed at the time (flu) and watched the whole thing in black and white on an old telly I had in my bedroom. There was nothing much on TV during the day in those days so this was a bit of a bonus. I remember various commentators and historians enthusing about the various murky, blurry and abstract images that were being broadcast back from the salvage vessel. It wasn't until the remains of The Mary Rose broke the surface that you could really make out what all the fuss was about. I have seen it since in it's current location in Portsmouth,...User StoryFri, 04 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/97/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/97/rssJust recently bought myself one of these beauties. It was a difficult choice between XBox 360 and the PS3 and I had been reviewing both for months, but then with the death of HD-DVD my choice had been made. I want to get a Hi Def player and BluRay was now the only option. I had read that some BluRay players weren't going to be upgradable to the newest BD Live (Profile 2), but the PS3 was. So I bought a PS3. After a quick change of Hard drive from the built in 40Gb to a nice and respectful 250Gb (installed myself) I was good to go. The machine looks amazing in all aspects, the actual...User StoryWed, 02 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/96/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/96/rssHaving never seen Asia and only really listened to a bit of their stuff I was looking forward to this gig, especially as it was the original line up of John Wetton, Steve Howe, Carl Palmer and Geoffrey Downes. We managed to park almost right outside the venue which was a good start. We went straight to the bar (like you do) and met up with some friends who we hadn't expected to be there. It's a great venue, not huge and the stalls area is standing only. If you try to sit anywhere (steps, platforms etc) you are immediately told to shift yourself - we'll have no sitting here! Anyway Asia...User StoryMon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/95/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/95/rssAh, happy days. The ZX Spectrum Rubber Keyboard was the first home computer I had and I loved it. It was the computer that introduced me to computer programming and I guess helped me on my path towards my career today (Website Programmer). I even bought a 3.5 inch disk drive addon called Opus Discovery which allowed me to get rid of the need of tapes for games and programming projects. One of the greatest magazines I remember getting for the ZX Spectrum was called 16/48, the magazine had a cassette on the front and featured all sorts of games, utilities. The second most influential...User StoryThu, 13 Mar 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/94/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/94/rssAs a part of a summer holiday I stayed in a Cornish holiday park with my Parents for a week. During that time we visited the Eden Project; in fact it was the main reason I went on the holiday with my folks. My Parents weren't overly keen on the idea of spending a day at a giant garden centre but we went anyway. After going through the entrance building you step out onto the main walkway that leads down through the beautifully layed out valley teaming with all sorts of UK plants. All the time getting ever closer to the incredible bio-domes in the distance. The Bio-Domes themselves are...User StoryTue, 11 Mar 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/93/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/93/rssIam going to write about my family history events here. Some will be from an old newpaper that I went through last few months of 2007.User StoryTue, 11 Mar 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/92/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/92/rssMy husband Clive and I plus 3 of our children were on holiday in Turkey during the eclipse which I had totally forgot about. Being August it was really hot, hotter than we had ever experienced and we lived almost on the equator for 2 years. On this day we were all lazing around the pool and I went back to the apartment for something...can't remeber what but when I came out the temperature had dropped a few degrees and there was a dim effect to the sky. I looked over to where Clive was with the children to find he was surrounded by the residents of the apartment block who were looking at his...User StoryFri, 29 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/91/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/91/rssThis was one of the most memorable days ever, probably because it was the first real live music concert I had been to. I am refusing to count the Cliff Richard concert I went to with my Mum and the Tangerine Dream concert that my boyfriend at the time took me to...what was that all about??? Too strange for me!! The journey to Knebworth was epic, there was no M25 in those days so it seemed to take forever. Then the exhaust went, Jenny suggested we used a pair of tights to repair the thing but as this was not the fan belt and it was the middle of the summer and the girls were in concert dress...User StoryThu, 28 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/90/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/90/rssHaving seen Spurs dispatch Arsenal 5-1 in the semis, I was hopeful that Spurs could pull this off. When Drogba slotted home his free kick I thought to myself "here we go again", but Spurs normally get a goal even if they don't win!. And sure enough Berbatov took a very slick penalty and kept Spurs alive. As the entered extra time I had a feeling that actually Spurs were looking the better team and Ramos's fitness regime was paying off. Great JOY as Woodgate headed (OK used his face) to bundle the ball into the back of Petr Chek's net. A few tense moments ensued and plenty of yellow cards...User StoryMon, 25 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/89/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/89/rssBeing a drummer (well I think so anyway) I was a bit sceptical about going to this guitar fest...anyway a friend of mine bought the ticket and I really like the venue anyway so off I went. We arrived had a beer and went into the auditorium as apparently it had already started although a lot of people were still milling around drinking and chatting etc. We found our seats and heard what I can only describe as some sort of distorted whale song going on. Just to left of the stage you just about make out Robert Fripp who was holding sustained notes on his guitar for what seemed like an...User StorySat, 16 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/88/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/88/rssI remember being so gutted that England were knocked out by Portugal during the Quater Final clash with the host nation. After extra time and 2 all it was that nail bitting time again - a strong sense of déjà vu, the only thing missing this time around was the Germans. And of course earlier in the game there was Sol Campbell's disallowed goal (see You Tube video below).......robbed!!! We showed it on the big screen at our church with free hot dogs and plenty of pastoral support (much needed). It was great fun while it lasted - shame about the outcome...penalties AGAIN! Still at least...User StoryThu, 14 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/87/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/87/rssI had just finished doing a play called The Long, the Short and the Tall where I played a British Army sergeant. During the play there was a scene where I had to clean a machine gun and had various props (knife, belt, bullets etc) on the table in front of me. The bullets were to all intents real except they had no powder in them and no detonator as they had been made up by my father who made his own ammunition for when he went shooting at his rifle club. Anyway at the end of the production I put the bullets wrapped in a cloth into the front pocket of my bag and took them home. A few months...User StorySat, 09 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/86/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/86/rssKnebwoth 1978 was my first time ... to go to a festival. It was great I went with a friend on his motorbike! had a great seat ...er well patch of grass. Does my memory serve me badly but weren't Kiss a headline act too? I seem to remember they were rubbish!User StoryFri, 08 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/85/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/85/rssI had always wanted to go to New Zealand and when my sister suggested going out there for a month I jumped at the chance. We also decided to take my father along as hi had just turned 60 and we thought it would be a great present. After the long haul flight and sleeping off me started our adventure. We left Christchurch and headed for Queenstown where there are loads of things to experience. When we got there we booked into a motel and sorted out booking the various things we wanted to do. These included white water rafting, hiring a private plane to take us into Milton Sound (this was the...User StoryTue, 05 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/82/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/82/rssIt was a great pleasure to head up to Old Trafford to see Man Utd beat Spurs. However if there was ever a case of the sign of a good team being that they can play badly and still win...Man U must be a GREAT team. Ronaldo scored twice but was rubbish and Rooney looked totally fed up by the end of the game. Spurs lacked any real ambition in the second half and the handball incident which led to the Ronaldo penalty was unlucky but signalled the end for Spurs. I though I had taken a great picture of the 3:1 scoreboard...But hasn't come out very well!User StoryMon, 28 Jan 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/81/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/81/rssAt last! - it had to happen eventually I guess but to see Spurs completely outplay Arsenal and make their way to the Cup final was so worth waiting for. I wasn't at the match but as an avid Spurs fan was glued to the telly for this extremely exciting match. Even my dog was cheering! User StoryWed, 23 Jan 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/80/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/80/rssHow the world has changed from Jan. 1928 through todayUser StoryTue, 22 Jan 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/79/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/79/rssI can remember joining in with the celebrations for the last jubilee (see my other stories) so had some preconceptions about this one. Would it be as much fun? We live in a small cul-de-sac in Dorking called Overdale which has around 40 houses and a mixture of families with kids, singles, couples etc. There had been a bit of planning leading up to the day so most people had an idea of what was going to happen and what to provide in the way of food etc. Our job (my wife Debs and I) was provide a PA system for music and entertainments later on in the evening. We set the system up in our front...User StoryFri, 18 Jan 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/78/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/78/rssIt would be great to hear from someone who was at the Brunel gig...The first ever "proper" Genesis gig ...Or was it? Do you know something different?User StoryFri, 11 Jan 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/77/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/77/rssBack in 1979 I was really into most kinds of progressive rock and so when I first heard The Enid I was hooked. I was introduced to their music by my girlfriend at the time (Hils) and she had connections to some of the members of the band and her cousin used to roadie and play a bit at some of their gigs. Anyway I had seen them once before at the Reading Festival in 1977 and was keen to see them again doing a bigger set. Hammersmith Odeon (now London Astoria) has always been one of my favourite venues so when I found out they were playing there I jumped at the chance (I was also offered a...User StoryThu, 10 Jan 2008 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/76/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/76/rssI have been a Status Quo fan since they hardened their sound in the early 1970s – their performances are always ‘full on’ and this was no exception – really awesome atmosphere and a great evenings entertainmentUser StoryMon, 24 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/75/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/75/rssAh the Rubik's Cube. I remember getting one as I was determined to beat my friend in a race to see who could complete it first. He was pretty good at it and actually showed me a lot of the solutions. To improve the speed at which I could solve the puzzle I decided to "pimp my cube" by taking it apart and covering all the inner workings with silicon grease. This made rotating the cubes various sides silky smooth and would knock a few seconds off my times. Anyway despite my best efforts and enhancements I never did manage to beat my friend (Hugh Wallis by the way). Ah well fond memories...User StoryWed, 19 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/74/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/74/rssWell I read the papers , and I heard all the interviews ... an amazing night!! But then I had a phone call from a friend who was a guest of Keith Emerson (who played!) and Harvey Goldsmith ( who was the promoter!) said and I quote...." It was a big disappointment the sound was crap" So is there anyone else out there who's got a view...let's be having you?User StoryTue, 18 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/73/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/73/rssThe gig of a lifetime, rock heroes carry all before them, and I was there! But did the Ahmet Ertegun benefit gig live up to the hype? The truth is there was good and bad. The lead up with support acts ranging from Albert Lee (still going, still brilliant) to Paolo Nutini did more than get the crowd in the mood, despite the disappointment of no Pete Townsend. Bill Wyman held a powerful band together as heroes of today and yesterday reminded us why they achieved that status. Paul Rodgers belted out ‘It’s all right now’ and it certainly was. And then. Led Zeppelin. Rocking like...User StoryMon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/72/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/72/rssWe got tickets to see Talking Heads on their 1977 tour playing at a pretty basic pub in Croydon, South London, 'The Greyhound'. We were in the bar having a drink while the support act were on and almost suddenly realised that they were very different and extremely good. As budding guitarists we were struck by the style and dexterity of the lead player, who also sang. We went into the hall and watched this guy and his fingers fly over the fretboard. David Byrne of Talking Heads came on and thanked them for their set. It was a very young, fledging and flipping excellent Dire Straits,...User StoryFri, 14 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/70/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/70/rssI'm sure just about everyone has at some time sat down and tried to solve a rubik's cube with little or no luck. I remember sitting down for hours pain stakingly trying to solve the puzzle only to get to a point where the excellent progress is ruined by a side that just won't move into the right place. In the end (and I'm sure eveyone has done this as well) you just take off all the stickers and place them back in the correct places.User StoryFri, 14 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/67/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/67/rssThe Roswell incident is one those events that is shrouded in conspiracy theories, and you can easily see why just by reading through the reports. At one point the army official states a flying saucer crashed, only to retract it moments later saying it was actually a weather balloon. Way to fishy. And there have been dozens of other reports from the town's folk of Roswell who were present at the crash site whilst it was being covered up. Although I wasn't born until 30 years after the 'incident' I still believe that it is one of the most important questions that still hasn't been...User StoryThu, 13 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/65/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/65/rssIn 1991/2 my friend and I went travelling around the world. One of my most memorable events was waking up in the middle of the night in order to climb Mount Bromo in Java in time for the sunrise. Thought my leg muscles were going to explode at one point but effort was totally worth it, so tranquil! We took one of the hired donkeys back! Would love to hear if anyone else has done this. No doubt commercialism has caught up with Indonesia and you can catch a coach to the top now!User StoryTue, 11 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/64/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/64/rssFor several years my wife had attended various Make Poverty History Marches- and finally she persuaded me to go with her. I am really glad I did- I didn't know what to expect and was concerned there may be trouble. In fact the opposite was true. The event was not only peaceful but poignant. Over 225,000 turned up on the day and our voice was heard in support of Bob and Bono!! Interestingly I was heard of an interview with Bill Clinton who said that one of the things that had impacted him most concerning the 3rd world debate was seeing 1000's at the Birmingham G8 Summit form a human chain...User StoryMon, 10 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/63/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/63/rssAfter the 2006 festival being cancelled, Glastonbury 2007 made up for it with a headlining slot from "The Who" for what was possibly the muddiest Glastonbury to date.User StoryMon, 10 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/62/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/62/rssLike most of of the nation I was given this day off as it was deemed to be a bank holiday. I had nothing planned so when I got up I turned the telly on (an old black and white one you had to kick to get it to settle on a channel) and made myself a cup of tea. My flat mate (Nigel) also emerged I seem to remember and sat down to watch the proceedings too. After a few hours and numerous cups of tea I realise that I had actually been sitting there for hours watching...I dunno what it was I just got sucked into the whole thing like some marathon soap opera. It was one of the things that you...User StoryMon, 10 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/61/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/61/rssIt was whilst I was a student at the University of York. As part of the summer spectacular in 1981 I was one of hundreds of students all lined up one sunny day to beat the world record for the largest number of human dominoes in a dominoe toppling challenge. Sadly, I can't remember the number of people involved. And even more sadly our world record was then beaten again before it could make it into the published Guinness Book of Records. Still, that didn't detract from the sense of having achieved something notable and worthwhile as a student community!!User StorySun, 09 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/60/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/60/rssI arrived the previous evening with my Dad, brother and next door neighbour, Jim. We had chosen a good vantage point near the top of Ludgate Hill outside St.Paul's Cathedral ready to watch the processions leading to and from the Royal Wedding service. In the early morning we had seen the streets being swept and prepared. Later guards arrived to line the route. There was plenty to watch. As the time drew nearer to the start of the late morning wedding ceremony guests arrived to take their places in the Cathedral. There were royals, celebrities, stars and other dignitaries. The most...User StorySun, 09 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/59/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/59/rssI received this letter in the form of a personal message from H M King George V1 along with other school children, at that time, to celebrate the successful end to the Second World WarUser StorySun, 09 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/58/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/58/rssI was there on this momentous occasion, and managed NOT to trap my fingers in the coconuts! I still have them (the coconuts) together with the detailed instructions on how to operate them!! What a fun evening that was!User StorySun, 09 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/57/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/57/rssThere was a big notice in the middle of town saying "Danny Harmer is coming" I was interested so I decided I would go. The day came and I was really excited...I had to do a bike ride....Eventually we got back from the 5mile bike ride....Danny Harmer was ready to sign autographs, She signed many of my books.....I asked her what tips would you recomend for acting she said just do what your teacher asks you and you should be fine....So thats what I have done and I have been in many peformances since. The day was amazing after you had paid everything was free...You got to decorate bags, do...User StorySat, 08 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/56/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/56/rssTell you laterUser StorySat, 08 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/55/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/55/rss1945 saw the end of the Second World War – I was one of these Children from Breakspear Primary School together with other local Primary Schools Children, who in 1946 were invited to Swakeleys House in Ickenham, Middlesex, to give thanks and to celebrate this historic eventUser StorySat, 08 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/54/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/54/rssIn July 1969 I was still at school and only 10 at the time, but I remember that day very well. I went to a prep school in Sussex at the time and remember the adults (teachers) talking a lot about what was going to happen. Being very young at the time and a right day dreamer my mind was probably elsewhere as it often was, which is strange because as I got older I was really into space,science etc... Anyway I remember it was really hot that summer and there was not much of a breeze either, there was a stillness that ran through the entire building. I remember walking through the school which...User StorySat, 08 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/53/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/53/rssI was still at school when the celebrations took place that summer (well in the sixth form actually). As part of the celebrations we (Court Lodge Sixth From) got together with the local (Horley) Young Liberals I think it was and planned a street entertainment to take place during the massive street party that was being planned for the High Street. We took the theme of George and the Dragon. Our sixth form represented George and The Young Liberals the Dragon. We assembled our respective teams at opposing ends of the High Street and were kitted out in appropriate costumes Red Cross tabbards...User StorySat, 08 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/52/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/52/rssBeing a F1 fan, going to Silverstone for the Grand Prix a few time and getting a buzz from the noise and the smell of the race is one thing, but to be 6 feet away from a F1 V10 screaming at 19,000 RPM is out of this world, The noise was unberleavable, the smell of burnt rubber was unavoidable! and my ear drums were about to blow! But being packed between 500,000 overs in regent street i got the impression that every one else was feeling the same! and im sure anyone else who was there will agree!User StoryFri, 07 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/51/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/51/rssAs Dans story says Linkin Park were awesome, here is a picture of the aftermath where "we were wearing more of everybody else' sweat than our own". The picture shows our mate Cliff on the left, Dan in the middle and me on the right, we would have been the tender age of 18 at the time but my goodness we look more like 12! User StoryFri, 07 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/50/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/50/rssMy wife and I had only been back from our honeymoon for a month when early that Sunday morning we heard the news. It was such a strange feeling for us. We were still having fun enjoying our new home together and opening presents and suddenly the world outside came crashing into it. Everyone you spoke to seemed to be in a state of shock and couldn't quite grasp how this could have happened. Diana was one of those people that you expected to go on living for a long time. She had such a huge impact on peoples lives and had done so much good in the world (despite her troubled marriage and...User StoryFri, 07 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/49/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/49/rssThe tents were up, the mud was flowing, the trip to actually get into the event was enough to knacker you out for the whole weekend, but we were eager to get started. There were 2 car loads of us to offload into the site, so we gathered as much as we could carry to go and build our tents. We built our tents in record time, 4 to be precise (1 solely for food and drink) then decided a drink was in order. Having spent 30mins smuggling a fridge and gas canister into the festival so we could have cold beers throughout the weekend we cracked open a brew and surveyed our small camp site. Most of...User StoryFri, 07 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/48/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/48/rssI was also at Live 8 with Dave, his brother Dan and my friend Lydia. After i text the competition once and won my 2 tickets! one of the best days of my life!!User StoryThu, 06 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/47/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/47/rssI was in Sydney, Australia, with my family over xmas and new year, having a holiday and visiting relatives. I wanted to do something for new years eve but didnt have any plans, my cousin Steph, whos my age said that i could do whatever she ended up doing but she herself didnt really have any plans, its difficult she said, as it gets so packed around the harbour and all the bars and clubs get totally packed, so that we may just have to do something low key. i then got a text from a friend called Sam, who i met the summer before in Greece, he lives near sydney and so i had planned to meet up...User StoryThu, 06 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/46/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/46/rssI remember being woken by a friend 'phoning very early on Sunday morning, 31st August 1997 to say that Princess Diana had been involved in a fatal car accident in Paris. As I went to church later that morning, the sense of shock and unreality was palpable amongst everyone. At once, we felt the need to express our sadness and held a prayer vigil, that was to last well into the following week, and opened a Book of Condolence, which was later sent to the Royal family. In the days that followed, I had an overriding need to go to London to pay my own personal respects to one who, although...User StoryThu, 06 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/45/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/45/rssI remember being at work on the day it happened. The news on the radio was very sketchy and seemed unrealistic. It wasn't until I had gotten home before it really sank in as I sat watching the news. It wasn't until recently (June 2007) that I was able to take a holiday to the US and visit Ground Zero (picture above taken by me). It was a very sombre experience looking down threw the chain link fence at the cleanup operation. The tour guide had done an excellent job of explaining what had taken place and what had occured afterwards. He explained that it had taken months and months to go...User StoryThu, 06 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000info@mytimeinhistory.com (My Time In History User)http://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/44/rsshttp://www.mytimeinhistory.com/story/44/rssI remember all to well that dreadful day. I was in my office along with my staff and couldn't quite believe what we were hearing on the radio. Of course we were straight onto the web to try and find out more only to find that websites like the BBC were almost brought to their knees because everyone was trying to get access. As the events unfolded that day I just remember feeling totally numbed by this as it somehow felt so close to home even though it was the other side of the world. It wasn't until I got home that night and saw the film footage on the telly that I realised the true extent...User StoryThu, 06 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000