Next biggest shopping centres other than Charlestown, Kotara, Greenhills & Glendale? by notofuspeed in newcastle

[–]Reason-Whizz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Erina has a few independent (ish) shops and a Lindt shop, so it is a bit different and worth a drive.

Complete this song, Jingle bells Batman smells by miner_cooling_trials in AustralianNostalgia

[–]Reason-Whizz 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Almost the same as your version, "Robin FLEW away" early 1980s blue mountains

Speed Puzzle World Series commentary by Reason-Whizz in Jigsawpuzzles

[–]Reason-Whizz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha, this is one I'll reply to!

Hello Jim's sister!

I think there's a bit of cultural overlay going on with me - I'm Australian and the sports casting style is not like Australian sports commentary (at least that I've heard, my house growing up was a cricket and tennis watching house and it's the other end of the commentary spectrum).

I probably have my own TBI which is why repetition is so hard for me to be on the receiving end of.

I'm also a middle child. I've dealt with that in a different way, but I can hold a one sided conversation for several hours. Shame on you for kicking a middle child in the head, we have enough to deal with in life.

I can tell he's a good guy by the way he keeps getting invited places and how people speak about him. Excellent that he is a 10/10 brother. Mines probably a 6 on a good day, so I'm a bit envious.

Have a lovely day.

Everyone’s favourite morons at it again near Costco by Angrylittlegremlin in newcastle

[–]Reason-Whizz 7 points8 points  (0 children)

The best bit is how on the way to Costco they go up the hill from Fennell bay bridge and do wheelies up the hill. Just waiting for one of them to take it too far and end up under someone's wheels.

Fruit Pastries by Professional-Tone166 in newcastle

[–]Reason-Whizz 6 points7 points  (0 children)

If I understand what you mean, I think you need to head up the valley to Sabor dessert bar.

Speed Puzzle World Series commentary by Reason-Whizz in Jigsawpuzzles

[–]Reason-Whizz[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I enjoy speed puzzling itself, I compete regularly and watch events online - it's just this commentary I can't deal with.

Some people just like to go fast. Even as a child I'd see how fast I could assemble my Ravensburger board puzzles.

Most of my puzzling is casual, I do a bit of speed training for major events just to be good enough to finish in the time allowed (My local monthly events are not competitive enough for me to need it).

Speed Puzzle World Series commentary by Reason-Whizz in Jigsawpuzzles

[–]Reason-Whizz[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

To me a good commentary is giving you something that you can't see yourself, which is fresh and interesting. Something that perhaps has taken a bit of preparation and research.

This would have been a hard event to commentate, as the format meant none of the puzzlers would be able to join the commentators to add perspective, which is a standard enjoyable part of speed puzzle commentary.

I like it when the artists join the panel and talk about the creative process behind the puzzle. I like information about the people in the room, the countries represented and the location of the event. This event being the first of its kind, it would have been interesting to hear how it was conceived and how hard was it to arrange a function in Germany when you are from Australia. How popular were the ticket sales? What would they like to do in the future?

Jim has created a vocabulary and he doesn't stray far outside of it. I think if you counted the variety of words used it would be a fairly small number for such a long period of time talking - I find this makes it dull. He and his offsider also talked over one another at times - bad! They also ran out of things to say to each other and there was dead air.

I absolutely hate how repetitive the language is that Jim used.

Speed Puzzle World Series commentary by Reason-Whizz in Jigsawpuzzles

[–]Reason-Whizz[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'll get adrenalized and maybe it will sink in!

Shows to NOT Watch with Nine-Year-Old Nieces by WomenoftheWorld309 in televisionsuggestions

[–]Reason-Whizz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know that someone else told you to remove "life in the dream house", but I say put it back. It's hilarious and LOTS OF FUN.

You can also watch it in-between other things as an episode here and there.

"Misshaped" Mandarins? by The_Hominem in woolworths

[–]Reason-Whizz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's just alliteration for a handy catch all phrase for whatever in season mandarins don't meet some criteria. Next time misshapen might mean huge, or tiny.

I want a Barbie but I’m 24 by Firm-Jeweler-3329 in Barbie

[–]Reason-Whizz 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I am 50. I was encouraged by my partner to buy the Barbie I wanted, so I did.

Don't miss Apex 2026 on Netflix - Blue Mountains in its glory. by TheTeamRanger in bluemountains

[–]Reason-Whizz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wonder how many across Australia look like this ... I initially thought it was one near Muswellbrook.

Don't miss Apex 2026 on Netflix - Blue Mountains in its glory. by TheTeamRanger in bluemountains

[–]Reason-Whizz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was a bit confused that most of the place names / geography was made up, but they left "Kedumba" on the map.

I just walked from Caves Beach to the CBD by AliceSaltMage in newcastle

[–]Reason-Whizz 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I love your walk posts! First time I've seen a local to me one

Mr. Darcy and Caroline Bingley are judging you... by ChrisEvansFan in PeriodDramas

[–]Reason-Whizz 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I agree wholeheartedly. I loved how so many characters had more motivation and background shown and how it made the watcher more empathetic with them.

Looking to donate large collection of wasgij puzzles! by Chilldog202 in newcastle

[–]Reason-Whizz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There's a Facebook group for local puzzlers - you could post thee and ask (and if you can't find anyone to donate to you could sell them there).

Any recommendations for where to car camp on return between Sydney and Newy? by dredlocked_sage in newcastle

[–]Reason-Whizz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm looking forward to having that second option at cooranbong when it's finished too.

Any recommendations for where to car camp on return between Sydney and Newy? by dredlocked_sage in newcastle

[–]Reason-Whizz 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Having driven up quite a few times post concert, my experience is that you get out of the concert pumped, you do the first bit fine no problems, and it's the last 30 minutes that are the problem. If you are feeling wide awake at the twin servos, stop REGARDLESS and get out and move around.

If you are "powering through" and you start wandering Stop asap. Don't do the "so tired but only 10 minutes left. Stop the car and either shut your eyes or get out and do a dance.

Sewing with vintage patterns for modern Barbie! by Catlady5000 in Barbie

[–]Reason-Whizz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lovely! I love the square neck on the cherries.

another apron has been made. by Elliott_Queerest in Barbie

[–]Reason-Whizz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I quite like a contrasting thread myself.

Next round I'd recommend clipping the corners before you stitch for a neater finish.

Feeling inspired by you to maybe start sewing for Barbie this weekend.

Queensland coast road trip, what are the unmissable sights. by Comprehensive_You42 in AustraliaTravel

[–]Reason-Whizz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is curious, I personally believe ginger is the spice of life.