The good people at Make have a new temptation for me to resist.

I have succumbed to the Blog and various videos, which tend to dilute the print edition.

But now they have released the entire Volume 3 in Digital form. I need to resist this temptation, since I know it will simply diminish the joy of that little square package coming through the door.

So, I will get the Digital Edition (for no extra cost) but only after the print edition is in my hot little paws.

Stopped at Clyde Tunnel Corner

Stopped at Clyde Tunnel Corner
Originally uploaded by MrLithic.

I took this photo this morning and then read the article by Lionel Shriver.

This photo is a perfect example of what she is talking about. The construction crews have not considered anyone but motorised traffic by laying these cones up to the center-line. If they had left a 2-3 foot path for cyclists, we would not forced into the right-hand lane, on an already dangerous intersection.

The Cycle Chat at Lochwinnoch

The Cycle Chat at Lochwinnoch
Originally uploaded by MrLithic.

I saw these two guys chatting away on the shore of Near Castle Semple Loch and had to get a photo.

The Castle Semple rest area is a regular stop for cyclists and there were dozens of bikes and their associated riders out that day.

Liz having Lunch at Lochwinnoch

Liz having Lunch at Lochwinnoch
Originally uploaded by MrLithic.

Ladies who lunch (and ride 28 miles to Kilbirnie and back)

Artwork near Glengarnock

Artwork near Glengarnock
Originally uploaded by MrLithic.

Liz spied this hidden artwork on the trail past Kilbirnie

Artwork near Glengarnock

Artwork near Glengarnock
Originally uploaded by MrLithic.

Liz spied this hidden artwork on the trail past Kilbirnie

Liz trains for The Tour

Liz trains for The Tour
Originally uploaded by MrLithic.

Elizabeth adopts the aerodynamic profile that will serve her well in the Tour de France

The Folly outside Lochwinnoch

The Folly outside Lochwinnoch
Originally uploaded by MrLithic.

This Victorian Folly sits outside Lochwinnoch - never been up to see it but it looks good from a distance

Disused Railway

Disused Railway
Originally uploaded by MrLithic.

The disused station on the way to Kilmacolm

Disused Railway

Disused Railway
Originally uploaded by MrLithic.

The disused station on the way to Kilmacolm

Disused Railway

Disused Railway
Originally uploaded by MrLithic.

The disused station on the way to Kilmacolm

Disused Railway

Disused Railway
Originally uploaded by MrLithic.

The disused station on the way to Kilmacolm

Cyclepath to Kilmacolm

Cyclepath to Kilmacolm
Originally uploaded by MrLithic.

Cyclepath to Linwood

Cyclepath to Linwood
Originally uploaded by MrLithic.

Some photos from cycle trips during my time off.

First set are cycling from Paisley to Kilmacolm on my own.

GROW RPG is very cool - no idea what to do, but that does not stop me playing.

Does the Scribe, Mozilla Firefox Extension add a office type functionality to web forms?

I am looking for something that has secure online storage with the ability to link to other web services, like Flicker, Gmail, and a web Calendar and do basic office functions (word process and spreadsheet type stuff).

The evolution of my Hipster

The evolution of my Hipster
Originally uploaded by MrLithic.

This is shows the stages that my Hipster PDA has undertaken.

I gave up the 3x4 version, since I needed to cut 4x6 cards in half to get the right size cards (it originally made sense). Also the 3x4 cards were not compatible with Douglas Johnston's DIY hipster pages which I really like.

The 3x5 one is much easier to refill (open pack of cards - job done). I then made a gaffer tape cover for it and chucked in a couple DIY cards and dividers between sections.

Finally, I tried to make a better gaffer tape cover and turn it into a gaffer tape envelope to hold the cards. Unfortunately, this is not very easy to open and make quick notes. So, I pack it into the rucksack and use it to carry extra 3x5 cards and DIY pages. Works a treat.

I use these along with a notebook for projects to keep myself organised. Not sure if I am doing this right (still find processing a bit difficult) but it definitely makes it easier to sleep at night when I am not trying to remember everything I need to do.

A very nice Railway Bridge

A very nice Railway Bridge
Originally uploaded by MrLithic.

Saw this repainted bridge along the Sustrans Cyclepath to Kilmalcolm.

I have just noticed that Sean Kennedy reminds me of Mike from Spaced.

I am now looking for Brian.

Just wondering if this group are terrorist sympathisers?

Thank God for the bombing of London's subway today

What is the current American rule on groups that sympathise with terrorists?

Time to take out Kansas.

Hoops for Palestine

Hoops for Palestine
Originally uploaded by MrLithic.

These Bhoys were making their stand for an independent Palestine - or they found a cool flag and were waving it to irritate the police.

MrBen

MrBen
Originally uploaded by MrLithic.

The Benster enjoying the crush in Edinburgh

Off to the Edinburgh Demonstrations along with MrBen, Bagpuss and their associated spouses.

I will return with pictures and hopefully some stories.