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Lee
Lee is one of our programming team and is working alongside Alex and Richard. He’s multi talented and is always smiling, regardless of the pressure we put him under.
Unusually, for a geek, he really likes football and dance music. Seriously, none of us can work it out.
Date: 10th September 2010
It's been somewhat of a great day so far with a great lunch at vertu for matt's birthday and I imagine it will only improve when we go out after work to the Clifton which is apparently just down the road. I especially enjoyed the strange but spectacular chips with skins of them mmm. I'm now feeling pretty drained though I'm supposing it has a little to do with my chips being bathed in rock salt which has soaked all the water from my body and turned me into a zombie. I wish my bed was here

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Date: 6th September 2010
It's been an absolutely rubbish week for me with my arthritis playing up again. I really feel like I haven't slept for month. So my weekend has been pretty much sofa and watching telly how exciting, oh and some programming.
Date: 31st August 2010
It's been somewhat of strange weekend weather wise at least. I mostly have been pottering around and doing bits and pieces around the house boring stuff but things that need to be done never the less.
I decided that on Sunday I would venture out for a drink with some very old friends. To catch up is always great. Although I suffered somewhat on Monday thank god it was a bank holiday.
Date: 23rd August 2010
So the weekend was pretty slow paced and as expected the weather was pretty drab for the most part. However on Saturday I did manage to go and see toy story 3 3D and to be honest I was pretty shocked. I now understand why all these films are made in 3D, it's totally amazing in terms of how far this technology has come. I think I sat there pretty stunned for the first ten minutes or so but after that I thoroughly enjoyed what was one of Pixar's better films. What became a mini rollercoaster of emotions paired with the fascination of 3D technology made it extremely enjoyable and has made me wanting more. I think next week I will be in the cinema again getting my next dose of 3D. On the whole Toy Story 3 3D a big thumbs up.

Date: 20th August 2010
I'm looking forward to watching toy story 3D the weekend, I don't think I've watched a 3D film for about ten years. It's unusual for me to want to see a cartoon but this new wave of 3D films has got me wondering what all the fuss is about so lets do it. O'h and i'm having to put some all important hours of programming in.
Date: 16th August 2010
It's looking like it will be a fantastic Monday at least in terms of the weather anyway. I'm feeling a little poorly today and I'm thinking today isn't going to be very pleasant for me, I'm hoping I feel better soon.
Date: 13th August 2010
Well one more day until the weekend and the weather is looking fantastic as per usual! Well I'm staying in for a while anyway. I am currently looking at holidays oh yes. I'm quite excited to be going with my best mate I can't wait for the sun ,sea, sand and all of that kind of thing. Hopefully I can fit a few hypnothearapy sessions in before the holiday for my fear of flying as my fingers will be doing a little more than twitching.
Date: 9th August 2010
It's been such a relaxing weekend, nice to have done nothing for a change. Was great to see Manchester united beat Chelsea yesterday for the charity shield yesterday hopefully it's a sign of things to come.
Date: 4th August 2010
Finally back in the office on a Wednesday. My super long weekend has come to an end, thankfully. I was quite disappointed at my first ever festival maybe not just because of the music and over priced food but generally the personalities that was there. I must admit I had fun but was generally not what I expected. I'm looking forward to my busy week back in the office.
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Date: 30th July 2010
I can't wait until tomorrow. I'm bursting at the seams with joy, my first ever festival has arrived. I will checking into my hotel early tomorrow and then will be following the party from then on. For extra brilliance I have Monday off so my weekend will be awesome.
Date: 26th July 2010
It’s been a pretty good week off and now it's Monday and back to work. It's been great to have a little break and fully recuperate ready for another hectic week with the cherry team.
Date: 19th July 2010
It's been a long hard weekend. Saturday I went to a friend's birthday party which was great. I'm definitely still suffering. On an uplifting note I'm looking forward to my two day week so I can get a few important things out the way and catch up on plenty of sleep. I'm already dreaming of my pillow.
Date: 16th July 2010
Had an absolutely fantastic lunch today at the Maharaja they seriously make the best curries in town hats off to the boss cheers again.
Date: 12th July 2010
So the world cup is finally over and to honest thank god it was definitely the most boring world cup to my recollection. Especially England’s dismal display, they call themselves professional football players my Nan can play better.
Date: 9th July 2010
So the whether is absolutely fantastic and therefore a major excuse to take the roof of my car , how brilliant. I’m noticing that Gabriella’s pumps are looking extra fabulous today just wanted to share that with you.
Date: 5th July 2010
So the weekend was a bit of a disaster, in terms of I spent far too much money on shopping. On a great note its Amie’s birthday today, so a big happy birthday to Amie!
Date: 2nd July 2010
I can’t believe it, Holland have come from behind and are beating Brazil what’s going on!
Date: 28th June 2010
Oh well another world cup has passed and again we couldn’t produce the goods, I guess everyone knew it was going to a tough ask against a Germany team that are probably far superior in footballing terms at least. However on a positive note and to be honest it's cushioning the blow hugely is that I have found my new car and I pick it up tonight, I’m so excited , I’m feeling like Santa is on his way but this is way better than action man, yeah!

Date: 25th June 2010
What another beautiful day, I'm definitely looking forward this weekend. I think I will be doing plenty of shopping for some new clothes and hopefully a new car. Looking forward to Sunday the big game is on. I am quite nervous already, I don't think I can bear another world cup upset to the GERMANS!
Date: 21st June 2010
The performance England put in against Algeria on Friday was absolutely shocking! I don't put it down totally to the players either. Mr Capello I think has got this tournament completely wrong by playing star players out of position and generally not playing his strongest squad i.e. playing Heskey instead of Joe Cole who is twice as good in every way (he's capable of scoring mainly). On a much better note I am off to global gathering next month which is exciting because I've never been to a festival before so I'm itching for that day to arrive. However we are staying in a hotel and apparently that's not really doing it the right way but it's good for me.
Date: 14th June 2010
So the weekend saw England play USA and they are at it again! I know that USA aren’t exactly a push over anymore but to be honest they wasn’t even in the game, in fact I’m pretty sure half the USA team thought they were having a picnic not playing in a world cup tournament. It’s annoying to lose valuable points because of such a silly mistake AGAIN! Come on England sort yourselves out!
Date: 11th June 2010
Yesterday saw a new addition to the clevercherry team 'barry' he is a 8 foot giant full of air and we all love him. I'm looking forward to tonights poker game with some of the cherry boys. I'm still undecided what my tipple I will have but i

t's going to be STRONG.
Date: 7th June 2010
Its only three days to the world cup and I’m super excited. I think I will have to have some sort of world cup party maybe after the poker night? It’s definitely going to be a busy couple of weeks ahead but its exciting times ahead.
Date: 2nd June 2010
My house mates are away on holiday from this Monday, so in my infinite wisdom I have decided to hold a clevercherry poker night at my house. I’m actually quite excited.
Date: 28th May 2010
It’s Friday I’ve had a great day with going to the red lion and all, it took the waiter like three days to get the food to us but I suppose it was worth it! I’m so looking forward to this week going to meet up with a friend tonight and my whole weekend will be consumed with socialising and more socialising how boring, I don’t think so.
Date: 24th May 2010
It’s been a great weekend, especially as the weather has finally decided to be lovely again. I think that sun definitely makes everybody much happier. So anyways I did lots of socialising and my weekend finished off with a fantastic buffet style meal in the garden yesterday with my housemates. Oh and I’m pretty severely burnt with my forehead looking like I dipped it in a jar beetroot, good times, roll on the summer.
Date: 19th May 2010
Today has been a very long day the music has been awful and my ears have been bleeding all afternoon as a result. I’m going home for a long sleep.
Date: 17th May 2010
My weekend was pretty great, I got to hang out with my house mates lots. I managed to drag myself out Saturday, gladly my arthritis had gone which made me the happiest I don’t think I could have taken another day of the pain. Sunday I pretty much pottered around and went to my new favourite restaurant ‘The White Horse’ in minworth I have to give their food a 10/10 it’s beyond fantastic.
Date: 14th May 2010
It’s been a tough couple of days with my arthritis making a sudden appearance, all I can think about is bed. I haven’t actually slept properly for three days now. I’m not sure if this weekend will be a good one, I most likely will be laid out on the bed, settee, floor?
Date: 10th May 2010
Although coming into this weekend as Manchester united fan I knew and the whole country knew united didn’t have a cat in hells chance of beating Chelsea, I’m still kind of gutted we lost the title race. Although this morning’s talk of the world cup has cheered me up no end. The fun and excitement it will bring to the office will be great and hopefully the sun is a shining for many days out at numerous beer gardens (I hope, I hope).
Date: 4th May 2010
This bank holiday weekend went pretty much to plan. Lots of dancing, sleeping and seeing some family (which hasn’t happened for a while). I will be spending this week with my head firmly in my laptop where I will learn some new technologies (it’s going to be a busy couple of months indeed, but of course I love it).
Date: 30th April 2010
It’s been a busy old day and I’m quite looking forward to my hot bath and what’s becoming a regular game of poker with a few friends. I’m especially looking forward to the three day weekend so I can catch up on my all important sleep mmmm.
Date: 26th April 2010
It’s Monday and the weekend was hectic to say the least. Monday morning and matt is finally back, it’s great to see him again top man! I’m off home now for ten hours of pure rest, I NEED IT!
Date: 23rd April 2010
It’s been an absolutely brilliant day or maybe couple of days? Loving the sunshine and can’t wait to get out into it later. I’ve been watching some very strange and funny videos today here are just a few.
dancing grandma ,
iceskating chimp. Oh and I was doing lots of work too (Ian).
Date: 19th April 2010
It’s a pretty sad day for me tomorrow; I will finally scatter my late Grandad’s ashes RIP!
Date: 16th April 2010
Looking forward to doing pretty much nothing this weekend however I think tonight might include a game a of cards and hopefully plenty of cash, oh and possible a bottle of Jack Daniels!
Im so glad the weather is getting better Im dreaming of them long hot days with an ice cold drink and barbecues, please please be kind to us this summer.
Date: 12th April 2010
It’s been a great week away a bit more strenuous than first thought but fantastic never the less. Lounging about was a small part of my week with a great poker night on Friday, it’s been a while since we’ve had one of those. Of course I didn’t win I consumed far too much Malibu or maybe Jack Daniels? Too be honest I could'nt tell you, it was one of them sort of nights.!
Date: 1st April 2010
I’m extremely looking forward to this bank holiday which is sadly unusual for me, these days I don’t get excited about too much in my old age but I have a feeling about this one. Definitely looking forward to the Manchester United game against Chelsea if we win we should have the title in the bag. Also looking forward to building my gym next weekend in the garage great stuff!
Date: 29th March 2010
Not long now till my holiday it might only be to Lowestoft but I think I need it never the less. I’m definitely not looking forward to the journey down though. Six hours of pure boredom. I might need to invest in another film for my iphone or maybe that’s just an excuse.
Date: 26th March 2010
I’m having a very bad day my arthritis is back with a vengeance and my painkillers are knocking me every which way, I’m praying I can get some rest this weekend.
Date: 23rd March 2010
I have been reading allot about Ian Huntley lately, for the people who don’t know who he is, he’s the guy who killed holly wells and Jessica Chapman. I can’t believe this country, when we consider what this monster has done, for once someone in the prison system is getting what he deserves a rough ride, opposed to three meals a day, shelter and a game of cards with the screws (prison wardens). It rifles me that our system would even consider paying him compensation for what is happening to him, I sure after doing five years off his 30 – 40 years us tax payers will forking out for a new identity and house and complete new life in what type of society do we live? Sickening , its payback Huntley!
Date: 19th March 2010
Finally I’m moving house on Saturday it’s taken a long time but I will definitely be glad when it’s finally over, my weekend should be hectic with lots of sorting out and rushing around. Apart from that it’s going to be a quite one I think I will make some time for sleep as I am still feeling the effects of the football match last Tuesday I’m so unfit at the moment.
Date: 16th March 2010
Looking forward to playing some football tonight with jas I hoping I don’t collapse it’s been a while.
Date: 15th March 2010
Sunday was nice I spent it with family and enjoyed a great meal. It was nice to catch up with certain family members as I don’t really get to see them too often. After a long day I finally found a new place to live its taken absolutely ages and I’m so glad the search is now over I really thought it would never end, if all goes well I should be in by next week, great stuff.
Date: 12th March 2010
Its been a really nice afternoon matt is leaving us to go into hospital because he is poorly ahhhh, so we took a trip to the red lion which was as always lovely jubbly. I’m feeling extremely lethargic now though, I could sleep like a baby( I want my pillow).
This weekend will be filled with more house hunting unfortunately really not looking forward to it but I guess it must be done.
Date: 9th March 2010
It was a great weekend for me lots of relaxing and having time to reflect and of course lots of fun. I’m looking forward to seeing my brother in Norwich soon I think lots of partying is in mind. This weekend has been so great.
Date: 5th March 2010
Yesterday I decided to purchase a new comedy film on itunes although I have had my new iphone now for what seems like months but possible is just weeks I feel like I haven’t really put it to good use. So like I said I brought Stephen k amos stand up and sat and watched it yesterday it was hilarious for anyone who doesn’t know who this guy is check him out he’s seriously funny.

Date: 3rd March 2010
I can’t wait for the game tonight hopefully it’s a good one by that I mean England absolutely thrash Egypt. I think it might be a trip to the pub maybe.
Date: 1st March 2010
My weekend was great. Saturday I went shopping for a new jacket and some other bits and pieces which just so happened to take all day thanks to my brother he’s very slow. its like shopping with your girlfriend but worse. Later that day we went out for my brothers birthday and I got to see some friends I hadn’t seen for a while which was brilliant, it’s been a while since I’ve been out properly. and had a good boogey. My head is still a little sore though god bless Jack Daniels.
Sunday was the game all football fans had been waiting for or at least Aston Villa and Manchester United fans anyway. Of course Manchester United came out winners yet again I kind of feel sorry for the Villa supporters (Ed) but not really. Better luck next time ed.
Date: 26th February 2010
It’s my brothers birthday this weekend so we going out to paint the town red so to speak. I haven’t been out properly for a while so I’m really looking forward to having a good dance. I think we are starting at reflex bar of all places not really my type of thing but when in Rome and all that.
Date: 19th February 2010
Well all in all it’s been a good week although I have felt slightly tired for some unknown reason. My brain is slowly increasing although I think some of the clever cherry clan would disagree STRONGLY. Anyway I feel like I’m making some strides towards my long term goals.
My weekend will I think be boring and quite however I am quite excited about my Chinese STILL!
Date: 17th February 2010
As a man utd fan yesterday was brilliant, I do believe that no english club have beaten them at their ground for some ridiculous amount of time which is pretty good going. I can't wait for the next leg at old Trafford I think man utd will do a number on them. Ye har! On a different note I can't wait for the weekend because Im going for a lovely Chinese haven't decided where though, should be fun, I hope.
Date: 12th February 2010
This week has been the busiest by a long chalk its been deadline after deadline after more deadline but I can't complain because I'm still loving it. This weekend I think will consist of me lounging around and doing nothing but REST! Anyway I'm looking forward to my fish and chips tonight which are now becoming a regular occurrence which is quite creepy but I'm going to enjoy them never the less.
Date: 8th February 2010
My weekend was great I finally ordered my new phone which I’m soooooo excited about pretty sad I know but hey I need some excitement in my life! Then I went to check out a few more places to live but unfortunately none was really suitable. So I will be spending the week and weekend doing it all over again how fantastic! Anyways I went to the cinema yesterday and was completely gobsmacked by the film I watched The Book Of Eli If any of you love a good film this one is a must see extremely thought provoking just how I like it.
Date: 6th February 2010
... I keep forgetting to do my blog and as it's an intergral part of my working life, I promise to do better from now on. Hope the gaffa's don't read this.
Date: 1st February 2010
Was pretty slow really, I just relaxed and chilled out. Im preparing myself for a hectic week or so with moving and all. I think Im going to watch 44 inch chest sometime this week I have been wondering what all the fuss is about. Just cant wait to get this move out of the way so I can carry life on as normal.
Date: 27th January 2010
If you spend your whole life waiting for the storm you'll never enjoy the sunshine.
Date: 25th January 2010
This week saw the news that Mr Richard Branson will launch his new bank, I don’t know about you but I’m a little sick of him. Is there anything that this man doesn’t have his trotter in?
Apparently recent surveys of 10,000 delusionals have said they would consider switching to his banking service. Have any of these people tried his cable service? Obviously not as I think they would run in the opposite direction FAST. Everyone I know has had some major problem with their services; I think anyone considering banking with virgin should be thinking again!
Now that’s my weekly moan out of the way, I think I will put my happy head on for the rest of the week.
Date: 18th January 2010
I was quite happy and actually for the first time in weeks looking forward to the weekend, however waking up Saturday morning I seemed to have, out of nowhere developed the FLU! So instead of a joy filled weekend shopping, dancing around and chilling round my mates actually became me cuddling up to a bottle of covonnia and a pack of strepsils.
So in the end not too exciting.
Date: 15th January 2010
Well I think most of it will be chilling and relaxing, however I do think this weekend I need to treat myself because after all its all about the treats!
Date: 11th January 2010
I have been looking forward to a quality steak for weeks, me Alex and Matt are off to the red lion tonight for a living walking cow or at least I am, I mean I’m looking for it to moo and walk, of course I’m referring to the way I have it cooked EXTREMELY RARE! It will make a nice change from my cooking which is now becoming tedious.
On another note I will be moving house within the next couple of weeks and have treated myself to a new Samsung LCD TV so I can’t wait for that baby to come so I can have a play!
Date: 5th January 2010

This is what I get to look at today I'm thanking the heavens, I love snow!
mmmm snow!
Date: 4th January 2010
Well another year passes by and strangely enough i feel another year older which is weird because I’ve just had a birthday and I already feel like 112 (this is not good, I wish I was 19 again).
Well I had somewhat of a mixed Christmas and new year but on the whole it gets the thumbs up, happy new year to everyone!
Date: 23rd December 2009
It’s finally here! It is the last day of the working year and my first year with the team has come to an end. I would like to say a big thank you to everyone here who has made me feel extremely welcome and I will definitely be looking forward to next year. Thank you clever cherry team and merry Christmas your all fab!
Date: 21st December 2009
I dont know if it’s just me but I’m absolutely loving that its snowing, at christmas time too. I managed to get my christmas shopping crammed into one manic Saturday in Birmingham city center which was least enjoyable. The experience is best described as being in a battery farm only with cold faces and loud grunting noises of angry shoppers.
Im desperatley hoping that the snow will continue over the festive period so I can have a play in it, im such a big kid!
Date: 17th December 2009
Was gavin's leaving bash last night, I cant believe that such a little pub can produce such fantasic food yum yum! It will be a shame to see him go he seems really nice. Good luck, Im sure he wont need tho.
Date: 14th December 2009
The weekend kicked off with the Xmas do, which was on Friday. I had a great time it was nice to see what everyone was like outside of the office, of course they were great. My Saturday was spent doing a little shopping in Birmingham however the increasing amount of people made me flea quite quickly. Saturday night I was painting the town red was a great night don’t think I have laughed so much for ages.
Date: 9th December 2009
I have been assigned a php buddy so to speak mr alex who sits to my left, he has been showing me the ways of the cherry... i give the brain massive praise as I have been pulling his ear all week and he is still smiling. Big thumbs up to alex whey hey!
Date: 4th December 2009
Finally the weekend is here! but really it doesn't matter loving the cherry team and new job. Think its gonna be a quiet one with lots and lots of shleep.
Date: 3rd December 2009
I decided to watch the apperently fantasic harry brown yesterday. I think something got lost in translation, I was little impressed by the dark and ominous story lines it was demoted to the bin within half an hour, im gettin back to my mock the week excellenta !