Category Archives: Vienna Life

The chimney sweep cometh

So tomorrow I have a visit from the Rauchfangkehrer. A strange concept for Brits. Four times a year the chimney sweep comes to check the chimney, one time in the year is the  Hauptkehrung, which is the main inspection. You must have one … Continue reading

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My microwave goes backward

There was a lightning strike – and afterwards my microwave started going odd. When it’s on the plate stands still. when it’s off the plate rotates. So it’s time to take it to the tip. It got me thinking – … Continue reading

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How big is a coffee cup?

Big enough to soak a bed if you miss the bedside table. Ah well – who needed to sleep early.

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Summer again

It really is strange weather. How warm can it get in Feb. Anyway – it means trips to the snow are a bit limited. The up side is that I get to wash my car… is that an upside? Travelling … Continue reading

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Moving on

Apparently I have reached that stage in life. I didn’t realise there was a special stage – but in austria it seems there is. And I’ve reached it… All because I decided to get rid of about 200kg of books … Continue reading

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Getting there

It’s amazing how little things make a big difference. A new chair for working on – what a change. So in the last week I’ve updated the desk the chair etc – the living room is almost ready. Ouch – … Continue reading

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White

I can verify that my car has anti lock brakes and traction control.

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A long day out of the office

Well, it’s started to snow. Been threatening all week. I decided it was a good time to put together a new desk for the house. It’s surprising how long it takes. Still – at least I don’t get to stand … Continue reading

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Another day, yet another pound

Another night out at the good Vienna restaurants in the hills. More weight. Got home and put on a dvd. Interesting – it starts with a breakout from prison near where I used to live. I still remember the warning … Continue reading

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Another day another pound

Another day at the office. I take over as on-call for the next week today. A long day – but with three brits in the meeting I get to go out for a meal – another pound added to my … Continue reading

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