It is kicking off in town. Some awesome guy playing break beat drums.

he'll be off by now. Does anyone need a new CD/DVD R drive?

Yep fine for Phil to drive to Ox.
Master hand playable looks cool, we have to try it.
I need to watch portal vids when I get to a computer. TF2 engy update too - and new guy at work loves TF2 as well.

Phil - you considering a move to LA?

Has everyone seen the portal preview videos?. Tis looking very good!

Right hand, a complete grip and a firm squeeze (but not too strong) in a mid-point position between yourself and the other person, a cool and dry palm, approximately three shakes, with a medium level of vigor, held for no longer than two to three seconds, with eye contact kept throughout and a good natural smile with a slow offset with, of course, an appropriate accompanying verbal statement, make up the basic constituent parts for the perfect handshake.