I tried to stay awake to watch the Obama acceptance speech to the whole of the Denver stadium and TV audiences overnight (starting 3:00am-ish UK time), but decided that about 20 minutes in I was fading fast and would catch the rest today in the numerous repeats. On full viewing, I have to say he WAS impressive, hugely more charismatic than McCain and with the kind of reassuring tone and confidence that reminds me of the flag-waving on the day Tony Blair took office. Of course, a) he hasn't even been elected yet and b) we all know how Blair turned out... but this US election has got me quite energised - either way it's a genuine crossroads for the country and maybe the world. McCain has just announced the little-known Alaskan Sarah Palin as his surprise running mate, so that should keep things interesting. Only 67 days to go to find out which way it'll swing. It'll keep the partially 'impartial' news services going for a while, anyway.

Easyish day tomorrow with just general chores to get out of the way including items for Impact. Off to London on Sunday to do Rocknrolla press early on Monday but beyond that brief excitement it's the normal day-to-day routine of paying bills, chasing cheques and exercising my PhotoShop and writing skills.

Perhaps a major lottery win will be forthcoming...