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Monthly Archives: October 2007
Ok, Who Else Is Addicted to Strictly Come Dancing Then?
Hello, I’m an addict. SCD is also being shown in the US as ‘Dancing With the Stars’ obviously with different celebrities. I’ve always liked watching people dance, I find it quite fascinating. My favourite couple here are Matthew and Alesha. … Continue reading
Posted in BlahBlahBlah, TV
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I’ll Have to Hurry Up and Go There Then…
You Belong in Paris Stylish and expressive, you were meant for Paris. The art, the fashion, the wine! Whether you’re enjoying the cafe life or a beautiful park… You’ll love living in the most chic place on earth. What City … Continue reading
Posted in BlahBlahBlah, Internet
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Finding Lady Blanche
As those of you who read my archive posts will know, I’ve been steadily researching for some weeks now. Amongst other things, I’ve been looking for information about Lady Blanche Drummond, the first wife of Frederick Mackenzie Fraser (the youngest … Continue reading
Posted in BlahBlahBlah, Genealogy, History
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Butterfly
I had two butterflies in particular in my garden the other day, which waited patiently as I photographed them. That’s a first for me, they usually make a ‘run’, or ‘fly’ for it! I particularly liked the markings on this … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photos
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I Always Hated Snakes and Ladders
Cyanide & Happiness @ Explosm.net
Posted in Cartoon, Humour, Internet
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Wordless Wednesday: Autumn Daze
I’ve come over all Autumn this week, and particularly liked the branches of this tree found in the gardens of Haddo House. Those of you interested in flowers will see some from Haddo below. Mister Linky returned an error instead … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photos, Places to go, Wordless Wednesday
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Weekend Snapshot #4
Made our way to Haddo House this week to get some more photographs of the gardens before winter really sets in. The day started off not very nice, but then we got some sun towards the end of it even … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photos, Places to go, Weekend Snapshot
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New Films – Stardust
Phew! Bumper crop of new and interesting films at the moment. This one’s certainly a bit special. Magic, mystery, swords, witches. Think it’s a must see!
Posted in Films, Videos
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Save Me, I’m Addicted to Flickr!
I can’t stay away, can’t stop posting…joining new groups. Save me! Just ahead, one of my new pictures…I call this one ‘Smiler’. If you want to visit me on Flickr, I post as Beloved Eleanor.
Posted in BlahBlahBlah, Nature, Photos
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Happy Birthday Claire!
You may not see this message today, but happy birthday mate! Why not send your good wishes to Claire too over at her blog?
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