Monthly Archives: February 2008

Did the Earth Move for You?

Posted on February 27, 2008 by

Ok, whoever you are I’m coming for you. You, the one that gave me this bloody cold. I’m supposed to be updating, but I don’t feel like it. I’m cold, I have nose and eye juice (Claire) running as I … Continue reading →

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Hello Vintage

Posted on February 27, 2008 by

I’ve made up my mind this time. The last time Victorian/Edwardian inspired fashion was about I only bought a couple of things. This time I’m stockpiling. I love this stuff, you can blame it on Radio Days, who got me … Continue reading →

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Cool TV – Moonlight

Posted on February 25, 2008 by

I’ve just got around to watching the first episode of this new series, and so far I think I like it.  A gorgeous vampire?  Hey, what’s not to like?! Mick St. John is a vampire with a conscience who works … Continue reading →

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Princess Mary’s Gift

Posted on February 24, 2008 by

Friday.  Another day, another research hunt.  Yay me!  I’ve secured some more books and journals that will help I think, but I’m always on the look out for more. I arrived at my favourite antique shop in the hope there … Continue reading →

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Excuse Me While I Dream

Posted on February 24, 2008 by

I know I’m fairly insane anyway, but lately with all my research and the extra stuff that I’ve been doing my dreams have just been odd to say the least. I don’t know about you, but I’ve always dreamed in … Continue reading →

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WW: Snowdrops

Posted on February 19, 2008 by

I’m seeing Snowdrops everywhere, and I love them! I took this photograph last week, whilst on one of our road trips.  This is for Wordless Tues/Wednesday. For other participants click here. Update: Many of you tell me you hadn’t seen … Continue reading →

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The Works of Sir Thomas Lawrence

Posted on February 19, 2008 by

I never knew I liked the work of artist Sir Thomas Lawrence until I met Jane. Jane is a portrait of Jane Fraser by the way. Bet some of you remembered though Though, in a way that’s not strictly true, … Continue reading →

Posted in Antique, Art | 6 Comments

Sometimes I Think My Eyeballs Will Roll Out of My Head

Posted on February 19, 2008 by

Bet that title caught your attention, eh?! Research is a wonderful thing, yes really – honest!  The only trouble is I always push myself too far and end up with eye strain and or a headache from poring over old … Continue reading →

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Desirable Exhibitions

Posted on February 17, 2008 by

I’ll subtitle this one as maybe I’ll have the time? It’s well known here that I love photographs and photography in general so the first exhibition I’d like to see is Vanity Fair Portraits 1913-2008 (14 February-26 May) which is … Continue reading →

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Alexander Mackenzie Fraser

Posted on February 16, 2008 by

I just stumbled upon a video about Lt. General Alexander Mackenzie Fraser, who was the father of Colonel Charles, who I’ve spoken about several times here. Alexander is a famous military hero, who sadly died before his time.  A quick … Continue reading →

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