Monthly Archives: January 2010

Why Am I Haunted by Venice?

Posted on January 30, 2010 by

For some reason at the beginning of this week, for at least three nights in a row I dreamt about Venice.  Why?  I just don’t know.  I haven’t watched, read, looked at or otherwise done anything remotely involving Venice.  Yet, … Continue reading →

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Burns Night

Posted on January 25, 2010 by

I have a confession to make – I have never eaten Haggis.  No, not even the vegetarian kind (yes, there is one). Today is Robert Burns’ birthday, and therefore will be Burns Night, where it is traditional to celebrate by … Continue reading →

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Rihanna – Russian Roulette

Posted on January 24, 2010 by

First time I’ve liked a Rihanna song, just find this one really addictive!

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A Breathless Update

Posted on January 24, 2010 by

Well it certainly will be… What’s been happening around here?  Too much frankly.  I have now completed my exams, and am waiting to hear if I have passed them – fingers crossed for that one. For Philosophy the exam involved … Continue reading →

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Pride and Prejudice at the Theatre

Posted on January 22, 2010 by

I was lucky enough on Monday to get to see the first night of Pride and Prejudice, which was being performed at His Majesty’s Theatre, and starring Susan Hampshire as Mrs Bennet. Those of you who have been reading this … Continue reading →

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Bat For Lashes

Posted on January 10, 2010 by

Hello everyone – good grief it’s 2010!  I hope you are all ok, especially in the UK with the current exceptional Winter weather.  We have had at least 4ft of snow here, and there isn’t much in the way of … Continue reading →

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