Monthly Archives: November 2011

Under the weather and the economy

Posted on November 11, 2011 by freda

Unfortunately, I’ve been unwell for two days following a night of throwing up. Pah… or perhaps that should be Blah!  The good side is that I have been able to read a bit more, though I slept for Scotland for … Continue reading →

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Oogy yes Oogy

Posted on November 9, 2011 by freda

It’s not that I spend my whole days reading, though I do love to read, it’s that I actually got to a real live bookshop this week. Now I am one of those people who just cannot leave such a … Continue reading →

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New step

Posted on November 6, 2011 by freda

The latest step we are learning at Dance Class is in the quickstep: a zig zag, backlock with a running finish. Yes – that’s what I thought too.

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New hobby

Posted on November 4, 2011 by freda

My latest batch of books this week includes this cookery book that should help with healthier eating. The tip is that you don’t just read the book, you follow the advice. It’s quite a slim book and has nice illustrations, … Continue reading →

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Paths of Glory

Posted on November 1, 2011 by freda

Whatever you think about Jeffrey Archer, the author, it is true to say that he writes a rolicking good story. Paths of Glory is based on the true story of George Mallory (1886-1924)  I have to confess of knowing little … Continue reading →

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