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Day Tripper

Saturday morning arrived, and I found myself on the train to London to meet with friends. An exciting, Japanese-themed day out lay ahead of us.  Once I had met my comrades, we were straight on the Underground to see a LOLcats art exhibition (take a look at this link to get an impression of what …read more

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Obama and Brazil – Progressing Through the Second Year

I am pleased that Mr Obama was successfully re-elected as the President of the United States of America for a second (and final) term. My prediction was correct, and I look forward to his future policies and actions as the President. For those interested in the Americas more generally, you can catch Michael Palin’s journey …read more

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The Island Experience: Hayling Railway Pillars

Christmas and the New Year provide a good opportunity to catch up with friends. Yesterday I got together with a few such friends. I’ve known Sam and Tom since school, which already seems like a lifetime ago! We arranged to meet up in the afternoon for a cycle to Hayling Island, which lies to the …read more

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Sandwiches, books and hand cream

The other day I went to Southampton on the train with a good friend, Lee, to do a bit of Christmas shopping. It was an enjoyable day, although a bit chilly. We took shelter from the arctic conditions in a pub for a much needed mid-afternoon break. A pint and a Reggae Reggae chicken and bacon …read more

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