So the big day is almost here. And I still haven’t finished the Christmas shopping or made a start on any of my Uni work for January. Oh well, that’ll have to wait! I’m gonna enjoy myself – I hope you do too! Happy Christmas everyone!!
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
We Are The People
I know it’s already a few years old, but I found this song by Australian band Empire of the Sun strangely topical for me, as I was recently part of a group presentation about the treatment of indigenous peoples in Brazil and Guatemala. It’s a really catchy song, and I’m impressed with the video. The …read more
One more week to go…
Despite the freezing cold winds which have been sweeping Portsmouth, people seem to be quite merry. I guess you’ve got to be cheerful when it’s so cold and dark all the time. Every winter I promise myself I’ll be well prepared with presents and ahead with my workload, and every year I end up rushing …read more
A fresh start at University
Half an hour ago, I was sitting outside a café with some of my classmates. I don’t know them that well, but sipping at my overpriced mug of coffee, we were laughing and it felt as if I could have known them for years. All my fears of not making new friends had totally evaporated. …read more
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