Monthly Archives: April 2014

The Albion

Posted on April 25, 2014 by TBM

A few weeks ago we were out and about enjoying a lovely sunny day in London. However, a football match that we wanted to watch was about to start so we started searching for a pub that would have the … Continue reading →

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Review: The Secret Agent by Joseph Conrad

Posted on April 24, 2014 by TBM

I’ve been slacking quite a bit on the reading aspect of my 50 year challenge. I started the year off well and then hit a wall. Part of the problem was I started reading Walden by Henry David Thoreau. It … Continue reading →

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Wooohooo! A four day weekend!

Posted on April 17, 2014 by TBM

Happy Friday! I know technically it isn’t Friday, but we have a four-day weekend starting tomorrow. Initially we wanted to go out of town for the Easter holiday and many of you offered suggestions of places we should go. However, … Continue reading →

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Travel Memories: Relaxation

Posted on April 11, 2014 by TBM

I hope all of you had a wonderful week. I’ve been feeling super lazy lately, hence this post. I’m not sure what our weekend plans are yet, but I have a feeling I won’t be too inspired to do much. Have … Continue reading →

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The Old Thameside Pub

Posted on April 4, 2014 by TBM

This past Saturday we had beautiful weather, which put me in the mood to wander along the Thames. Wandering makes me thirsty. We’ve been by this pub, The Old Thameside, on many occasions but never stopped for a drink. Luckily … Continue reading →

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Movie Review: American Graffiti

Posted on April 2, 2014 by TBM

American Graffiti, released in 1973, is a coming of age film. I was surprised that George Lucas was the director and co-writer. I associate him with Star Wars, not coming of age. Well maybe coming of age, but in space. … Continue reading →

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