Author Archives: Dreamaticus

An apple a day (Belle)

Posted on September 1, 2014 by Dreamaticus

I was standing on the top floor of the office, eating the delicious contents of a jar of ‘pink apple jelly’ with a spoon. I only stopped to admire the old-fashioned lettering on the label – ‘Ariadne – the State … Continue reading →

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Drawbacks of glass house living in Edinburgh (Rousse)

Posted on September 1, 2014 by Dreamaticus

The general public was using our glass-fronted flat as a thoroughfare to the Omni Centre. It was impossible to stop them, despite my pleas of “You wouldn’t have me wandering around uninvited in your kitchen, would you?” Some young men … Continue reading →

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Malcolm McLaren dons eye patch at degree show (Rousse)

Posted on August 30, 2014 by Dreamaticus

Malcolm McLaren seemed somewhat out of place at a conference on women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, especially while wearing an eye patch. Then someone pointed out that this was a degree show and I accepted that this (perhaps) … Continue reading →

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Fishy reality TV show combines classification with cuisine (Rousse)

Posted on August 29, 2014 by Dreamaticus

As we wandered along the country lane my impoverished companion was complaining that nobody ever invited her out on a date. Then we heard the noise of a tractor approaching us from behind and pulled into the hedgerow to let … Continue reading →

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Unwelcome guest on Scottish island is served yellow slime for supper (Rousse)

Posted on August 28, 2014 by Dreamaticus

On Thursday afternoon I observed CEO AM in her London headquarters deep in discussion with a very bright 16 year old girl, apparently the daughter of JMcL (who, as far as I knew, didn’t have any children). On Friday night … Continue reading →

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Scrabble rule change (Rousse)

Posted on August 27, 2014 by Dreamaticus

The new Scrabble rule allowed players to swap their letters with those of their opponent. I was taking full advantage of this, much to the annoyance of my husband.

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The allure of Andrea versus a purple glitter manicure (Rousse)

Posted on August 25, 2014 by Dreamaticus

This time he was chasing a quiet, slim, blonde 16 year old called Andrea. I thought that HDB with her purple glitter finger nails was far more interesting.

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Name of the Rose actress in love triangle (Rousse)

Posted on August 24, 2014 by Dreamaticus

My husband took advantage of my absence over the weekend by seducing the famous Chinese actress Ting Lan Ling. He had been fascinated by her ever since she played the role of book whisperer in The name of the rose. … Continue reading →

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Disappointing reunion and relatives (Rousse)

Posted on August 19, 2014 by Dreamaticus

I was rather disappointed with the table setting at the big reunion party. Surely this kind of occasion deserved proper table linen and glasses? The paper napkins and plastic cups were simply not good enough. I would have to have … Continue reading →

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Salmond recruits dogs and dolphins to support Scottish independence bid (Rousse)

Posted on August 18, 2014 by Dreamaticus

The white poodle was reluctant to leave his post – literally. Following the instruction of Alex Salmond, the dog had been guarding the long wooden stick ever since the Scottish independence referendum was first announced. I persuaded him that his … Continue reading →

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