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A work weekend in Winchester (Rousse)

Posted on September 20, 2018 by Dreamaticus

The work trip was a long weekend  in Winchester. Our accommodation was so meagre that I was forced to sleep in an indoor cave squashed between two of my reportees. One complained that I sniffed and blew my nose all … Continue reading →

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Unwelcome sister interference in matters of the heart (Rousse)

Posted on September 19, 2018 by Dreamaticus

I had my suspicions that sixth form sweethearts G and JB had called it a day on their long marriage. That GB was a single man at last was confirmed when JB mentioned her ‘new partner’ to me. I headed … Continue reading →

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Stitches of sisterly love (Rousse)

Posted on September 17, 2018 by Dreamaticus

My sister S embroidered a green and yellow Laura Ashley tapestry for me overnight, just so that I could display matching cushions on my new blue sofa.

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Thrills of the naked Newbrough to Newcastle commuter (Rousse)

Posted on September 17, 2018 by Dreamaticus

I commuted to Newcastle daily by bus and train from Newbrough, Northumberland – naked. I knew it was wrong, but found it so hard to break my habit. It was such a thrill every morning to walk down Grainger Street … Continue reading →

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Art distraction (Rousse)

Posted on September 15, 2018 by Dreamaticus

TPR took down all the pictures in the hall and replaced them with a single massive canvas. It was so big that it covered both the wall and the floor. Friends, art lovers, and the general public from all around … Continue reading →

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School for penguin cuddlers (Belle)

Posted on September 14, 2018 by Dreamaticus

I was sent away to boarding school where the school game was penguin cuddling.  Penguin cuddling is scored on both style and endurance.

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The drunkard and the dead dog of the depths (Rousse)

Posted on September 14, 2018 by Dreamaticus

GG was so surprised to find me outside her house that she collapsed on the pavement in a heap before I even had a chance to greet her. When eventually she came to, she was delighted to meet me for … Continue reading →

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Illegal immigration from Canada to the US with a stolen identity (Rousse)

Posted on September 14, 2018 by Dreamaticus

The border between Canada and the US was due to reopen temporarily, but nobody knew for how long. I was determined to cross it. However, as a UK citizen, this would be illegal. As part of my disguise as an … Continue reading →

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Lego leisure wear (Belle)

Posted on September 11, 2018 by Dreamaticus

My hair had been washed and I was waiting for my superstar hairdresser to enter the shop. I got up and wandered upstairs, where I bought  a pair of trainers made of Lego.

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Party date mix-up and chocolate Settlers of Catan (Rousse)

Posted on September 6, 2018 by Dreamaticus

TPR caused chaos when he declared that we would host our Christmas party on Friday rather than Saturday due to the weather forecast. The last minute change meant that some people now couldn’t make the celebration, and there was a … Continue reading →

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