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Entire Georgian terrace destroyed by fire (Rousse)

Posted on April 14, 2016 by Dreamaticus

When we returned from our early morning run we noticed smoke leaking through the main door of number 15. We took no action. Two hours later the fire had spread along the street and firefighters were banging on every door. … Continue reading →

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A reluctant speaker at the Melrose Chamber of Commerce (Rousse)

Posted on April 14, 2016 by Dreamaticus

I went into hiding again. I really did not want to give a presentation to the Melrose Chamber of Commerce.

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Where to source Moomin wrapping paper (Rousse)

Posted on April 14, 2016 by Dreamaticus

Delegates who bought conference souvenirs of the conference were wrapping them up in Moomin paper as presents for friends and family back at home. Due to luggage restrictions – and laziness – most people were only using tiny sections of … Continue reading →

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Imprisoned by the Taliban (Rousse)

Posted on April 13, 2016 by Dreamaticus

The pilot instructed the air stewards to set the alarm, and explain its function to the passengers. My response to the news that we were under attack was to send a farewell text to my parents – just in case. … Continue reading →

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Pregnant at 50 (Rousse)

Posted on April 13, 2016 by Dreamaticus

My sister-in-law SMc made her announcement. ‘I’m expecting a baby’, she beamed. This was clearly a planned pregnancy. S and her partner A were delighted.

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A tempting offer to come out of retirement (Rousse)

Posted on April 11, 2016 by Dreamaticus

I picked up the call on TPR’s mobile. It was his old boss. ‘Keith Falconer’s left the company and I need a quick replacement’ he said. ‘I’m willing to pay £33k for a one year contract. Do you think TPR … Continue reading →

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Inadequate marathon training (Rousse)

Posted on April 10, 2016 by Dreamaticus

This marathon relay was never going to work. For a start DT, SL, my sister J and I had not done enough training. Our other problem was that we had not yet discussed who would do which leg – even … Continue reading →

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Estate agent lies (Rousse)

Posted on April 3, 2016 by Dreamaticus

The kitchen in our new flat was long, skinny, and crumbly. The light fittings would have to go, new power points were needed so that we could move the appliances in from the middle of the room to positions flush … Continue reading →

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Chaotic Pitlochry guest house – with Catan (Rousse)

Posted on April 2, 2016 by Dreamaticus

R and JG relocated to Pitlochry then sold their business. They warned us about the new owners and predicted (accurately) that our reservation would get mixed up with that for Mr Lewis. Although we despaired at the chaos – including … Continue reading →

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Lost classmate found in yellow flares on TV talent show (Rousse)

Posted on April 2, 2016 by Dreamaticus

I tracked GK down singing in a TV talent show, dark-haired (obviously from a bottle), bare-chested, and wearing bright yellow, high-waisted, flared trousers. Although his body was in good shape, GK was clearly not as fit as TPR.

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