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Rousse’s precious bra stash

Posted on September 9, 2012 by Dreamaticus

The men rounded us all up and confiscated our valuables, including mobile phones. We women were trapped with no means of calling for help. JW soon emerged as our leader. She reminded us all that our most precious (and also … Continue reading →

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Rousse is a proud non-practising dentist

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Dreamaticus

Earlier in the day the workshop leader had referred to “the dentist” in the room. I resolved that as soon as the opportunity arose I would point out that there were actually two dentists present. Although I had never practised … Continue reading →

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Prime-time reality TV botanic bonus (Rousse)

Posted on November 19, 2011 by Dreamaticus

I was the star of a prime-time reality TV show. Cut off from the rest of the world as the team leader of six adventurers, I was only allowed one short walkie-talkie call with my family over the course of … Continue reading →

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Walking in Glencoe bereft of map and boots, but with Take That (Rousse)

Posted on October 16, 2011 by Dreamaticus

I was the reluctant leader of a small running club expedition to Glencoe. Unqualified for the role, I was making a complete mess of it. First, we arrived far too late in the afternoon to tackle any of the interesting … Continue reading →

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