As some of you might know, I’ve deleted Twitter off my phone, though kept my profile to keep my username my own. Despite some political temptations, … Twitter data grab Meant to share this from my other blog yesterday. Note, this is web sign in only - the app won’t let you change this setting. … Continue reading Twitter data grab
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Social media is awful…but…
It also gives us gems like this! Text reads - photosbygy-deactivated20200605 kinda wanna relationship, kinda wanna stay single my whole life, kinda wanna go on adventures, kinda wanna stay in my bed my whole life - obtrta It's the Baggins side of your bloodline fighting the Took in you - septembersung There are two wolves … Continue reading Social media is awful…but…
Which medieval owl are you?
This has been keeping me entertained for far longer than can be seen as reasonable.
TIME CHANGE – LBC White Swan
Greetings LBC White Swan crew! As a result of the exciting news that England are in the finals on Sunday (14th of July) book club will begin at 5pm this month. So,14th July - 5pm - white swan Pub to discuss Storyland by Amy Jeffs.
LBC White Swan – Book 132*- Lord Valentine’s Castle by Robert Silverberg
LBC White Swan Venue: White Swan Leeds Date: Sunday 14th of July 2019 Time: 6:00pm Address: Swan Street, Leeds Discussing: Lord Valentine's Castle by Robert Silverberg BLURB Lord Valentine’s Castle He is a man with no past— a wanderer without memory of his origins. He calls himself Valentine. As a member of a motley group of … Continue reading LBC White Swan – Book 132*- Lord Valentine’s Castle by Robert Silverberg
Quick Review – Cut and Thirst by Margaret Atwood
This morning I headed out for a walk with a mission. Two technically. Firstly - and probably more urgently - I’ve become a rather sedentary little puff ball during these past cold and wet weeks so have to engage on a Get Fit…ter program for the next… 40 years or so. No bother. Secondly, I … Continue reading Quick Review – Cut and Thirst by Margaret Atwood
First Folio in Skipton
As part of my birthday week celebrations (what do you mean birthdays are only one day?!?), we have taken a mid-week break from our regular toil and are visiting Skipton and the Dales. Although I’ve visited the town before, I’ve somehow never made it into the delightful Craven* Museum before. This is a shame on … Continue reading First Folio in Skipton
May Reads
08-05 - The List of Suspicious Things - Jennie GodfreyLBC HorsforthOld Kings ArmsFace to Face7:30pm 12-05 - Lord Valentines Castle - Robert SilverbergLBC White SwanWhite Swan PubFace to Face6pm 18-05 - Her Fearful Symmetry - Audrey Niffenegger LBC 3 ReadsZOOMTime TBC The List of Suspicious Things Yorkshire, 1979 Maggie Thatcher is prime minister, drainpipe jeans … Continue reading May Reads
Happy St Patrick’s Day/ Lá fhéile Pádraig sona dhuit!
https://youtu.be/kl7dsE1MGmc?feature=shared From my aunt, to my mother, to me… Sending hugs and love to all my family, at home and abroad this Patrick’s Day. And to you, my friends – wishing you joy and luck for the year ahead. Spring is here.
Whatsapp Channel
For anyone finding the group chats a little verbose, I’m testing out an LBC Channel. This will only contain announcements from the admin (me!) on times, dates & upcoming book choices. Follow the Leeds Book Club channel on WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaOVpNFDuMRp8jH3kn0j I’d love to hear your feedback 😃
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