Author Archives: yablon
Facebook etiquette: excuse me, would you mind awfully if I poked you?
In a week where Mini-Me has learnt how to address the Queen correctly as she drops her a note to express her excitement of the forthcoming Diamond Jubilee, I am wondering about the etiquette of Facebook. Are we foisting personal information … Continue reading
2 definitions of a (dinner) party
(dinner) party noun a social occasion at which guests eat dinner together. Conversation topics include politics, cleaning lady, children’s accolades and husband’s work. Canapés or crudités on offer before dinner is served. Table plan reveal who your host thinks you … Continue reading
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On your marks, get set…
I’m pretty sure that I’m not a shopping addict. I have proof; department stores make me feel giddy, I find high streets uninspiring and I abandon many a basket online. But I will admit that my heart does flutter a … Continue reading
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War Horse: a novelist’s dream
It is a quite outstanding tale to tell and no less outstanding for the author himself. http://www.culturecompass.co.uk/2012/01/11/war-horse-a-novelists-dream/ And, here is my review of Spielberg’s film: http://www.culturecompass.co.uk/2012/01/09/war-horse-review/
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