I just wanted to say how proud I am of Northern Ireland today :-)

I burn for a place of my own, a forever place. It's a strange and insistant longing which translates itself into endless browsing of interiors magazines and, most recently, the urge to buy a vintage caravan. The fact I cannot drive doesn't seem to matter. He does, but do I really need another reason to be dependent on the man I love? No ( Read more... )

I am a wild swimmer. My body is perfectly built for perishing waters - naturally buoyant, insulated, strong. I grew up swimming in the sea whatever the season or the weather, graduated to rivers, lakes, lidos. I love the Hampstead Ladies Pool with its warm pockets and moorhens. Lake Bled in Slovenia was remarkably turquoise with enormous fish ( Read more... )

Creme brûlée is the very best dessert. It has to be made with a blowtorch, not under the grill, because the custard has to be very very thick and chilled and smooth. Then there's the gentle tapping with the teaspoon tip and the shattering sugar giving way. Like treading on frozen puddles when you were a little girl. I love chewing the burnt sugar ( Read more... )

How is one supposed to top up one's oystercard and get to work when a beautiful purring kitten keeps climbing into your arms for snuggles? It isn't fair!

Wedge heels ( Read more... )

I have just quoted "Fuck Tha Police" by NWA in my Tort Law extended coursework essay. This is possibly my most ridiculous academic moment so far, and I am loving it ;)

xxx

No more hate crimes; only love crimes. They are so much more beautiful ( Read more... )

The moon is full, and my eyes are running with tears, and I am so alone ( Read more... )

I need more friends ( Read more... )