A long year....and a break

 Dear readers, 

First of all, hope you're all OK as well as your loved ones. It has been 15 (long) months, roughly, since the start of the pandemic. We had 3 lockdown, many shops have closed, re-opened, closed and re-opend again, many other restrictions, some have been lifted, while some are still in place for the time being. Patience...(yes, I'm aware it's not easy especially when you want to travel and/or see your family). 

But in other good news, vaccine is here! So, don't wait! ;) 

Meanwhile...

I'm not going anywhere but have realized I don't feel as enthusiastic as I was when I first started this blog, nor have written much lately. I'm sure I'll come back at some point or change my mind. Who knows? But for now....a break is needed. 

Thank you again for those who still read what I wrote, even after all this time (11 years, 4 months, 1 week and a few hours give or take but who's counting?) 😉😅

Take care and see you around :) xxx

Coronavirus, or how to slow down the whole world

Dear readers,

Just a quick article today, hoping everyone is OK, safe and more importantly healthy.

As we enter uncertain times, and as most of our daily live is starting to slow down, don't forget that you're not alone. We are all in this together.

Don't forget to stay in touch with your friends, and family (it helps to keep sane, especially if you are working from home and/or in self-isolation), to take a short walk every day-if you can, fresh air can be beneficial, read a good book, watch your favorite(s) TV show or movie(s), drink tea (or coffee if you prefer),  or do some ironing (lol), listen to music, sing along if you want to, but keep busy as much as possible :) so you don't think too much about this bloody virus.

I'm aware it's not easy but every little things (small or big) can help (if not for quoting Tesco catchphrase lol).

Take care, and above all stay safe and healthy (I know I've said it at the beginning of my article but who cares?) *smile*

See around soon for another article xxx

....and 10 years :)

Dear readers,

I hope you're all OK since my last article? Sorry, I haven't taken the time to write very much these past months.

I just wanted to wish my blog a very belated HAPPY BIRTHDAY as it has now reached ten years! :) I still can't believe it sometimes but apparently it's true ;)
So, thank you again for your patience and support, even if I admit, I do write less and less these days. Whether it's because I'm busy or simply because I don't always feel very inspired...
In any case, I hope you're still enjoying it :)

However, the question of keeping this blog active is a recurring thought as I don't know if you're still interested or if I'm inspired enough to continue. Not that I don't like my blog anymore, of course not. It has been a safe place to share my thoughts (books, movies, friendship, love) , anything else going through my mind at the time...) or/and my fears (sometimes) etc... but a part of me feels like I have come to a cross road. Sort of.  And I don't know yet whether to continue or not. We'll see in the coming months.

Meanwhile, for those who celebrate,  happy Valentine's Day in advance and for those who don't (like me), it's OK too :)  there are absolutely no pressure. Don't feel guilty just because you have no plans.
I could probably write a novel on the subject (lol).

Take care and see you all around xxx

The Bridgerton-Update

Dear readers,

Hope you're all OK and are enjoying the summer so far...?

Just a quick update related to my previous article regarding the upcoming Netflix series 'The Bridgerton' based on Julia Quinn's famous books, which I've read and read and read again... :)

The cast is, almost I think, complete and the filming has started in London.
It will be on Netflix in 2020. More later :)

Take care and see you soon for another article! :) xxx 

The Bridgerton: Books vs Netflix

Dear readers,

Hope you're all OK and are currently enjoying the Summer?
Sorry, I haven't written in a long time...

In the meantime, I don't know if you're aware or know about the Bridgerton already? (If not, you definitely should!). The author (Julia Quinn) imagined a family of eight children, named in alphabetical order (Anthony, Benedict, Colin, Daphne, Eloise, Francesca, Gregory and Hyacinth), living in the middle-of the 19th Century. As you can imagined, a lot happens, with their mother's meddling and encouraging them to marry, their constant banter, the mysterious Lady Whistledown and other intrigues....that I'll let you discover :)  I can guarantee they'll make you laugh and cry at the same time. Almost impossible to stop reading! :)

However, I recently discovered that it was to become a TV series, coming soon on Netflix. I'm a bit...how can I say? Hum...divided, shall we say? In a way, I'm curious and intrigued as to what the result is going to be, as I read the books and I always wondered what the characters would like if a TV series or a movie would ever be made one day. It might be fun to watch after all. It might be a good TV show, despite my misgivings. And I won't know until I watch it, that's for sure. But a part of me is also worried. Not too worried. Just a little bit. Mostly because half the time, whenever they tried to adapt books whether it's for the cinema or the TV, it's a...disaster. Sorry but it can be sometimes. It's either too much. Or too cheesy. Or they cut most of what happened in the books (e.g Harry Potter franchise or Twilight being one of many examples, there are probably others) or tend to change everything. The main reason...money. Or the director has his or her own visions, which can differ, I guess, from the book(s).
Also, Netflix is big machine...so to speak (like Amazon Prime). Some TV shows rarely get a proper chance. And disappear too soon. Whatever the reason is (bad reviews, not many interests, too expensive...). Each streaming company has its own policy.

Anyway, that's just me. You're welcome to have your opinion. And, like I said, above, I won't know specifically until I saw at least one episode (whenever its released, although it might be a while as they are only starting to assemble the cast). So more later....I'll keep you posted.
Whilst waiting, you can read the books in  advance ;)
Take care and see you soon for another article xxx

P.s= There are also prequels....if you are interested?

Wherever you are

Dear readers,

Hope you're OK and have been enjoying this early sunny Spring :)

 I won't be long today, sorry it'll be a short article.  I'll try to come back soon :)
Meanwhile, I think a picture can speak a thousands words or so they say...;-)
I choose this one, not because of the author (although I do enjoy her books) but mostly due to the title...that kind of speak to me.

This article is dedicated to a very special someone whom I  miss very much :) Take care and see you soon for another article :) xxx

And 9 years :)

Dear readers,

Hope you're all OK?

First, I apologize for not writing sooner but I wasn't inspired and have been quite busy. I'm still trying to figure out a few things out at the moment.

Meanwhile, a question keeps returning (I think I may have mentioned it a few years ago) as to whether or not I'll continue writing this blog. Mostly because I don't write as much as I used to. But I've decided to keep my blog for the time being, it'll just write sporadically ( not as often).

Anyway, it is with a few days delay that I would like to wish my blog a very happy birthday :) 9 years! I can't still believe it :) Hope you're still enjoying it! :) In any case, thank you for following my articles ! :)

Take care and see you soon for another article :) xxx