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John Cooper Clarke and Manchester Vibe
Do you have a qualifying question to determine whether the person you are talking to is of the same energetic vibration? After seeing this quote by Steve Coogan (born in Manchester himself), I added this question to my list of first-meeting-new-person questions. “If I’m talking to someone and go, ‘D’you know John Cooper Clarke?’ and…
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On Solo Dining and Unexpected Inspirations
I am with a friend for lunch at a very busy high-end Italian restaurant in Kensington. It is a buzzing and very social place. There are tables with big families, groups of friends, and couples.Suddenly, a beautiful lady in her late 70s caught my attention.Beautifully dressed with an amazing hairdo and manicure, she radiated grace…
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On meeting Solo Travellers
It’s a rainy February night in Mannheim, Germany. I’m at a lively bar, chatting with a Swiss guy and a German guy. Although we come from different countries and age groups and have different relationships, we all love solo travel. I ask them, “What kind of solo travel do you do?” “I mainly go to…
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Solo Dating
Friday night in January, and I am meeting a friend in the local pub.The pub is pleasantly full; it is great to see so many people who did not give in to the dry January propaganda and chose to socialise and support struggling British pubs. We are talking about dating, or rather, how to find…
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On unconditional love and a bit of poetry.
“I shall always love you”, I said He was surprised; he did not expect this “I love you also”, he said The thing is, nothing ever happened between us other than a powerful connection that felt like a soul-level bond. We can talk seriously and laugh for hours. I learnt so much from this man.…
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On changing the January mindset
Traditionally, January is not an easy month – winter blues start kicking in, and I crave sun and light, remembering summer holidays and spending more time inside than usual. But this year, I am trying to change my mindset. Especially with yesterday’s first full moon of the year, it is an excellent time to let…
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Christmas Day Pyjamas
December brings the most dreaded question after “Are you travelling solo?”And the question is, “What are you doing for Christmas?”And, my dear reader, I have a confession to make.I mostly do not answer this question truthfully. I prefer to spend Christmas Day alone. That may be why Home Alone is one of my favourite movies…
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On a vintage home style
“What do you like most about your furniture business, and how did you get into this?” I was seriously curious to learn. “I love the history of an item and what story it could tell. Sharing my passion helps you see the value in vintage pieces and feel inspired to find your own stories in…
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On Poetry and Unexpected Gifts
Sunday morning in Covent Garden Square was alive with its usual energy—street performers calling out, musicians tuning up, and the hum of shoppers drifting through the air. Amid the bustle, a young man sat behind a vintage typewriter, its retro keys clacking like something from another era. “What would you like me to write about?”…
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“No man is a failure if he has friends”.
It was May this year when I had a call from my friend Tanya. “Please do not shout at me, but I have to tell you something. I know you decided not to pursue home buying after your last unpleasant experience, and you hate the whole home searching process. I’ve been doing it secretly for…
Life Philosophy
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I’m Yana De Lilac
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