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Sunday
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Sunday .. for the many, ...a day of rest. For the few ... relaxation as well ... for me .. Larkrise to Candleford,
and opportunity to ogle Julia Sawahla (charcter of Dorcus Lane the Post
Mistress ..). Her acting career has been varied, she has been afforded
many differing roles, but the current one suits her most admirably.
I don`t know how many of us watch this romanticised and idealistic
drift into the past on a Sunday evening, but I for one thoroughly enjoy
the escapism afforded by this witty melodrama. The character "Twister"
is one I like the best, he displays both the face of innocence and
stupidity so well. (Bit like me ..ha ha.)
It will be interesting to have a change of subject ( Televion drama
), and to see what response will be forthcoming. Hope we are
all closely aquanited with an appropriate ratio of alcohol and
water at this time of night ... I know I am .. regards to
all.
Feb. 21, 2010
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Hi Bill.
You speaking in a foreign language?
What's all this 'Larkrise to Candleford' and who the hell is Julia Sawahla?
You should get out more.
Dorcus who, the only Dorcus I ever heard of was Dorcus Juggins and
I'm sure you never heard of her either, but most Stroudies have, she and
husband George were local 'Characters'. Bit of a sad storey in the end,
but for another time.
Meanwhile back at the ranch, 'tis tea in my cup tonight I'm afraid.
Alcohol on Sunday night and work on Monday morning don't go together
very well I'm afraid. Shame really!
Have fun.
Sticky.
Feb. 22, 2010
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Hi Bill
Larkspit to Candleshit as it is known in our house. I have to hide
the razor blades and seek solace in the red vino. Sutibly recovered now.
Enjoy your Monday, what happened to Sunday?
Cheers
Steve
Feb. 22, 2010
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Bless 'e William for mentioning the name of the lovely
Julia. She seems just the thing for men of our age. I too share the
guilty pleasure of "Candlewick beadspread as we do call it round yer).
For
me it started with D Dors, B Bardot then more wholesomely, Hannah
Gordon, Felincity Kendall, segueing into the more fiesty Diana Rigg,
& Miss Lumley. But these are now too old and unnaturally held
together by surgery etc. Also they appear to have become less tractable
and more wyfflike...if you know what I mean.
But above ALL for me
it is HILARY KAY off the antiquities roadshow!!!!! What a wonderful
combination of intelligence ,knowledge, humourousness and a certain kind
of implied sexiness (which would be unthreatening to fragile abilities
such as mine) but promise much in terms of inventive naughtinesses
(Goddd I've shown meself there!!)
The 2 high points of my sad lyttle life were :
1.
Walking within 3 feet of her at a Roadshow near us ( I just managed not
to hurl myself at her dear feet...she was on her way to the bogs).
2.
A couple of weeks ago she was shown appraising a couple of matching
worlds cupping them in front of her and between was a delightful view of
demure decolletage. She said ( I can hardly bear to repeat it) "What a
magnificent pair of globes". AAAAAGGGHHH. How I continued to
occupy the same sofa as Mrs W I don't know.
What have I come to?
Feb. 22, 2010
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Well I have to admit to recording Lark Rise as my
other half goes line dancing with my daughter. I do also love Twister
and could sometimes thump Robert Timmins !!! However, if there were to
be any amorous moments with any cast member, then I have a soft spot for
the larger of the dressmaking sisters although she has now left for
Pontefract and not the lovely Malago area where I can be found
lusting.
Hilary Kay, too, floats the boat without a shadow of doubt. No matter the knowledge etc she is a corker !!
I don't remember liking Bardot, but did have a thing for Kim Novak
and later Diane Keen, Cheri Lunghi and Shirley MaClaine in no particular
order. This beats all the school dinner and Tractor stuff Francis,
thank you for that.
Cheers all,
Rich
Feb. 22, 2010
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Must confess to watching Lark Rise simply because
it requires no mental input from me. What better way to relax of a
Sunday evening? The higher levels of mental stimulation rarely come
these days, which is why I sometimes put on an old (Foggy Dewhurst era)
DVD of Summer Wine. Many people reckon I'm just a Clegg clone. So what's
wrong with that?
Feb. 23, 2010
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Sorry guys, I'm with Steve on this one, can't stand
Larkshit and Candlewax, historical dramas of any sort generally turn me
off unless they have a scientific bent. To be honest I
don't watch much telly, University Challenge and Mastermind to tax my
brain, music programmes for entertainment, only rock, blues and some
folk though, and bike racing for excitement, Oh and Suzy Perry, although
this year I'll be denied that pleasure as she's quit.
Stu
Feb. 23, 2010
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Hi Guys.
The thread seems to have drifted away from Larkspur and Candlefat or whatever.
I didn't realise this was going to turn into fantasy zone!
For me it's Sigourney Weaver every time, especially in the Alien series of films, in total contrast it's
Caroline Quinton, is she cuddley or what?
Still at our age it's nourishment and not punishment we need, a hot
meal is a lot more beneficial and it won't make you red in the face!
Not to mention new batteries in the pacemaker.
Can we talk about railways or canals now?
Have fun.
Sticky
Feb. 24, 2010
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Hello again,
The BBC series "Larkrise to Candleford" is not a fictional drama,
but is an adaptation of one persons view of life in Oxfordshire,
England set in the past. Set in the time period when
heavy goods transport relied on canals, when road improvements were
about to take place, and steam power was slowly taking
over from the use of manual labour and horses in this country.
A story of friendships, rivalries and a young girl finding
her place in the world, this is the second part of Flora Thompson's
endearing Lark Rise to Candleford trilogy on country life, which evokes
the passage from childhood to adolescence and a society on the cusp of
transformation.
Much of the appeal in Flora Thompson’s semi-autobiographical
trilogy Lark Rise to Candleford lies in its depiction of a lifestyle
that as readers, most of us have never experienced.
Written in the late 1930s- early 1940s, the books are set earlier,
at the turn of the century, in Oxfordshire - a time when productivity
and activity were largely determined by weather, length of days, and
one’s own limitations. The books describe lives of hard physical labour,
long distance travel by foot, sparse and slow communication, and
pleasure in small things.
A prevalent theme throughout all three books is one of
transformation, whether for better or worse. The rural life the
characters are accustomed to is slowly changing with the advent of
machines and automation, and the underlying tone is one of wonder at
newness tinged by regret for what is lost in its stead.
The three titles in the trilogy, Lark Rise, Over to
Candleford and Candleford Green were not released as a single
publication until 1945. First editions of the individual titles have
become quite collectable. While never written in the first
person, Lark Rise to Candleford is clearly based chiefly upon
Thompson’s own experiences. The protagonist of Lark Rise, “Laura” is a
young woman who leaves home and embarks on a new life, then finds
herself working at a post office, the lively centre for gossip in her
new town. Thompson herself grew up in Oxfordshire, and spent time
working at several post offices throughout southern England. Her writing
was first recognised when she wrote a 300-word essay about Jane Austen
for The Ladies Home Companion and won. She began to write more broadly,
and had several short stories and
articles published. She was particularly keen on writing about the
scientific research of nature, and enjoyed recognition for her articles
on plants and animals.
Lark Rise to Candleford is by far her best known work. Her sequel,
Heatherley, was released after Thompson’s death, as were two other
works, Still Glides the Stream and The Peverel Papers.
Just thought I`d share that information with you ... regards, and keep the photos coming please.
Feb. 24, 2010
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Yeah! Right Bill....YOU TELL'M!!!!!
Feb. 24, 2010
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Sorry Bill, still won't make me watch it, distinct
lack of sex and gratuitious violence, and that's just the wifes
preferences!!! And don't you encourage him Wiltshire.
Feb. 24, 2010
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Very informative as usual Francis. I don't somehow think you'll get anymore appreciation though . Peasants !!!!!
Each to his own eh. Take care all.
Rich
Feb. 24, 2010
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I can't stand Jane Austin either, and Shirl
positively detests her, something to do with having to study Pride
and Prejudice three years running at school I think.
Feb. 24, 2010
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Hi Stu,
I don't suppose Thomas Hardy will do much for you and Shirl then !!!!!! Stories of downtown Dorset.
Rich
Feb. 24, 2010
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I dunno Rich, Tess of the d'Urbervilles, sex,
violence, murder, although he could have spiced the writing up a bit and
cut it in half. Shirls favourite book is The Portrait of Dorian Grey,
by Oscar Wilde so not too modern, otherwise it's crime, Peter Robinson
in particular, can't think why he hasn't been trandlated to TV.
Strangely enough one of my favorite books, and authors, is Dandelion
Wine by Ray Bradbury, other than that its SciFi, although I like Peter
Robinson as well.
Feb. 24, 2010
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Hi Guys.
I see we've managed to get off Fantasy Island.
It's funny how Peter Robinson keeps popping up. One of my best read
authors as well, although reading Terry Pratchet at the moment (when I
get the time).
Nice of Bill to keep us informed about the finer points of the
Sunday evening TV drama, but I have to admit to my ignorance in that I
had never heard of it until Bill extolled it's virtues. Must be
something to do with my mis-spent youth, more interested in fishing and
girls than literature, mind you, I never was much good at any of them.
This probably accounts for the railways, tractors, canals, etc.
Getting late, gotta go.
Have fun.
Sticky.
Feb. 24, 2010
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It's no good complaining about being no good at
things Sticky, you just got to keep practicing, mind you I'm still no
good at fishing !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Stu
Feb. 25, 2010
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If we're talking books etc then some of my
favourite authors are Robert Ludlum, Lee Child, Robert Crais, Michael
Connelly and Ian Rankin. I like authors who use a character. Ludlum has
Jason Bourne, although the books are better than the films. Lee Child
has the ex army red cap Major Jack Reacher and Michael Connelly has
Heironymous "Harry" Bosch. All good reads for me.
On another subject. Francis Williams pay attention !!! On taking a
short cut through the magazine section in Asda today I spotted the front
cover of the March issue of Woman and Home. A rather fetchhing picture
of Julia whatsherface and....an interview. Now I reckon your now retired
wife might like a copy of that to read at her leisure and that would
give you ample time to "Letch " at the cover photo. What do you think?
You could always just pop out for some milk and bread and have a look
yourself.
Cheers for now,
Rich
Feb. 25, 2010
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What a sad picture you paint Rich!
Men like "us"
lurking around supermarket periodical shelves in the hope of ctching
sight the front of Woman & Home, maybe a slice if the action on
Womens Own. Best of all summoning up the courage to buy a copy of The
Lady, "just for the wife, you understand".
If they find out the supermarkets will be putting ladies magz on the top shelf.
Anyway
this descent is too too depressing. Best to admit sexual defeat and
join William and Sticky in the world of mechanical & technical
porn.
Feb. 25, 2010
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Morning all,
Thanks for that Rich, I am due to go to Asda at Frome this morning
as it happens .. we go there for a change sometimes. (Dont want to give
our local Mr Tesco all my food shopping money !). I may buy two copies
.. Ha Ha.
I am alwasy suprised at the diversity of taste in literature among
people. I experienced many books as a child, a taste for adventure (and
escapism) was my favourite break from the Encyclopedia. Thankfully
there was both a library in Moorland Road (not far from where I
lived in Third Avenue, Oldfield Park, Bath), and a kindly vertically
challenged shop keeper who paid me to take his library books back every
week. This payment was of course returned immediately by me in the form
of edible purchases, so it wasn`t out of circulation for too long.
See, I just knew the information about Larkrise to Candleford
would useful in provoking more responses. Must be off now (in
anticipation) to see the lovely Julias` face and read all her
gossip .. Ha Ha .. I wonder if she has a fan club secretary?
Feb. 25, 2010
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