tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-39525471808607321922024-03-14T06:33:46.115+00:00The Avenue to Acquirement and AcquisitionCountry bumpkin turned law student. Huge love of dogs. My life, my thoughts, my passions. Enjoy!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481676782889675097noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952547180860732192.post-53526623921267334282014-01-03T14:02:00.000+00:002014-01-03T14:02:21.385+00:00Jobcentre Plus: Friend or Foe?
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<span style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Most likely you have walked past the local Jobcentre Plus in your town, but what exactly do they do? Help you find a job? Check your CV maybe? </span><span style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Until recently I had absolutely no experience of a Jobcentre. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">A few months ago my dad was made redundant after 20 years on the press so yesterday, as naive job hunters, we thought to venture inside. </span><span style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">This is my experience:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">As we walked in we were greeted by a man (who we can only assume was a security guard) in a G4S uniform "What are you looking for Sir?". <i>Reasonable so far.</i></span><span style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">To which my dad replied "a job" - the cockney joker inside couldn't resist the opportunity. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">"Well you can't get a job here."</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">The man was not joking. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Not one bit. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">We should have taken the hint then and left. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">However, we didn't leave. My dad explained how his main objective of the visit was to find out more about his National Insurance contribution while he 'enjoys life as a house husband' and as a main carer for my sister. Needless to say, we never given this information. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">To every question my dad asked, the response at all times was "do you have a computer?" </span><span style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The exception to the rule was when asked about courses on offer. I was then </span><span style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">pointed at and told "we could find a course for her but not you, not over 25's. Do you have a computer?"</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">We were given a sheet of paper from RoboG4S comprising of a list of webpages where my dad could look for a job. These included "www.argos.co.uk", "www.gumtree.com" and "http://jobsthesun.co.uk". Then we were told the alternative was to "pay an agency to find a job". </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Understandably, we left pretty promptly.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Although this experience got me thinking. What is the purpose of a job centre? I envisaged a hive of activity, with empathetic workers eager to discover your skills, direct you towards courses or CV clinics and answer the questions of the unemployed facing uncertain and often worrying times. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="text-align: left;">There were </span><a href="http://www.ons.gov.uk/ons/rel/lms/labour-market-statistics/december-2013/statistical-bulletin.html" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank">2.39 million people</a><span style="text-align: left;"> unemployed aged 16 and over in the UK at the end of 2013. Coupled with the statistic that </span><span style="text-align: left;">"</span><a href="http://www.conservatives.com/getbritainworking/pdf/Job%20Club%20Guide%20Public%20Version.pdf" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank">Only 10 percent of people get their jobs through Jobcentre Plus.</a><span style="text-align: left;">" So, is the Jobcentre Plus a viable service in the modern day?</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Just imagine for one moment being unemployed, unable to pay the bills, desperate to find a job and you experienced the same treatment we had at the Jobcentre? What if you don't have a computer, or even know how to use one? How would you respond to a person, with the appearance of a security guard, repeating robotic statements at you? </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">The frustration, anger and isolation would be incomprehensible. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">I asked around to see if perhaps my experience was unique, but unfortunately it was not. The consensus was that staff are <i>rude</i>, <i>unhelpful</i> and d<i>o not understand the processes</i>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">The public's perception of a Jobcentre contrasted with their actual experiences could be the reason for the '<a href="http://www.parliament.uk/business/committees/committees-a-z/commons-select/work-and-pensions-committee/inquiries/parliament-2010/the-role-of-jobcentre-plus/" target="_blank">Commons Select Committee on the Role of the Jobcentre Plus in the Reformed Welfare System'</a>. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">The Parliament website describes a Jobcentre Plus as having three functions: </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;">In loose terms, providing a list of website where you can find a job may be considered a service to unemployed people. Supporting a flexible market is questionable, from my experience the service was certainly not flexible to those over 25, nor those with queries that did not relate to joining the public welfare system.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;">A Jobcentre is supposed to be a working age support service. As a third party in the proceedings, I saw no support and certainly no service. It is now more understandable why people become 'stuck on benefits'. Where is the help to get them out of the vicious cycle? The Conservative party has introduced the concept of Job Clubs, a place where you can meet and share your experiences of job hunting. It is a chance to network and gain support from people in the same situation. Is this the future for job seekers? If only 10% of people are using Jobcentres then this more personal, community based ideal could be the future but if not where do we go next?</span></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481676782889675097noreply@blogger.com0Hampshire, UK51.034282772955464 -1.150926031250037350.395358272955463 -2.4418195312500375 51.673207272955466 0.13996746874996258tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952547180860732192.post-20889939072988764162013-08-12T13:13:00.000+01:002013-08-12T13:13:13.223+01:00Tapas in SurreySaturday night was the time we would be together as a spanglish family of 8 until the next time we can match up our diaries. Therefore the natural thing to do was to go out and celebrate our fantastic time together. So off we went, 5 Spanish, 2 half Spaniards and my very English father, by convoy to the only place to eat tapas in Surrey- <a href="http://www.laterrazawalton.com/" target="_blank">La Terraza</a>.<br />
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My mum and I had been trying to explain to our family for a while why this is our favourite restaurant, but it has always been hard to put our finger on the precise reason why. Was it the excellent food? The same, friendly camareros who greet you as old friends? The busy ambience? Traditional decor? Or even the fact that there is always a football match on in the background? Whatever it is, it works.<br />
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Before long we were sipping glasses of Rioja Bordon, saluting glasses of Estrella and swapping around large plates of tapas like a family at their own private fiesta.<br />
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These platos were delicious as usual. So much so my Aunt and Uncle said the food was better at <a href="http://www.laterrazawalton.com/" target="_blank">La Terraza</a> than in most tapas bars in the Baleares and Spanish peninsular itself. Now from two people who make each meal taste out of this world (see some photos <a href="http://thelearnedrose.blogspot.co.uk/2013/08/que-aproveche-bon-profit.html" target="_blank">here</a>), it's a big compliment.<br />
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As usual we sampled most things off the tapas menu, including Arroz con Pollo, Calamari Frito, Berenjenas and Patatas Riojanas. However by far my favourite dish was the Pulpo a la Gallega. Now I understand that octopus is not a common dish in the UK but it's delicious, and in some places it can acquire a tough texture but not here. It was so delicious, we had to fight my little cousin for the plate. As for the Pimientos de Padron, I managed to get a spicy one so I'm thrilled to see what my good luck for the year will bring!!<br />
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As the evening drew on, it would have been rude not to have a small postre. Like with everything else on the menu, it was hard to choose but my sister settled for her favourite Homemade Profiteroles with thick chocolate sauce with just reminds me of times in Spain. Whereas I couldn't go to La Terraza without having the Flan de Huevos- it's a must for anyone.<br />
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So if you only eat out once this year, make sure it's tapas and make sure it's at <a href="http://www.laterrazawalton.com/" target="_blank">La Terraza</a>.<br />
Thank you to everyone there who made it a perfect evening to end my spanish summer adventure.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481676782889675097noreply@blogger.com0Guildford, Surrey, UK51.23622 -0.5704090000000405851.1566945 -0.73177050000004051 51.315745500000006 -0.40904750000004059tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952547180860732192.post-49811136384666062912013-08-04T17:40:00.001+01:002013-08-04T17:40:23.446+01:00The Surrey Girl ReturnsWell hello there!<br />
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It's been a whirlwind two weeks. I had the most horrendous DELE exam, which luckily I passed with a surprisingly good grade and proceeded to take full advantage of a rest day down at the beach. Even more so, seeing as I was to catch a flight back to London the next day!<br />
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I cannot lie to you, it is strange being home. My language skills are all a muddle, 'spanglish' was all I could muster for a fair few hours. My little cousin came over to the UK with me, which is lovely as it means I can ease into UK life without missing my beautiful island too much.<br />
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However, there wasn't time to miss anything or anyone as the next day was my little sister's birthday, and not just any birthday, her 18th! We had a breakfast of ensaimadas and a day of pampering, before partying on down at the <a href="http://www.driftgolfclub.com/" target="_blank">Drift Golf Club</a> in East Horsley. It turned out that a friend who I hadn't seen in far too long was working behind the bar, a lovely surprise! We also had a fantastic DJ, <a href="http://www.thezenrelics.com/fr_home.cfm" target="_blank">Guy Sunshine</a>, who was helpful and cheerful despite our embarrassing song demands such as<strike> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8DNQRtmIMxk" target="_blank">Whigfield's Saturday Night</a>, dance moves included</strike>. Our little cousins loved dancing the night away, even after they had to change into their pyjamas! At midnight we returned home, like cinderella although a little less graceful. My sister's party was A LOT more sophisticated then mine, I couldn't help but reminisce back to my soldier and sailor themed 18th where everyone was much more underdressed lets say... But that was nearly 5 years ago now! Wahhh, I'll be trialing anti-wrinkle cream before you know it.<br />
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Due to the summer holidays I have been on a few day trips with my little munchkins, including Hampton Court and Arundel Castle. We also made our own afternoon tea including bread for sandwiches, cupcakes and exquisite lemon drizzle cake bars. I wish I took a photo. Amongst all of this I have been trying to help my mum organise some very important, exciting things which we hope to share with you all very soon.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Getting lost in the rose garden at Hampton Court</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Arundel Castle- Photo by @surreygirlgrace</td></tr>
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However all this means I'm still living out of a suitcase, maybe it's a sign I should take a weekend break away somewhere?! Think that's unlikely somehow...<br />
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Anyway, that's the update for now.<br />
Take care my beauties!<br />
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The Learned Rose xx<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481676782889675097noreply@blogger.com0Guildford, Surrey, UK51.23622 -0.5704090000000405851.1566945 -0.73177050000004051 51.315745500000006 -0.40904750000004059tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952547180860732192.post-1978606514417854132013-08-04T15:25:00.000+01:002013-08-04T15:25:37.181+01:00¡Que aproveche! ¡Bon Profit!Food is a big thing in Mallorca, as with most Mediterranean countries. Not only does it taste great but it looks fantastic too. The people of Mallorca take great pride in their meals, where the food is sourced from and most of all, the cooking of the meal. Everyone takes an interest, men, women, children and adults alike.<br />
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Breakfast - Desyuno:<br />
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The most important meal of the day in the UK but here it is much more relaxed. Breakfast during the week might consist of some <a href="http://www.yourspanishcorner.com/en/galletas/23-galletas-la-buena-maria-fontaneda.html" target="_blank">Maria biscuits</a>, or a<a href="http://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magdalena_(alimento)" target="_blank"> Magdalena</a> to dip into your coffee. However at weekends the ensaimada is a staple breakfast which is light in taste but I'm sure heavy in calories, yet it is a must if you visit the island. No one can quite make the ensaimadas like the Mallorquines. Children or those who have not acquired a taste for coffee will usually enjoy a glass of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cola_Cao" target="_blank">Cola Cao</a> with their breakfast instead.<br />
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Lunch in Spain is usually a lot later than in the UK, typically at around 2/3pm. However before this the Spanish generally have a break and a bocadillo. Any country which has a sandwich as a snack will forever be in my heart! <br />
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Dinner - Cena:<br />
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The best meal of the day. Dinner time is usually about 9pm bringing a great variety of foods but typically Mediterranean as you can probably imagine.<br />
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The fish is always fresh and most often sourced from the waters around Mallorca itself.<br />
For example, my aunt when to the fish market so that last night we could have fish cooked in a terracotta dish with a base of potatoes and topped with vegetables and lots of tomatoes.<br />
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The paella by my family is perfection though, words cannot even begin to describe it. So here's a picture:<br />
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Another favourite is fideua, similar to paella yet made from a type of pasta. This is just as delicious as it soaks up all the juices and has a completely different texture.</div>
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Food in general - Alimentos en General:<br />
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There is never a lack of snacks, Quelitas are savoury biscuit snacks which originate from Mallorca itself. Much better for you then crisps and so much more tasty! Bread is also a key part of the Mediterranean diet. Furthermore, the tomatoes here are HUGE (and delicious)!!<br />
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The spanish don't particularly like Don Simon sangria as it is said to be made we bad grapes. But for just over one euro, it's a tourists dream (tastes amazing cold, with ice). Beer is part of the diet in Spain, drinking before 12 is never a taboo either. However, what is becoming more popular is alcohol free beer. Personally I cannot taste the difference and a nice cool beer is the perfect thirst quencher! If neither of these take your fancy, I always find that Fanta limon tastes much better on the continent. The reason why I will never know!<br />
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The tension has clearly been building all day. From the moment I woke, there was this tremendous pressure on my head and I dreaded a migraines. This lingered all day, until about an hour ago, when it lifted and a truly magnificent thunder and lightening storm began.<br />
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This is not just any old cafe. This is not even any old spanish cafe (that I am also rather partial to, of which you may be well aware), this beautiful cafe is something in a world of its own. As you make your way through the grilled french doors, you find yourself stepping on to the antique ceramic flooring, which instantly tells you that this is somewhere which respects its surroundings and the beloved Mallorquin heritage.<br />
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The place was heaving, we had to wait to be seated, but this alone shows Can Joan de s'Aigo is somewhere special. Not your average Starbucks or Costa. The wait was appreciated, allowing time to take in the delightful heirlooms and start craving the many cakes, pastries and tarts on display.<br />
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However, be warned, this is not the place for the standard tourist. Only hours before I was discussing with my padre the differences between tourists and travellers. This cafe is certainly only for a traveller wishing to breach upon the culture of the Mallorquines, amongst locals and islanders alike. The menu is in castellano and catalan only, but do not be disheartened as you would not want it any other way.<br />
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With the list of ice creams and sweet treats as enticing as the interior, it was hard to choose. Eventually I settled on the Almond ice cream and cuarto. I am not a big fan of ice creams, yet you could taste this was natural, with flakes of almonds supplementing the light, cloud like texture of the cuarto.<br />
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I can't wait to go back, hopefully next time it will be with my mum and sister as I know they would just love it here!<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481676782889675097noreply@blogger.com0Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain39.57119 2.646633999999949139.473275 2.4852724999999491 39.669105 2.807995499999949tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952547180860732192.post-62109891793990684562013-07-13T14:00:00.001+01:002013-07-13T17:26:56.939+01:00Through the Mountain PathWhat a week!!!!<br />
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If I could even try and explain how much things have changed for me this week you would not even believe it. Instead I will tell you what I still don't not believe... I will graduate with a First Class Honours Degree.<br />
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En serio. How did that even happen?! Ok, well the 12 hours of study a day may have helped, but I was aiming for a solid 2.1 and blew my expectations out the water. To celebrate we took a bottle of Don Simon down the beach and there was some ice cold Cava waiting on our return. My life just gets more and more surreal...<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">When in Spain...</td></tr>
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Celebrating is not all what I have been doing this week. Despite the 39 degree heat on Sunday, we went for a drive visiting <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Valldemossa" target="_blank">Valldemossa</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dei%C3%A0" target="_blank">Deia</a> and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andratx" target="_blank">Port de Andratx</a>. The most beautiful journey I have EVER been on.<br />
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Taking the car around the steep, winding roads which twist and turn up the mountains has to be one of the best ways to see what Mallorca has to offer. You feel as if you have stepped back in time and are viewing the island as it was before the tourism industry took off.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Valldemossa </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Valldemossa también</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Deia </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I can't resist classic cars!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The valley surrounding Deia</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Such beautiful houses!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">View from the mountain path</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Natural Mallorca</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Andratx </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Time to go fishing!</td></tr>
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I also made 'english cupcakes' this week with my cousins, which was amazing fun. Sugar everywhere but tasted fantastic! Still nothing beats my sisters cupcakes though, I just do not know how she does it.<br />
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Finally, yesterday was a hugely busy, fun filled day. Firstly, I went to the <a href="http://palma-de-mallorca.costasur.com/en/mercat-olivar.html" target="_blank">Mercat de Oliver </a>with university, to carry out some activities asking the vendors where things where etc. As the course also incorporates spanish culture I did find it a little bit slow at first. I have been eating <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ensa%C3%AFmada" target="_blank">ensaimadas</a> and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sobrassada" target="_blank">sobrassada</a> all my life, I really have no need to ask the vendor what it is. However, it gave me a chance to get to know the people on the course a bit better and WOW this market is beautiful. So many stunning colours with vegetables asking to be eaten and fish so fresh you can still see it moving!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Many cuts of fish</td></tr>
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After this, I collected my cousins from their grandparents and before long we were at the Festival de Agua. So much fun! If there was a reliably scheduled day of 30 degree heat every year in the UK then I would love to bring this festival home. Basically, what happens is the children all meet at the local square, in their bathing suits to play different team water games before the 'disco'. A disco with a difference. The children copy the dance moves from the DJ (e.g. head, shoulders, knees and toes...) whilst being hosed with water! Not forgetting the unlimited supply of water balloons..! Such fun.<br />
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This took us nicely up to dinner time (9.30pm out here, don't know how some of you Brits would cope hehe). My cousin and I went for a lovely meal where the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Squid_(food)" target="_blank">calamari</a> and patatas fritas were just calling my name. After we went to the fiesta in the adjoining street, enjoying a <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Granizado" target="_blank">granizado</a> and some <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Churro" target="_blank">churros</a> whilst soaking up the atmosphere.<br />
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Anyway, enough of my rambling. I must go and do my homework and get prepared for the fiesta on the beach tonight!<br />
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<span id="goog_977207570"></span><span id="goog_977207571"></span>Take care,<br />
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The Learned Rose xxAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481676782889675097noreply@blogger.com0Majorca Island, Balearic Islands, Spain39.6952629 3.017571200000020338.9124004 1.7266777000000204 40.4781254 4.3084647000000205tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952547180860732192.post-33085234881420760252013-07-06T09:04:00.001+01:002013-07-07T11:29:47.538+01:00Diary: a Day in the Life of a Sun Seeking Spanish Student As much as I crave the sun, wish to eat tasty tapas and desire to drink cold cervezas, I actually have work to do while I'm out in Mallorca.<br />
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I am currently studying the spanish language and culture in a bit more depth at the <a href="http://www.uib.eu/" target="_blank">Universitat de les Illes Balears</a>. So far I completely love it, the teacher is fantastic and work is manageable.<br />
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Here is how my day pans out:<br />
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7.am:<br />
Me despierto. Waking up will always be the hardest part of my day but when there is a freshly brewed coffee waiting to be drunk on the dinning table, this task is a lot easier.<br />
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8.am:<br />
I head off to work with my aunt and uncle, it's only about a 15minute car journey.<br />
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8.30am:<br />
From my aunts work I walk in to the city and there is enough time for a spot of reading and some more coffee at one of the many local cafes in the area.<br />
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9.30am -2pm:<br />
This is when all the hard work happens. I won't go into detail because unless you are spanish obsessed like I am, it might send you snoozing!<br />
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2pm-3.45pm:<br />
This is my time to do as I please. I can go home (the bus is so cheap and quick it really rivals those in London) or go shopping. Yesterday I did the latter, stopping briefly at las Ramblas to eat the bocadillo my uncle made for me in the morning. Wondering along the shaded streets of Palma is one of the most beautiful things you could do in your life. Each shop has the ambience of a quaint boutique and it can't be helped but to leisurely stroll from one tienda to another. On my way back to base I managed to pick up this adorable bunch of flowers for my aunt. There was far too many to choose from, fresh, vibrant and with such a delicate scent I wish I could have bought them all!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My favourite advert out here</td></tr>
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By about 4.30pm, after all the errands are run and the kids collected, we're home. But seeing as yesterday was a friday and the sun beams down until late in the evening, it would have been rude not to go to the beach...<br />
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Ok, who I am I trying to kid, this is totally the life!<br />
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Take Care,<br />
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The Learned Rose xx<br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481676782889675097noreply@blogger.com0Majorca Island, Balearic Islands, Spain39.6952629 3.017571200000020338.9124004 1.7266777000000204 40.4781254 4.3084647000000205tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952547180860732192.post-12436033836137662782013-07-02T09:36:00.001+01:002013-07-03T15:11:53.000+01:0010 Reasons To Love Mallorca<br />
Ok, so I had a realisation: If you don't know me in person, then how are you going to comprehend my love for a tiny island, which has as little as 869,000 inhabitants?<br />
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So here is a post to explain my enchantment with the very special island that is Mallorca...<br />
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<u>10. Diversity </u></div>
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Whether you like lying on the beach, enticing a thrill from windsurfing, climbing mountains, cycling along winding country roads, Mallorca has everything you could ever wish for. Personally I love relaxing by the sea, there is nothing better than spreading a towel over the white sand and settling down with a good book! This week alone I started and finished <a href="http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/9542439-the-lady-of-the-rivers" target="_blank">Lady of the Rivers by Philipa Gregory</a>, fantastic read about the War of the Roses.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Coastal path to Palma, ideal for bikes, walkers and roller skaters</td></tr>
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<u>9. Weather</u></div>
Mallorca has the perfect <a href="http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/6299349" target="_blank">climate</a> <strike>in my opinion</strike>. In the summer the sky blazes blue and the sun looks down on you with a glorious smile. In winter, it is much the same, except the sun is much more delicate on my fair skin and you get cool shelter from the passing clouds. I remember spending christmas here some years ago, thrilled at the prospects of not needing a coat.<br />
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<u>8. People</u></div>
Kind, sociable, friendly and passionate are just some words you could use to describe the people of Mallorca. Every man, woman and child is more than willing to spark up a conversation if you so desire. Mallorquins are whole heartedly passionate in their interests, whether that be politics, sport or daily life.<br />
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<u>7. History</u></div>
There is lot of history, some dating back to the AD era. Hence, there is no lack of museums, artefacts, ruins and writings. One of my favourite activities is to get the <a href="http://www.trendesoller.com/en/cms.php" target="_blank">train from Palma to Soller</a>. This is no ordinary train, running a continual service since 1912, it is a fantastic way to experience Mallorca as it would have been at the turn of the century, as well to as see what beauty the countryside holds.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Train from Palma to Soller</td></tr>
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<u>6. Culture</u></div>
Due to point 7, the history, Mallorca is a cauldron for culture. From Moorish ruins to composers, nature reserves to churches, there is always something fascinating to be found. Examples of cultural places to visit include the <a href="http://www.majorca-guides.info/resorts/palma/tourist-attractions/banys-arabs-arab-baths" target="_blank">Banys Arabs</a> (Arab Baths) in the city and the <a href="http://www.celdadechopin.es/" target="_blank">Chopin museum</a> in Valldemossa. You can also spend time appreciating the painter Joan Miro at the <a href="http://miro.palmademallorca.es/index.php?Idi=2" target="_blank">Fundacio Pilar i Joan Miro a Mallorca</a>, who died on the island in the 1980s.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Valldemossa views</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Chopin statue Mallorca</td></tr>
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<u>5. Food</u></div>
Now I love food, but Spanish cuisine is on another level. The thing is Mallorca can create treats such as <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ensa%C3%AFmada" target="_blank">ensaimadas</a> which cannot be replicated anywhere else in the world. Whether it's the water, the flour or something else, the breakfast favourites are one of a kind. Also, there's <a href="http://ycontupantelocomas.blogspot.com.es/2013/06/coca-de-trampo.html" target="_blank">trampo Mallorquin</a>, which I have tried to make in my Surrey kitchen on numerous occasions but can never quite get the base right. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Breakfast time!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Anyone for Paella?</td></tr>
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<u>4. Language</u></div>
Of course Spanish is spoken here but so is Mallorquin. The <a href="http://www.omniglot.com/language/phrases/catalan.php" target="_blank">catalan language</a> has a great sound to it and there is nothing more heart warming than to hear than a couple of abuelas talking to each other in this traditional dialect over a coffee. Fingers crossed I can learn some more this month!<br />
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<u>3. Beaches</u></div>
I think the beaches can speak for themselves:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Puerto Alcudia</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Arenal</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cala Mondrago</td></tr>
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<u>2. Palma</u></div>
This is where I would live if I had the funds to support myself. Steeped in history, the narrow streets lead you around the maze which is the city centre. Beautifully old buildings loom over you, with many in the old quarter having rooftop views of <a href="http://www.catedraldemallorca.info/principal/" target="_blank">La Seu, the Cathedral </a>and the busy <a href="http://www.portsdebalears.com/141.php3?puerto=4" target="_blank">port</a> which is always host to huge cruise liners and stunning yachts. There's also cafes, restaurants, shops, even a <a href="http://www.uib.eu/" target="_blank">university</a>! Everything you could ever need.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rooftop view of the Cathedral</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Narrow winding streets</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Secret gardens</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Beautiful shops</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Views of Palma from <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serra_de_Na_Burguesa" target="_blank">Nu Burgesa</a></td></tr>
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<u>1. My Family</u></div>
I have family here, making this the most important reason for me to love this wonderful island.<br />
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Take care,<br />
The Learned Rose xAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481676782889675097noreply@blogger.com0Mallorca Island, Balearic Islands, Spain39.6952629 3.017571200000020338.9124004 1.7266777000000204 40.4781254 4.3084647000000205tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952547180860732192.post-49554121660176567722013-06-28T09:53:00.001+01:002013-06-28T09:54:48.583+01:00Bienvenida de MallorcaBon Dia!<br />
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As you may already know from previous posts I am spending a large chunk of summer in my homeland Mallorca. For the first week my oldest and most dearest friend has come with me to see why I am so in love with this tiny island, and I think she's becoming as besotted as I. Just thought I would fill you in over breakfast with what we've been up to...<br />
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On Tuesday we arrived at 9am which was perfect as my Aunty over here had taken some holiday so we got a full day together and could visit my Granny and Aunt in Cala Mondrago, a nature reserve which has the most beautiful plants and playas which you will ever see. A great introduction to Mallorca for my friend. Although by the time we got back to my cousin's, a place where I shall call home for the next month, we were exhausted. I don't think I've ever survived on 2 hours sleep before!!<br />
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The rest of the days we have been taking care of my little cousins, running errands and of course going to the beach. Except for yesterday when we went to Palma, the capital of my heart. We met my Granny and Aunt there and spent the day drinking fanta limon, sampling some tapas and going to some amazing shops. Once we tired of this we popped into a relatives house who proceeded to take us to see the most exquisite views of the city via the most dangerous mountain roads I have ever experienced!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Bishop's Gardens</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Views of Palma from Nu Burgesa</td></tr>
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Anyway, medusa is calling us to the beach...<br />
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Saludos!<br />
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The Learned Rose xAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481676782889675097noreply@blogger.com0Majorca Island, Balearic Islands, Spain39.6952629 3.017571200000020338.9124004 1.7266777000000204 40.4781254 4.3084647000000205tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952547180860732192.post-39839344056616867262013-06-14T14:05:00.001+01:002013-06-14T19:48:10.856+01:00The Heat Premiere<br />
I returned to London sooner than expected. We managed to snag two tickets to the gala screening of Sandra Bullock's new movie, <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2404463/" target="_blank">The Heat</a>, courtesy of <a href="http://www.ok.co.uk/home/" target="_blank">OK! Magazine</a>.<br />
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In the end I only had an hour to get ready, so setting my hair in heated rollers, I started working on the warpaint. Just the other day I tweeted about these fabulous new shoes which deserved a special occasion and last night was the perfect opportunity.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pink suede shoes</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My new super pink lipstick</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US">The screening was at the Curzon Cinema in Mayfair.
The red carpet looked majestic, full of people awaiting the celebrities, along
side the hoards of press. We sauntered down, showed our tickets and headed for
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<span lang="EN-US">At our seats was a huge bar of Green and Blacks
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Zane to introduce the director, the great Paul Feig and the surprisingly funny
Sandra Bullock. I love Feig, he reminds me of an american Bill Nighy in his
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and Jamie Denbo; Game of Thrones beauty Natalie Dormer; ex Made in Chelsea
temptress Kimberly Garner and sat just behind us was the entertaining Bradley
Walsh. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">There is two things which people who know me will
appreciate, firstly I am RUBBISH at celeb spotting. I live in my own little
world and even if Channing Tatum bumped into me in the street I
can guarantee I would be none the wiser, muttering under my breath
about manners and personal space.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">The second thing is it is rare for me to EVER
sit through a movie. Like EVER, EVER. I get bored, wonder off, check my phone
etc. So understandably I was expecting pretty much the same from this movie.
Ohhhh was I wrong! It was fantastic, eye watering-ly, laugh out loud funny. The
plot consisted of a socially awkward FBI agent who gets moved to Boston to
solve a case, where she meets the hysterical Detective Mullins, played
by Melissa McCarthy. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">When we left all I could see was flashing lights
and hear people scuffling to get to the front. Yeah, you heard it...
we got pap'ed! It's amazing where a bright lippy and killer pair of heels
can get you. Does that mean I'm officially a Z-lister?!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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The Learned Rose xAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481676782889675097noreply@blogger.com0Surrey, UK51.2622513 -0.4672517000000198150.6264563 -1.7581452000000197 51.898046300000004 0.82364179999998011tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952547180860732192.post-35834694940475363582013-06-10T17:18:00.000+01:002013-06-10T17:25:09.156+01:00Luxurious LondonMy life as an undergraduate is now officially over. The exams are done and the daily commute to London is over after 3 long, chaotic and life changing years. A friend had won a competition for entry into Scala at Kings Cross that night, so we hit up London to end things on a high. Unfortunately, I was exhausted after all the intense studying but luckily dad offered to pick my friend and I up at 1.30am, not quite seeing the exams out as imagined!<br />
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However, my sister and I sure made up for it at the weekend. To celebrate the end of exams and because we are not going on holiday together this year, we decided to go to <a href="http://www.polointheparklondon.com/" target="_blank">Polo in the Park</a> at <a href="http://www.polointheparklondon.com/the-venue" target="_blank">Hurlingham</a>. We also had the glorious idea of checking in for two nights at the <a href="http://www.millenniumhotels.co.uk/millenniumcopthornechelseafc/" target="_blank">Millennium and Copthorne Hotel</a> at Stamford Bridge, the home of Chelsea FC. BLISS! As some of you may know my sister struggles to leave the house often due to her disability, hence why the hotel meant we had a suitable base nearby if the weekend got too much at any point. Having a sister with a disability isn't all doom and gloom, it has some 4 star highlights..</div>
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On friday we thought we would put the Merlin Pass to use and take a spin on the <a href="http://www.londoneye.com/" target="_blank">London Eye</a>. I hadn't been on there since 2001 when it was still a new sight in the capital. The Eye didn't disappoint at all, glorious sunshine meant fantastic views and the atmosphere in the 'pod' is so calm, it was lovely and relaxing. </div>
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Although the next day is what I really wanted to talk to you about. Mint Polo at the Park. AMAZING! I do love a trip to the polo, but Hurlingham was <i>chukka blocked (haha, see what I did there?!).</i> Full of beautiful people drinking Pimms, champagne and cocktails from my favourite London bar, <a href="http://www.mahiki.com/" target="_blank">Mahiki's</a>. Luckily we had Grandstand tickets so we didn't miss a match and kept out of the way of the bustling crowds.</div>
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The teams comprised of Sydney, Buenos Aires, Abu Dhabi, Beijing, Moscow and of course, London. Sadly, the second match of the day got caught short after one of the players was thrown from his horse mid play and rushed to hospital. It was very scary, probably more so for his family. Either way, apparently he is fine now which is what matters.</div>
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It was getting all a bit too exhausting for my sister, so we hailed a cab and headed back for some hearty room service courtesy of <a href="http://www.millenniumhotels.co.uk/millenniumcopthornechelseafc/dining/frankies-restaurant.html" target="_blank">Frankie's</a>. </div>
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It was a fabulous weekend and a perfect way to see out 3 years in the Big City. I'm not sure when I'll be back again, but London, it was a pleasure. </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481676782889675097noreply@blogger.com0Surrey, UK51.2622513 -0.4672517000000198150.6264563 -1.7581452000000197 51.898046300000004 0.82364179999998011tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952547180860732192.post-76356464959899088192013-06-02T18:18:00.001+01:002013-06-02T18:18:59.921+01:00Exam BreakdownSo I take it we have all been there, that dreaded moment, where you are sat biting at your nails, blurry eyed, wondering why you ever chose to do a degree?<br />
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Well I had one of those moments, except it wasn't just the one, it felt like it was my entire week. Luckily my lovely mummy took me out for a coffee and a gluten free beetroot cake (much nicer than it sounds, I promise). Finally, I was back on track... Until today, when instead it's a mental block. Even just looking at a page of notes gives me a headache. Remind me why we do this to ourselves?<br />
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Oh yesss, a degree accompanied by the gloried hope of a first. I already want my results and I haven't done my last exam yet!!<br />
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In brighter news, this time next week I'll be returning home after a luxury stay in London! Two nights in a 5 Star hotel and an afternoon of polo is totes' what the doctor ordered.<br />
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Anyway, back to the grindstone. I am going to leave you with a couple of photos of my woof's to brighten up your day.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481676782889675097noreply@blogger.com0Surrey, UK51.2622513 -0.4672517000000198150.6264563 -1.7581452000000197 51.898046300000004 0.82364179999998011tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952547180860732192.post-32563223656752362102013-05-23T18:32:00.000+01:002013-05-23T20:13:53.202+01:00 Countdown to SummerI thought you would be pleased to know, two weeks today will be my first day of summer freedom!!<br />
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Finally, I just want to send my condolences to the family and friends of the soldier brutally attacked in Woolwich yesterday. The human race is a cruel thing and it makes me feel physically sick that some people believe this is the most appropriate way to express themselves. </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481676782889675097noreply@blogger.com0Surrey, UK51.2622513 -0.4672517000000198150.6264563 -1.7581452000000197 51.898046300000004 0.82364179999998011tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952547180860732192.post-43459665269091197202013-05-20T20:10:00.003+01:002013-05-20T20:10:56.760+01:00BloglovinIt's me again!<br />
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So I'm trying to move my blog more into the twenty first century, which means...*DrumrollPlease*.... you can now find me on <a href="http://www.blogger.com/%3Ca%20href=%22http://www.bloglovin.com/blog/7740933/?claim=zqsf7kw3nw9%22%3EFollow%20my%20blog%20with%20Bloglovin%3C/a%3E" target="_blank">bloglovin</a>!<br />
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Learned Rose xAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481676782889675097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952547180860732192.post-74777553135836343642013-05-20T18:40:00.001+01:002013-05-20T18:47:21.058+01:00Fancy Free WeekendSo yesterday evening I arrived back in Surrey from the loveliest weekend in London. Revision was put on hold to celebrate the handing in of my last piece of LLB coursework, felt like the end of an era already!<br />
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Saturday was much more hectic. My friend and I thought we would be 'cool' and try our hand at vintage shopping, so we headed over to Brick Lane. Before we even got to the first shop we were tempted into the cutest cafe for some delicious cake. Unfortunately the cafe had no name, but it was near the Aldgate East tube exit and had a beautiful bench out the front, we'd recommend it to anyone! The vintage shopping was not as successful, turns out we are not as indie as we like to think so headed off to Westfield's for some Topshop lovin'. </div>
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We went out in Marylebone after the meal, leading us to have a quiet Sunday spring cleaning the flat. This was SO therapeutic- there's something about cleaning in your pyjamas which just cleanses the soul. Luckily I made it home in time for birthday cake, as my family celebrated the birthday of three of our woofs. It is hard to believe my springer spaniel is now 12, he still behaves like a bouncing pup! Our vocal terrier turned 4 and my princess turned 2...already?! I'm like a proud mummy who feels very old...</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481676782889675097noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952547180860732192.post-27335701758844901282013-05-06T16:33:00.000+01:002013-05-06T16:33:03.521+01:00Study Season<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Like every year, the end of Easter symbolises one thing to students: The start of study season. This year is no exception, especially as yesterday marked one month until university life in London is completely over! Daunting does not even cover it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I am all on track though, today I completed my Law Project. It is all preened, printed and looking pretty ready for hand in tomorrow. After this, I only have one more piece of coursework and a four hour Land Law exam. On that note, if anyone has any helpful advice on remembering Land Law it will be greatly accepted!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Although, life has not been all serious study I must admit. One of my closest friends came to stay over the weekend. We were busy bees, visiting potential flats for next year (and local pubs) in between finishing off our law project <strike>and drinking plenty of prosecco and</strike><strike> ros<span style="line-height: 16px;">e.</span></strike></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 16px;">My lovely friends from Ireland also came over for a few days to experience London life and for a talk by Lady Hale, which our university had arranged. She was FANTASTIC. After listening to her talk about her life, the House of Lords and the Supreme Court for a little over an hour, it is safe to say I have a new idol. Once questions were over we all made a speedy change and headed off to </span><a href="http://www.tigertiger.co.uk/Findyournearest/London.aspx" style="line-height: 16px;" target="_blank">Tiger Tiger</a><span style="line-height: 16px;"> to show the Irish a standard night out in Central.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Finally, I have booked my one way flight to Mallorca for the summer! I cannot wait, despite being a little bit scared about studying a module, not just in another country, but another language also. However, to make the experience all the more memorable my best friend is going out there with me for the first week. It will be AMAZING. As a matter of fact I'm going to visit said friend in Essex on Friday, we are going to be very mature and sensible by having a study weekend.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This next month will be all about focus focus focus. Revision breaks will include a lot of coffee and walking the woofs to get some fresh air. On that note, how gorgeous has the weather been this Bank Holiday weekend? I'll leave you with a picture of my gorgeous puppy who is growing up to be an adorable country squire.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Take Care,</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Learned Rose x</span><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481676782889675097noreply@blogger.com0Surrey, UK51.2622513 -0.4672517000000198150.6264368 -1.7581452000000197 51.898065800000005 0.82364179999998011tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952547180860732192.post-58702711577904257262013-03-30T15:24:00.000+00:002013-03-30T15:24:11.176+00:00Who’s to the Rescue?
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The fire in Walworth on the 25<sup>th</sup>
of March highlights how crucial it is to have a fully active fire service. Where
the fire happened is home to The Cuming Museum, a library and several council
offices. It is also about half a mile away from my University, London South
Bank. The London Fire Services are effected by a 14% cut in funding over two years equating to roughly
£45 million, subsequently leading to planned station closures. In Southwark Borough
there are four stations. It is proposed that Southwark station itself is
closed, alongside a reduction of resources at Peckham Station and temporary
closure while new stations are being built at Dockhead and Old Kent road. This
means all four stations will be effected.</div>
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<span lang="EN-US">Holding the much-coveted position of Mayor
of London, </span>you may ask what is Boris Johnson to do about these cuts? Well, instead
of finding additional resources to fund the fire brigade, he is favouring
cutting Londoners council tax by 1p a day. Which would you prefer, a substantial fire brigade or money
off your council tax bill? Considering the economic difficulties faced by many
across the capital at the moment, it is likely some may be tempted by this
offer to save the pennies. After all, it won’t happen to me, will it?</div>
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<span lang="EN-US">Understandably, in times of
austerity cut backs need to be made however cuts affecting public services
tend to generate much public outcry. At the last check Southwark Firestation
(<a href="https://twitter.com/savesouthwark" target="_blank">@savesouthwark</a>) had 1,036 followers. This could be because, as my
five-year-old cousin said, “doctors, firemen, police and vets are superheroes”.
Maybe she has a point.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">In 2011/2012 the London Fire Brigade (LFB)
attended <a href="http://www.london-fire.gov.uk/Documents/statistics-pack-southwark.pdf" target="_blank">5,584 incidents</a> in Southwark alone. Not just keeping the
residents of the Borough safe, but all of those who commute in daily, such
as myself, my father and many other people I know. For example, a few weeks ago I was at university desperately trying to submit a group essay when the fire alarm sounded in the
Perry Library. Everyone was evacuated in the usual
‘fire-bell-frenzy’ and within minutes a fire engine arrived. Luckily it was a
false alarm; nevertheless you can’t help but question what would be the case if
it was a critical incident and the proposed cuts went ahead?</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">The fire in Wansey Street this week also proves
how the Boroughs are not always able to work independently. According to the
LFB’s <a href="http://www.london-fire.gov.uk/LatestIncidentsContainer_25031340.asp#.UVbGw6VBnao" target="_blank">website</a> 120 firefighters and officers attended the blaze, accompanied
by 20 fire engines from other under-threat-stations such as <a href="https://twitter.com/F31Kingsland" target="_blank">Kingsland</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/SavePeckhamFire" target="_blank">Peckham</a>,
<a href="https://twitter.com/SaveWhitechapel" target="_blank">Whitechapel</a> and New Cross.
Thankfully, as far as I am aware there have been no reported injuries but again you can’t help
wondering, ‘what if?’ </span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">The thought of cuts to the fire service is
frightening. As are cuts to any public service. It is claimed <a href="http://www.endchildpoverty.org.uk/london/child-poverty-in-london-the-facts-4/" target="_blank">4 in 10 children in London are living in poverty</a>, yet the government behaves as if it has no money to fund services to
assist them. An <a href="http://www.lambeth.gov.uk/Services/CouncilDemocracy/LakanalHouseCoronerInquest.htm" target="_blank">inquest</a> was
concluded this week surrounding the tragedy of the Lakanal House fire in 2009,
where amongst others, three children died. Surely this is a warning more
money needs to be pumped into emergency services, not less? Yet, maybe there really
is no money in the public pot. So are already vulnerable
children being put at more risk by cutting the emergency services? Furthermore, fire brigades across the country invest a lot of time in assisting vulnerable adults and children with learning disabilities with fire safety in the home, as well as in the community. If the cuts are made, would the time for this sort of assistance dwindle through no fault or choice of each of the stations? This may be likely, but what else can be done to
prevent such cuts? It’s hard to make many viable suggestions; every plan
appears to have a pitfall. </span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">There is currently a consultation conducted by the London Fire and
Emergency Planning Authority on the draft fifth London Safety Plan. The
Southwark Public meeting will be held on the </span><span lang="EN-US">14 May at City Hall. For the other public meetings, a full list is
available<a href="http://www.london-fire.gov.uk/LSP5-public-meetings.asp" target="_blank"> here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">However to end on a positive note, the
rescue teams which attended the Walworth blaze this week managed to recover 500
artifacts from the museum. Perhaps all is not lost after all… </span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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So since I last blogged I have handed in over 10,000 words and been on a university trip to Pecs, Hungary leaving me with barely any time to breath or sleep for that matter...<br />
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However, Pecs was brilliant. By far the best trip I have ever been on. The town itself was not what I was expecting at all, it is a lot larger and the centre is far more beautiful than I ever imagined. The university was beautiful too, to get to the canteen you had to go down some steps under a stunning ceramic tiled dome with a skylight at the apex. Quite unusual, but a lovely environment to learn in.<br />
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The course was also fantastic. We had long days but the lectures were worth it, covering topics such as asylum, trafficking, state surveillance, organised crime and terrorism to name but a few. You'll be pleased to hear I passed the course and received a certificate (yes I still get excited at the grand old age of 21 about receiving a certificate).<br />
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I met some WONDERFUL people whilst out in Hungary. As you already know I love cultures and languages and thanks to the course I have worked along side and made some fabulous friends from places such as Northern Ireland, The Netherlands, Croatia and Hungary.<br />
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On the other hand, home is certainly where the heart is and it's great to be back with my family, including the woofs. On Tuesday my mum and I took my sister to Euston so she could go to Manchester to visit my Granny and Aunty, which lead to in impromptu visit to Westminster Cathedral where mass was being held. It is by far a hidden London treasure, the Cathedral is so beautiful and for £5 (or £2.50 concessions) you can go up the bell tower which has STUNNING views across London. Much cheaper than the shard, and the money goes to a more deserving cause in my opinion. On this note, what are your thoughts on the new Pope Francis? He seems quite unique, so far anyhow.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bell Tower, Westminster Cathedral, London</td></tr>
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Take care,<br />
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The Learned Rose x<br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481676782889675097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952547180860732192.post-27625337043526439712013-02-24T18:23:00.000+00:002013-02-24T21:17:00.182+00:00Life in the Fast LaneWork and play has left Learned Rose exhausted this week!<br />
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I have a lot of university deadlines coming up, so I've been trying to study as hard as possible in what feels like a short space of time. I have two essays due in for Citizenship and Combating Crime in the EU and my project proposal is due this coming week so fingers crossed it gets approval because I am so desperate to start writing it up. I am planning to do it on the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991, hence why I am trying to refrain from writing too much on here about Breed Specific Legislation until it's done. Despite all the provoking articles in the news at the moment, such as this one: <a href="http://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/378170/Mastiffs-and-other-devil-dogs-must-be-banned-say-MPs">http://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/378170/Mastiffs-and-other-devil-dogs-must-be-banned-say-MPs</a> (Notice how the article doesn't mention exactly which MP's believe this? Why does the government still believe that stereotyping a dog by it's looks will reduce dog attacks?) Anyway, enough on this matter as I could go on for hours and I'm a tad short on time.<br />
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In order to motivate ourselves, my friend and I decided to experience a bit of the high life this week. Firstly, a trip to London Fashion Week on Monday, which was pretty amazing. It was quite an experience, even the clothes people wore just to go there where rather 'cutting edge'. We felt a little out of place in our LBD's! Then, seeing as the Primrose bakery is so close to Somerset House it would have been rude not to pay a visit. I could not resist the red velvet cupcake, it was so delicious. After this we strolled across to Chelsea for a quick lunch at the Bluebird before dashing back for our Land Law lecture.<br />
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The week was mainly work based, with a fleeting visit to Weybridge and taking my little cousins to see the butterfly's at Wisely Gardens. It is so beautiful there and it's lovely to see the little one's faces when they are trying to match each butterfly they see to the ones pictured on their information sheet.<br />
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Friday was where the real fun was had. After a long day of hard work behind a computer, a friend and I put on our glad rags and headed to Mayfair. Mahiki was the desired destination and we were pleased to be allowed in on such a busy night when so many in front got turned away. The cocktails there are exquisite, if you get the chance try the 'Wiki Tiki' it is deliciously fruity. The bar staff are fantastic too, very friendly and certainly know their cocktails!<br />
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Unfortunately for me it's back to the grindstone now, but not before I've gone to my friend's house for a dinner date! We've known each other 17 years now and we still haven't run out of conversation. I'm taking the puppy too so he can play with his sister while we have a girly gossip... perfect Sunday? I think so (minus this morning's migraine but that's another story).<br />
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I hope to catch up more this week but this time about some (non dog related) issues I've read in the press. The Pryce case has taken my notice, what are your thoughts on Juries in the UK? It's been interesting to compare the jury system over here with the Pistorius Case in South Africa...<br />
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Anyway I really HAVE to go now,<br />
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Take care,<br />
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The Learned Rose x<br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481676782889675097noreply@blogger.com2Surrey, UK51.2622513 -0.4672517000000198150.6264368 -1.7581452000000197 51.898065800000005 0.82364179999998011tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952547180860732192.post-3922367193735105342013-02-12T10:16:00.000+00:002013-02-12T10:17:59.182+00:00Bad Blogger Turning GoodSurprise surprise, look who's back!<br />
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As you can tell I have not blogged in a very long time, atrocious behaviour some may say. A lot has been happening in my crazy country world although now I am back and on top form, that I assure you.<br />
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In these last few months I have been a busy bee. The last year of university is certainly as strenuous as I thought it might be, however last semester I took some fantastic topics that kept me engaged and focused and this semester looks like it will be much the same.<br />
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A few weeks ago my 'Citizenship and Combating Crime in the EU' module held a fantastic day, including guest lecturers from Rotterdam. This module also includes a week trip to Pecs in Hungary for which I cannot wait! It will be hard work with 9-5 lectures yet the topic is so inspiring that it leaves you eager to learn as much as possible.<br />
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There has been rather a few things going on recently in the political sphere which have caught my eye. I will be sure to be blogging about these issues so I hope you will be interested to hear my views on each topic.<br />
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Briefly before I go, I have to tell you about our new addition. His name is Ramos and he is a rescue puppy from DDA Watch. As a family we are 'failed foster parents' because we spent some time fostering this adorable little pup and his two siblings. However, in the words of my father "he's just too attached" so now we have another bounding bundle of joy running around the place. His brother and sister also got loving homes, with his sister going to one of my oldest and dearest friends, meaning that puppy play dates happen in abundance!
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481676782889675097noreply@blogger.com0Surrey, UK51.2622513 -0.4672517000000198150.6264708 -1.7581452000000197 51.898031800000005 0.82364179999998011tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952547180860732192.post-20246115133469196452012-06-05T18:43:00.001+01:002012-06-05T19:22:45.592+01:00Post Exam Catch Up<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Dear Readers,</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">I am ever so sorry but I briefly stepped into oblivion during the past two months, all thanks to the exam period. I only had three exams but alongside my migraines and a thirst for good grades, revision soon over took my life. However, the next three months are -to an extent- responsibility free, meaning I should have plenty of time to update you on the things I may come across.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">So firstly a bit about the 7 days holiday I have encountered so far...</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">I have certainly been a busy bee. I have been out with friends more time this week than I have been out for the past two months, I have thoroughly enjoyed the odd Pimms or two, not forgetting making some homemade Sangria. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">I have also taken my sister out for some pampering, which is even more special when you consider she can rarely leave the house due to her ME. We had the ultimate girlie day, getting our hair cut in the salon, having a nice lunch and buying some new make up. My sister and I are big into our make up and we like to have a range that we can share, however with my sister having my mothers mediterranean tone and myself having my fathers pale skin, finding make up that suits us both (barring foundation, of course) can be rather difficult. Although, it must have been our lucky day as a lovely lady from the Bare Minerals counter in House of Fraser gave us some great advice and found us some amazing products, without being pushy in the slightest. If you are also interested in make up, this brand is fabulous, in my opinion. The brushes are soft, the colours are very suitable for creating day to night looks and so far they have been very kind to our sensitive skin. We purchased the <a href="http://bareminerals.co.uk/bareMinerals-Get-Started-Kit-with-Bonus-Gift/MasterGSK,default,pd.html?start=1&cgid=BM_SUB_STARTER" target="_blank">Get Started Complexion Kit</a> in medium and the <a href="http://bareminerals.co.uk/Get-Started%3A-Eyes-Cheeks-Lips---Fair-to-Light/mastereyescheekslips,default,pd.html?start=2&cgid=BM_SUB_STARTER" target="_blank">Get Started: Eyes, Cheeks and Lips Kit</a> in light to medium, so we have a nice collection to keep us going until our next splurge. It is needless to say that we went home with a very sad bank account that day! </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Furthermore, here in the United Kingdom we have been celebrating the Queen's 60th Jubilee, which has been a ball. I was not exactly expecting it to be hugely interesting seeing as I am not really a royalist and have been brought up in a manner that treats Espa<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222; line-height: 16px;">ña as home but we had a lovely street party. I can safely say this will be the first and last time the Union Jack will hang from our porch, however it has been fun joining in with the community spirit and was certainly fun while it lasted. Also, I am thankful for the double bank holiday, which we spent down at Goring Gap beach with our four woofs... Yes you heard it, four! We also have a new addition to the house hold, a tiny chiwawa called Osito, who is the cutest, most confident 'Little Bear' you will ever come across! There is no need to worry though, big pup is still the only 'Princess' in my life and she is loving going on our regular runs and she is the most perfect company as you pound the village streets.</span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">On that note, there has been some great advancements in the 'dog law' world. At the end of May a Judicial Review was heard at the Royal Courts of Justice. Here, the lawfulness of a Defra decision was questioned. The outcome of which resulted in a verdict that allows exempt dogs who can no longer live with their registered owner to be able to live with another registered keeper. This means that it is therefore now legal to have a registered owner as well as a registered keeper of an exempt dog. This news pleases me greatly as I feel it brings us one step closer to ending Breed Specific Legislation. Furthermore it relates to my property, equity and trusts module as the High Court specified that this would not amount to the exempt dog being gifted and there would be no transfer of owners<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">hip. I love property law and dogs, exempt or not, therefore this ruling is like music to my ears, I am just slightly disappointed it did not get more media coverage.</span></span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">Anyway, I shall have to love you and leave you as I have Afternoon Tea to book and to find some suitable </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; line-height: 16px;">shoes to wear to Polo at Guards,</span><br />
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<div class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Today’s society is constantly bombarded with images of <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">dangerous dogs</i>, which 'maul' the vulnerable, yet is this a fair, unbiased portrait of our pet pooches in modern times?</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">There are 24 Acts of parliament relating entirely to dogs. The most commonly known is probably the Dangerous Dogs act 1991 (amended 1997). This act was introduced as knee jerk legislation due to public outcry after the media reported on a spate of dog attacks, gaining a high profile.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span lang="EN-US">Some may argue the problem with this act is that it clearly introduces Breed Specific Legislation. Section 1,1, straight out bans certain breeds of dogs (</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;">Pit Bull Terriers, Dogo Argentino, Fila Braziliero and The Japanese Tosa, if you were wondering), or a dog whose characteristics give you the presumption that it was breed for fighting.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>However the most provoking part of this legislation is noted in subsection three. This gives the state a right to seize and destroy the dog. Of course the Act sensitively approaches the situation by using words such as "destruction".<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span lang="EN-US" style="color: #1d1d1e; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-size: 14.0pt;">1,146 dogs were seized in London in 2009. </span><span lang="EN-US">A vast quantity of legal breeds and crossbreeds can result in an “illegal” dog; this highlights the issue that the Act can never achieve its aim of wiping out dangerous dogs. </span><span lang="EN-US" style="color: #1d1d1e; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-size: 14.0pt;">The owners of the seized dogs are faced with lengthy court costs and a great deal of emotional pain as they try to save their pets lives. However if the police want to act upon The Dangerous Dogs Act Section1,3, b –destruction of the dog- they will have to gain permission from it’s owners first. Why? Simply, because dogs are the property of their owners and it would be a criminal offence if they did seize it without permission. <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;">Fair enough you may say, “these dogs are dangerous!” Let me put it in a different light for you: You get accused of<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"> looking</i> like you are going to start a fight. However the sole reason for this presumption is your height, muscle build, and the size and positioning of your ears. Nothing else. Now does it seem quite as fair?<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;">A recent survey was carried out on 6,000 dogs owners, taking into account their dogs temperaments towards different aspects, such as other dogs and strangers. Which dog came out as the number one most aggressive…(Drum roll please)… The humble Dachshund, or ‘sausages dogs’ as I know my cousins like to call them. Much to media surprise the Pitbull terrier came number 8, behind Chihuahuas, Jack Russells and Border Collies. <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;">So I ask, is public opinion merely based on media spin? I remember as a child the media warning against unruly Rottweiler’s (which came number 15 in the survey if you were curious) and before little old me came along my parents remember a public anxiety against German Shepherds (number 17). <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Canine and animal welfare organisations largely believe that no type of dog is inherently dangerous and that it is through responsible ownership that, as a society, we can reduce incidents involving dogs. Statistics show that the </span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">number of finished consultant episodes attributed to being bitten or struck by a dog</span><span lang="EN-US"> have risen quite dramatically over the past 10 years.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Hospital episode statistics show</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"> in 2007-08, nearly 700 of those aged between 10-19 had to have finished consultant episodes after being ‘bitten or struck by a dog’. Yet, if you look to the 1997-98 statistics, the same age group drops to around 350 people. These statistics do not name the breeds of dogs; yet they do clearly show that after the amended Act came in, the figures of dog bites has risen sharply. Surely this visibly shows that it is not the type of dog that is the issue but that as a society we are being less responsible owners?<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Therefore, next time you pick up a paper and see the shocking headlines about the latest victim to be mauled by a vicious dog, it might be worth thinking about the responsibility of the owner, not the type of dog which attacked. After all, once the media is finished persecuting ‘type’ dogs and continues to ignore owner responsibility, why not try and guess which breed will come next? My bet is on the toy poodle.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"><br />
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</span></div><div class="MsoNormal">......So there you have it; Sorry for it being rather 'law' based, it was for the Law Society newsletter, as you may already know. If you wish for further information, please contact the relevant charities, for example DDA Watch does some excellent work (and they also have some adorable dogs looking for their forever homes too!) Please feel free to leave your comments also, I am greatly interested in your views.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">Thank you for taking the time to read this post, </div><div class="MsoNormal">Kind Regards,</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">The Learned Rose x</div><!--EndFragment-->Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481676782889675097noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952547180860732192.post-72372357457875600082012-03-04T10:13:00.000+00:002012-03-04T10:13:11.529+00:00I Love My Dogs, and Your Dogs, Oh and that Dog Over There...Hi There,<br />
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From my introduction you may have got a few clues as to my interests in life, and one BIG thing in my life is my love for my 'Woofs'. We have three, you see, and I can't bare the thought of the many dogs out there that are cruelly treated or have no <i>forever</i> home. However, as a law student (something I failed to acknowledge in my introduction) I feel dismayed at the legislation in place with regards to 'Dangerous Dogs'. I could sprout on about it all day, but instead I'm going to post the article I wrote for my Law Society Newsletter, entitled 'Dangerous Dogs, Media Monsters'.<br />
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