I’ve seen several interesting plays on punctuation recently, but this one is by far the best, and it certainly led to quite an interesting debate on Facebook when I posted it:
A lesson in punctuation: "A woman without her man is nothing." or "A woman: without her, man is nothing."
Very rarely does a remake surpass an already outstanding original, but this is one of those rare occasions; D’Angelo’s version of the Smokey Robinson classic, “Crusin’”.
D’Angelo – Cruisin’ on MUZU.TV
(You may have to tolerate a brief advert that runs before the music video!)
I’m told by a reliable source that this is true, in which case this story is very funny, but potentially one that supports the argument for better gun control in the USA!
Get out of the car! Carjacking with a difference!
All joking aside, it could have ended rather horribly…
Already, it’s time for the Dr. Who mid-season finale and I just cannot wait – surely Saturday 4 June will see one of the most eagerly-anticipated episodes of a TV drama for many years: “A Good Man Goes to War”.
Dr. Who with his beautiful sidekick Amy Pond (BBC)
This season of Dr Who has just gone from strength to strength, and the new doctor (Matt Smith) has really surprised me with his excellent grasp of the role – and who can object to watching his beautiful assistant, Amy Pond (Karen Gillan), exercise those long legs on their adventures around the universe”
The next episode “A Good Man Goes to War” promises to be a real corker – I cannot wait to see the mystery of Amy’s baby revealed, but I do wonder what it will all mean for her husband Rory Williams (Arthur Darvill) who upset me last episode by deserting Amy to look after one of the Gangers.
Role on Saturday 4 June – 18:40 on BBC1!
Wow! What a day! Never have I felt prouder to be British – or to be Londoner!
Today’s events remind us why the Royal Family is so important to Britain and to the world; more than a million people lined the streets of Central London helping to cap-off what was an incredibly emotional wedding and celebration that unified not just the country, but the world.
Two billion people are estimated to have tuned-in, and Twitter and Facebook reflect the fact that the whole world is watching this wedding with great interest and affection.
The dress was beautiful, and the only thing that nearly stole the show was Princess Catherine’s sister, Pippa, who looked simply stunning in her Maid of Honour outfit – I was breathless for a moment!
Prince William and Princess Catherine kissing on the balcony of Buckingham Palace - with the cutest bridesmaid ever looking a little annoyed by the Lancaster Bomber overhead!
The rendition of ‘Jerusalem’ brought a tear to my eye, as did the first kiss of the beautiful couple on the balcony.
Princess Catherine, the new Duchess of Cambridge, has been incredibly composed and poised throughout what must have been an incredibly demanding and tiring day; she is going to make a brilliant princess.
I am incredibly happy for both of them, but also for the nation that has come together once again thanks to a wonderful royal event highlighting the importance of having a first family that exist above politics and our day-to-day lives.
Royal Wedding Fly Past over Buckingham Palace for Prince William and Princess Catherine - Lancaster Bomber with two World War II fighters.
It’s a terrible day for republicans, as so eloquently put by Conservative blogger Tim Montgomerie on Twitter:
“Marriage + Monarchy + Military uniforms + Church + Pomp + Big crowds + Tory PM + Boris = Horrible day for Lefty republicans!”
I’m not the world’s most emotional person, but even as I write this I can feel quivers of emotion- not just in response to the beautiful wedding, but because of the way in which it has brought together hundreds of millions of people around the world.
The role of the Royal Family as a unifying force has never been more important; at a time when the world is in turmoil and Britain slowly recovers from the economic problems caused by the last recession, the positive impact of today’s events couldn’t be more welcome.
They ended the public part of their wedding in the most amazing way – with Prince William driving his new princess to Clarence House in his father’s pimped-out 1970 Aston Martin Convertible. Only in London!
I send them my congratulations and best wishes for the future – they are an amazing couple and we thank them all for letting us share their special day!
Prince William driving Princess Catherine from Buckingham Palace to Clarence House in his father's Aston Martin
I’m incredibly excited at the prospect of tomorrow’s Royal Wedding!
Prince William and Kate Middleton at RAF Cranwell
Prince William and Kate Middleton are a beautiful couple, and obviously very much in love.
Kate has a certain air of strength about her that I think will stand her in good stead for the amazing media attention to which her and Prince William will be subjected once they are married.
There is a lot of excitement here, but our American cousins seem even more excited, and I’ve been fascinated by CBS Evening News anchor Katie Couric’s coverage which reflects some Americans’ near obsession with everything royal.
I have always rated Prince William highly, and I’m impressed by Kate’s (Princess Kate’s?) confidence and intelligence.
Good luck to them both for the day of their marriage, and for their lives ahead!
Official Royal Engagement Portrait by Mario Testino - copyright Clarence House Press Office via Getty Images
I am very much looking forward to a super-relaxing weekend and this picture is my inspiration…
Fat cat chillaxes at home after a hard day out on the tiles!
Happy Easter, everyone!
Picture of the cast of BBC's Merlin - fourth series filming from March 2011!
I’m delighted to hear that the BBC have confirmed that Merlin will be coming back for a fourth series – great news!
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-11618109
This is by far my favourite TV programme of recent times and I can’t wait for its return.
Filming started a few weeks ago, based at locations in Wales and France apparently, and here is a picture of Bradley James, who plays Prince Arthur, with a copy of the script. It must be good because he looks delighted!
Picture of Bradley James - aka Prince Arthur from Merlin
These are the very lovely Bobby and Benjy – my mother’s two very, very naughty, but cute cats!
Enjoy…
Bobby and Benjy relaxing in Southgate - February 2009
And this is them outside in the garden…
Bobby and Benjy relaxing in the garden Southgate - Spring 2009
One of my favourite public speakers – Colonel Bob Stewart DSO MP – is coming to Enfield to speak at the annual Chase Ward dinner on April 12 and the excitement is building!
Colonel Bob Stewart DSO MP during his time in Bosnia
Col. Bob is now the MP for Beckenham, but is best known for his role in Bosnia as the first British Commander of Nato forces, earning him the name ‘Bosnia Bob’.
It was my great pleasure to have completed my Parliamentary Assessment Board alongside Col. Bob and he was great entertainment, but also impressed with his knowledge, strength of character and great sense of humour.
As Chairman of Chase Ward Conservatives, I cannot wait to welcome him to Enfield for our annual dinner on April 12 – if you’d like to come along, email us at office@enfieldnorth.org for a ticket – there are just a few left!
