Tag Archives: writing

Trying Out a New City (Again!)*

Posted on April 6, 2014 by Scribe Doll

Eclectic, dirty, quirky and – for a European capital – surprisingly scruffy.  This city reminds me of a bric-à-brac shop, where a precious artefact, a piece of useless junk,  an item of modern tat and a neglected masterpiece lie side … Continue reading →

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Picking Up The Pen Again

Posted on February 16, 2014 by Scribe Doll

Just start.  Take that first – hard – step. “I haven’t written since before Christmas,” I say to H.  “If we stay at home, I’ll just keep working.  I really want to write something – anything – today.  Besides, we both need fresh … Continue reading →

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Winter and the Art of Waiting – and Trusting

Posted on December 22, 2013 by Scribe Doll

One of my recurring nightmares is missing Christmas.  When I am under intense stress and feel like I am losing control of my life, I start dreaming that, somehow or other, I’ve overslept, miscalculated the dates, forgot to look at … Continue reading →

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Yes

Posted on December 1, 2013 by Scribe Doll

A sea of people rushes forth as soon as the traffic lights turn green.  A faceless crowd all looking down as they stride.  I dodge them to avoid collision.  I try in vain to catch someone – anyone’s – eye.  A man’s … Continue reading →

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Poetry?

Posted on November 10, 2013 by Scribe Doll

I don’t like poetry.  There.  I’ve said it.  Go ahead and tell me that’s as bad as not liking children or animals – or art.  Well, I like most children. I love animals. As for art, I like it – as … Continue reading →

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The Sweet Sound of Pear Wood

Posted on October 20, 2013 by Scribe Doll

It had lain in its case, on top of the CDs, since I moved here last April.  Occasionally, I would pick it up and blow the dust off the black cloth case, but never open it, even though I longed … Continue reading →

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Befriending Lady E.

Posted on October 5, 2013 by Scribe Doll

VIP transport was arranged for her relocation from Ukraine.  Her immediate members of staff had moved to London ahead of her to get everything ready.  The flat, in a quiet, tree-lined street, was furnished; the fridge was stocked with her … Continue reading →

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Autumn as a Touchstone

Posted on September 8, 2013 by Scribe Doll

I asked to have my latte at my usual small round table just outside the door, on the step above the pavement, while the weather still allows it.  Soon, it will be too cold or too wet, and I will … Continue reading →

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In Grantchester.

Posted on August 25, 2013 by Scribe Doll

My friend C. has a sticker on her vehicle, which says, “My other car is a broom”.  She keeps it by the back door, ready to sweep out dust and other unwanted dirt.  To keep the house clean from unpleasant … Continue reading →

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Turandot – A Story of Redemption

Posted on August 18, 2013 by Scribe Doll

One of my favourite operas – if not my actual favourite – is Turandot.  Inspired by the Persian fairy tale Turan-Dokht, it was Giacomo Puccini’s swansong, left unfinished at his death and completed by Franco Alfano. There is something profoundly different about … Continue reading →

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