Category Archives: switzerland

The plot thickens (or rather, it doesn’t and I just realise a couple of things which I actually realised a while ago but ignored at the time)

So… it turns out that ugly minger shag is actually ugly minger girlfriend. And, annoyingly, isn’t that ugly at all. She is, in fact, incredibly slim and good looking. But she does have a rather prominent nose (which makes me feel better). … Continue reading

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Chez Cow – under renovation

Due to an unexpected free weekend (thank you Ash Cloud of Doom (TM)) I finally got the chance to move into the new house this weekend. So far I have: a) a mattress (stolen, well, given to me by, a … Continue reading

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I fall for the oldest trick in the book

You would think that, at my grand old age, I’d know a downright bad boy when I saw one. You’d think I’d know that, on reflection, it’s probably not a good idea to get involved (or attempt to get involved) … Continue reading

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The calling-card

Facebook is the modern day equivalent of a gentleman’s calling card. Back in the day, calling cards ”were a necessary accessory for a gentleman or lady who called upon friends or acquaintances, or who wished to announce their presence in town. … Continue reading

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Protected: 101 reasons why I’m an idiot

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Oh neigh!

  At £17 a kilo, I’d better be eating Red Rum!

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I have a pathetic moment

Ok, you’re just going to have to bear with me, I’m having a sudden flash of pathetico. Having gone out over the weekend several things occur to me: 1. I’ll never ever ever have a man ever ever again. All the … Continue reading

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A timely reminder from an old friend

Late-ish last night (late for me, the Swiss air seems to be affecting me. I’m in bed by 9 most nights) I had a call from a dear friend, whom I will call, for want of a better name, Fursty … Continue reading

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Steep learning curves

I’ve been in Switzerland for nearly a week now and I can’t believe how quickly the time has flown by. How much has happened over the last 6 days. How much I think I’ve probably started to change. So what … Continue reading

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The incredible journey

So… the packers had been and gone and suddenly, it was Friday morning. One day left in the country. One day in which to say my goodbyes before the epic journey started. I woke up early doors and had a … Continue reading

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