Same, Same But Different

posted: Tuesday, 17th May 2011

When I was in Thailand a few years ago I kept hearing the saying 'Same, same but different' which means it's nearly the same, but not. It was usually used in reference to fake goods which were the 'same' as the 'real' thing, but obviously not the real thing.

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Questions And Answers

posted: Monday, 16th May 2011

Guess what? It's another sunny day here and today I actually get up early as there are more departures and Eggs Benedict for breakfast. The food and company, of course, make getting up early worth it.

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Increasing My Education

posted: Sunday, 15th May 2011

Another sunny day in Tucson and once again chatter draws me from my bed.

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Beading Comfort Zone And Exciting Journeys

posted: Saturday, 14th May 2011

After convincing myself the last few days my beadwork is all rubbish, I start the day by giving myself a good talking to and, after soaking up some sun and stroking Kate's lovely cats, I decide to hit the day full of positivity.

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A Bad Bead Lot

posted: Friday, 13th May 2011

I love waking up here in Tucson with the sun beaming in the windows onto me, the chatter of exotic birds drifting in from the garden and the chatter of beaders drifting in from the rest of the house.

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The Gang's All Here

posted: Thursday, 12th May 2011

Well, after feeling so down about my work yesterday I am determined to have fun beading today and seeing as Teresa Sullivan's taking the class I can't even imagine how today could be anything but fun!

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Keep Up The Good Work

posted: Wednesday, 11th May 2011

I wake up to another sunny day in Tucson and get started with a swim and then a visit to the shops with Kate.

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Your Ignorance Isn't My Bliss

posted: Tuesday, 10th May 2011

I am writing these blogs back home in London and reminiscing about my time in Tucson. I'm trying to write as accurately as I can, looking back at photos and scribbled notes about events, but I apologise in advance for being unable to capture the atmosphere of the time

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A Whole New World

posted: Monday, 9th May 2011

I have made it safely across the ocean to Tucson but feel all at sea.

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Great British Bead Show

posted: Saturday, 7th May 2011

A nice day today teaching at the Great British Bead Show and the first time I have taught my "Faux Cro" class.

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