Q. Is apologising considered a sign of weakness?
A. Apologising is appropriate when an individual acknowledges that they have made a mistake. One cannot apologise for something they are unaware of. Open communication about the matter is therefore beneficial.
You may sometimes accept differing opinions if the matter is minor or if the individual is at fault; in such cases, an appropriate apology should be offered.
If you don’t talk, then nobody ever knows that they have done something wrong.
Q. What school did you attend, Frances, when you resided in Cyprus?
A. I attended two British schools during my years living in Cyprus. My father was posted to Cyprus in the 1970’s. He was in the British Royal Air Force. Before my father retirement, he worked in the Education Department.
My educational journey included time at Campbell Junior School and subsequently at St John’s Secondary School. Both schools provided excellent education.
They were exclusively British schools, staffed solely by British teachers. Someone assumed that, having lived in Cyprus as a child, I attended a Cypriot school. However, this was not the case. I thoroughly enjoyed my time in Cyprus and had the opportunity to meet many wonderful people. I was honoured to serve as a bridesmaid at a Cypriot wedding.
I have a great appreciation for Greek culture; however, this does not make me Cypriot. I only resided there for a brief period. During that time, I had some of the most memorable experiences of my life. I also maintain friendships with a few individuals from Cyprus (Greek Cypriots), and we have been in touch and visited each other since our childhood.
I sometimes think about all of those lovely friends I made during my school years and the locals i made friends with. They were special days. 🙂
You may reside in a different country and hold a deep appreciation for its culture without necessarily being from that cultural background. I only lived there during my childhood and still speak only English. Neither of my parents was Greek Cypriot; however, like myself, they enjoyed living in Cyprus.
I returned to England with a notable tan. Residing in warm countries can lead to skin tanning over an extended period. I had a healthy glow upon my return to England, which was quite pleasant.
Aww, I have such a lot of lovely memories.
F x
Q. Are you very trusting of a partner, Frances?
A. Ooh. That’s a good question. 🙂 It is unfair to assume that an individual does not trust their partner. Trust levels are highly dependent on the individual concerned. If someone is in a relationship and engages in infidelity,
it is understandable that their partner might be less trusting of them. Discovering that a partner has been unfaithful can be profoundly upsetting for those who are in love.
While I was in a relationship with someone, I read the “Fifty Shades” trilogy, which includes some explicit reading that stimulates the imagination. This raises questions about whether engaging with such material constitutes a breach of trust. Where should the boundary be drawn between maintaining trust and engaging in personal interests or fantasies? 🙂
Q. SmileyRose, how would you describe your perspective on beauty?
A. I consider myself an aging woman and believe that “beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” Attractiveness can vary from person to person, and I recognise that perceptions of beauty may change as one grows older.
I have never gone out there and said, “Hey, look at me, I’m wonderful!” That is someone else’s misconception about me. I very rarely post my young photographs on the internet, just since turning 45 yrs.
I have a nice personality.
Frances x 🙃🙂
Q. What makes you happy?
A. Roses, Flowers, nature, the sea, the sunset, sunrise, horses, animals, fish, books, music, and petrichor to name just a few things. They all make me happy. 🤔😊
Frances x
SmileyRose Ramblings by
Frances Rose Agnes Napper (She/Her) 