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Another one of my favourite songs I enjoy listening to songs by the band Journey.
I love Mariah Carey singing this song too.
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In a beautiful location. I wonder what kind of a story this old tree could tell me, if only it could talk to me. 🙂
My location: Ashby Castle. I stayed overnight at “The World’s End” Hotel, which is only a few miles away from here. I wanted to be here as early as possible, soon after breakfast. 🙂
Ashby Castle, also known as Ashby de la Zouch Castle, is a historic site located in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Northants, England. It was originally constructed in the 12th century and expanded significantly in the 15th century by Lord Hastings, who transformed it into an impressive fortified manor house.
Key features of Ashby Castle include:
- Tower: The castle’s most striking feature is its grand tower, which offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Visitors can climb the spiral staircase to the top.
- Chapel: A beautifully preserved medieval chapel that showcases the religious architecture of the time.
- Gardens: The castle is surrounded by extensive gardens, which were once designed in the style of a Tudor garden.
- Ruins: Much of the castle is in ruins, providing a picturesque and atmospheric glimpse into its storied past.
- Underground Passage: An intriguing underground passage that connects different parts of the castle, which was used for defense and escape routes.
The castle played a significant role during the Wars of the Roses and was later slighted (deliberately damaged) during the English Civil War to prevent its use as a stronghold. Today, Ashby Castle is managed by English Heritage and is open to the public, offering a blend of historical insight and scenic beauty.
I have had a lovely few days away from work. Sadly, my short break is drawing to an end. Back to work on Monday. 😞
A Crying Rose 
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A. Alone. Hoping I find a lifetime partner.
If I don’t find him, then it is better to have loved, than to never have loved at all.
You cannot spend your life being disrespected. You have to stand alone sometimes than to be treated like a doormat.
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My location today is at “The World’s End” Hotel in Ecton. Ii have a full day planned.
A comfortable bed. 
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I went to the cinema to watch this film, with my eldest daughter Kitty, a few years ago. We both loved the film. In fact, it is one of my top 20 films.
It starts the fabulous actors Steve Carell and Keira Knightley.
This song features in the film right at the end. I love the song. 
Cheers at “TWE” The World’s End 😉 -
If the man you love, does not see that you love him and he gets agitated by your very existence, then the only alternative is to keep making yourself scarce.
Perhaps his intentions/aims are to push you away in the first place.
Why can’t people just be honest? If they are not interested in you, then just say it. Don’t make the person believe otherwise.
You should never tell someone that you love them and not mean it.
If you don’t love the person, then go ahead and tell them, in a way that might let them down a little, but not in a cruel manner.
If you’ve fallen in love with someone else, then you need to be honest. Don’t make someone believe that they are the love of your life if that isn’t the case. That is being untruthful.
It can be less damaging to the person who you are letting down, if there is honesty.
If you treat someone harshly then don’t be surprised that you may frightened them away. Learn to soften your abruptness, because everyone deserves to be treated with respect, even when you are breaking up with them.
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Lol OK I challenge any non-professional singer, to sing this. 🤣
I sing a lot of Ooooo’s right at the end.
Click here
https://www.smule.com/sing-recording/1450417523_4878074930
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A. Not at all. 🙂 I have never resided in America, however, I have visited California, during a holiday. I have never lived in the USA though.
To be perfectly honest, I have never thought about living abroad, away from England. I happen to love my home country. It has never been an issue.
I have lived abroad, however, it was only temporarily and I felt quite homesick whilst living away. I am always glad to be home every single time I go away. 🙂
There’s no place like home. 😀
SmileyRose Ramblings by
Frances Rose Agnes Napper (She/Her) 