| Occupation: |
| Wide variety of nursing experiences over my adult working years, plus a few other occupations along the way. Currently planning retirement in early 2018. |
|
| Education: |
| State school education followed by College then into training to be a Nurse - not quite led by Florence Nightingale, although it does seem that long ago now. |
|
| Heritage: |
| Interesting paternal background - more of that later. |
|
| Religion: |
| I have no time for religion in the formal sense. I do believe there is something we don't truly understand that we refer to as spiritual. |
|
| Politics: |
| Definitely left of Centre although never a fan of Tony Blair. |
|
| Appearance: |
| Shorter than I was 40 years ago - how did that happen? Unable to get rid of that extra weight, no matter how badly I treat it, but not hugely obese. |
|
| Languages Spoken: |
| As a somewhat lazy Brit, with the safety net of English being a globally acceptable language, I only truly speak English and Babytalk! I understand a handful of words in one or two European languages, and can usually understand Americans. |
|
| Musical Instruments played: |
| Sadly the only musical instrument I ever became accomplished on was the triangle - although I was at primary school during this phase of my life. I have learnt to play the kazu, but not to any particular tune. |
|
| Music Enjoyed: |
| I absolutely love any music that sends tingles down my spine or takes my breath away. Favourites are '60's and all the Oldies that are still touring. |
|
| Sports and exercise: |
| The only sport I play is the game of life, and that can be very challenging. I enjoy watching Rugby Union, particularly the big tournaments. |
|
| Interests and activities: |
| Apart from finding some R+R, photography - much to learn, writing/poetry, theatre, cinema, crosswords/Sudoku/quizzes, Being with friends/family. |
|
| Animals and Pets: |
| Many during my childhood years, and a beloved springer spaniel - a member of the family during my children's childhood |
|
| Newspapers and magazines: |
| Hello, The Oldie, Kent Life, Daily Mail (despite my left of centre leanings) |
|
| Books: |
| Rachel Joyce; Marian Keyes; Jonas Johansen; Ken Follett, Wilbur Smith, are some of my favourite authors, so anything written by them that I had not already read |
|
| Favourite Films: |
| Film choice would be something with a human interest story, a few tears perhaps with a dash of romance. |
|
| Enjoyable evening out: |
| Most likely I would choose theatre or cinema, with time to chat over a pre show meal. |
|
| Favourite Dishes: |
| Food choices very much depend on the restaurant and the reason for being there. Roast beef and Yorkshire would be fabulous in a country pub on a Sunday afternoon. Pre show is best kept light (for me) - fish maybe. |
|
| Ideal Holiday: |
| Circumstances allowing, my preferred holiday would be a cruise, taking in the Fjords and Northern Lights |
|
| In another life: |
| If I could be an accomplished musician and/or writer I would feel complete. |
|
| Personality: |
| I have no idea how my friends would describe me. From my perspective I consider myself to be a confident, caring and independent person, who doesn't suffer fools gladly. I am serious when appropriate but prefer to see life from a light hearted view-point. |
|