Smitten by Britain

Wordless Wednesday

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:08:00 +0000

Gorgeous isn't it? Do you know where it is? Find out on Friday.

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The Courteeners - New Music Monday

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:31:00 +0000

One of my favorite tracks of the last few weeks is this release from the Courteeners called "You Over Did It Doll." The band formed in 2006 in Manchester and was quickly signed to the Polydor label...

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Life in Reading

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 10:47:00 +0000

Today we travel to the south east of England to the home of one of the world's best known rock festivals and The University of Reading. The first thing you need to know is that the town name...

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The Tudors Final Season

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 01:34:00 +0000

I have never liked the saying "All good things must come to an end." I feel compelled to reply "And why is that then?" while stamping my feet like a spoiled child. The fact that The Tudors is coming...

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It's St. David's Day

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 11:05:00 +0000

Today is St.David's Day, a national day of celebration for Wales. Dedicated to St. David, the patron saint of Wales, it has been observed since his death on March 1, 589. The Welsh mark the day with...

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"Invictus" Gives Me Solace

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 14:13:00 +0000

I would like to thank you for your kind comments and words of encouragement on yesterday's post. I have some wise and wonderful readers for which I am truly grateful. I was watching Oprah last...

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Britain or Bust - I'm Scared

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 17:32:00 +0000

Over the last year I've tried to keep you up to date on the planning for our summer holiday in Britain. Besides booking the flats, the last few months have been very quiet while we waited for time to...

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Britain's School System Explained

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 13:31:00 +0000

This is another installment in my Britain - Back to Basics series which I hope you are enjoying. I must extend a hardy "Thank You" to Liz Jarvis from Living with Kids for volunteering to take on this...

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Tea Treats for the Britophile

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 02:23:00 +0000

Aren't these tea biscuits adorable? Almost too sweet to eat. Almost. You can purchase these and other designer biccies by visiting Biscuiteers.

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Marina and the Diamonds - Music Monday

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 18:42:00 +0000

Marina and the Diamonds is a Welsh singer/songwriter whose first full length album is being released today. Although Marina sounds like she has a band (the Diamonds), she is a solo artist and "the...

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Amy Williams - Britain's Golden Girl

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 14:00:00 +0000

Congratulations are in order for Amy Williams, Great Britain's first Winter Olympics gold medalist since figure skater Robin Cousins thirty years ago. The 27 year old from Bath, slid her way to...

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EastEnders 25th Anniversary Show

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:59:00 +0000

Today, BBC One will be airing a live episode of EastEnders in celebration of its 25th anniversary. The show, which began on February 19, 1985 is the BBC's highest rated program, airing four nights a...

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Britophile Alert: BAFTA Awards

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 03:49:00 +0000

With all that's going on this week with the Winter Olympics, make sure you don't miss the BAFTA awards which airs Sunday night at 8 p.m. on BBC America. For a list of the 2010 nominees, visit the...

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Cumbria and the Lake District Part 2

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 09:42:00 +0000

Below is part 2 of Cumbria and the Lake District by guest blogger Dennis Hodgson. To read part one, click here. Other peoples began to settle in the area in the period between the departure of the...

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Cumbria and the Lake District Pt. 1

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 14:00:00 +0000

I would like to welcome Dennis Hodgson, a new guest blogger here at Smitten by Britain. He kindly offered to write a post about his corner of England, which I'm sure you will agree, is a real beauty....

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Telly This Week: Brit Awards, Ricky Gervais & More

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 17:09:00 +0000

The Brit Awards turn 30 today and will air tonight on British television. (BBC America usually re-airs the show in March.) Tonight's show has been dubbed "Battle of the Babes" because many of the...

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Flipping Over Pancake Day

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 14:28:00 +0000

Today is Shrove Tuesday, or Pancake Day in Britain. It is the last day before the start of Lent when Christians practice abstinence by giving up things they normally enjoy. So on Shrove Tuesday,...

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Music Monday News - Status Quo, The Knack

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 12:28:00 +0000

Francis Rossi and Rick Parfitt of Status Quo have been awarded OBEs by her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The honor was given in recognition of their services to music and charity. Status Quo has been...

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Funny Starburst Ad

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 21:19:00 +0000

This clever advert was released last year and completely escaped me. I think you'll like it too.

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Love...Actually.

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 16:23:00 +0000

I don't really like Valentine's Day. I think it's a holiday concocted and perpetuated by the greeting card industry in conjunction with the floral industry. If you're a single person, it's the most...

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British Olympians To Watch In Vancouver

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 11:22:00 +0000

The 2010 Winter Olympics opens in Vancouver, Canada tonight and I'm really looking forward to it. In my home we get a lot of enjoyment out of the Olympic games and I'm often heard cheering for Great...

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Scottish-American War Memorial

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 13:46:00 +0000

This moving tribute to Scottish troops serving in WWI is located in Princes Street Gardens in Edinburgh. It was paid for by the Scottish-American War Memorial Committee and unveiled in 1927. The text...

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Jamie's Valentine's Day Message

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:42:00 +0000

I mentioned to my friends on Twitter today that I'm having one of those days that we girlies love, you know, the kind that makes you want to stick your head in a large vat of chocolate? You could say...

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New Music Monday - Blood Red Shoes

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:48:00 +0000

I'm loving this punchy new track from Brighton's Blood Red Shoes. Their new album "Fire Like This" will be available March 1st, but you can download "Light It Up" starting Feb. 22nd.

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Sweet Tweets of the Week - 2/6/10

smittenbybritain@hotmail.com (Smitten by Britain) — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 17:20:00 +0000

My favorite British town names. http://urlm.in/ecjt >>This post has rcvd a record # of hits today.Thanks everyone 4 the great response. My favorite advert right now....

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