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Period 1993–2002 Part Two The 'Oxton Offy' just down the road from where I discovered 'The Blues' So, how does what I have discussed in the first part this blog (a brief history of the Blues part 1) relate to my situation with Lauren*?  Well, between 1994 and 1995, I shared a Oxton flat with… Continue reading ‘HOW THE BLUES PUT A SMILE ON JARMIN’S FACE…’

Period 1993 – 2002 Part One Really good DVD Box Set, that gives a comprehensive history of The Blues. ‘How the Blues put a smile on my face’…I would imagine this isn’t something which is said too often in conversations.  However, it has worked for me over the years, especially when dealing with tricky situations… Continue reading ‘HOW THE BLUES PUT A SMILE ON JARMIN’S FACE…’

Part Two Period 1993–2002 These blogs are loosely based on pieces of creativity that provide the backdrop to certain events in my life.  Today, I have chosen a piece of television, a film drama, and three musical tracks, all which illustrate the issues discussed in the previous part of this blog, published 1st May 2022. … Continue reading ‘TO ACQUIT, OR NOT TO ACQUIT’

Part One Thirty-two years and counting, I should really give up the ghost of obsessive lust.  I am sure ‘Lauren’*, the women of this fantasy, if she knew would be calling the cops to have me banged up.  Fortunately, ‘Jennifer’* the real love of my life, isn’t too worried about this period in my past! … Continue reading ‘TO ACQUIT, OR NOT TO ACQUIT’

Period 1993 - 1997 Hazel (not her real name) became a kindred spirit.  Our friendship is one of a platonic nature.  After a day or so, she invited me to her room for a chat and a drink.  For starters, she was very generous with her measures of whiskey!  As you do when you’re first… Continue reading ‘DARK TIMES LEAD TO BRIGHT TIMES’, Part Two