The Duncan Diaries

April 9, 2014

Everyone says I've grown a lot.  I can't imagine how; I don't get nearly enough to eat, the way I see it.

Leighton Buzzard in Bedfordshire, England

This week I've decided it's time to post another installment of our trip to England in 1999.  Last year, I wrote about London, The Bellows Mill Hotel, and Stratford Upon Avon.  My husband was working on a computer software installation for his company, and I was able to travel to England and Ireland with him in the early spring of 1999.  It was a trip I'll never forget.

The company my husband works for has a  facility here in our town, as well as in Leighton Buzzard, England and Kilkeel, Northern Ireland.  Leighton Buzzard was a cute town; not in the least like the villages in the Cotswolds or the coastal regions.  Still, it had its own brand of charm and unique architecture.

What Kind of Movies Do You Like?

I love movies!  I have for as long as I can remember, and I have to say, I like an eclectic mix of movies.  If asked what my favorite kind of movie is, I would be hard pressed to say.  Here are some of my favorites over the years --

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Progress With Duncan

A lovely morning to you all!  I hope to enjoy this pretty day before the nasty weather rolls in again tomorrow.

Happy St. Patrick's Day

Happy St. Patrick's Day to you!  Unfortunately, things aren't looking real green and cheerful around here today.  More dismal weather, filled with gray skies and cold rain.  To be fair though, it rains an awful lot a wee fair bit in Ireland, too.  That's why everything is so lush and green there.  They're not plagued with the hot, humid weather that we get here in the summer, or the frequent periods of drought.

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My Favorite Five -- Guest Posting at "Decor To Adore"

Hi everyone!  Today you can find me at Laura Ingalls Gunn's blog, Decor To Adore.  I'm guest posting for her weekly series, "My Favorite Five."  I'd love for you to stop by and visit me at Laura's blog.  I'll be sharing five of my favorite Irish things.

An Irish Table for St. Patrick's Day

I'm into my fourth year of blogging, and this is the year I finally put a St. Paddy's Day tablescape together and actually got it photographed.  Yippee!  Mr. Forest Manor did the photography for me (Thanks Honey) -- I really appreciate the good pictures he takes.