March has really seen the Centenary of the Easter Rising in Ireland ramp up a gear. TV, radio and the printed media have been covering the event in depth and with a beautiful and mature reverence. I was introduced to a song called Grace in this time, which is an Irish ballad written about the wife of Joseph Plunkett, one of the rebels, whom she married in Kilmainham Gaol the night before he was executed. This cover in celebration of the centenary was recorded in the jail, and is poignant and touching.
Favourite TV show:
D and I have been watching Orange Is The New Black this month a lot. Always late to the party. We are really enjoying its subtle comedy and the depth of character development, while the storyline is a meandering wander, not a sprint - which we've been used to recently! (Following The Returned and Making a Murderer, I'm enjoying the gentle stroll)
Favourite movie:
10 Cloverfield Lane - reviews to follow...
Favourite book
Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens. (Again, full review to follow..)
Favourite article:
Elton John: The Bitch at Peace by Stephen Rodrick in Rolling Stone, published February 25, 2016. The singer reflects on his career and his meteoric rise to fame, its effect on his long-suffering partner, David, and the feud with his mother.
Favourite moment:
Going to my first ever Ireland rugby game and watching them beat Scotland!
Making necessary changes and pulling together to get back on track.
And my promotion at work. :)
Looking forward to in April:
I am looking forward to spending a night with our closest friends, for some laughs, drinks and nice food. A spa weekend with one of said friends, to celebrate her getting married soon!
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