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Euro Weekly News | Vicki McLeod

Don’t take it in the chin, chaps

HAPPY Movember to one and all! Yes, you read that correctly, this is Movember, not November, or at least it will be in my house. Movember is a yearly event to raise awareness of men’s health issues and as such is responsible for the sudden appearance of furry growths on…

Monday, 05 November 2012 13:30

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FAMILY MATTERS: Sing like you’re winning

'THE only thing better than singing is more singing," said Ella Fitzgerald. I’ve got to say that I agree with her, I’ve always sang: in the car, in the shower, occasionally on a stage, mostly to myself, but since being a grown up I’ve never had the chance to sing…

Friday, 19 October 2012 10:52

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STRESSFUL: Trying to make a go of business.

Down musical memory lane

I WAS a teenager in the 80’s. I grew up with Duran Duran, Wham, Bronski Beat, The Smiths, The Jacksons, Madonna well not literally, but you know what I mean. Their music was continually playing on my little radio. I was fanatical about it all. I would record the Top…

Monday, 15 October 2012 17:34

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Dad, La Gidg and husband at the bottom whilst I am shoving large dog down a rock.

Big foot in the sky

We went on a wholesome walk last weekend. It was a lovely sunny Sunday and that’s what you’re supposed to do isn’t it? Not laze around at home eating cereal out of the box and watching the Formula One, no, you should be hiking. So we did. My husband…

Friday, 14 September 2012 17:56

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BBQ: A lovely sunny day in August was enjoyed.

For ten golden minutes all was happiness in the sun

THE summer holidays are almost at an end. Parents all over the island are looking forward to breathing out and getting back to the old routine. Every year since La Gidg started school it has been a three month long struggle to juggle work and keep her entertained and even (fancy…

Friday, 07 September 2012 13:47

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GREAT CAUSE: Musicians raising money for other musicians.

All together now

It seems rather fitting, what with it being the Paralympics starting this week to be doing something to benefit and encourage disabled people who live in Mallorca. Next week on Wednesday September 5th I’m getting together a group of young musicians to do a benefit concert for Aspace. Aspace is…

Monday, 03 September 2012 18:39

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Congratulations Ma’am

GOODNESS what has come over me? I don’t recall being a raving fan of the Royal family but for the past week every time there has been mention of the Jubilee I’ve come over all sentimental and tearful.

Friday, 08 June 2012 18:10

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Is this the end of the honeymoon?

When I first visited Mallorca the island and the way of life here reminded me of my childhood in the UK in the 70s.

Friday, 01 June 2012 13:23

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No pain, no gain

IF you happen to be in the Palma Nova area on either a Monday or a Thursday morning, around 9.30am then you may be treated to the sight of a group of women jogging.

Friday, 25 May 2012 15:50

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Holiday crisis point

I WAS driving through Magaluf when a man walked out in front of my car.

Friday, 11 May 2012 00:00

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Perfectly flawed

‘Mummy?’ enquired my lovely, six and a half year old daughter. ‘Yes sweetheart,’ I murmured distractedly. ‘Am I fat?’ she asks with a concerned voice.

Tuesday, 08 May 2012 11:06

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