Category Archives: Personal Shots

Bridesmaids

Posted on July 5, 2012 by Alice

Today my past decided to pay my present a visit. Inspiration for the day’s musings came along with it: How to best capture the good graces of a bride’s attendants. Natural light, spontaneous poses, cracking smiles and crinkles around their eyes. Every inch … Continue reading →

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Belle Femme

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Alice

I claim as friends some girls with continental backgrounds and by jove they are classy birds. Some are living in France, some made a life there before now, and some are perpetually drawn to France for their vacations. At any rate, French women … Continue reading →

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Lap It Up

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Alice

This little mermaid has always been more at home submerged in a waterworld than wandering about on land, the pedestrian God finally fashioned me… No complaints here; I don’t mind at all walking the land, the concrete, the stairs, to … Continue reading →

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Ode to a Hug

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Alice

WEEE! That’s how I feel when I am on a playdate with an exceptional friend who likes as I do hugs and hand-holding and all sorts of soul-nourishing flourishes of affection. Whether taking a stroll beside a lazy river, or … Continue reading →

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A Little Help From My Friends

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Alice

Companionate-style friendship really is the bomb. Did you know that having a good set of mates can help you live a longer life? Well my instinct tells me so, considering its my friends who get me through the horrors of … Continue reading →

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Parasail Away!

Posted on March 12, 2012 by Alice

A hot summer’s day is too easily spoilt by spending it in its entirety on terra firma. Why not take to the air, attached to ropes and boats, parachutes and harnesses? Nothing novel in that idea considering an adventurous fellow by … Continue reading →

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How Happiness Looks – Part 1

Posted on March 9, 2012 by Alice

Only today I was pondering they why’s and wherefore’s of happiness. Sure, I know it when I myself feel it; I sense it from others intuitively when it shows on their faces and in gestures; I long for it in … Continue reading →

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One Point Five Two Carats of Love

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Alice

Lets begin with what takes my breath away every day: my engagement ring. The plush 1.52 carat centre solitaire is set high with four prongs gripping the stone, little metal claws bending over the edge of the transparent jewel holding … Continue reading →

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Shopping As Sport

Posted on February 18, 2012 by Alice

Shopping in Dubai is not for the weak of heart or to be taken lightly. The Serious Shopper comes replete with attitude and a colourful array of plastic to get her through the glaring lights of Fashion Avenue. The Middle … Continue reading →

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Wrapped Gifts

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Alice

Today I did a good turn. The instant work ceased, I hot-footed it to my see my friend and presented her with a gift, prettily wrapped and carefully packed, bow on top and hand-made card attached. It was actually the lusty Romans who cemented gift-giving … Continue reading →

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