Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010
Its back, the sunshine and I am glad. So glad, that I could not stay in today after my lovely lunch gent had gone off on his smiley, merry way, that is after we had devoured champagne, marinated seabass, haricot verts and the best mashed potato he has ever had in his whole darned life (smoothes down chefette’s apron with pride) and ultimately, quite frankly, devoured each other ;) Alright, I am just showing off now,with my mash, but I do love it when someone enjoys themselves here, I really do.
I had heaps of things to do here and elsewhere, but instead decided to play hooky and go and play outside afterwards. Not far from me is what looks like a pagoda, about half a mile away, near to Chelsea Bridge. I only saw it before whilst in a car a few times and kept thinking that I must investigate it. So I did. Today. I walked there and discovered it was Battersea Park, just over the bridge and it was wonderful. The pagoda in question is The London Peace Pagoda and it is truly beautiful. Quite lovely.
I spent around 6 weeks in Thailand and Singapore a few years ago and visited a lot of Budhist temples, an awful lot. I was fed, watered and smiled at :)
It reminded me of that time, this pagoda; beautiful golden buddha statues, immaculately kept, and, as always, very peaceful. I have a lot of time for Budhists, even though I dont have much time for organised religion. Oh I am not a Budhist by the way but I do know a little about it. Ive read a fair bit about all sorts of spiritual and religious matters. I have studied the New and Old Testament and the Quaran. I can tell you a fair a bit about Mormonism too, and have even read Mein Kampf; not strictly a religion, I know, but it still led to a doctrine. I like to understand what makes people tick you see.
Buddhism is more of a philosophy than a religion though. Beautiful, gentle people they are, I liked them a lot. Did you know that no war or violence of any sort has been actioned in the name of Buddhism? Ever. They certainly practice what they preach. That has to be admired.
The pagoda and also a mile of the park was constructed and dedicated to, and by, some prominent figures in the Budhist world. I am sorry but I cant remember the names (I was travelling light and didnt take a pen) which pretty much throws out my next commentary; which is the fact that people feel the need to leave a legacy to the world. Thats a nice one, the pagoda and mile long jogging track too, although I did not partake of the jogging aspect, a leisurely stroll was more than enough on a hot day like today, but I very much enjoyed it
How nice to leave that for other people to enjoy, dont you think? I once had a habit of leaving books I had read, finished with, in all sorts of places so that others could enjoy them. I still take all my magazines to the GP’s surgery but that, I think is more to do with disliking waste than a need to be remembered in future :)
I think I would like to leave something beautiful behind though, a legacy, something for people to enjoy, something like the pagoda, I shall have to think. I do have a plaque with my name on, somewhere in Pakistan, its a sanctuary for bears who were rescued after being made to fight, horribly, horribly cruel. Anyway, I helped fund that. Thats not enough though. Its not enough to just rescue things, it would be good to have something that enriches or makes people happy. Like I said, I will have to think.
The need to leave something behind, well thats not new, lots of people do this by having children; and it is I think, what Sebastian Horsley was thinking when he wrote his book (which I have not read, by the way) but I did re-book my seat for the theatre and saw the play recently.
My overwhelming reaction to the play was sadness. Real sadness, when you actually get to hear about this guy’s life. He came from a wealthy family but oh so dysfunctional. The play made reference to his parents constantly and their lack of basic parental care, and I did read that his mother was present on the first night, along with Sebsatian. I can only say that it must have been a raw experience for both of them to watch it. Its not for me to judge or make assumptions about anyone or anything, but I cant even begin to imagine what demons you would have to conquer after experiencing your life played out on stage like that. I had heard that Sebastian had given up drugs some time ago, but he died of a drug overdose the other day - I hope that this play didnt open up unbearable wounds for him. I certainly found it painful to watch. There were some excellent one liners, some poignant, some very funny. I really wish I had met him. Its at the Soho Theatre if you want to see it.
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Thursday, June 3rd, 2010
It takes me a few days to get through everything in the Sunday Times and I dont always buy that particular paper, sometimes its The Telegraph, The Observer when they have their foodie supplement once a month or other weekend newspapers that take my eye. I guess I am what is known as a ‘Newspaper Tart’ – I show no allegiance to any individual one :)
I was really, really shocked and dismayed and yes, upset to read an article in The Sunday Times at the weekend. Not a very palatable subject so please dont read on if you are of a delicate disposition.
Child rape. Did you know that there were over 500 reported cases of child rape in one month alone – in just one district in South Africa? Some are just babies, a few months old; many die through their injuries. What on earth is going on? I know that South Africa is not alone in this sickening abuse and I dont think I have imperialist tendancies but the numbers are incredible, arent they?
I hope that the forthcoming world cup is used as a platform to highlight some social issues in South Africa too, difficult as they are. Some say sport should not be used in this way, but something has to be done for these children and what better way, when the whole world is watching?
If you would like to support the charity which helps these kids, please go here.
The Teddy Bear Clinic for Abused Children.
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Saturday, May 8th, 2010
It used to be a euphemism for being a tad ‘over-refreshed’; seeing pink elephants, so you can imagine my dismay when I started seeing them all over London, and they werent just pink either; they were bright blue and multi- coloured, some had crazy designs all over them. They were outside The Dorchester, Sloane Square and again in Berkeley Square.
‘What is this?’, I said to myself, ”Ive not had a drop!’. Actually, Ive just found out that it is some fantastic scheme to raise money for the endangered asian elephant. Top designers and artists have painted lifesize models of baby elephants and they are displayed in various spots around London. They will eventually be auctioned off to raise funds for a great charity.
I love elephants, they are my favourite animal and I have been lucky enough to see them in the wild in both Africa and Asia and I sponsored a tiny orphaned elephant once so I am definitely behind this new inititiative.
Mr M popped around the other day and told me that he had donated a significant sum to one of my nominated charities listed to the right below. I was over the moon, that is so great and I know that particular charity quite well so they will be so grateful for the funds and I know they will use it well. Thanks again Mr M xx
So if you have room in your garden for a lifesize baby elephant statue, why not bid for one?, it will look equally as fetching in the grounds of your business premises too, no doubt (and I believe it may be tax deductable? ;)
You can take a look HERE for more information.
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Saturday, October 25th, 2008
Dear Friend,
>
> Just a quick note to again thank you for your support and update you on
> the Gurkha Justice Campaign – www.gurkhajustice.org.uk
>
> With over 80,000 signatures and rising, we are still getting thousands of
> new supporters every day. We’re still working to get the message out about
> the campaign – last week Al Murray gave us a tremendous boost on his show
> Al Murray’s Happy Hour.
>
> If you haven’t already done so, PLEASE pass on our need for signatures to
> everyone you know and ask them to do likewise. Please send it to your
> address book. We really need this campaign to spread all across the
> country – like wild-fire.
>
> This week I’m pleased to say there will be adverts in the next few days in
> a number of newspapers including the Daily Mail, Guardian and Telegraph
> promoting the campaign.
>
> We’ve had some great stories from supporters across the country, from
> people collecting signatures at car boot sales and street stalls, to
> people putting links on their web sites and telling all their friends – it
> is making a big difference. Thank you so much to all those who have
> written and emailed – there are so many we simply can’t reply to all of
> them personally, so please forgive us. I PROMISE they are being read and
> appreciated.
>
> The huge number of messages of support and offers of help have been
> fantastic, but we still really need more help. If possible, can you can
> help us get the message out in the following ways:
>
> 1. If you have a blog, web site, Facebook page or similar, please put a
> message about www.gurkhajustice.org.uk encouraging people to sign the
> petition. You could also post a message in any discussion forums you use
> online.
>
> 2. Print out the form at
> www.gurkhajustice.org.uk/gurkha_campaign_petition_form.pdf and get friends
> and family to sign. Please make sure you return it to us by 16th November.
>
> 3. Pass the message to as many people as you can. Whether you forward this
> email to your contact list, give people a call, or write a letter to your
> local paper to ask others to sign the petition at
> www.gurkhajustice.org.uk – we really need your help.
>
> A great example of one supporter promoting our site is a video we saw on
> YouTube last week. We found it extremely moving. See what you think at
> http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=MEPvmPdDzYc
>
> Finally, a very special date for your diary – 20th November. There will be
> more details soon, but we will be handing in the Gurkha Justice petition
> to Downing Street on that day. Some special guests and I will be meeting
> in Parliament Square at around 11am. Anyone who can come along to join us
> and show their support for the Gurkhas campaign in person on that day will
> be most welcome.
>
> With warmest good wishes,
>
> Joanna
> www.gurkhajustice.org.uk
>
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