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Tuesday, November 2, 2010
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Friday, October 29, 2010
THE KINGS SPEECH
I'm a sucker for period movies, especially those with English accents and even more so, those staring Colin Firth. So what happens when an English accent of character played by Firth in a period film is accompanied by a stammer? That is the story of The King's Speech which opens November 26th.
Prince George, The Duke of York was second in line to the throne behind his brother so his stammer wouldn't really have been as big of a problem had his brother not abdicated the throne to marry Wallis Simpson. (Madonna is making a film about that story.)
After his brother abdicates, George ('Bertie') reluctantly assumes the throne as King George VI. Because his stutter has called into question his ability to rule, he and Elizabeth I engage the help of an unorthodox speech therapist named Lionel Logue.
"Through a set of unexpected techniques, and as a result of an unlikely friendship, Bertie is able to find his voice and boldly lead the country through war." George VI and Elizabeth are the parents of reigning Queen Elizabeth II and it will be interesting to see her childhood during the war.
There are already rumors that this film will earn Colin Firth an Oscar just as The Queen earned Helen Mirren her statue. I think it's safe to say that The Academy is also a sucker for an English accent - Garth
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Monday, October 25, 2010
Friday, October 22, 2010
A SUCCULENT LIFE
On Saturday, Michelle and I, ventured into Pretoria to go to Woodlands Boulevard (a shopping center) as Amy was raving about this coffee decor shop.
My mouth fell to the floor when I walked into Succulent Decor - it is a visual feast and I did not even know where to start. Michelle and I had to go back for a second helping! The shop is a must for anyone who is looking for stylish gifts that are affordable. The shop also stocks great furniture and fabrics. Next to Succulent Decor is Succulent Cafe and the menu does not disappoint. With cake names like Diet's Revenge and Thunder thighs, you know that you are in for a delicious treat - Mart
For more about Succulent Decor and Cafe click here
WHAT A WEEK
I am sure that you have noticed both Garth and my absence from The G&M Society this week. I would like to say that is was because we won the lotto and went on a much needed holiday but in fact I was chained to my desk at work (true story) and when I managed to pull a MacGyver and pick the lock with a paper clip, I began working on an exciting project that I have been asked to be a part of - I cannot say to much about it yet, but when I can, you know it will be posted here!
And well I have been slaving away, Garth has been in bed. He hurt his back and has been in so much pain but he is loving the schedule 5 drugs.
So rest assured dear readers, we will both be back in full force next week to give our yakkings of taste!
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Friday, October 15, 2010
INTERESTING FACT
This October there are 5 full weekends: 5 Fridays, 5 Saturdays and 5 Sundays. This only happens once every 823 years.
WAKEY WAKEY
Coffee gets my eyes from closed to open before the first sip hits the back of my throat, this mug would be the perfect accompaniment for my favourite morning ritual - Garth
Thursday, October 14, 2010
DO YOU CARRY A GUN?
Justine had to get her car through road worthy and since I had nothing exciting to do over lunch I decided to go with her. While I was waiting, I flipped through the testing station's magazine which is published globally and come across an article on one of SA's famous expats, Charlize Theron.
Love this sentence: In Charlize's Theron's South-Africa homeland everyone carried a weapon.
As soon as I am finished reading the rest of this article, I am off to stroke my lion in my back garden - Mart
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
YOU READ IT HERE FIRST
I just discovered 17-year-old Brit, Conor Maynard on YouTube today! He has not been signed to a label yet but I think he has a bright future in store.Click here to watch his cover of Rihanna's Only Girl (In The World) - Mart
SHOWER FUN
I have always preferred quirky bathrooms over traditional ones - mine is so many bathroom ducks it is absurd - and one of the quickest way to lighten up the bathroom is with the shower curtain.
I love this psycho shower curtain. I found the shower curtain and other rad products on www.urbanoutfitters.com. Unfortunately they do not ship to South Africa - Mart
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