Monthly Archives: February 2014

Renee Ansell – Lady of Jazz

Posted on February 12, 2014 by roundhillrob

Late last year I went down to a pub with Jerry to hear Renee Ansell sing with a jazz band called Harry’s Tricks.  The band were there but Renee was ill.  And that was my last chance.  She died a little later, … Continue reading →

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Petworth and Constable

Posted on February 10, 2014 by roundhillrob

On Thursday 6th Feb Marian drove us to Petworth for an early lunch and then the small but perfectly formed Constable exhibition of mainly drawings and watercolours made in the area on one of his three visits here (and hereabouts).  A … Continue reading →

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Ten mile walk – 4th Feb 2014

Posted on February 8, 2014 by roundhillrob

It was predicted to be a fine day so Steve and I agreed to meet at 10am and walk out of town, into Woodingdean and up to view a small archaeological dig just out of town, before extending the walk … Continue reading →

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Homegrown Dinner #42

Posted on February 8, 2014 by roundhillrob

On Sunday 2nd Feb we had a simple dinner combining kale and garlic from the allotment with Welsh onions from the front garden.  Cream cheese and parmesan completed the sauce served with spaghetti.  Lovely stuff, but I lied about the … Continue reading →

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Newhaven Walk 2nd Feb2014

Posted on February 7, 2014 by roundhillrob

A Sunday morning stroll interrupted by a heavy and icy squall of wind-driven rain, but enough time after for the wind to dry us out.  Started at the swing bridge over the river Ouse where someone reminded me of the … Continue reading →

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