Monthly Archives: May 2013

Facebook Users Go Down to 1.1 Billion – 1

Posted on May 31, 2013 by Dystonia Girl

This week, I’ve decided to close down my non-Dystonia Girl Facebook page. Drastic? No, not really.  I’m a confirmed blogger. I just don’t ‘get’ Facebook, but this could be because I’m a techno-duffer and I still haven’t worked out how … Continue reading →

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Horse Riding (Without A Horse)

Posted on May 31, 2013 by Dystonia Girl

Sadly, there will be no horsey activities to report on until late next week. My chauffeur (husband) is away and the stables are too difficult to get to on public transport. A ridiculous situation as I have two cars sitting … Continue reading →

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Always Read Your Horoscope

Posted on May 29, 2013 by Dystonia Girl

Just looked at my horoscope for today, and along with all the normal drivel, one statement stuck out: “… Pay special attention to your intuition today, …”. Hmm … Knew I should have stayed in bed. Everything started to go … Continue reading →

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The Value of Teamwork

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Dystonia Girl

Today is ‘Day 2’ of the half term holidays. And it’s pouring with rain. My child and I sit on the kitchen sofa, one reading (me) and the other iPad-ing (the child). We only have two mission critical things to … Continue reading →

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Dystonia Girl Gets Half a Face

Posted on May 27, 2013 by Dystonia Girl

Or, The Importance of Remaining Anonymous. Today, I’ve added a picture of myself to this blog. As you can see, it still preserves my modesty by only revealing a small area of my face. Why such coyness? You ask. Are … Continue reading →

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One and a Quarter Film Reviews

Posted on May 26, 2013 by Dystonia Girl

I’ve just set up a Facebook page, so I can communicate with ‘non-bloggers’ (who are they?).  So this is a quick post to test the linkage between my WordPress universe and this internet leviathan. Last night, family viewing activities consisted … Continue reading →

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Horse Riding and Dystonia. Progress Report 3

Posted on May 25, 2013 by Dystonia Girl

From time to time in the past, my husband has come to my lessons armed with a video camera. He has taken footage of dressage tests, schooling sessions and the like. On our return home, I’ve then been able to … Continue reading →

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Friday Night

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Dystonia Girl

A treat. This evening, my husband left work early and was able to pick both the Offspring and I up from school. Oh, the joy of being able to travel home in a car instead of on public transport! On … Continue reading →

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Murder

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Dystonia Girl

Tonight, I feel I must express my absolute disgust, horror and revulsion at the death of Drummer Lee Rigby. Did I say death? What we’re talking about here is murder. Cold blooded murder of an innocent man, in broad daylight, … Continue reading →

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Ibsen and the Bunny Boilers

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Dystonia Girl

Recently, I’ve begun to ‘have a go’ at Henrik Ibsen’s plays. Why should I care? you ask.  Isn’t he that beardy, old Norweigan bloke who wrote about potty women? Well, actually you should care, if you’re remotely interested in the … Continue reading →

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