Finally getting around to writing blogs about my recent trip to Japan. First up, my entry blog. The next few will be a little detailed and with more photos. Hopefully I will squeeze some humour (if I can muster some during this week's heatwave)
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One of England's all-time greatest captains, Ben Stokes, has decided to retire from international cricket at the end of this Test match.
Ben, you have been the most inspirational captain, leader and legend this team could have ever hoped for.
We love you so much and wish you all the best in your retirement ❤️
England will never be the same again.
@Alice_Crossley Hi Alice, this is Kakul from Bloomsbury. I hope you are well . I am trying to send you a private message but I am a little confused by the X set up. Are you able to send me a private message?
@NOW on the app, I have clicked on RCB vs MI cricket match live, but it takes me to a different game (CSK vs LSG). Can you please check this issue. Thanks.
A recent report says that voice notes are huge across the world… apart from in Britain.
Here’s my two cents (or pennies) on why I dislike voice notes:
1. I don’t want to have to put in earphones or find a quiet place when out and about, just for you to tell me “yes” or “no” about whether you’re free for a cup of tea next Wednesday.
2. While I’m watching telly, I want to be able to glance down at my phone and get the information I need in text form. I don’t want to have to turn the telly off and listen to your private podcast that’s just for me.
3. I don’t want to wade through three minutes of waffle and chit-chat I never asked for when a thumbs-up emoji will do.
4. It makes me feel like you expect a voice note back - and I’m not doing that.
5. I have no interest in tangents about how you’ve just seen an interesting pigeon on the pavement. I asked if you could give me a lift to the station, and 12 minutes in you’re talking about a pigeon and I’ve missed my train.
6. The convenience is all yours. It’s quick to send a voice note, but much slower for me to consume it. It’s bad manners.
I think that about covers it. Of course, if voice notes are a more accessible option for the sender (due to difficulty typing, vision impairment, language barriers, etc.), that’s completely understandable - a different kettle of fish! But if you just like waffling, I’d rather not be the waffle sounding board.
(Really I think I’m just jealous of people who are able to talk coherently for minutes at a time).
Rest in eternal peace, Asha Bhosle. She was my favourite playback singer of all time. Incredible voice, incredible artist, and there will never be another artist, another voice like her. I’ll be revisiting her songs today…
Asha, one more time 🎤
An era truly ends when voices like Lata ji, Asha ji, Rafi sahab, Kishore da, Mukesh ji and RD Burman become memories instead of moments. 🎶💔
#AshaBhosle