Grammar and Granny-chic.

Hello digital world. If you have viewed any of my prior posts;  you may have noticed that I lack grammatical elegance. As an (not: a) English Literature and Creative Writing student (hope my choice of capitalisation was correct there (not their or they're) I felt it necessary to try and swat up on my subordinate conjunctions, modifiers, adverbial phrases and, (admire that Oxford comma there) all that jazz. My life saver so far has been a fantastic little book, called: ''My Grammar and I (or should that be 'Me'?)'' It is packed with all the essential knowledge and gives nods to other grammatical swats, yet is filled with humour and mocking of grammar itself (wahoooo), it features quotes from Winnie the Pooh to Winston Churchill. I recommend it to anyone who, like me, needs to sharpen their grammar. I know my grammar wont instantly improve; but I am definantly more aware already of what is considered elegant/messy writing. I even have a bit of a crush on the Semi-colon; it's so neat (Jesus Christ I know)!

 

Anyway, I have a gorgeous vintage- real leather handbag, for sale (See above). I bought it from a charity shop in Berwick-Upon-Tweed, inside it smelt like old lady, but I fixed this issue by placing an incense stick inside for a week. It's a lovely brown leather with an inner zipper pocket (always handy). It has a clasp closing that is shaped like a little bow, adding a cute touch. This little gem will add a touch of vintage class to any outfit. Obviously given its age it has generally been worn down on the gold corner detail, alas as it is real leather the bag is in bloody excellent condition and will last forever (things never used to be made as a fad fashion aka primark- get it one week, next its knackered) this purchase will last you a lifetime and I guarantee a timeless piece like this will never be out of fashion (Unless you yourself, are a fad).

 

Cant get more genuine than that!

Here's the link: Almost forgot

 

On Saturday I will be attending a Music Reviewing masterclass, held by Laura Snapes. Until I have gained this new knowledge I can only say this: below is a track by Arcade Fire called Wasted Hours. It is a melancholy song with a chirpy beat that is sure to strike a chord with most of you. The entire album 'The Suburbs' holds these connotations: waiting, regret, time, wishing, longing. This track echoing this theme with lines like: 'our time it owns us now' 'kids in buses longing to be free'.

 

 

 

 

See, that didn't really make sense did it? But I hope you know, sort of, where I am coming from. Just have a listen.  Other tracks definitely worth a listen are: Suburbs II (Mountains beyond mountains), Modern Man, City with no children and, The Suburbs.