Princes Welcome

This passage reminds me of Anne at the concert, trying to catch Wentworth's eyes, annoyed at having to speak to Elliot and then the next day when she is overheard by Wentworth speaking to Captain Harville and he writes that letter.

'You've got to be responsible for your own happiness - you can't expect it to come flopping through the door like a parcel... People sit at home thinking Some Day My Prince Will Come. But that's no good unless you've got a sign up saying 'Princes Welcome'. Julian Barnes Talking it Over

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And it works both ways in having a sign 'Princesses Welcome'
'for now I could at least put myself in the way of happiness... I could do something.' Jane Austen Persuasion

Date Night

Out on the SouthBank meeting a friend and it seemed to be date central. The sun was shining, everyone was smiling and thinking about dating reminded me of this quote.
'I considered ducking the appointment, but eventually decided to let the heart speak, and rolled up. I had after all, spent three days wondering what it would be like to be married to her.' Julian Barnes Metroland

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Does this ring true with you?

I spent ages trying to find the right image. In the end I chose this but I still get a little 'ooh' when it enters my line of vision plus it's on The SouthBank.

Perfect Age

Twin and I celebrate our birthday today. And so a quote about age seemed appropriate.

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'It's as if everyone has a perfect age to which they aspire, and they're only truly at ease with themselves when they get there.' Julian Barnes Metroland

I think I'm in my 'perfect age'. I think it started when I entered my thirties. There are fleeting moments when I wish I'd met Warmth earlier. Then I think of all the journeys, friends, experiences I'd have missed out on. All of which have formed the woman I am today.

A toast to always making the best of our age.