Okay, I really need some guidence on this one. Everyone knows that I'm having lunch with the Queen and other members of the royal family on June 14th. However, I have to wear a hat along with my new dress, gloves and shoes. I was going to wear my Pirates ballcap, but then decided that was too "wintery" since it is black & gold. Then, since it is spring, I was going to wear a bright orange hunting cap to add color to my outfit. However, someone said that would be drawing too much attention to mself (although I tend to disagree with them). Therefore, I am asking for help in this area. What style and color should I wear to "lunch with the Queen?"
I did bring a black ski cap with me as well; however, that would tend to be more of an evening hat if I were to be invited to dinner instead of lunch. Any and all suggestions are welcomed.
Check out my recent ideas in the photos to the right.
Thursday, June 03, 2010
Monday, May 31, 2010
Trivia Answer: First Bank Holidays
Hey folks, due to my error in reading about the first bank holidays in England, there are TWO correct answers to this question. Therefore, everyone who answered did so correctly!!! The first four bank holidays named in the Bank Holidays Act of 1871 were Easter Monday, Whit Monday (Pentecost Monday), the First Monday in August, and St. Stephen's Day (Boxing Day). The act did not specify Good Friday and Christmas Day as bank holidays in England, Wales and Ireland because they were already recognised as common law holidays, and because of common observance, they became customary holidays since before records began.
A bank holiday is a public holiday in both the United Kingdom and Ireland. There is no automatic right to time off on these days, although the majority of the population not employed in essential services (e.g. utilities, fire, ambulance, police, health-care, public transport workers) receive them as holidays; those employed in essential services usually receive extra pay for working on these days.
Prior to 1834, the Bank of England observed about thirty-three saints' days and religious festivals as holidays, but in 1834, this was reduced to just four: 1 May, 1 November, Good Friday, and Christmas Day. In 1871, the first legislation relating to bank holidays was passed when banker, Sir John Lubbock introduced the Bank Holidays Act 1871 which specified these days. Sir John was an enthusiastic supporter of cricket and was firmly of the belief that bank employees should have the opportunity to participate in and attend matches when they were scheduled. Included in the dates of bank holidays are therefore dates when cricket games were traditionally played between the villages in the region where Sir John was raised. The English people were so thankful that they called the first Bank Holidays 'St. Lubbock's Days' for a while.
A bank holiday is a public holiday in both the United Kingdom and Ireland. There is no automatic right to time off on these days, although the majority of the population not employed in essential services (e.g. utilities, fire, ambulance, police, health-care, public transport workers) receive them as holidays; those employed in essential services usually receive extra pay for working on these days.
Prior to 1834, the Bank of England observed about thirty-three saints' days and religious festivals as holidays, but in 1834, this was reduced to just four: 1 May, 1 November, Good Friday, and Christmas Day. In 1871, the first legislation relating to bank holidays was passed when banker, Sir John Lubbock introduced the Bank Holidays Act 1871 which specified these days. Sir John was an enthusiastic supporter of cricket and was firmly of the belief that bank employees should have the opportunity to participate in and attend matches when they were scheduled. Included in the dates of bank holidays are therefore dates when cricket games were traditionally played between the villages in the region where Sir John was raised. The English people were so thankful that they called the first Bank Holidays 'St. Lubbock's Days' for a while.
Sad News
As you can see from Tigger's picture on the right, he is very easy to fall in love with. Yesterday, he even crawled up on my chest and started rubbing his head into mine -- a show of sincere affection. However, my eyes do not feel the same way. They continue to itch and water, and it seems to be getting worse. Although I hate to admit it, I believe that I am allergic to Tigger and must give him back this coming week. I am really sad about this. I have not built a strong bond with Tigger yet, but he is just "cute as a button" and a teriffic companion for me. Rats!!! I don't want to give him up, but my eyes are killing me. Maybe he is meant for someone else to love. However, I wish it was me.
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