Welcome to Regina’s Rants
Whatever tickles my fancy
About Me
I have lived in six countries and survived cancer. The two have sharpened my intolerance of drama queens and narcisists. My genes are confused about which way the helix turns: Franco-Germanic, Iberian, Native South-American, and possibly more that has not been identified yet. I adore miracles:
- B.A. from Norwich University and M.A. from the University of the Algarve
- Never been in a cruise, and do not intend to.
Recent Blog Posts
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Dust to Dust
Several times a year, Portuguese weather specialists warn us about plumes of dust from the Sahara shrouding our shores. They issue health warnings to the population: close all windows; restrict outdoor activities, especially older people, children, those who have breathing difficulties, and those who suffer from asthma. What a silly thing, I thought at first. Dust …
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Table Manners Beyond Borders: To Splutter or to Splatter?
Oooh, that’s Stanley Tucci. Of The Devil Wears Prada’s fame. Of several cookery books sprinkled with aromatic reflections. And there he is, hobnobbing with his fellow ambassadors for The Prince’s Trust at Buckingham Palace. Another day and he’s modelling an elegant top hat and morning coat when he attends Royal Ascot as a guest of His Majesty the King;…
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