04/03/2004
Let's get the whole world singing...
Yesterday I took a day off from writing to spend time with two friends of mine who are members of the fabulous 'Cheshire Chords.'
Hi Val and Brenda!
This Ladies' Barber Shop Chorus is not only the UK champion chorus- but also the European champion chorus: Double gold medallists, no less!
They're great! Absolutely great! And if you're looking for a hobby, why not think about joining your local chorus?! I know you'll love the cameraderie and fun- and, contrary to what you may imagine, you don't have to possess a fantastic voice- just the ability to sing in tune (and smile!)
That's the great joy of any choir- the sum of its parts is so much greater than the individual. Even though I had many so called 'glamorous' jobs when I was a pro' singer, my best times were spent with the BBC Northern chorus under our inspirational conductor, Stephen Wilkinson.
And talking of enjoying the company of other like-minded people... the Romantic Times conference in New York is going to be a fabulous event towards the end of this month- a chance for every part of the writing industry to get together and celebrate along with all lovers of romance.
And yes, my dear friend Penny Jordan has won that lifetime achievement award in the Series Romance category! Fantastic, and utterly well deserved Penny. Congratulations!!
Talking of romance- all is quiet on my friend's front... a number of good platonic male friends have been called upon to escort her to events, spoil her a little, and generally dilute the effect of Mr F&N He's going to have to work that much harder if he wants to make an impression now- box at the ballet, or no box at the ballet!
Spoil yourselves, girls! Accept nothing less than honesty, sincere affection, and fun without strings until you know where you want those relationships to go.
Love to you all, and happy reading and writing!
Susan
Love
Hi Val and Brenda!
This Ladies' Barber Shop Chorus is not only the UK champion chorus- but also the European champion chorus: Double gold medallists, no less!
They're great! Absolutely great! And if you're looking for a hobby, why not think about joining your local chorus?! I know you'll love the cameraderie and fun- and, contrary to what you may imagine, you don't have to possess a fantastic voice- just the ability to sing in tune (and smile!)
That's the great joy of any choir- the sum of its parts is so much greater than the individual. Even though I had many so called 'glamorous' jobs when I was a pro' singer, my best times were spent with the BBC Northern chorus under our inspirational conductor, Stephen Wilkinson.
And talking of enjoying the company of other like-minded people... the Romantic Times conference in New York is going to be a fabulous event towards the end of this month- a chance for every part of the writing industry to get together and celebrate along with all lovers of romance.
And yes, my dear friend Penny Jordan has won that lifetime achievement award in the Series Romance category! Fantastic, and utterly well deserved Penny. Congratulations!!
Talking of romance- all is quiet on my friend's front... a number of good platonic male friends have been called upon to escort her to events, spoil her a little, and generally dilute the effect of Mr F&N He's going to have to work that much harder if he wants to make an impression now- box at the ballet, or no box at the ballet!
Spoil yourselves, girls! Accept nothing less than honesty, sincere affection, and fun without strings until you know where you want those relationships to go.
Love to you all, and happy reading and writing!
Susan
Love
