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Reasons British Voted to Leave EU.

Posted on June 26, 2016 by irishroverpei

The list I have posted below came via FB, and at first glance its seems to validate the reasons why the BREXIT vote was to leave the EU. However, when one thinks about it, that sort of thing is happening … Continue reading →

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Ghost of Christmas Past

Posted on December 27, 2014 by irishroverpei

My Goodness viewing this video brought back so many memories of the wartime Christmas. I had the same toys, the tin helmet, a wooden model spitfire,a tank and a tommy gun. I remember sheltering in the tube stations all night. … Continue reading →

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Know What A Blackout Waltz Is????

Posted on February 7, 2013 by irishroverpei

</a The Blackout Waltz? How many of my readers know what a blackout waltz is? Before you read on, please be honest and comment on this post with simple yes or no. Those of you that grew up in the … Continue reading →

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