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Jayne Marshall's avatar

I really loved this, Sue! I am totally with Granny, even at my ripe old 44 years I still get mad crushes on singers 😅 And obsessions in general, but not for ironing sheets I must say. Though the way you described it did sound rather lovely.

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Sue du Feu's avatar

thanks Jane. I have 76 of Granny's letters and I will revisit some of her wilder observations at another time. Think she foresaw interactive TV before the rest of the world!

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Jayne Marshall's avatar

Amazing! Can’t wait to read more about her!

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Emma Parsons's avatar

Juke Box Jury. And Elvis. O yes! And your splendid granny. Loved this Sue. You’d be horrified by my unironed sheets!

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Sue du Feu's avatar

remind me not to stay with you anytime soon! thanks Emma, glad to have someone else who gets the frame of reference!

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Emma Loves Robots's avatar

I absolutely loved listening to the audio. So much nostalgia and lovely stuff that I recognise in my own school girl Boyzone obsession!

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Sue du Feu's avatar

Thanks Emma, I always wonder if it's worth doing the audio so it's good to hear that you listen. I'll try to make no mistakes next time!

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J. Catherine Tetrault's avatar

What a treasure to have your Gran's letters, Sue! Through your story, we step into another time, sharing her joys and - well yes - obsessions. 💖

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Silvano Stagni's avatar

I share your obsession with ironed bedlinen! It was also great to read about your Granny.

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Louise Coghlan's avatar

Fabulous writing and storytelling as always Sue. You are such a wonderful writer. I love how you sprinkled wit so elegantly through your words while bringing great wisdom, history and poignancy to your words. Love your Granny...So great you have those letters. Two fab women x

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