Vision In Blue

Those of you who know me know that I love Eurovision... see last year's post for the proof . It's a cheesy delight of awkward hosts and lots of performers being interviewed who don't fully understand what's going on. But truly, my favourite part is the presenter. I was always dedicated to Terry and was devastated when he left, but as it turns out Graham Norton was an excellent replacement. Last night there was a semi-final on, but I can't watch either one, I can't ruin the special event. Usually I get a collection of food that is bad for me, a take away and bed in to watch the hilarity. So here are my top tips and essentials for an evening with Eurovision... Make sure you have a notepad and pen handy... maybe that's just me! Pre-list the countries in order of performance. You want to leave room for a comment on the best and worst bits, the most ridiculous comment from Graham and your score out of ten. With scoring, remember to pace yourself! I try a...

We have flat rules up in our kitchen, not as extreme as Sheldon's roommate agreement, just amusing things. If anyone brings chocolate or sweets in to the building they become our property. All food cooked by us must be responded to with "oooo"s and "aaah"s and positive comments... regardless of its quality. There are lots of random ones but I'm thinking of the more practical life lessons I would really liked to have known before hand. 🚌 When travelling on the bus alone... always take the single seat behind the driver. If this is not available and you are capable of standing, do so in the corner of the wheelchair/pushchair space. If these options are not viable then choose wisely... an easily escapable space or somewhere you wont be spotted. There's always one crazy on the bus... and they will always try and make you their friend. 🛒 Supermarket shopping on a Saturday... only do it before 8am or after 7pm. No exceptions. The volume of loud children a...