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Tag: drink

Posted on10 May 201423 July 2021Everyday Life

An idiosyncratic IPA

by Just FrancesLeave a comment on An idiosyncratic IPA

Back in February, I had the enjoyment of participating in a beer tasting to help Hot Rum Cow pick a special brew. And two days ago, I got to…

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Posted on24 April 201423 July 2021Musings & Ramblings, Widow Life

Talisker 10: A random memory

by Just Frances2 Comments on Talisker 10: A random memory

I bought a bottle of Talisker 10 today, and it reminded me of the last bottle I bought exactly one year ago. It was a happy memory…

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Posted on4 April 201423 July 2021Health & Wellness, Musings & Ramblings

Hungry girl

by Just Frances2 Comments on Hungry girl

I am almost finished with my Lenten sacrifice (only 15 days to go!) and I’m starting to feel hungry. Really, really hungry. But I don’t know if…

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Posted on12 March 201423 July 2021Health & Wellness, Musings & Ramblings

No [fake] vitamins allowed

by Just Frances4 Comments on No [fake] vitamins allowed

My parents were really mean when I was growing up. They were so mean that they denied my sisters and me access to essential vitamins and minerals.…

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Posted on4 March 201423 July 2021Musings & Ramblings

40 days for my soul

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Tomorrow is the first day of Lent and I am once again finding my soul humbled at the grace of God and my Lord Saviour, Jesus…

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Posted on2 March 201412 March 2022Travels, Adventures & Explorations

Swords and smiles

by Just Frances4 Comments on Swords and smiles

I’m back from a wonderful weekend in Wakefield (and Leeds) and despite feeling a bit knackered from a long train journey, my soul is feeling…

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Posted on14 February 201423 July 2021Everyday Life

Picking beer

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When I learned that Stewart Brewing was having a special beer tasting night, I knew it was a great excuse to make my way to the brewery.…

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Posted on6 February 201423 July 2021Everyday Life, Musings & Ramblings, Widow Life

The meet cute

by Just Frances4 Comments on The meet cute

Way back on 6 February 2002, my friend bailed out on a day trip to St Andrews. With nothing better to do, I decided to walk…

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Posted on9 November 201322 July 2021Culinary Arts, Travels, Adventures & Explorations

Feeding time

by Just Frances2 Comments on Feeding time

One of my favourite things about holidays abroad is the opportunity to enjoy new foods. Of course, since my latest holiday abroad was actually to my…

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Posted on25 October 201316 November 2022Travels, Adventures & Explorations

Railroads and Ramona

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Today’s plan was easy: Wake up, drive to Franklin Falls for a gentle hike, then meet with my amazing friend, Ramona, for dinner. And I’m…

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Posted on26 September 20133 May 2023Musings & Ramblings, Travels, Adventures & Explorations

Family, friends, and falls

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Wow! What a busy week I’ve had. And – would you believe it from the title? – it was filled with family, friends, and (water)falls. For those who are…

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Posted on25 June 201321 July 2021Culinary Arts, Fitness & Exercise, Health & Wellness, Musings & Ramblings

I look good naked

by Just Frances2 Comments on I look good naked

I am a runner. I eat pizza. I drink beer. And I look good naked*. I realise that’s a bit of an odd opening line,…

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Posted on15 May 201328 September 2022Everyday Life

Garbage day

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I have finally taken the garbage out. And, more importantly, the recycling. Although I admit that it happened too late. I’ve just been so crazy…

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Posted on21 February 201320 July 2021Everyday Life, Musings & Ramblings

Nearly 40

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Today is my 39th birthday. It seems silly to care or to mark the day at all. But it’s my birthday, so I can’t help…

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Posted on10 February 201319 November 2022Academic Life

Submitted

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Wow! I’ve just applied to a PhD programme. That’s just crazy! I mean, I’m the girl who suffered years of speech therapy – and the mocking that…

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Posted on9 January 201320 July 2021Culinary Arts, Everyday Life, Musings & Ramblings

My Martini intervention

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You may know by now that I’m a big fan of Martinis. It’s not that I’m a big drinker; I just like my RyanCentric Martinis a bit.…

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Posted on4 January 201320 July 2021Everyday Life, Health & Wellness

A first Friday tradition?

by Just Frances3 Comments on A first Friday tradition?

It’s the first Friday of January, therefore the first Friday of the New Year. And a new year is an opportunity for a new start.…

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Posted on20 November 201219 July 2021Academic Life, Widow Life

New leaves

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Graduation is on Friday and I’m really dreading looking forward to it. Oops, did you catch that error? Well, if I’m honest I’m not looking…

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Posted on6 August 201218 July 2021Culinary Arts

A favoured snack

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I have been a good girl all day. I had an oat bar and grapes for breakfast; leftover chicken and potatoes for lunch; and a…

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Posted on5 August 201218 July 2021Culinary Arts

Cheap eats

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I like setting budgets for myself because it keeps me accountable to, well, me. And, because I used to have to budget every penny or…

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Just Frances is a personal website maintained by me, Frances Ryan. I am a quirky runner, writer, thinker, drinker, crafter, adventurer, and researcher. I am also a daughter, sister, aunty, friend, and widow. But mostly, I am just Frances. (She/Her)

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