This series over the next few weeks will be based around individual experiences of the lockdown that we have all been through. I will be exploring personal journeys , discoveries and thoughts about the many weeks that have passed. I hope you enjoy .
Alice 19 student from London living in York, shared with me her favourite songs books and films from the past 102 days
Soundtrack in Isolation: Samson ~ Regina Spektor These Streets ~ Paulo Nutini Mean it ~ Gracie Abrams
Film: The Skate Kitchen (2018)
The film follows a group of young female skaters in NYC, the protagonist is played by Rachelle Vinberg who is herself a professional skateboarder. It is a lighthearted yet emotional coming of age told through the authentic portrayal of female friendship and skating
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Book: The Illuminations - Andrew O’Hagan
The story reminisces the memories of a grandmother with dementia about her husband who she remembers as a brave soldier and her young grandson who is fighting in Afghanistan. The whole book is based around the memory of the Blackpool illuminations that occur annually. To avoid me spoiling the ending you’ll have to read it! It’s a must read for anyone interested in memories, the fragility of life, or the volatility of fighting on front lines
What has this time made you reflect on ?
"As I’m sure is the case for most of us, at first lockdown felt like an irritation, a nuisance and a burdened, but as time went on it became a springboard for all those projects and tasks we never got round to. However, if you’re anything like me, you never actually got round to these tasks. Instead I picked up skateboarding and got involved with the extremely active political social media scene. Lockdown has meant a surge in social media presence (like there wasn’t already enough) and brought a lot more awareness to Black Lives, the crisis in Yemen and of course the constant Coronavirus updates (thanks Boris). But, to me this is actually quite saddening. Why has it taken a global pandemic, where we just so happen to be left alone with nothing better to do than scroll, to remind us that people matter? That your life, your friend’s life, your neighbour’s life and ThatStrangerYouWalkedPastThisMorning’s life, all have a story and a place in this world, people they’re connected to and matter to. So my lockdown thought for you is next time you’re on a walk and pass a stranger, consider who they might be. How they might react if you stopped to talk to them, or at leaWhat has this time made you reflect on ?
"As I’m sure is the case for most of us, at first lockdown felt like an irritation, a nuisance and a burdened, but as time went on it became a springboard for all those projects and tasks we never got round to. However, if you’re anything like me, you never actually got round to these tasks. Instead I picked up skateboarding and got involved with the extremely active political social media scene. Lockdown has meant a surge in social media presence (like there wasn’t already enough) and brought a lot more awareness to Black Lives, the crisis in Yemen and of course the constant Coronavirus updates (thanks Boris). But, to me this is actually quite saddening. Why has it taken a global pandemic, where we just so happen to be left alone with nothing better to do than scroll, to remind us that people matter? That your life, your friend’s life, your neighbour’s life and ThatStrangerYouWalkedPastThisMorning’s life, all have a story and a place in this world, people they’re connected to and matter to. So my lockdown thought for you is next time you’re on a walk and pass a stranger, consider who they might be. How they might react if you stopped to talk to them, or at least smile? Appreciate that life goes on inside people, regardless of the lockdown and, most importantly, treat others with respect."st smile? Appreciate that life goes on inside people, regardlWhat has this time made you reflect on ?
"As I’m sure is the case for most of us, at first lockdown felt like an irritation, a nuisance and a burdened, but as time went on it became a springboard for all those projects and tasks we never got round to. However, if you’re anything like me, you never actually got round to these tasks. Instead I picked up skateboarding and got involved with the extremely active political social media scene. Lockdown has meant a surge in social media presence (like there wasn’t already enough) and brought a lot more awareness to Black Lives, the crisis in Yemen and of course the constant Coronavirus updates (thanks Boris). But, to me this is actually quite saddening. Why has it taken a global pandemic, where we just so happen to be left alone with nothing better to do than scroll, to remind us that people matter? That your life, your friend’s life, your neighbour’s life and ThatStrangerYouWalkedPastThisMorning’s life, all have a story and a place in this world, people they’re connected to and matter to. So my lockdown thought for you is next time you’re on a walk and pass a stranger, consider who they might be. How they might react if you stopped to talk to them, or at leaWhat has this time made you reflect on ?
"As I’m sure is the case for most of us, at first lockdown felt like an irritation, a nuisance and a burdened, but as time went on it became a springboard for all those projects and tasks we never got round to. However, if you’re anything like me, you never actually got round to these tasks. Instead I picked up skateboarding and got involved with the extremely active political social media scene. Lockdown has meant a surge in social media presence (like there wasn’t already enough) and brought a lot more awareness to Black Lives, the crisis in Yemen and of course the constant Coronavirus updates (thanks Boris). But, to me this is actually quite saddening. Why has it taken a global pandemic, where we just so happen to be left alone with nothing better to do than scroll, to remind us that people matter? That your life, your friend’s life, your neighbour’s life and ThatStrangerYouWalkedPastThisMorning’s life, all have a story and a place in this world, people they’re connected to and matter to. So my lockdown thought for you is next time you’re on a walk and pass a stranger, consider who they might be. How they might react if you stopped to talk to them, or at least smile? Appreciate that life goes on inside people, regardless of the lockdown and, most importantly, treat others with respect."st smile? Appreciate that life goes on inside people, regardless of the lockdown and, most importantly, treat others with respect."ess of the lockdown and, most importantly, treat others with respect."
"As I’m sure is the case for most of us, at first lockdown felt like an irritation, a nuisance and a burdened, but as time went on it became a springboard for all those projects and tasks we never got round to. However, if you’re anything like me, you never actually got round to these tasks. Instead I picked up skateboarding and got involved with the extremely active political social media scene. Lockdown has meant a surge in social media presence (like there wasn’t already enough) and brought a lot more awareness to Black Lives, the crisis in Yemen and of course the constant Coronavirus updates (thanks Boris). But, to me this is actually quite saddening. Why has it taken a global pandemic, where we just so happen to be left alone with nothing better to do than scroll, to remind us that people matter? That your life, your friend’s life, your neighbour’s life and ThatStrangerYouWalkedPastThisMorning’s life, all have a story and a place in this world, people they’re connected to and matter to. So my lockdown thought for you is next time you’re on a walk and pass a stranger, consider who they might be. How they might react if you stopped to talk to them, or at least smile? Appreciate that life goes on inside people, regardless of the lockdown and, most importantly, treat others with respect."st smile? Appreciate that life goes on inside people, regardlWhat has this time made you reflect on ?
"As I’m sure is the case for most of us, at first lockdown felt like an irritation, a nuisance and a burdened, but as time went on it became a springboard for all those projects and tasks we never got round to. However, if you’re anything like me, you never actually got round to these tasks. Instead I picked up skateboarding and got involved with the extremely active political social media scene. Lockdown has meant a surge in social media presence (like there wasn’t already enough) and brought a lot more awareness to Black Lives, the crisis in Yemen and of course the constant Coronavirus updates (thanks Boris). But, to me this is actually quite saddening. Why has it taken a global pandemic, where we just so happen to be left alone with nothing better to do than scroll, to remind us that people matter? That your life, your friend’s life, your neighbour’s life and ThatStrangerYouWalkedPastThisMorning’s life, all have a story and a place in this world, people they’re connected to and matter to. So my lockdown thought for you is next time you’re on a walk and pass a stranger, consider who they might be. How they might react if you stopped to talk to them, or at leaWhat has this time made you reflect on ?
"As I’m sure is the case for most of us, at first lockdown felt like an irritation, a nuisance and a burdened, but as time went on it became a springboard for all those projects and tasks we never got round to. However, if you’re anything like me, you never actually got round to these tasks. Instead I picked up skateboarding and got involved with the extremely active political social media scene. Lockdown has meant a surge in social media presence (like there wasn’t already enough) and brought a lot more awareness to Black Lives, the crisis in Yemen and of course the constant Coronavirus updates (thanks Boris). But, to me this is actually quite saddening. Why has it taken a global pandemic, where we just so happen to be left alone with nothing better to do than scroll, to remind us that people matter? That your life, your friend’s life, your neighbour’s life and ThatStrangerYouWalkedPastThisMorning’s life, all have a story and a place in this world, people they’re connected to and matter to. So my lockdown thought for you is next time you’re on a walk and pass a stranger, consider who they might be. How they might react if you stopped to talk to them, or at least smile? Appreciate that life goes on inside people, regardless of the lockdown and, most importantly, treat others with respect."st smile? Appreciate that life goes on inside people, regardless of the lockdown and, most importantly, treat others with respect."ess of the lockdown and, most importantly, treat others with respect."
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