We first had brunch in the upmarket shopping strip of Brighton.
Yes, Brighton of beach boxes fame.... did you know that these beach boxes sell for around $200, 000? Amazing, hey?
... the shopping along this strip is really excellent - lots of wonderful dress shops and gift shops. Lots of temptation, to which I must admit I did succumb ...but more of that another time as I digress and I want to get back to the film...
"Belle" is based on "the true story of Dido Elizabeth Belle, the illegitimate mixed race daughter of Admiral Sir John Lindsay. Raised by her aristocratic great-uncle Lord Mansfield and his wife, Belle's lineage affords her certain privileges, yet her status prevents her from the traditions of noble social standing. While her cousin Elizabeth chases suitors for marriage, Belle is left on the sidelines wondering if she will ever find love. After meeting an idealistic young vicar's son bent on changing society, he and Belle help shape Lord Mansfield's role as Lord Chief Justice to end slavery in England."
We both really enjoyed it. The acting is excellent, the costumes and sets are gorgeous and the subject matter is important. I can highly recommend it.
This is a painting of Dido and her cousin, Elizabeth and an article about an exhibition about Dido.
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Afterwards, we did some window shopping and then stopped for a relaxing drink.
Now, I would like to remind you again about my giveaway, if you have an "E" in your life and you would like to stitch this design:
Please enter my Giveaway here. You have until next Thursday (29th May) to enter.
So, that is all for me for now, off to stitch now, have a great weekend.
hugs,
