Tag Archives: United Kingdom

I Lived in the UK When This Murder Happened

Posted on June 10, 2026 by cdsmiller17

Rachel Nickell (November 23, 1968 – July 15, 1992) It wasn’t until I saw this image that I remembered the hubbub in the press about her murder. I’ve raised a chart for her death. The timing is listed as ‘in … Continue reading →

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Was It Real, or Faked?

Posted on May 10, 2026 by cdsmiller17

The Calvine UFO Photo (August 4, 1990) This photo is said to be the clearest one ever of a UFO. With the newest American ‘distraction’ of disclosure, this one is coming back into prominence. Here’s a video by the BBC … Continue reading →

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Peter Rabbit was Her Childhood Companion

Posted on May 5, 2026 by cdsmiller17

Beatrix Potter (July 28, 1866 – December 22, 1943) This might seem a strange subject for an astrological portrait, but my interest in her came about by watching the 2006 BBC film “Miss Potter”, starring Renée Zellweger. I guess it … Continue reading →

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At This Point in Time: Chapter Four

Posted on May 3, 2026 by cdsmiller17

Royal Wedding (July 29, 1981) The History Diana’s appearance as she walked up the cathedral steps to the cheers of the crowd more than justified the verse composed in her honour by the President of Zimbabwe, the Rev. Canaan Banana: … Continue reading →

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At This Point in Time: Chapter One

Posted on April 30, 2026 by cdsmiller17

“D-Day” Invasion (June 6, 1944) The History Dwight D. Eisenhower chose Monday, June 5 1944, as D-Day, the date for invading Europe. The success of the invasion depended heavily on calm seas and clear skies. On Saturday, June 3, the … Continue reading →

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This Is NOT an April Fool’s Joke

Posted on April 1, 2026 by cdsmiller17

Wallis Simpson and Meghan Markle Previously, I speculated that Edward VIII and Prince Harry might be karmically related. Now I want to look at the women they gave up their royal duties for. And before you remind me that Meghan … Continue reading →

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The Beatles’ First Hit Single:

Posted on March 31, 2026 by cdsmiller17

Love Me Do (September 4, 1962) I thought it might be informative to show you what the energy was on this second attempt to record The Beatles’ first single in 1962. There’s a documentary that reveals the details of the … Continue reading →

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1967: What a Long, Strange Trip It’s Been

Posted on March 30, 2026 by cdsmiller17

Across The Universe (2007) Having lived through the Summer of Love (as it was called that year), I watched as the world changed completely. The Beatles were at the forefront of the Revolution with their music and Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely … Continue reading →

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It’s What They Call the Television Set in the UK

Posted on March 21, 2026 by cdsmiller17

Gogglebox (2014 to present) At the moment Bell TV is offering free previews of some of its channels. Last night, we watched an episode of this show from some time earlier in its latest season on a channel called “Cottage … Continue reading →

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No One Thought Lightning Could Strike Twice

Posted on March 11, 2026 by cdsmiller17

Man on the Run (2025) This documentary on Prime Video was suggested by a family member. I would have got around to it eventually, but the prompt moved the viewing forward by weeks, if not days. There’s something about history … Continue reading →

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