Saving Mr. Banks

Is it Christmas yet? The Optimist's getting rather excited about the prospect of a festive cinema trip to see Disney's newest live-action delight, Saving Mr. Banks.

Lucy Rhiannon

Recently, The Optimist was invited to the city of Manchester to see singer/songwriter Lucy Rhiannon's latest gig. Join me for a reflection on a wonderful evening of Sangria and songs.

Baby Cambridge

On this day, the 22nd of July in the year 2013, we welcome the future King, the first born of their royal highness The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. The third in line to the throne. May he be long lived, happy and glorious and one day reign over us.

Classic Film Trailers

You're at the back of the concessions queue waiting to pay for your pick 'n' mix and your film starts in two and a half minutes. It's touch and go. Your friend says "Don't worry. It's only trailers for the first fifteen minutes anyway." But therein lies the problem - it's the trailers you want to see. The Optimist loves a good film trailer, so join me for a run down of my all time favourites.

Michelle the Rabbit

Prepare to meet the internet's cutest photo-blogger. She's well dressed, well travelled and she's two inches tall ... she's Michelle the Rabbit.

Houses

If you haven't already joined Pinterest, I say hop to it! You don't want to miss out on delights like this ...