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The blind harpist


At my work last week we had a special day called the "Christmas Club day". It involves all those who are part of New World's Christmas Club so if you are a part of it you can win prizes and get great deals all day. The entertainment was this very clever blind lady playing the harp - after a few hours it got a bit old and we were wishing for some peace and quiet but nonetheness she was still very talented.


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William Kendall said…
The shape of that heart is unusual to me.
15 December 2018 at 09:48
Bill said…
I can see why it would get old especially if she played just a few songs and repeated them after a while. Interesting harp stand if that is one.
15 December 2018 at 11:05
local alien said…
Know what you mean about the music. A short programme next year lol. She's good though
15 December 2018 at 19:36
Graham Edwards said…
Yes. It's the difference between customers who hear it for a few minutes and staff who hear it for hours. I'm a music lover (and I love the harp) but I know which I would rather be.
16 December 2018 at 23:07
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