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I'm also a usually quiet, reserved Lady, who enjoys books, tea, baking, and movies! I spend most of my time reading one of my favorite books or wishing I was reading my favorite books. My Grand Passion is history, particularly the Regency Period in England, when Jane Austen wrote, Lord Nelson defeated the French Fleet at Trafalgar, the Duke of Wellington defeated Napoleon, and men were Gentlemen and women Ladies. I cherish the thought of being a Lady and love manners, being proper, and having proper tea. My favorite tea is Twinings, especially Earl Grey or Prince of Wales. My specialty to make is Scones with Devon Cream. I am a Catholic and a Conservative.


Thursday, June 09, 2005

Iranian Women See Soccer Game

Last night, before a soccer game in Tehran, Iran, a group of 26 women forced its way into the stadium, past guards, and in defiance of the country's rule.

According to an article in the Washington Post, "the young activists demanded seats in the sports complex that Iran's religious rulers named Azadi, or 'freedom.' "

" 'We were just insisting on our rights,' said Laila Maleki, one of the group of 26 young women. 'We're part of no campaign.' "

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The women were invited by Mohsen Mehralizadeh, one of the country's vice presidents and Iran's minister for sports.

Iranians will be electing a new president on June 17.

posted by Lady Jane | 1:07 PM