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The Three Kinds of Whovians

April 12, 2014 By Ben Williams 4 Comments

What kind of Whovian are you?

I was in Winchester today with my mum and I noticed several signs advertising a Doctor Who event.

When mum asked if I wanted to go, I said no. This puzzled her, as she thought as a fan, I would want to go. I then explained to her what I call the three kinds of Whovians: [Read more…] about The Three Kinds of Whovians

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Weird World of Game Shows

April 10, 2014 By Ben Williams 3 Comments

Today I got back from my grandparents’ house where I stayed for a few days. I did lots of exciting things but the highlight was discovering the weird world of game shows.

You see, there was a time where channels like CBBC would show programs which can be enjoyed by younger and older children, such as The Sarah Jane Adventures (which is one of the best spin offs of Doctor Who ever). [Read more…] about Weird World of Game Shows

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Visit To Southampton Old Cemetery

March 28, 2014 By Ben Williams 3 Comments

Southampton Old Cemetery. Image by Matt via Flickr.

On Monday, I went to Southampton on a visit to Southampton Old Cemetery with some of my classmates from Toynbee School in Chandler’s Ford as we were on a history trip. I found out several interesting facts about the cemetery and the area.

The cemetery was built in the 1840s and over the years, it slowly became an area of over 27 acres. [Read more…] about Visit To Southampton Old Cemetery

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Doctor Who and Religion

March 21, 2014 By Ben Williams 7 Comments

As it’s Lent time, I decided to talk about my favourite show combined with one of my favourite times of the year.

It’s obvious that the Doctor has some similarities with Jesus, in particular the resurrection and regeneration of both characters. But there’s a lot more about the Doctor, and the show, which links in with religion.

I don’t know if I’ve mentioned this [Read more…] about Doctor Who and Religion

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People I Want To Meet

February 28, 2014 By Ben Williams 9 Comments

Isn’t meeting someone you’ve always wanted to meet just so cool? Not just celebrities, but people from the past or fictional characters like Batman? Imagine how cool it would be to meet Batman!

But today, I’m going to be talking about people who I’ve always wanted to meet. And luckily, I’ve met a few! OK, only two. Technically three. [Read more…] about People I Want To Meet

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Be Safe: The Story Of Fred And Jim

February 22, 2014 By Ben Williams 7 Comments

Note: The writer of this post is 13 years old.

Today’s post isn’t going to be a coherent one, but – as you guessed, a rant. But it’s a rant I’m sure everyone can agree with, especially drivers.

As I can’t drive, I don’t know many problems about driving and silly motorists, [Read more…] about Be Safe: The Story Of Fred And Jim

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Why Joseph Is Underrated

December 30, 2013 By Ben Williams 3 Comments

"Where is Joseph?" Nativity set at St. Martin in the Wood in Chandler's Ford.

As we are still in the Christmas season, I’ve decided to take a look at a character in the Nativity story who I think is quite underrated.

Judging by the title, you should know who I’m talking about. [Read more…] about Why Joseph Is Underrated

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No Teddy Bear’s Picnic: Walking In The Woods

April 28, 2013 By Ben Williams 3 Comments

If you go down to the woods today you’re in for a big surprise – and it’s NOT bears! We have two woods near us – one is Ramalley, the other is Flexford. Flexford has cows and rabbits; Ramalley has trees and dogs. I name one of the trees as the Big Tree, but it’s very small! (Joke!)

I enjoy walking in the woods, and I walk with my dad all the time, and sometimes we would walk with our neighbours and their dog. [Read more…] about No Teddy Bear’s Picnic: Walking In The Woods

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