I'm a 65 year old, third generation Londoner, and amazed to have won the draw. With only 24 hours notice, I won't have time to prepare much, but will probably read a couple of my poems, and talk about the book I'm reading right now, "Real England" by Paul Kingsnorth - it's very compelling - everyone in England should read it. My granddaughter Harriet is staying with us this week, while she does work experience at Union Dance in the Charing Cross Road. We were early on Monday, and came to Trafalgar Square in time to see the second plinther. We thought it such a brilliant idea, and I entered on the spur of the moment - never thought I'd get a place. Trafalgar Square means so much to me: I've been coming here all my life. I fed pigeons here as a child, marched here, been arrested here, eaten lunch, sunbathed, had assignations here, and am enchanted at the idea of taking part in this project
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Sharing your love of reading...a great idea! I will go look for a copy of the book. -
Cool thing to participate in! I saw about it at blipfoto.com A blipmate are going to be there at 9 am tomorrow :) -
can't hear a thing your too soft or the mic is badly placed.. what a waste. -
Will you read the Good Die Young ? - my favourite of your peoms.
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well done to all !
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i wish someone would arrest you now -
Watching from Boston, MA, USA -- glad to see you're well-prepared! -
I fell in love with London on my first visit in 2008. The 4th Plinth project is fascinating. I will keep checking in.
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good luck
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WHO CARES!
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Yeah!
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Yes, Daisy! Yes, WT! -
optimistic and grumpy ~ i like the combination! Interested to hear your poems
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Enjoy yourself up there Daisy! Marvellous you've got a place..wonder if you'll feel more grumpy or optimistic during your special hour..good luck!! -
go girl!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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