Cattyjen Lensography
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So Who's Cattyjen?
Hi, my name's Jenny, although known to the Squidoo world as cattyjen. I'm writing this lens to introduce myself and give everyone an idea about what makes me tick.
I live with my fiance in the south of England, and work in a small office just a few miles down the road.
However, now that I've discovered Squidoo, I've realised how much I love to write. I hope to learn and develop as a writer, and ideally would love to do this full time if possible.
I live with my fiance in the south of England, and work in a small office just a few miles down the road.
However, now that I've discovered Squidoo, I've realised how much I love to write. I hope to learn and develop as a writer, and ideally would love to do this full time if possible.
Contents at a Glance
First, a bit about me...
I called myself "cattyjen" as I have always had a huge love of animals, and cats in particular. Throughout my life I have always lived alongside them (notice that I don't claim to own them - you can never actually own a cat. If anything they own you!) The most I have lived with at any one time is four. That's quite hectic! This number has now reduced back down to two, my "Boys", Bob and Ziggy. They are brothers who have been with me since they were only eight weeks old. Now twelve, they still have a great life, and still love to play, with me, my partner, and each other.
Psychic-Jen
I'm not religious, although am actually quite pagan in my beliefs. I have spent the last few years researching and practicing developing my psychic abilities, with some degree of sucess. Please check out my lens on psychic development. I shall be updating this periodically as I learn. Top psychic picks
Arty-Jen
I'm also an amateur musician (I play guitar, drums and also sing), and have a great love of music. My fiance plays bass (or drums on occasion), and we have learnt a wide span of covers together. Probably my favourite style would be from the "grunge" era. I'm a huge fan of Nirvana, and Kurt Cobain in particular. Also favourites would be The Beatles and John Lennon. However, we play a variety of music, dating from the fifties to the present day.I love the theatre, films etc, and tend to remember all sorts of useless information about actors and musicians. Some of my entertainment knowledge has already been transferred onto my lenses, although there is still much much more to go!
My top picks for music and acting
Sci-Fi-Jen
I'm an avid sci-fi fan. I love UK TV sci-fi like Dr Who, Torchwood, Red Dwarf, Blakes 7 and the Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy to name a few. I also have a couple of lenses on the subject (more to follow). My Sci-Fi Top Picks
Horror-Fan-Jen
I have always loved a good horror story. I grew up on Stephen King (both books and films - the books were always better!). More recently, I've discovered both the series of Saw films and (even better) the Final Destination series. I have already added a lens on the Final Destination movies and I fully intend to write something in-depth about others soon. Keep checking! My Horror Recommendations
An Inspirational Actor
Michael J Fox is an actor whose career I have followed from back as far as the eighties. He is an amazing comic talent, along with his more serious roles. In later years he has shown great courage in his fight against Parkinsons disease, and has become an inspirational figure. He now calls his disease a "gift" as it has taught him a new way to look at life. Check out my lens for further information. I will shortly be writing more about other actors, movies and TV. Great books on and by Michael J Fox
An Inspirational Musician
Kurt Cobain has inspired me in other ways. HIs music, writing and art has meant a lot to me over the years. Although he had a bleaker outlook on life than Michael J Fox (above), I have always found him very easy to identify with. I've always thought that he was a very genuine person, a good man and a very obviously loving father. However, from what I already knew about his life, added to my own research into the circumstances of his death, I do not believe that he committed suicide. For those interested, I have compiled a large proportion of this research into my lens about the subject. Please check this out, as I would love to hear your opinions on this. I recommend checking out this great Nirvana Stuff
Who-Dunnit-Jen
I've always been a big fan of a good murder mystery. I always have fun trying to work out who dunnit before the story ends - and sometimes I even get it right! The ones I love most at the moment are Monk, Law and Order and Jonathon Creek as these are the most intelligently written in my opinion. However, I also enjoy Agatha Christie, which is timeless. Others I follow include Diagnosis Murder and Psych. Who Dunnit Top picks
Featured Lenses
As I am quite new to Squidoo, I'm constantly searching for tips and tricks to get my lenses noticed, and make them as good as possible. Here are some of the great lenses out there to help newbies like myself.
If you liked this, please take a look at my other lenses below.
- The Kurt Cobain Conspiracy - Suicide or Murder?
- When Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain died at his home in April 1994, his death was immediately dismissed as suicide. However, there is also evidence that he was murdered. Could this really be true?
- Free shares giveaway - make cash online before its too late!
- This could be the next BIG THING! A website is preparing to launch is GIVING AWAY FREE SHARES, but only if you act quickly!
- Classic Movies "Frances" (1982) Hollywood's First Wild Child!
- A review of the classic movie which tells the true life story of actress Frances Farmer, and the lengths the establishment took to control her outspoken and impulsive nature. A very powerful and disturbing film!
- Nirvana - "Bleach" Classic Album Review: The Birth of Grunge!
- A review of the first studio album by Nirvana, who exploded onto the music scene with a unique style in 1989. This musical genre quickly became known as "grunge" and has since been emulated by many other bands.
- Developing Your Psychic Abilities - Tips and Techniques
- Everybody is capable of developing psychic abilities. This aims to show how this can be achieved through practicing simple exercises, and explaining the theories behind them. Anyone can do this, you just need patience and practice!
- Michael J Fox - The Incurable Optimist
- Michael J Fox has become an inspiration to millions. Firstly through his acting ability and comic timing, and later through the courage and optimism he has shown whilst dealing with Parkinsons Disease. He has described himself as both a lucky man, and the incurable optimist.
- Red Dwarf Returns - One Not To Be Missed!
- The sci-fi comedy show Red Dwarf became a cult classic in the '80s and '90s. Now after a ten year absence from our TV screens, the programme is making a comeback! Will it be worth the wait?
- Wendy Richard: A Life in the Spotlight
- Wendy Richard was a much respected and talented British actress. She also showed great courage in dealing with the cancer which eventually cost her her life in February 2009. This is a celebration of her life, and a tribute to a great actress who will be much missed.
- Henry VIII - would YOU marry this man?
- Henry VIII has been described as a tyrant, however six women willingly married him. Why would they do this, particularly when they saw what happened to his previous wives? Did they really believe they would be safe? Also, why would Henry feel the need to marry over and over again?
- Dr Who, Spectacular TV Sci-Fi!
- Is this the best sci-fi programme ever? After almost half a century, it's certainly stood the test of time. This is a look back at the contributions made to the programme by all of the previous Doctors, as well as a look to the future, in the shape of the eleventh Doctor, Matt Smith.
- The Final Destination Movies - Horror Classics!
- The Final Destination series of movies are in a class of their own. They keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end, and the shocks just keep coming!
- The Magic Of Charmed
- The TV series Charmed was a groundbreaking concept. It was an addictive blend of supernatural drama, comedy and romance. The story followed the unconventional lives of a family of witches, and in particular the sisters known as "The Charmed Ones". There is something here for both die hard fans of the show, and also serves as an introduction to those uninitiated to this magical series.
- Life On Mars - Time Travel with a Twist
- Life on Mars was an unconventional hit TV drama serial. It introduced a fascinating concept, which had never been explored before. Police Detective Sam Tyler was hit by a car in 2006, and awoke in 1973. He described this world as being like another planet. Was he mad, in a coma or did he really travel in time?
- Ashes to Ashes - Bringing the Eighties back to Life
- Ashes to Ashes was the follow up to the hugely successful TV Drama Life on Mars. It tells the story of Detective Inspector Alex Drake, who was shot in the line of duty. She awakes to find that she's been transported back to 1981. Convinced that she's really in a coma and this is all in her mind, she struggles desperately to find her way back home to the daughter she left behind...
- Ghost Whisperer - Spooky Supernatural Drama
- Ghost Whisperer is in a class of its own, and for those who love supernatural drama, this is a must see show. Melinda Gordon is able see and talk to the dead who have unfinished business with the living. This is a powerful drama, with superb special effects, and plenty of things going bump in the night!
- Christian Slater - Hollywood's Most Talented Bad Boy!
- Christian Slater was a household name in the eighties and nineties in movies such as "Young Guns II" and "Robin Hood Prince of Thieves". He was also in the headlines on several occasions due to his bad boy image, and several brushes with the law.
He has been less visible in recent years, however Christian Slater made a dramatic comeback in 2008 in the television drama "My own worst enemy". - http://www.squidoo.com/My-Own-Worst-Enemy
- My own worst enemy is a complex new TV drama, where the two main characters Henry Spivey and Edward Albright are the same person and played by the same actor. Christian Slater plays both the role of loyal family man and ruthless spy with total conviction and clearly demonstrates that he is a great actor, and one to keep an eye on...
by cattyjen
Hi, well what can I tell you about myself? First, the name. I'm cattyjen because I love cats, & have always had at least one all of my life (except fo... more »
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