19. I am SHERLOCKed.

Yeah, this moment had to come. I decided to write something about a tv series by BBC named Sherlock. As a big fan of Sherlock Holmes - the most famous consulting detective in the world - I just couldn’t give it a miss. I totally fell in love with this production some time ago. Obviously, I was familiar with stories about Sherlock before that, because I had read a few books by Arthur Conan Doyle, who actually created this figure. Anyway, once I started to watch this tv series, I couldn't stop, it was just beyond my wildest dreams. First of all, the action goes on in modern London (which I've always wanted to visit by the way) so the atmosphere of the places is just incredible. Another big advantage is acting - two main protagonists are played by Benedict Cumberbatch (Sherlock) and Martin Freeman (Watson) whom I really admire, because they are impressive and convincing as actors. Of course, I didn't forget about their beautiful, pure british accent which I could listen to for hours. Really, this is a big asset. What I also appreciate in the whole production is humour. Some scenes are simply hilarious, especially when we consider the specific character of Sherlock. He is a very intelligent and direct person thus his relations with other people are quite difficult. It makes the particular stories even more gripping for me. BBC took care about everything - even music is perfect, it can built both joyful and dramatic atmosphere. For all these reasons, I can truly recommend this tv show to you. If you like crime stories and British humour, Sherlock is the best choice you can make.

He's such a nice guy, isn't he? ;)

18. Long weekend.

Although the weather wasn't really pleasant this weekend, I decided not to spend my free time in the house. I chose instead to organize a little trip to Toruń with my boyfriend. Until last Friday, I have never been to this city, but I've heard some approving opinions about it. This is actually the main reason of my choice. Now, after the excursion, I can truly say that I don't regret it, because Toruń tourned out to be such an impressive city. We were there only for one day, but in fact we managed to see a lot of tourist attractions. We spent most of our time in the famous old town where we could see all these amazing, gothic buildings. We were walking down the streets, between beautiful tenements and along the Vistula as well. On Friday, there was also a knight tournament near the ruins of the castle, so we could feel for a moment the atmsophere of the Middle Ages. Of course, one does not simply visit Toruń without buying some gingerbreads - the main symbol of the city. I didn't neglect this tradition and I bought two little packets for my family.

Obviously, I wouln't be myself if I didn't make tons of photos. Here are some of them. 

17. The King.

There is an extraordinary author who actually formed my literary taste. Since I've read the first book of him, I am totally fascinated with this inconspicuous guy from Portland. Stephen King - my personal master of horrors. I suppose everyone knows some titles of his famous books, even without regarding King as a writer. Obviously, I belong to the huge group of his fans. My adventure with Stephen's litterary production began about 6 years ago, just before I started my education in secondary school. One day, when I was sick I randomly chose to read "The Green Mile". I think it was one of the best decisions in my life! I finished it in one day, the plot was so captivating that I couldn't put it away. Since that time, Stephen King has been a regular guest on my bookshelves. Until today I've read more or less 20 books and I surely don't intend to stop. Why I admire him so much? First of all, I like the way he creates characters. Every person in his books is extensively described. As a reader, I can see their thoughts, affections and fears. It allows me to feel better the atmoshpere of the particular book. Additionally, this man can truly build the sinister ambiance. Thanks to numerous details, he intensifies our fright page after page. He invents many disturbing protagonists who stimulate our imagination. King often uses magical and unusual solutions. He combines realism with fiction, which makes his books even more gripping. I can see it on my own example - I often ponder over the book for some days after reading it. As an author, King has never let me down. Of course, just like every writer he wrote both better and worse books, but I believe all of them are worth reading. I can truly recommend them to you. Just a little advice - don't read them at night or you could have problems with sleeping ;).