I posted a quote on my Facebook page this morning which I thought was not only beautifully simple, but highly relevant to the situation we are currently in. “Choose to be optimistic, […]
The Power of Optimism
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A Pandemic Holiday : Part Two
We are currently on holiday at Coconut Bay Beach Resort in St Lucia, having flown out just over a week ago. (Please read A Pandemic Holiday: Part One to get the eventful […]
A Pandemic Holiday : Part One
Who would be crazy enough to go on holiday during a) A pandemic, b) A Tropical Storm and c) A National Lockdown ? Oh! That would be us then! We booked this […]
It’s A Cats Life
Cats are probably one of the animals which have benefited from Coronavirus. How many of us are now at home with our fluffy friends most of the time? My remaining 2 cats, […]
Looking At ‘The Smaller Picture’ This Autumn
As this epidemic continues, I find myself watching the news and starting to dread each new statistic. Even people of a positive and optimistic nature, (of which I count myself one), are […]
Asquith: Ethical and Eco Friendly Activewear
Over the last few years I have become increasingly interested in living a more sustainable life. Like everyone, I am probably not doing nearly as much as I should, but I am […]
Coping With The Autumn Blues
It has certainly got colder this week hasn’t it! It is nearly October and I struggle with this time of year. Summer is over, the days are getting shorter and I am […]
Coping With Children Going Away to University
I originally wrote this post (or a version of it) two years ago. My children, (children? they are now 24 and 21!) have now left university, but every year around this time […]
50 Small Ways to Make a Big Difference
If you have read any of my posts on this blog you will be aware that I am interested in trying to do what I can to help the environment. I’m not […]
Stonehenge – A Special Visit
On Friday of last week Andy and I visited Stonehenge which is only about 40 miles away from where we live. Surprisingly, since it is so close, we have not visited for […]
