I’m not a political animal but I can’t contain my rage at Matt Hancock and Boris Johnson
I’m not a political animal (I’ve never even told my husband who I’ve voted for, even though he professes to…
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I couldn’t care less about winning – but it’s going swimmingly
I’ve never understood the competitive mentality of so many people when it comes to sport – I couldn’t care less…
Read MoreThe Popera House – ‘sticky mash-up’ opera for all
When a family of five happens to pass by – and then doubles back, intrigued, and stays for the performance…
Read MoreNever munch on a hunch
Another foraged breakfast this morning in the company of our forager friend, Chris, an NHS doctor who also runs http://tuttiifungi.com…
Read MoreAn author’s foraged breakfast
Nothing like foraging for breakfast this morning – eggs from our girls, some smoked salmon, and wild garlic leaves…
Read MoreVolunteering during the pandemic
So much has been written about volunteering during this pandemic that I don’t need to say much more. However I…
Read MoreInterviewing Eddie the Eagle – entertaining and inspiring
JULIE Q and A on the ski slope with Eddie the Eagle I was privileged and delighted to be…
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Matilda the rescue griffon from Spain
So – a year ago this weekend Matilda came into our lives. She has been a joy and heartbreak in…
Read MoreWhen was the first time?
Like many people, I think my approach to writing was shaped by experiences whilst still at school – though why…
Read MoreBlame it all on the weather!
Well, it’s certainly spring in the garden in amongst all this unseasonable weather – and although the weather forecasts are…
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