I am very lucky that I live in a beautiful part of the country here in North Devon. Every year we get thousands of tourists (known as grockels to the proper Devonshire folk who were born and bred here), who travel down here to witness the stunning scenery, coastlines and get a taste of life … [Read more…]
With the wettest British winter on record now drawing to a close and much of the south of England still under a few inches of water, the problem of flooding has never been more topical. Flooding can be devastating for people of all ages but it can be especially dangerous for older people; causing a … [Read more…]
When you become a parent there is no handbook to warn you about everything that will happen to you, or to fully prepare you for how you will feel and face situations you encounter. Afterall every child is different, every experience unique and every parent has thier own views on how to be the best … [Read more…]
I have just returned from an amazing weekend away to Bristol with my best friends the highlight of which was seeing Dirty Dancing at the Hippodrome last night! However, upon coming home this afternoon I was greeted by a poorly Jenson who is riddled in chicken pox and appears to have it much more severe … [Read more…]
Last weekend we had our very first picnic of the year so far. That may be behind some people and indeed ahead of others, but to me that marks an exciting time when more time can be spent outside somewhere without having to feel tied to returning home just to eat! I scrolled through my … [Read more…]