The Right Kind of Clothes

We’re at that time of year when people ask me, ‘How do you deal with the cold up there’? I always think of that great Billy Connolly quote, ‘There’s no such thing as bad weather, only the wrong kind of clothes’. Winter weather is like life itself. Wear the right clothes, get out and enjoy… Continue reading The Right Kind of Clothes

Unexpected Pleasures

So far, this summer has brought plenty of unexpected pleasures. Our garden has a bumper crop of berries, including an out-of-nowhere supply of white berries. We were introduced to Misty, who is now a loving and loved part of our family. I recently had the pleasure of my first in-person meeting for over two years,… Continue reading Unexpected Pleasures

My Unexpected Anniversary

It was one year ago tomorrow …….. I was on a slow-moving delayed train from Preston to Manchester Airport for my usual evening flight home, wondering if I’d make it. I did, and haven’t been on any transport since. In this past year, I’ve had a bit of a reset. More time with my loved… Continue reading My Unexpected Anniversary