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I'm grateful that my boy will still pose for a selfie with me ... even though he now towers over me. 🙂

Which Book Could You Read Over And Over Again?

"People who spent the war in prison camps have written a lot of books about what a bad time they had," she said quietly, staring into the embers. "They don't know what it was like, not being in a camp.A Town Like Alice My all time favourite novel is A Town Like Alice by Nevil … Continue reading Which Book Could You Read Over And Over Again? →

Name The One Word That Describes You

“Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” Sir Winston Churchill For me, it is resilience

Which Film or TV Series Have You Watched More Than 5 Times?

Which movie or TV series have you watched more than 5 times? Source Top Gun, the original film from 1986, is the film I have seen the most. So many times, I have lost count. It was released when I was serving at RAF Lyneham in Wiltshire and I don't think there was anyone who … Continue reading Which Film or TV Series Have You Watched More Than 5 Times? →

What I’m Listening To | Podcast Recommendations

Listening to a podcast has become second nature when it is just Tilly and me out on a walk through the parks of West London. Here’s a few podcasts I’ve been listening to lately. 1 Sealed Letter | Spotify | Even if you’re not a snail mail user yourself, this gentle podcast is a deep dive into … Continue reading What I’m Listening To | Podcast Recommendations →

What’s Your Opening Sentence?

You're writing your autobiography. What's your opening sentence? Source | Instagram | @mybookgramm Here's mine | "You've got a right Battling Bertha there!"

Frugal February 2023 | How The Month Played Out

I’ve just completed another Frugal February and I feel good about it. It’s been good practice to pause and actively consider whether a purchase is essential – most of the time, it hasn’t been. I’ve saved money, but what of the purchases I did make? Purchases came under one category: scrapbooking supplies – mainly cardstock and glue. But you … Continue reading Frugal February 2023 | How The Month Played Out →

Wednesday Wisdom | 22 February

Highclere Castle "The business of life is the acquisition of memories." Mr. Carson, Butler, Downton Abbey

Four Fun Things

I really want this t-shirt I have discovered the author Meghan Quinn - writer of funny, believable (to a point) and steamy romance I have my eye on these boots Hoping that we can secure tickets to this production before the run ends in the West End

Wit or Wisdom in 2023

Wit or Wisdom will be an occasional series this year, as the original Wit or Wisdom chalkboard is sadly no more.