Time is flying by as we approach mid October. It’s been a busy few weeks, where I’ve visited Scotland, London, Whitstable and Suffolk, relived live aid, been to a baby shower, and enjoying Pilates so much. I’ve had some hypnotherapy to help me with my fear of bridges and heights which has been tested, andContinue reading “Where did August and September go”
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A decade
Ten years ago today I began this blog, originally it was to be a written commentary of where I came from and how my life had changed, experiences and opportunities taken. It was also a way to document what we were doing for Andrew in Australia, but very quickly it morphed into posts about life,Continue reading “A decade”
An unusually quick January
It’s been a busy month and this January has flown by. Time with River and Brodie and FaceTime catch ups with the smiley Ramsay. He will be over here in just over 2 weeks time. There is much to do in those two weeks, although the important thing is the precious time we will haveContinue reading “An unusually quick January”
A new year full of hope and optimism
Twelve days into 2025 and full of hope and optimism for what it may hold. We’ve enjoyed time with River, FaceTime and photos of Ramsay and Brodie. We managed a day trip to see Brodie too. All three are developing and changing and it serves as a reminder as to how fleeting these early yearsContinue reading “A new year full of hope and optimism”
2024 – a dream is a wish your heart makes……
What a year it’s been with travel, new experiences, memories galore and three grandsons to love. Loss of loved ones always felt keenly, but so many wonderful happy memories too. The last few weeks we’ve had the privilege of time with River, Brodie and shared FaceTime with Ramsay. Brodie is thriving, and Christmas and NewContinue reading “2024 – a dream is a wish your heart makes……”
Tragedy: a very sad event or situation, especially one involving death or suffering
On Wednesday night Georgina called me with the saddest news: the death of Liam Payne from 1Direction. Georgina has been a fan from 2011 and beyond their hiatus in 2016. Five young men of similar age to her, she met them in March 2011 and again in March 2012. We followed their journey to stardomContinue reading “Tragedy: a very sad event or situation, especially one involving death or suffering”
Bank holidays
Do you like them or loathe them? Are they a chance to catch up with chores, family or friends? Just spend at home or venture further afield? I loathe them, perhaps because I think we should do something rather than stay in, especially in retirement. So today I took myself off for a walk toContinue reading “Bank holidays”
Neko Harbour and Paradise Bay
The second continental landing and to visit a gentoo colony was the morning’s mission. I watched from the explorer lounge with a mocktail, as the zodiacs made their way through the brash ice to land. Kevin was due to go out kayaking, but as weather was providing us with the whole gamut of options itContinue reading “Neko Harbour and Paradise Bay”
Portal point, a tumble and an embarrassing moment
A great start to the day with a whale nearby, and a show of it’s fluke. The morning announcement of activities and landings after breakfast for our first continental landing at Portal point. was eagerly listened to and we were prepped to go. We were advised it was slippy with fresh snow on the icyContinue reading “Portal point, a tumble and an embarrassing moment”
Skipping to surgery
Almost a year ago I had a call from the GP who advised I had to make a few changes to my diet, exercise more and take vitamin D. Vitamin D was low and cholesterol was higher than they’d like. So I decided to take up skipping ( as you do!) and make some otherContinue reading “Skipping to surgery”
Getting older…
Over the last few months, probably three years, I have struggled with fatigue, weight gain, changes in vision, and most recently tinnitus. I have had medication for high blood pressure for 18 years and for an under active thyroid for 7 years. A few weeks ago I decided to make changes. A trip to theContinue reading “Getting older…”
My little life 