Boy One is sitting his prelims at the moment. He tells me he’s worked hard and feels “enough nervous but not OMG nervous”. We’ve talked about planning his studies and preparing for the tests. Or rather, I’ve talked about it and he’s sighed and rolled his eyes. Then one day, just when I about to […]
Twinkle, twinkle – how many lights?
Christmas, it seems, has arrived at the Palace of Bundance. How do I know? Well, the house is throbbing with lights and anywhere there was a previously clear (ish) surface is now full of festive things. There is an even greater chance of finding what you’re looking for. Every plug socket has another string […]
New drink drive limit: just make it zero
Last night Fionaoutdoors and I caught up for a long overdue supper and news swap. It was lovely only this time something was missing. Gin. Gin is what was missing. Not gallons, just one perfect, delicious glass beaded with condensation, clinking and lemon scented. It would come before dinner and a long way before climbing […]
The things you should open at Christmas and the things you shouldn’t
Turkey For Foodies
Going on holiday is one of those activities that starts off stressful but ends with you feeling lighter in mind and much heavier in body; as eating your way through a country is pretty much the best way to experience it. Turkey is one of those countries whose cuisine gets constantly underestimated. Consistently associated with […]