I am sitting on the terrace of the little white house where I am staying; the October sun is bright and the day unfolding in delicious peace; I have the feeling of Sunday’s past, when there were no shops open … Read More
I joined the social network for A Chronic Voice because I needed to find people who understand what life is like with chronic pain. Today I have written a post using the May link-up prompts, to show my experience of … Read More
One of the things that I love best about my work is when I can bring all the various aspects together: people, nature and animals. The other day, as I was pondering this time of staying at home, I realised … Read More
Most children are much more active than adults. It’s hard to keep up with kids, even if you’re in peak condition. It involves not only your physical strength, but mental stamina to keep them entertained. If you’re having trouble finding … Read More
Why? you ask. Why viruses? Why political divisiveness? Why world turmoil? Why do “bad things happen to good people?” Why, why, why? Surely we are victims…we didn’t ask for this, right? My mission in life (and my actual job) is … Read More
I am sitting in a cafe surrounded by many Spaniards who have been doing a marathon mountain walk – much chat has been engaged in about me wearing no shoes…! My Spanish conversation may end up a tad limited I … Read More
There has been some talk online about how to alleviate boredom at home during lockdown. I cannot understand how you could possibly be bored at home! During the past four weeks since our school officially closed, my daughters and I … Read More
Never I thought that one day I would experience a pandemic, even less a fake one! Life is unpredictable and it certainly is right now while I am writing in Spring 2020. It has been just over two months since … Read More
Now that the human race has slowed to a crawl, I hope that you see what I see… ~ People are collecting food and offering it for free. ~ Restaurant owners are feeding needy children and families. ~ Clients and … Read More
Many people are struggling with lockdown here in the UK. They have enjoyed some enforced rest and quiet time, they have been working on home projects that were long overdue, and they have made the most of their time off … Read More
