Peaches, peace and purchases

Eating fruits and vegetables in season is something that I think we have forgotten how to do in northern Europe, … More

A graveyard, a film and a very tasty sandwich

The weather this week has been very up and down: lots of rain and wind with sunshine in between.  However, … More

Excursions, walks and another weekend part 2

Sunday morning began with croissants and ‘Dr Who’.  We settled down to watch the 50th anniversary special ‘The Day of … More

Excursions, walks and another weekend part 1

The weather this weekend has been fantastic, lovely and hot and sunny.  In fact, it has been shorts weather.  To … More

Fireworks, sunny days and exhibitions

One fun thing, at least for me, is that Guy Fawkes Day (ie 5th November) is celebrated here in New … More

Eggs, toast and breakfasts in general

I am a morning person, and also someone who likes breakfast.  In fact, I can’t function without eating first thing … More

Pies, pints and a new sofa

The good weather on Saturday continued into Sunday, and we walked into town and then along the waterfront as far … More

Sunshine, sand and the smell of the sea

The weather this weekend has been lovely again, warm, sunny and with bright blue skies.  On Saturday, we drove out … More

Storms, sunshine and a special beer

The weather this week has been somewhat changeable to say the least.  After the lovely weekend, Monday was a day … More

Lamb meatballs, daylight savings and a good weekend

Every now and again, a weekend passes that is just right for the mood you are in at the time, … More