How I have enjoyed getting out into the garden – it makes my heart sing – and brings joy to my soul. I would never say that I am a ‘true gardener’ – my knowledge of plants is limited – and my methods of gardening would probably horrify many a true gardener – but I…

One day this week – I felt ‘under the weather’ for some reason. I love these expressions that we use in our language – and am always curious to find out where they originated from. Apparently – the phrase – ‘under the weather’ – was used when the weather became bad at sea – and…

We have just witnessed a very historic event – that of the coronation of King Charles III – and I loved watching all the pomp – the colourful parades – and all that proceeded the arrival at the Abbey. During the crowning ceremony – I found it so fascinating – to follow all the rituals…

We have just witnessed a very historic event – that of the coronation of King Charles III – and I loved watching all the pomp – the colourful parades – and all that proceeded the arrival at the Abbey. During the crowning ceremony – I found it so fascinating – to follow all the rituals…

Never has it been so easy – to ask questions. Many times during conversations around the family dinner table – a question will crop up – relating to whatever topic it is that is being discussed – and so – the internet is consulted – possibly then followed by further discussion – depending on the…