Adoette “She lived on this street all of her life, until she was 100 years old. Just imagine all the changes she saw!” Today has been a magnificent goodbye A celebration of a long life well lived The end of … Continue reading →

Do you like Greek Mythology? Do you like learning about ancient civilisations, religions, cultures and traditions? William, my 12 year old son, and I share a love of mythology and history. We have built over the years a collection of … Continue reading →

As a family over the last three years we have become increasingly enchanted and intrigued by birds. Birds are everywhere and they are amazing to watch. We are loucky to have lots of different birds visiting our garden and sharing … Continue reading →

Happy International Literacy Day! “Since 1967, International Literacy Day (ILD) celebrations have taken place annually around the world to remind the public of the importance of literacy as a matter of dignity and human rights, and to advance the literacy … Continue reading →

When I was about 11 years old My sister was 8 We met a French boy on holiday He did not speak English We did not speak French But we played together every day For three weeks In the campsite … Continue reading →

This week I posted my 10,001st post on Instagram The start of a new Decem millennium I still struggle on there And here Still feel unsure that I fit That I belong This month I will be 46 years old … Continue reading →

Schoolbag in hand, she leaves home in the early morning Waving goodbye with an absent-minded smile I watch her go with a surge of that well-known sadness And I have to sit down for a while The feeling that I’m … Continue reading →

Every year in September We revisit The Plague and The Great Fire of London It has been brilliant each year Finding something different to learn and explore This year, Esther and William are going to be reading The Fire Cats … Continue reading →

“Sad things are hard to hear. They are pretty hard to say, too. They should be told in little pieces.” Ever since Tilda died I have collected books about loss and grief Books that help to explain death Books that … Continue reading →