A little Christmas Eve magic
Before we moved to France, Michel and I lived in a house a few steps away from the one I grew up in. My family was one whose roots ran deep. My grandfather, who...
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Enjoying Christmas quietly
I am out of energy. It’s been a struggle to keep up with everything over the past few weeks. A little while ago I quietly admitted to myself that by the time Christmas arrived...
Bluesky has me
As someone who has increasingly come to dislike social media, I have surprised myself this week by signing up to one more platform. And not only that, but actually enjoying it. Bluesky has been...
It’s true what they say
Moving house is widely regarded as one of life’s major stressors. It’s something which Michel and I have never really done. Not in a conventional sense of packing up one house and moving straight...
What helps us through grief when dogs die?
Early yesterday my friend messaged with the news of her dog Alfie’s death in the early hours of the morning.
Time to sit back at my desk
With just 10 days left in the month I am drowning in overdue things which need me to sit at my desk and complete.
Holiday Sofas
Cerise enjoyed sampling a range of sofas on her holiday, Angel preferred a busy walk and Albert was happy with it all.
Rupert and friendships
I credit Renae’s well adjusted approach to life to the early, happy years spent with canine friends like Rupert and Watson.
What’s worried Albert Claude?
Over the past 2 years Albert has become a worrier. I’ve struggled to know how to help and a few months ago sought professional help. I wish I’d done it sooner.
Tsuki and what he’s brought
Tsuki’s a family member’s Italian greyhound and he’s been with us for a month. He’s very different to what I’m used to and that’s a good thing.