After the three-and-a-half-hour drive, we were home. We sat on the sofa and looked at each other as if to say: “Now what?” So began my 18-year journey with Stanley, the Lancashire Heeler. As with so many of our pets, Stanley was an enormous part of my life. Naturally, we had some anxious and frustrating Life with Stanley: Lessons in Love, Laughter, and Planning for the UnexpectedRead More
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A ‘just in case’ travel plan can lead to a lifetime of adventures
“Life is too short not to go on that spontaneous road trip.” I am a naturally spontaneous person – call me up for a last-minute trip and I am there! However, the main reason behind this enthusiasm is because I am confident everything is in place to pack and go at the drop of a A ‘just in case’ travel plan can lead to a lifetime of adventuresRead More
How the tedious TA6 form can become your best friend
The TA6 Property Information Form which, as the seller you complete, provides comprehensive information about the property. There are other TA forms which may also be useful (such as the TA10 Fittings and Contents form which covers mainly contents or the TA7 Leasehold Information Form) but the TA6 is the place to start. Many of How the tedious TA6 form can become your best friendRead More
Why do we find it so hard to organise our tech?
Once upon a time, we thought technology was cool. Something to use for doing mundane tasks quickly, for playing games and with the advent of the internet, communicating and watching cats do funny things. Innovative products arrived – the iPod replaced the Walkman. The iPhone replaced the iPod and Android phones joined in the mobile Why do we find it so hard to organise our tech?Read More
What I learnt on my trip to Bali
I love getting organised for a big trip abroad. It adds to the build-up and excitement! I was lucky enough to visit a couple of past flatmates who live in Bali to celebrate a significant birthday, so I didn’t do as much planning for trips and visits as I might have done – leaving things What I learnt on my trip to BaliRead More
