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I have a confession to make: I’ve never seen Lilo & Stitch. Not once. I know it’s a Disney classic and beloved by many, but somehow it passed me by. That said, the second I laid eyes on this [adorable product – insert what it actually is], I completely understood the appeal. It’s just so cute. Ridiculously cute. The kind of cute that makes you do a little squeal, whether you’re 5 or
Forgive the terrible pic, its a picture of a picture and the only one I can lay my hands on right now but it’s me and my dad and there wont be any more of those so I am cherishing the ones I do have. I’ve been quietly tiptoeing around Father’s Day this year. It’s the first one without my dad, and I wasn’t sure how I’d feel about seeing
I wanted to write about our trip to Prospect Cottage on here but couldnt think of a better way to phrase it than what I said on Instagram, so forgive me for copying and pasting it. When Annie and I got to Dungeness recently I finally stood in front of Prospect Cottage, a place I’ve been curious about for years. Once home to artist and filmmaker Derek Jarman, it’s a
Actually that is a lie. Dungeness is not England’s only desert. Google will tell you it is. Countless articles online will tell you it is, but if you dig a little deeper you will see it’s an urban myth. A story started by the landlord of the pub in Dungeness who wanted to start a rumour to see if it would gain traction. If you have ever visited the area
This year we watched our daughter run the London Marathon. And I say “watched” as if that’s all we did—but let me tell you, being a spectator takes some serious planning, stamina, and grit. You might not be running 26.2 miles, but if you’re doing it right, you’ll end the day feeling like you’ve done a marathon of your own. If you’re thinking of supporting someone next year, here’s what
Some stories land quietly in your heart and never leave. For me, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry is one of them and if we have been friends for years you will know how much this story means to me. How often I talk about it, recommend it and generally love it. I am lucky enough to have met the author Rachel Joyce a few times, and to read all of her
Few wine regions conjure up as much quiet reverence as Burgundy — especially when it comes to whites which is why I would say white Burgundy is my favourite wine. So when a curated case of white Burgundy arrived from Naked Wines, featuring names like Dominic Hentall, Benjamin Laroche, and Christophe et Fils, I knew we were in for something special. Before diving into the wines themselves, it’s worth understanding
I have always considered myself a fairly competent human being. I can cook a meal without setting the kitchen on fire, dress myself without assistance, and maintain basic hygiene—at least, that’s what I thought before I had carpal tunnel surgery. What I failed to realise is that once you take away the use of one hand, the world becomes a far more complicated place. If you, like me, are about
Few dishes have a name as intriguing as funeral potatoes. This creamy, cheesy potato casserole has long been a staple of American comfort food, particularly in the western United States. Despite its somewhat sombre title, funeral potatoes are not exclusively reserved for sad occasions. They are equally popular at potlucks, family gatherings, and festive celebrations. I hadn’t heard about them until Mr B sent me a DM on instagram (he is
The Great Big Dinosaur Show is a joyous, riotous celebration of all things prehistoric, and my four-year-old granddaughter absolutely adored every minute of it. From the moment we took our seats, we knew we were in for a treat. The atmosphere was electric, with children buzzing with excitement, eagerly awaiting what was to come. And it did not disappoint. Led by poet Simon Mole and musician Gecko it is loosely
There are lots of reasons to visit Winchester. It is after all the ancient capital of England, famous for its grand cathedral (which once had a diver fixing its foundations), King Arthur’s legendary Round Table (which, let’s be honest, isn’t that round), and the high street where you can buy everything from antique books, artisanal gin and over a hundred different teas at Char. It boasts medieval history, literary connections,
Ah, January. The month that drags on forever, filled with cold, grey skies, failed resolutions, and an overwhelming sense that we should be doing better. But what if January isn’t the fresh start we’ve been led to believe? What if, instead of fighting through the gloom, we just accepted that this month is a total write-off and started the new year properly on February 1st? As it turns out, this
