For most people, retirement means settling down close to family, friends and loved ones. But for ...
Life
Articles all about our country, your favourites like food, wine, family, your home, gardening, retirement living and yes, something about pets also.
Collecting wines
It says in my bio that I have a passion for wine but I think a ...
New Roses 2018 – Part 2
If you missed Part 1, read it here. This month is the second part covering new ...
How to “Go Pro” in your kitchen
Do you whip up the best birthday cakes in the neighbourhood? Maybe your white chocolate raspberry ...
Young cooks
Our granddaughters are getting older (and we’re not getting any younger!) so they were enlisted to ...
Could pets keep you young?
I’m enamoured of my new baby, Roger. Roger is a Bichon Frise and he’s the new ...
DIY essential oils in 4 easy steps
Sure, it may be easier to simply stock up on essential oils at your local health ...
Saying goodbye to a furry family member
Our pets are our companions. We lavish them with love and attention and they in turn provide love and companionship. They become part of the family, have their own personalities, and their death can leave a gaping whole.
Dark Guinness bread with smoked fish & dressed watercress
This recipe for dark, slightly sweet bread is delicious and accompanies smoked fish and watercress beautifully. ...
Savouring – Making a good thing last
"The moments of happiness we enjoy take us by surprise. It is not that we seize them, but that they seize us." Ashley Montagu





