The sound of sleigh bells is in the air, and that means it’s time to start ...
Life
Articles all about our country, your favourites like food, wine, family, your home, gardening, retirement living and yes, something about pets also.
Delightful donkeys – are they the animal companion for you?
Big fluffy ears and gangly legs, soft snub noses and wide brown eyes; baby donkeys must ...
The long green grass of home
A few days ago I read two news items that really lifted my spirits. The first ...
My special place in Europe – Northern Italy and Tuscany
I suspect that most people who have travelled a lot have their favourite overseas places. Places ...
Fleur’s Place – a must-do dining destination
Don’t be surprised if the name rings a bell, even if you’ve never been there. Moeraki’s ...
New technologies & products – breaking the mass market barrier
There is a well-known introduction curve for new technologies and products. Basically, customers or users of ...
6 reasons to become a (fur baby) foster parent
Whether you don’t want to commit to 10+ years of ‘parenthood’ or simply can’t face the ...
What do we do with child’s tears?
Some of us find it hard to handle children’s tears. If the tears are a response ...
Silly season about to grip the nation
It does not seem possible, but Christmas is almost here. Oily rag households will be busy ...
Morning green smoothie
The perfect drink to start your day off. Ingredients: 1 picg handful of leafy greens such ...