It’s My Day
Today is World Stationery Day – the holiday with my name on it! For me, happiness has always been a new pen, a notebook, some glue, inks, paperclips, or what…
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Geek Quest
My inner geek has had a field day today. We came into London on the train, checked into our hotel, then headed out in search of notebooks, journals, and stationery…
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Village Life Update
Since I’m still not well enough to go out walking, I thought I’d take this chance to give you a heartwarming update. Remember when I told you that our local…
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Winter Brighteners
Once again, our village tea shop offered the perfect destination for a chilly afternoon walk. What can be nicer than a warm drink and a chat with a good friend…
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Ikea Counts
As anyone who has ever shopped at Ikea can attest, navigating through the store counts as a real walk. Yes, I know it is already a matter of my project, my…
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In Village Life, Small Things Matter
I’ve been showing you around Thundersley because it’s home to me, and it’s where I walk most days. I also want my family and friends around the world to see…
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Walking to the Pretty Things
I’m lucky. I live in village that has its own wool shop (aka haberdashery), and the shop has been a big part of my life for all the years that I’ve…
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Tea Shop Rendezvous
My walk into the village this morning took me directly to Pinaglis Tea Room, where I am always made to feel welcome with wonderful coffee and gluten-free goodies! (Fair disclaimer: I didn’t…
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New Year, New Bodkins
Those of you who see me on other blogs or circles, or who know me personally, will be aware of my love of woolly things and my passion for using sticks…
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