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Introducing…

On this blustery April day I would like to formally introduce Wren to the blog. Wren is the pseudonym for my new baby daughter who arrived this March. Sheโ€™s a loud little thing so Wren suits her well. We think … Continue reading

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The English Year

I have added a second book to my monthly readings to help me keep my New Yearโ€™s resolution of getting back to simplicity and seasonality. This book is called The English Year and is by Steve Roud. The English Year … Continue reading

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Mother and child

We are back in bonnie Scotland after our sojourn south. The valley is shrouded in low cloud and fine drizzle. It was lovely seeing my sister and my new niece but strange viewing those first intense weeks from the outside. … Continue reading

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New year, new life

The leaden skies and downpours have lifted this morning to reveal a bright and frosty landscape. It seems appropriate because yesterday evening I became an aunty for the first time! Well done to my wonderful sister who managed the whole … Continue reading

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