On Saturday I am going to have a go at something I’ve been meaning to do for years. There is a strong family tradition in this with my Grandfather on my Dad’s side, My Dad (Ron), his sister Jessie, her husband Bernard and my Mum. I also dabbled in playing this myself when my daughterContinue reading “Following in the Fabulous Family Footsteps…”
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A funny little poem, from my happy place to yours
I have been asked to share a poem by one of my followers. My poetry is usually lighthearted and this is one example. This was inspired by a lack of teaspoons at a job I was working at briefly. I hope you like it. Ode to the teaspoonI tried to find a teaspoon, to stirContinue reading “A funny little poem, from my happy place to yours”
My happy place…
Do you have a ‘happy place’ or ‘happy thing’ that boosts your mood and makes you feel good? For me I have a couple that stand out. I love to do things for other people that put a smile on their face. Even when I was still quite early in my journey after my kneeContinue reading “My happy place…”
The magic of grandchildren…
This weekend we have our three grand-daughters for a couple of days. It seems like ages since we have had them to stay due to a number of factors, such as my operation and COVID in their household. As with any teens and pre-teens, the girls love their smartphones and are frequently on their devices. However, theyContinue reading “The magic of grandchildren…”
Lost for words…
My words are important to me. I have always had a love of words. Of poetry. Of poets and for me I have also always loved William Shakespeare. I like many types of poetry, especially those that tell a story like Pam Ayres’ work. My particular favourite – which I always wanted to read toContinue reading “Lost for words…”
A bit of black humour with the grandies…
This weekend I have had the grandgirls staying again and baking etc. We spent all day baking inside yesterday and as it is a beautiful sunny day today, I got the girls to put down their devices and come outside and play some games. I have a number of wooden outdoor games to play whenContinue reading “A bit of black humour with the grandies…”
Childhood memories are the best memories
Today at work we had a ‘Bake off’ competition and this was my offering for it. The theme was ‘Childhood Memories’ and so I modelled my entry on my eldest son Adam’s first birthday. I was only 21 and should have known better… So, for his first birthday I made the following, as in theContinue reading “Childhood memories are the best memories”
Sneaky treats…
I have three children, two boys and a girl, my daughter being the youngest. Being the only girl in the family and the youngest can be a pretty tough gig at times. I know, because I was the youngest of four and the only girl. When my daughter was young, her two older brothers wouldContinue reading “Sneaky treats…”
Parkies silly book titles…
Unashamedly pinched from a Parkinson’s Facebook Page I follow. There’s some goodies in there! ***** Parkinson’s Alternative Book Titles***** A Life with Parkinson’s by O. Whatfun The Perfect Poker Face by I.M. Parkie Leaving Behind the Fast Lane by Brad Ykinesia A Life Changing Event! by P.D. Diagnosis Sequels: What Caused it? Why Me? TakingContinue reading “Parkies silly book titles…”
Home is where the heart is…
Here we are back home again after our epic holiday. It has been an outstanding break away, spending time with my lovely husband one on one and also with friends and relatives we haven’t seen for six years. We woke up this morning for the first time in those nine weeks, in our own bedContinue reading “Home is where the heart is…”
My journey with Parkinsons 