Pause, Breathe, Live!
Hosted by Kate, this is a monthly meme where we all start with the same book and add six linked titles. For the first Six Degrees of 2021, we are starting with Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell. I reviewed this last year. It was one of the few books I managed to finish and I really … Continue reading #SixDegreesOfSeparation: From Hamnet to Autumn
In these most difficult of times, let us look to the silver linings behind the clouds. The community spirit, the care, the love, the creativity, the will to do things differently and better. Here’s a beautiful and moving example: a new poem written by Scots Makar Jackie Kay, showcased through twinkling drones dancing over Edinburgh … Continue reading Fare Well and Happy New Year
This morning, I felt the itch to get back to this blog after a few largely fallow months. Perhaps it was the joy of seeing some snow..... Perhaps it is the growing sense of renewal that accompanies this time of year. But the reason doesn't matter. It's good to be typing this post, like reconnecting … Continue reading A Crafty Update
My gorgeous husband and I share many things in common but we have totally opposite views on books. While I sit surrounded by piles of books I am sure I will one day read, Stephen on the other hand has a handful of beloved titles that he has read many times and so knows with … Continue reading An Audio Christmas Present
