The lovely Lee Pearson
Wendy and I met up with champion horseman Lee Pearson – fellow “Stokie” and the winner of an astounding NINE Paralympic Gold Medals for Dressage.
Spanish Riding School
I went to see the Spanish Riding School of Vienna perform at Wembley Arena.
The perfect Thai green curry – at last!
I’ve cracked it! tried a few recipes and this has ended up the best for a quick homemade Thai Green Curry.
Spruce up
Now here is an odd but surprisingly tasty idea for winter.
What a Bright Idea!
I saw this idea of using baskets as shelves in a display in Pottery Barn.
A Sloe Search
Surfing around to find Sloe Berries to make Sloe Gin for Christmas. Will let you know when I’ve found berries and settled on best proportions of Gin to Berries to Sugar.
Make Your Own This Christmas
My sister Wendy, my friend Alice and I are doing some ‘make your own’ this Christmas.
Pimp Your Poppy
A trip to John Lewis’ Haberdashery Department soon gave my sister’s poppy the bling factor!
Proud to support our NHS
Read All About It…
A Sparkling Night
This year November 5th was all a bit of a scramble but we celebrated by popping over to an organised display close to our house and the mulled wine (which was Sainsbury’s own) was delicious.
You Can’t Beat Betty!
Mum’s Birthday involved a lot of table decorating and cake making masterminded by my Nephews Jack and Freddy who were given a free range. If you are in a rush Betty Crocker gave to the world a box entitled ‘Devils Food Cake Mix’. Don’t feel bad about using it – the result is delicious and margin for error is vastly reduced.
You Make It Look So Easy
I’ve just discovered this newly published and beautifully illustrated domestic self help guide.
Wildflower Hill
I love this writer and she has a new book out. I’ve read all her others and if you like mystery, intrigue and romance, she will keep you reading into the wee small hours!
Holding On For the Sale
I am such a sucker for this company and I’m always checking out what’s new!
Happy Birthday Mum!
Last weekend I went up to my home town of Stoke-on-Trent to celebrate mum’s birthday with the family.
A Fantastic Film
The Help is an amazing film – you have to see it. Beautifully shot, brilliantly acted and the story will have you gripped.
A Great Thanks Giving
I had my first proper Canadian Thanks Giving this Year and managed 2 feasts in 2 days.
Sorted!
My little nephew Freddie took advantage of the recent heatwave by having a surfing lesson down at Boscombe Beach, Bournemouth. He’s pictured here with Sam – his instructor and new BFF!
Freddie’s New Best Friend!
My little nephew Freddie won a competition to be an official mascot and walk Nadal out onto court at the Barclays ATP World Tour Finals at the 02.
What To Wear?!
Last week I did that horrendous job of swapping summer and winter clothes around (my wardrobe struggles to do both at the same time). Then what happens?