It’s too hot to walk
It’s been too hot to walk, hasn’t it? Though I’ve spotted my neighbour walking their dog at 5.30am, it’s felt …
Thank goodness for trees
I was on an early morning walk on one of the hottest days of the year. Truly, I hate the …
What is living?
What does living mean to you? It might mean family holidays, meals out, a trip to the seaside, or simply …
Living on the edge
Like Grace, my cat, I am not built for heat. So recently, I’ve adopted a Mediterranean approach to life, being …
You can be both broken and beautiful
I visited Nymans, a Grade II Listed property and garden in West Sussex recently, and found the experience quite moving. …
‘Really?’
‘Really?’ is a question that you hope a journalist never asks you. It means that you’ve probably just said something …
Be more like Grace
Grace is my four-year-old Maine Coon cat. She loves country life, her extensive territory, hunting, sleeping, eating, though is on …
How to choose where to live
How did you choose where to live? Perhaps public transport was import, or proximity to major roads. Maybe you drew …
Moved by a familiar view
As the train slowed towards Waterloo Station I glanced out of the window and saw the Union Flag fluttering on …
Celebrating the success of others
The highlight of my year is a visit to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. I love the astonishing creativity, the …