Ever since I've moved to England I've learnt a lot of interesting (and weird) things. The people here think Australia is weird, but the UK has lots of weird things for an Aussie like me, and the latest one is a "Slow Worm". Some of you will know that I do scything in my garden to cut the grass. Ok, I know you think that's weird but it's good exercise, interesting and a very … [Read more...] about A Slow Worm! A What?
Don’t ever use Chronopost
Don't ever use Chronopost Chronopost is a French courier and mail company (part of the DPD Group) and I've had two terrible situations with them. This is just a warning for anyone searching for information on Chronopost - don't ever use them! The first problem A couple of years ago, when I was living in France, I had to send an urgent document to my daughter in Brisbane. … [Read more...] about Don’t ever use Chronopost
Chelsea Flower Show 2015
On Tuesday last, I went to the Chelsea Flower Show in London for the first time. The UK and particularly London is all so new to me. I've seen almost nothing of London, and England in general, and there's so much to see. I'm very glad to have had the opportunity to go to the Chelsea Flower Show. It was a wonderful day with so much of Nature's beauty on display. Here are … [Read more...] about Chelsea Flower Show 2015
Bluebell Woods
Bluebell Woods Finding these nice Bluebell's was a surprise today. As part of exploring around my new home in the UK, I'm in the habit of just taking paths and seeing where they lead. Today I received the treat of finding these lovely Bluebell fields in the woods nearby. It was delightful to wander amongst them in peace and serenity. Very grounding and meditative. I ended … [Read more...] about Bluebell Woods
How Long is a Long Walk?
Today I ventured on a longer walk, and it ended up being longer than I'd thought. I was away from home for 2 hours and 40 minutes. What a walk! I went through the forest, down the North Downs, close to the M25, back up the North Downs and then through the forests and farms back to home. The largest walk I'd done recently was about 1 hour and 15 minutes, so this was a big step … [Read more...] about How Long is a Long Walk?