My other half celebrates his birthday in summer so we usually take a few days off with Ricci, our...
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10 revelations about my working class childhood
I wish the whole working class thing was behind us but it isn’t. It’s now more difficult than ever...
Owning a dog fills a child-sized hole in our lives
I think only singletons, gay or childless couples and empty nesters will understand our love affair...
Cold Comfort? Escape to the Country
By Louise Kerr Have you ever dreamed of escape from London? Leaving the big smoke, the commute, the...
Teaching an old dog new tricks – how I unlocked the artist in my...
My dad was an ordinary working-class bloke who worked in factories until he retired at 58, and then...
Winter swimming: an exquisite madness
by Gill Paul When you immerse yourself in water of 2 degrees C, the trick is to breathe out. A long...