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Mr. X
Today was the day. When the call of nature comes, there’s no stopping it; and I’m not just taking about the need to pee. Sarah went into full labour on Sunday morning. Aided by me, our doula (Jacky) and our … Continue reading
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Odds And Sods
Lots has been done. Lots is getting done. Work on the garden steadily continues. Our electrician removed lots of old underground cabling from the garden yesterday, clearing the way for new cables to go in. We still have to pick … Continue reading
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Maart Roert Zijn Staart
We’ve just emerged from the coldest Easter in 40 years in this country. And, whilst Easter may have ended, the chilly weather certainly hasn’t. Today alone, we’ve had snow, sleet and hail. The gardeners continued their work, regardless. It’s basically … Continue reading
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Goodbye, Penguins
Last Christmas, Eloïse was given a children’s book with a difference by her Uncle Jack. The book in question was Goodbye, Penguins by Greg Stones. Round at Jack’s house one afternoon, he had the great idea of filming Eloïse’s spirited … Continue reading
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Fat Bastard
I’m a fat bastard. There’s just no denying it. Why would I even bother to try? I lost a fair bit of weight after leaving the USA, but I’ve put it all back on again. No longer can I blame … Continue reading
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