Weekly update – 30 May – May has finally arrived

May is absolutely my favourite month in the year.  Filled with hope, beautiful skies and a taste of things to come, it always uplifts me.  And yet this year, it’s been so cold and wet, until now.  On 30 May, I’m thinking May has finally arrived. Continue reading “Weekly update – 30 May – May has finally arrived”

Growing sprouted seeds (eating more compost sandwiches)

Spouted broccoli
Spouted broccoli

My latest healthy living move is growing sprouted seeds for their incredible nutritional benefits.  I used to do this until a few years ago.  So as I am wanting to optimise my diet, I’m ready for more compost sandwiches.  Here’s how it goes. Continue reading “Growing sprouted seeds (eating more compost sandwiches)”

Weekly update and why my consultant says “it’s bollocks!”

Quite a nice week.  Signs of returning to normal, tender times with my mother and a colourful chat with my kidney consultant.  Find out what he’s been saying on Saturday…. Continue reading “Weekly update and why my consultant says “it’s bollocks!””

Being a counting assistant – things to love and loathe

Yet again Rachel and I have been counting assistants at the blummin Council.  This time it was for the Police & Crime Commissioner election, together with a little parish election and an even smaller referendum on a local matter.  Totally tedious but we find a few things to smile at…. Continue reading “Being a counting assistant – things to love and loathe”