I have been really looking forward to bringing you my interview with our financial advisor. Or to use the correct terminology, Independent Financial Advisor, or IFA for short. IFAs rightly place great importance on their independent status in not being tied to a limited range of financial products and yet it is wider than that. I have already blogged about the importance of some kind of financial/life planning and here I talk to Jon Cobb, our very own IFA. Continue reading “Interview with our Financial Advisor”
Author: doug
Our latest trip to Wales
We’ve been away once again and have paid our daughter Hannah a visit in north Wales for the third time this year. With our latest trip to Wales I wonder if Rachel and I are secretly falling in love with the area. And why wouldn’t you? With stunning scenery, a beautiful coast line, interesting communities and a feeling of being a step away from the hustle and bustle, why wouldn’t anyone in our position fall for the place? Continue reading “Our latest trip to Wales”
Things I’ve learned as a parent
I’ve found myself reflecting on parenthood, just that stage in life. The things I’ve learned as a parent have taken me a little by surprise at times. As Rachel and I are both only children, we never had older or younger siblings and therefore we were slightly inexperienced at family life. Continue reading “Things I’ve learned as a parent”
Tales from the Courtroom – when I was almost knocked out
Another memorable time from the Magistrates Court actually took place in the lobby. I was almost knocked out by an angry woman who called me all kinds of things. This is how it unfolded…… Continue reading “Tales from the Courtroom – when I was almost knocked out”
The trouble with coffee
I do like nice coffee but it’s not always straight forward these days. Perhaps like life itself, it can become a little complicated and I’m just trying to keep things in perspective, although I can’t help having a rant. Continue reading “The trouble with coffee”
The Radio Times and my cracked ribs
I can’t believe I’ve done this. Must be one of the most stupid ways of causing an injury, just as if I were that young lad with a saucepan stuck on my head. Instead it is a case of The Radio Times and my cracked ribs. Continue reading “The Radio Times and my cracked ribs”
Snappy dressing in retirement
One of the first things I did when I retired last year was to discard all my work clothes. I did that with complete glee! Now I’m settling into retired life a little more, perhaps I ought to consider what to wear and some snappy dressing in retirement. Continue reading “Snappy dressing in retirement”