We have had a few debates about this over the years and every now and then, I wonder if Rachel is substituting some of our foods in a crafty, money saving manner. So which is best, the upmarket brand or own label? Continue reading “Upmarket brand or own label?”
Category: family life
His and hers shopping
Last night we went to Sainsbury’s and it was ever-so-slightly hilarious, comical and daft with a bit of his and hers shopping going on. Just as well we didn’t bump into anyone we knew! Continue reading “His and hers shopping”
The joy of a technology-free run
This morning I went for a run with Hannah and I forgot to turn Strava on. Strava, by the way, is a GPS app which tracks your mileage, route and pace. Initially disappointed, I’m now thinking it’s not a bad thing to do from time to time. This is really about the joy of a technology-free run! Continue reading “The joy of a technology-free run”
Weekly update – busy!
I like being busy. None of us know how long we have left and so I like to make sure each day counts for something (although lately I don’t always succeed). I am hoping for another 40 years but we never truly know and that’s why it’s important to do the best we can in life, making the most of the ‘here and now’. Continue reading “Weekly update – busy!”
Weekly update – changing seasons
In reflecting on life at the moment for my weekly update, there does seem to be a sense of changing seasons, in more ways than one. Continue reading “Weekly update – changing seasons”
Weekly update – with an old friend
In this weekly update there are all kinds of things I could tell you about but the highlight is a visit from my friend Dee, who has come to stay for the weekend. Continue reading “Weekly update – with an old friend”
Weekly update – never a dull moment
This has been quite a varied week with some real crime busting (yes, really), a trip to London and a little camping trip. Things don’t always go to plan everyday…. Continue reading “Weekly update – never a dull moment”