I lived and worked in Cambridge for about 10 months before moving to London. It took a while to get used to the city’s busy, loud, gritty nature. I fell in love with London on a sunny Saturday. I’d set off for Tate Modern and got lost. When I finally found the gallery...
Temperatures are set to rise to over 30 degrees, and this island state is feeling more like a tropical destination. If you are not going to another sunny clime this summer, you should know that Notting Hill Carnival is on! As the UK’s Carnival season approaches,...
Although we are regulars at Richmond Park, we don’t always go to Isabella Plantations. Mostly, we go to see the deer and walk for exercise. However, last year we visited Isabella Plantation in the spring. Unfortunately, it was too early to catch the riot of colourful...
February is seen as a dreary month in the UK. We are all recovering from the big spend at Christmas. It’s rainy and grey. However, if we look beyond the usual, there is so much going on. Be curious about other cultures and share in their joyful celebrations. February...
I never make new resolutions on New Year’s Eve or New Year’s Day. I take at least two weeks to decide on my focus for the year. Chinese New Year falls on 17th February, in 2026. It will be the Year of the Horse, with the element of fire. If, like me, you...
