Trees play a major role in combating climate change by removing carbon emissions from the air around us. It’s time for me to plant a tree.
IN PRAISE OF TREES
LEST WE FORGET
On Remembrance Day 2021, I remember and honour those members of my family who fought to defend us in World Wars I & II and other conflicts. Let us never forget them.
WORDS TO AVOID IN POLITE CONVERSATION
Words and phrases that can trip you up when you travel to a country where you think they understand English!
FAREWELL TO CAPTAIN STUBING
With the recent passing of the world’s most famous cruise ship captain, it’s time to reminisce about The Love Boat and find out what’s happened to the ship and the rest of […]
THE JOY OF GRANDKIDS
Now that I have two cute little grandchildren, I have an extra dimension in my life.
THE LAST HEROES
My annual tribute to those who have served in conflict.
A DAY OF INFAMY
On December 7, 1941, 78 years ago today, the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service launched a pre-emptive strike against the US naval base at Pearl Harbour, which President Franklin D. Roosevelt named […]
AT THE GOING DOWN OF THE SUN
Leaving a touching memorial service at the Royal Hospital, home to the renowned Chelsea Pensioners in London, and as the sun was setting, I came across a life-size silhouette of a silent […]
A CHILD’S CHRISTMAS IN WALES
Has is snowed at your house? Will you have a wonderful white Christmas? Christmas is a time to build happy memories. I remember, as a child, hearing the rich voice of Richard Burton […]
THEY SHALL GROW NOT OLD
World War I ended 100 years ago today and we are right to commemorate this centenary with solemn ceremonies.
Gentlemans Portion 
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