Tag: family
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March 2026
March was eventful with a new window installed, enjoyable volunteering at Arlington Court, car shopping, and a memorable trip on the Flying Scotsman with family. Spring brings hope for completion of home repairs.
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February 2026
In February, the author reflects on winter maintenance challenges, particularly renovating old sash windows, which reveal the unexpected responsibilities of homeownership. Amidst these tasks, they also volunteer at Arlington Court, gaining a sense of purpose. The month concludes with personal technological improvements and anticipation for upcoming events.
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December 2025
In 2025, the author reflects on an unexpectedly eventful year filled with travel, cultural experiences, and family milestones, including their daughter’s wedding. They successfully opposed a local council plan, engaged with their community through a WhatsApp group, and volunteered with the National Trust. The year concludes with anticipation for 2026.
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November 2025
After an abundant October, November was a bit fallow. I did find out the arthritis in my right foot is a bit more extensive then first thought along with something called Freiberg’s disease which is in all likelihood another gift from when I broke my foot during COVID and nobody wanted to do their jobs!…
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September 2025
I like September! I liked it as a child because it was the start of a new school year and so new things. Not that I was very academic but you could catch up with people you hadn’t seen over the summer and it was always a bit thrilling being the next year up. I…
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June 2025
The big story of June was the marriage of my daughter Victoria to Nathan. No Church because obviously there is no god. No up and down like a whores drawers mouthing hymns nobody knows the words too. No endless guest list of people the bride and groom don’t know. No big country house/hotel for a…
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