I adore the warmer months and like nothing better than to dive into and float around the swimming pool. Although I enjoy the beach, I am a always a little wary of the tides and general unpredictability of swimming in the sea.
Continue readingA TRIP TO AUSTIN
I love exploring new places in the USA, and regular readers will know of my secret desire to eventually visit all the states in the USA. Last month we headed to Austin, Texas.
Continue readingJUNE DELIGHTS
June is definitely one of my favorite months, mainly for its long warm summer days for the pool, grilling out, beaches and boating. It is also the month of my wedding anniversary, our 23rd this year, and we always take time to celebrate that.
Continue readingRAISING A GLASS
Lesley muses about about the history of glass, which has been used for centuries to store beverages, food, chemicals and cosmetics. The widespread use of glass as a storage vessel throughout history highlights the material’s resilience and functionality.
Continue readingTHE CORONATION OF KING CHARLES III
England is getting very excited about the coronation of King Charles III, which will take place on Saturday May 6th.
Continue readingBRIGHT LIGHTS BIG CITY – VISITING ATLANTA
I love living in beautiful Coastal Georgia. I am lucky enough to have my office in Richmond Hill and my home not far away in a wonderful corner of Bryan County. However, sometimes I just crave a big city for its anonymity, hustle and bustle, extensive dining and leisure options and frankly some really great shopping opportunities!
Continue readingDISCOVERING DAUFUSKIE ISLAND
I have long wanted to visit and learn more about Daufuskie Island, the southern-most inhabited island in South Carolina and sometimes known as the “island with no bridge”.
Continue readingA BRITISH VIEW OF JIMMY CARTER
A VISIT TO THE WIZARDING WORLD OF HARRY POTTER
I knew that the Harry Potter Exhibition had been touring around the USA, and when the editor of this newspaper pointed out to me that it would be closing in Georgia at the end of February, I decided to prioritize a visit to Atlanta.
Continue readingJOURNEY & TOTO AT THE ENMARKET ARENA
I am a devoted fan of 1980s rock music and find it interesting to see how much the UK and USA have in common during this musical era. I was therefore very excited when my husband surprised me at Christmas with the gift of tickets for last week’s concert – Journey and Toto on tour!
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