2012 in 2012 – March Update
A quarter of the way through the year (yes, already!) and the 2012 in 2012 challenge I set myself seems to be going ok. March started well because I was in the middle of a skiing holiday, and thanks to … Continued
Brasher Travel Lite Socks
I am learning at the moment that it is not only important to give your feet good quality shoes, trainers or boots, but that it is also important to give them good quality and suitable socks too. “Proper” walking, running, … Continued
2012 in 2012 – February Update
As suspected and reported in my January Update, February has been a much harder month for my 2012km in 2012 challenge. We started February with snow. I love the snow – it was gorgeous – but it did not help … Continued
2012 in 2012
Earlier this week I wrote about how I was finding the idea of training for the MoonWalk quite daunting. I was worried about how I was going to get into a routine, how I was going to find time to … Continued
Recipes and Knives from a Travelling Chef
The back of this book starts: “Some women collect shoes, Allegra collects knives”. This coffee table recipe book follows Allegra McEvedy around the world as she travels, trying out different foods and dishes. “Allegra tells the stories of her travels … Continued
Brugo Mug – Tip and Sip
Find Me A Gift sent me a cool mug to try out. The Brugo Mug is one of those insulated travel mugs you might fill with coffee before you leave and drink on your journey. But apparently it’s more than … Continued
Year in Photos (6 Apr 11)
I got the train home from work today. It was nice in the sunshine to have a relaxing trip home (I love watching the Lincolnshire countryside go by on a day like today)… but why do they only put a … Continued
Summer Competition – Prize 3
Today I am giving away something that perfect for short summer breaks away… Dove Weekend Essentials Set The set includes travel size deodorant, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and a shower puff, all in a little clear toilet bag – ideal … Continued
Icelandic Volcano
I’m not sure that on Thursday many of us expected to still be talking about the volcano in Iceland this evening. The event has totally captured me. I am fascinated by the way the ash has travelled so far, how … Continued