When I look back to my childhood, among my happiest and strongest memories are time on the beach. Most importantly, in the sea. Long after everyone else had got out and headed home, hungry for their fish and chip dinners, I’d still be there. Every time. Playing. Jumping waves. The […]
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After dark
As I stood outside last night, with eldest teen, watching the bats swoop over our heads, before they headed off to the local fishing lake to feed, I couldn’t help thinking about how often I’ve done this very thing with all the family. (The standing outside part, I […]
Read more“You shall not pass” – Gandalf costume
I know, I know, I’ve already shared the photos on this one, but I just can’t resist a few more. It needs its very own post, with the added bonus of how I made it too. So forgive me. Here is the Gandalf costume again. For just one more time. […]
Read moreInto the Dragon’s Lair
I’ll admit to being a dragon fan. One of my favourite things to craft. I can’t resist a dragon legend. The fact that these legends seem to pop up in all corners of the world, is fascinating in its own right. So when we heard of a legend, practically on […]
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