The end of the first week away in St Ives is almost at an end and the sun, sea and surf has been great. Seven nights away and only two of those (as forecasted) with rain. All prepared and that aside, still donned the wetsuit six of the days as planned to bodyboard and surf. … Continue reading →

Day 6 in St Ives and it has been a bit wet. It all started late in the evening and the patter of rain on the tent continued through the night, at times quite heavy. However, the second surfing lesson of the week was due at 10:30 so we put on the wetsuits and got … Continue reading →

It is the first week of the holiday and great to be back in St Ives. The weather (to now) has been perfect and we’ve had four days on the beech, 3 bodyboarding and today surfing. It always inspires thoughts of selling up and travelling about (or at least getting the much sought after camper … Continue reading →

They say that money makes the world go round. Funny however that you have people in roles that don’t really understand what the money is for – do you? Many years ago it was salt and spices and precious gems, haggled over for things that were needed, not stored for a rainy day that happens … Continue reading →

It’s always good to know what you do and why you do it. Travelling nearly 200 miles to refresh, debate and develop yourself can be great and today it was. There are times when we question ourselves and whether our understanding is right. It is great to know I do know what I’m doing and … Continue reading →

Loving the view through the doors, watching Dan playing with grandad, Aunt Ecky and generally, the openness and love across generations. A 7 year old lad having a battle, full of love with against the Aunt; the grandad smiling and laughing, grabbing and tickling as he passes – proper family love and laughter. I hope … Continue reading →

As we help our children put out the carrots, cake and drink, spare a thought for those in the world not so fortunate to be celebrating as we can do. Christmas cheer for some is impossible, maybe because Mum, Dad, brother, sister or child have recently left this world; maybe even not so recently. There … Continue reading →