Yes, you read it right! Even a blind person can make wonderful things in this forgiving metal (if you have the guidance and support of a Master Craftsperson like Fleur to help www.fleurgrenier.co.uk). I can’t share the photos as yesterday…
A recommended read. Rural life in California after the war amidst a motley selection of travellers thrown together and tackling a disaster. Lots of emotional undertones, conflict and passion but no naughty bits! Fabulous writing that is quick and to-the-point. …
They’re asking for our ideas: Here’s a starter-for-10: stop being process driven but bring back management that drives forward positive health outcomes for patients. I worry about a drive towards digital in the NHS until they’ve got their humanity…
A kitchen marathon last week to fill the freezer for ages to come, all thanks to the indomitable help of Karen and the great ingredients from Dave the Butcher’s of Highlands Road. Together over a few hours we created two…
The whole idea of “assisted dying” relies on equal choice but that’s nowhere near the truth for many of us. By the very legal definition, everyone directly concerned will be a disabled person (<6 months to live with a (terminal)…
Not long ago, I wrote about being beaten by two spring onions. After falling down the stairs and fracturing yet another vertebra, it was just too painful to stand in the kitchen and chop them. Good news, just over 12…
Myth-busting was my theme as guest speaker at the national Talking News Federation annual conference in Coventry at the weekend. You may have heard Peter White on Radio 4: he’s the President. There are about 300 independent local charitable…
Get Pension Credits to unlock your way to the fuel allowance. If the prospect of answering over 200 questions on the Pension Credit form is going to be difficult, don’t despair. Here’s the phone number to get help: 0800 99…
Put your hard-earned cash to good use by spending in local independent shops. Every little bit helps those determined entrepreneurs rather than lining the pockets of the big boys (and girls) in charge of the massive multi-store conglomerations. I’ve been…
It was a joy to share kitchen tips with a group of fellow visually impaired people last week. Members of the Portsmouth Macular Degeneration Group visited us to learn more about good nutrition that doesn’t break the bank and is…
