Around the same time that we started planning our roadtrip, my in-laws decided to go abroad for the first time in 7 years, having regularly been holidaying in Scotland. They settled on Riva Del Garda, a beautiful town on the very northern tip of Lake Garda in northern Italy. As it so happened, that was … More Alpine Roadtrip part #2 – Family Reunion in Riva
A lot has happened since my last blog post. We’ve both learnt a lot more*, there have been trials, errors, laughter, and quite a few tears (on my part, not Simon’s). But we’re now on the home straight and finally able to convert our once-building site into a liveable and lovely home. In the last three … More Home Sweet Home… Nearly
The relationship between siblings cannot be replaced by any other connection – there’s something about sharing childhood and DNA that makes it stronger than anything I’ve come across. It survives through all phases of life from irritating toddler, to needy pre-teen, to angsty teenager, to adulthood. It develops into something special and deep, that no … More Long Distance Sisters
Before I read Regions of the Heart, I’d never heard of Alison Hargreaves. To be honest I can’t even remember where I first saw the title of the book, or what prompted me to buy it. But I am so glad I now know about this remarkable, intense woman who pioneered women’s mountaineering quietly and … More Book review: Regions of the Heart
I’ve never really related with male lead-characters before. Possibly unsurprisingly – I’m a 22 year old woman. But Douglas Petersen, a 50-something scientist, felt remarkably close to home in David Nicholls’ Us. A devastating story of loss, hope, love, frustration, and family, Us tackles a number of my biggest fears through several of my favourite … More Book review: Us
I’ll admit it straight away – I was, and always will be, a Daddy’s girl. When I was little, I had him wrapped around my little finger; when Mum said no sweets, I’d turn my hazel eyes and dimpled face to Dad, and wait for that inevitable “oh alright then”. My first word was “Dad”, … More A Tribute To My Mother
It’s finally that time of year. The dreariness of November has passed, and we now have extra days off work, an excuse to eat ridiculous amounts of food, and an acceptable time to wear gaudy knitwear. Yes, to state the obvious, it is December and time to get Christmassy. This is an odd season for … More New Festivities
As everyone knows (unless you live under a rock), we’re heading in to the festive season. Everything is bedecked in red, green and gold, newly released songs are adorned with the sound of bells, and there’s a definite tension as the final week of university, school, or work (if you’re lucky) begins with a crisp, … More -Insert Generic Christmas Title Here-
Tiffany Chevis 