Last time I left you we were moored up just outside of Norton Junction and our lights had gone out mysteriously. We turned off the fuses and turned them back on and still no dice. Just pitch blackness in the middle of nowhere. I joined Alan in the engine “room” and also had no idea.Continue reading “Day two of our boating adventure”
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We Bought a Boat
A narrowboat to be more exact. Her name is Adam’s Apple but we just call her Apple and will likely change her name soon. She is 65 ft long and we bought her at Braunston Marina. After months of waiting and surveys and repairs we were finally able to set off for Milton Keynes thisContinue reading “We Bought a Boat”
Diet Changes
So I am no longer plant-based. I decided that trying to restrict my diet in that way was stressful to me. In addition to that I can honestly say that being plant-based did not improve my health or make me feel better in the long run. I know this will disappoint many of my readers.Continue reading “Diet Changes”
I am on a Break
I thought I might do a series on the various things I am doing for my mental health as I have been struggling for a while. Nothing serious….just been in a funk for the last 6 months. With university work and family always around everything got a bit on top of me. Add in aContinue reading “I am on a Break”
My COVID Vaccine Experience
On the 17th of March, at about 3pm, I had my first COVID vaccination. For me it was Astra Zeneca. I thought for those on the fence and just so people can be prepared I would share my experience. I stood in my line, 2 metres apart like always, and checked in with my centre.Continue reading “My COVID Vaccine Experience”
My Sustainability Debt Snowball
I was listening to a talk with the author of a book called The Sustainable(ish) Living Guide, Jen Gale. I found this video at the right time. When I was in the right mindset. This post is about my take on what she said and how I am implementing my next imperfect sustainable step. IfContinue reading “My Sustainability Debt Snowball”
Squeaky Bean
Love the name of this product! Let’s start out with…I am not affiliated with this product or any other at this time. I just tried it and thought I would let others know about it. Now if someone wanted to send me free vegan foods to review HONESTLY I would not stop them. I amContinue reading “Squeaky Bean”
Pandemic diaries….day 5299
I woke to darkness which was glorious only to be plunged into the light. The day had begun! I read about the fall of America while my tea went cold before dragging myself downstairs to reheat my tea and have breakfast. I would have a filling breakfast sandwich to get me through my morning ofContinue reading “Pandemic diaries….day 5299”
Mushroom Filling
I know this isn’t the most delicious sounding title but I was at a bit of a lose to describe this recipe. I have used it to fill a pot pie as well as mixing it with pasta. It is versatile and moreish. As I am planning to use it as a topping on aContinue reading “Mushroom Filling”
New Year….Old Me
I see the old adage of new year…new me and just laugh. A changing of calendars makes no difference to the essence of me. Shall I lose 50 lbs this year…probably not. Shall I try to diet this year….almost certainly! Shall I become super efficient and get all my work done….certainly not! So New Year….OldContinue reading “New Year….Old Me”
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