Hello, Warmer months are on their way, and for today's post we asked our friend Josh, a violist, if he'd create a classical playlist that we might enjoy over the summer. Here's what he sent us! Sam and Claire A classical playlist for summer Hello everyone! I've put together 20 tracks of classical pieces…
Hello, Those who've read our blog for a while will know that we first pubished it on International Day of Happiness, which aims to make people around the world realise the importance of happiness in life. One country which takes this very seriously is Bhutan, where the goal of "Gross National Happiness" was adopted in…
Hello, Today we begin with a story. Once upon a time, a power company in the north-west of America had a problem. Severe winter weather would cause ice to build up on power lines, and potentially bring them down. The power company would have to send linesmen through the snow, to climb up the…
Hello, Finding a hobby you love can be a real happiness boost and an enjoyable part of living life well. For many of us, learning a language offers a fun and fulfilling hobby that you can start at any age. Whatever your motivation, be it a family connection, simply interest in a particular country or…
Hello, Today we say goodbye to March, but as the calendar turns we thought we'd spare you tomorrow’s traditional April pranks, and share a rather more appealing kind of Fool! Thanks to our friend Ginny for this delicious recipe for Raspberry Fool. It’s both sweet and slightly tart, and since it’s made with frozen…
Hello, Today we're celebrating our blog's sixth birthday, and we'd like to share a virtual slice of birthday cake with you, from those who have been with us from the beginning to new friends of the blog. Thank you all for joining us here, we really appreciate your support. Those who have read…
Hello, It’s been quite the winter here, what with a blizzard, an arctic blast, and this week, an ice storm – and endless days of grey in between. Then, suddenly, there is an occasional glimmer, or even an hour or two, of sunlight. As it turns from pale to golden, it is wonderfully uplifting:…