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Roddy the Rude Bear
Once upon a time, there was a little bear named Roddy, who had a rude and ill-mannered way of behaving. Roddy never said "please" or...
Feb 26, 20244 min read


Tilda's Tea Party
Tilda, the Table Manners Bear, lived in a small, pretty village. Not only was she known for her excellent table manners, but also for...
Feb 26, 20249 min read


You are What you Eat
Walk past any magazine rack and there’ll be a plethora of dietary fads to choose from. Every season, almost every month – there’s a new,...
Nov 10, 20234 min read


Recipe for Life
If anyone had told me when I was 19 that I would be working, travelling the world and still singing in a band in my 70s, I wouldn’t have...
Oct 30, 20232 min read


The Power of Confidence
Regardless of age, all women, especially those over fifty, should embrace the essence of confidence. Although the journey to gain such...
Oct 26, 20233 min read


Exploring the Fascinating History of Stowe School
As a passionate history enthusiast, I recently had the opportunity to visit Stowe School, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary this...
Jul 4, 20233 min read


My Exciting Adventure to Le Mans
Welcome to my diary entry recounting my thrilling annual trip to the renowned Le Mans for the highly anticipated 24 Hour race. Join me as...
Jun 30, 20232 min read


A Memorable Menorca Getaway: Socialising, Cricket, and Flying Etiquette
In the past month, I had the incredible fortune of enjoying a delightful holiday in Menorca. While the weather didn't quite live up to...
Jun 6, 20232 min read


Cherished Moments: A Wedding Getaway at Ardington House and The Bear Hotel
We had the pleasure of attending a beautiful wedding at Ardington House in Wantage. To complete our experience, we stayed at The Bear...
Jun 2, 20232 min read


Welcome to Diana's Diary
Having done some blogs for The English Manner, I thought I should be doing something on my own website! So here is the first of my Diary...
May 3, 20232 min read
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