Category Archives: This Domestic Life

The Joy of Local

Posted on 30/05/2020 by twynog1

This piece is about birds, but it’s also about being confined to my locality and the new mind-set I’m trying to embrace. I wrote a long introductory piece, but some might find it a bit heavy so I’ve made it … Continue reading →

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Walking the Lanes Part 2

Posted on 14/04/2020 by twynog1

Sunday 12 April. Easter Sunday This is certainly the warmest Easter I can remember, though it’s possible that may say more about my memory than about climate change. It’s just after 8 when I set off on the familiar route … Continue reading →

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Walking the Lanes

Posted on 13/04/2020 by twynog1

For our physical and mental health at this time of crisis, we are encouraged to walk run or cycle in the areas close to where we live once a day. Although all our public rights of way are open, there … Continue reading →

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Gear Update – Nerd Alert!

Posted on 16/02/2020 by twynog1

Health Warning: Contains acronyms, jargon  and images relating to Gear Acquisition Syndrome (GAS). Do not read if easily bored! I have little trouble  finding  excuses for my GAS but at heart it’s just a love of complicated toys. Excuses include: … Continue reading →

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2019 – Some good things.

Posted on 02/01/2020 by twynog1

Yesterday I wrote this: I should have done this yesterday. Put it off for a day and you look around and find you are in a different year! Nothing much has changed though. It’s still damp; cold enough to be … Continue reading →

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