Are you a toothbrush traveller?

Are you a toothbrush traveller?

Are you planning to travel by air this year? If so, do take extra care when booking your flight – and packing your bag! I’m totally confused by new surcharges being added by operators Ryanair which is currently advertising 1 million flights at a fiver for...
The loss of a beloved son

The loss of a beloved son

I am deeply saddened to learn of the sudden death of six year old Ivan Cameron and send my sincere sympathies to his devoted parents, Conservative leader David and his wife Samantha. The young boy, who had cerebral palsy and epilepsy, became ill overnight and was...
Celebrating brains

Celebrating brains

I think Gail Trimble is tremendous, not just for her brains, but for her modesty, warmth and humour too. And she is good looking. I can see no reason why in this day and age, her intelligence should become a sexist issue, and that men might find it off putting. The...
Feeling sorry for James today

Feeling sorry for James today

James has been given an after school detention for playing snowballs at school. Admittedly, he had been asked not to, and 10 minutes later was found still doing so. I was informed about this in a letter which James brought home from school just before half-term break...
Are ramblers and farmers friend or foe?

Are ramblers and farmers friend or foe?

I experienced my first difficulty today as a rambler. Thirty of us were enjoying the great weather and scenery around Wimpole and following our leader through a woodland path. Suddenly, we were confronted by a man with a large dog who told us we were not on an...