Tag Archives: laughter

Sharing a Smile

“I love you.” Strong arms hold me in a fierce and joyful embrace. Eyes shine down, brimming with laughter. The handsome, bearded face smiles into mine. “Will you marry me?” No, I’m not dreaming.  Though it may count as the … Continue reading

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Another from the archives…

Barefoot in the snow Have you ever walked along the water’s edge in wet sand, leaving behind a transient trail of footprints that will be washed away by the sea? The image is an evocative one, though a little trite perhaps. … Continue reading

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An hour with the small dog…

You’ve tidied round before you leave, on the general principle that you will come back to vaguely tidy and just have to actually do the housework. But there’s a catch, and it’s called Ani. You walk back into the living … Continue reading

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Cake crumbs

I have always baked, ever since I was a little girl helping in the kitchen. I was taught early about such arcane practices as rubbing in, folding and kneading and how to keep my pastry cool and my dough warm. … Continue reading

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