Easter Is Over, Reality Has Reopened
Disclaimer This blog contains family life, holiday enthusiasm, mild meteorological betrayal, and the sort of overconfident packing decisions that make perfect sense until footwear meets Cornish seawater. The…
Tag: travel
End of 2025: Christmas, Contagion & Santa’s Travel Logistics
Disclaimer This blog entry may contain mild illness, questionable pedestrian crossings, excessive board games, Romanian food served by volume rather than portion, and two nurses doing a consistently…
The Bath U9 Tennis Expedition
Disclaimer No children were emotionally harmed beyond the usual tournament-related character building. Opinions expressed are mine. The LTA does not endorse tears, McFlurries as coping mechanisms, or parents…
Rusty Rackets and County Trials
Disclaimer: This blog reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not affiliated with, nor endorsed by, Somerset LTA, Taunton Tennis Centre, or any official organisation. All names mentioned…
Romania 2025 – Castles, Clay Courts & Car Park Bargains (Part One)
Disclaimer As always, this blog reflects my own experiences, half-baked humour, and occasionally questionable travel decisions. It does not represent the views of my employer, the NHS, or…
Pseudocyst on Tour: Romania Awaits
Disclaimer: This blog entry contains references to NHS work, family life, and my inability to speak Romanian beyond “mulțumesc” and “ciorbă de burtă.” Any resemblance to peace and…
Sheep Chasing, Signpost Misreading & The Devil’s Bridge – Our Rain-Soaked Lake District Family Getaway
Disclaimer: Contains scenes of misread signposts, soggy socks, and unexpectedly long hikes. No sheep were harmed in the making of this blog post. May Half Term Madness –…
A Well-Earned Easter Break: A Moment to Recharge for Our Busy Family
After weeks of juggling full-time work at the NHS, the school run, and endless responsibilities, our family is finally enjoying a much-needed Easter break. It’s a time for…
Setting the scene – home
Married to a fellow nurse (yes, of course we met at work – where else really) and we have a 6 year old son. I was married before…