This was a happy memory from school, my English classes were one of my favourites. And we were assigned so many books ranging from fictional stories to dramas and plays.
The one I’ve chosen is Children of Men by P.D. James. It’s a fabulous book that just draws you right in! The story line is immense, and after we were shown the movie and the whole thing just struck a chord with me and I then went on to write an essay about the story!
December Book Challenge Day 7 being a book from my favourite genre!
This obviously had to be a biography! I’ve written before about this being my favourite genre. I love getting to know people, hearing their stories and knowing about their lives!
I’ve picked The sound of laughter written by Peter Kay.
I actually picked this book up on a book swap on holiday in Cuba when I was 10. I read that book three times over that summer and laughed hysterically each time. He’s definitely one of the countries favourite comedians for a reason and how I’d adore to see him live! Maybe one day!
The December Book Challenge Day 6 being a book I couldn’t finish!
I’ve picked, The Winters, written by Lisa Gabrielle.
I got this book on a deal from Waterstones. It for some reason caught my eye, even though it’s a type I wouldn’t normally go for. And unfortunately for that reason, I just couldn’t get into it and couldn’t finish it. Its still a good book, but unless I can get drawn into it, I won’t finish it. Which hasn’t happened much though so it’s only one of a handful that I couldn’t get into!
There was so many that I had to pick from here but I decided to go with the Fairy Magic books. I believe there were around a hundred books in the collection but they’re so well done for a kids collection and I just love how magical and happy they were. I could read them now again too!
I had the petal fairies collection and I read them every single night when I was probably around seven or eight, pretending to be asleep whenever my mum or dad popped their head in.
A book with a colour in the title. My pick for this is also a book I first read in High School that really caught my attention.
It’s called Small Blue Thing, written by S. C. Ransom. It’s the first in a trilogy of three books and again I believe it’s aimed at teenagers but I found it really drew me in. It really painted a picture that you could see throughout.
A girl in London finding a gorgeous blue bangle in the Thames that would literally change her life. It takes twists and turns and I’ve read the books so many times over.
I’ll definitely be on the hunt for my book when I visit my parents house again so I can have another read. I only own the first but I think I’ll have to buy the other two to reminisce a little bit about my reads from High School.
So Day two of the book challenge is a book that I’ve read multiple times – The Bunker Diary by Kevin Brooks.
Now this is a book I first read in High School. I’m not sure why, but there’s something I love about this book I love. It’s a pretty dark storyline and probably written for teenagers but I think there’s little things in the book that just really grab your attention.
I also think there’s a bit of a dealing with depression within the storyline and how people from different walks of life deal with it within the same circumstance. But also it was my first realisation of being watched by ‘big brother.’
It’s not a hard or long read but I’d definitely recommend a wee read.
Ive decided to get back into the grove of posting and try doing this December book challenge!
So a book by my favourite author, and hear me out here – Jeremy Clarkson.
Yes he is a bit of an oaf but I do get a proper laugh reading his articles and books, like cry laughter. I have some respect for Jeremy with his farming venture, and I’ve watched him from his Top Gear days since I was little.
He writes articles for the times on a weekly basis, and his books are generally compilations of these.
I genuinely think he has a way with words and I can just hear everything he writes in his voice and I’ll happily finish a book in an evening!
Hello, sorry I’ve been quiet recently. I have ideas for posts but honestly just sometimes don’t know where to start. The other thing Im struggling with is photos to go along with content and being on Instagram now is making me feel a bit useless when it comes to content in general.
I’ll get back to it, just taking some time to find my feet a little.
But I thought I’d do a little catch up here. I’m feeling quite content with life just now. Nothing major but the little things make me happy.
Little things like seeing a double rainbow at work the other day. The weather has been so cold but it’s been pretty dry so it’s been lovely to throw on another layer and crack on.
The RNLI part of my life is a wee bit quiet just now but come January that’s going to get pretty busy with the arrival on a brand new Shannon Class ALB to replace our trusty old Trent Class which will be turning 30 next year. It’s been nice doing odds and end around the station too and we even had some local school kids come and paint a mural at our local harbour to commemorate the boats and the local landscapes and it’s just brightened the place up so much! I’ll do a post sometime about lifeboating too.
Work is crazy just now and means I never really know what day it is! I passed my final exam last month which I kept quiet, but I’m over the moon to be able to say I’m now a qualified Electrician! I’m thinking about continuing with University but I’ll see where I’m at next year and see if I can handle the extra workload!
I haven’t done anything else in the garden since my last post. My plan is to still to grab some pallets and make a few raised beds so I can expand my little growing area. Once the frost has passed I’m going to try a little picking flower area beside the drive way too!
I’m trying to make sure I’m picking up on all the smalls things in life too. Like the fact I can take my doggy for a lovely wintery walk, watching all the little flowers still popping up or making the most of the weather.
I’ll start by saying that word took me four attempts to spell.
But this is something I want to do more of. Say yes more.
I’m very much an introvert. I really struggle with socialising, especially small talk. I don’t really drink anymore, I don’t enjoy going out.
But I want to see places, meet people, explore new places. That’s what Im going to start saying yes to.
The first spontaneous trip I think i went on was to Scone Palace in Perth, Scotland. I was already away for a few days with my friend and we had a day to ourselves so I did some Google mapping about what was in the area. We thought it might be boring as its not something either of us would normally chose to do but Im so glad we did it!
We just drove up and I parked. We went into the shop to find a little map and we just walked! First we came across the maze which we ended up running round with some kids! When you came out you were met by such an elegant fountain before heading down the path towards an old cemetery.
There’s something a little humbling about looking round old headstones.
We followed this by a walk around the walled gardens. There’s a little cottage in the middle where I believe the gardener stays and this was a beautiful area!
Following on we came across the kids play area and we just had to a have a wee go! This is just beside Perth racecourse.
We eventually found our way back to the palace and sat with a little coffee and cake.
The day wasn’t anything exciting but it felt lovely to just have a wander, have a laugh and explore somewhere I didn’t know existed (which i definitely should have, having spent a lot of time in Perthshire growing up).
This trip was a realisation that if I find somewhere that looks cool, just go. Even it’s just a quick trip. There’s absolutely no harm in trying new things and exploring new places.
I can’t wait to see what I’ll come across!
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