Category Archives: thoughts

I’m sure you’ve probably heard me blab about internet. When we moved into our new house, the internet connection became a high priority. My research found the fastest, which was not at all the cheapest. I was striving for something … Continue reading →

We have just driven 30 miles to see a Smeg fridge. I was trying to convince Kate that we *need* one. Well, thanks to an honest salesperson we came away with a fridge but not a smeg. It is a … Continue reading →

As pointed out to me by Dave, the judges now agree. Melbourne is the most liveable city http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-pacific-14716442

Two questions. 1- what solvent will remove radiator paint 2- who paints a radiator pink!!?? we initially thought it was white. It was after all in a room painted purple. But no, it wasn’t reflecting the colour of the room… … Continue reading →

Now the cleaning begins. Why is it when you rent a house you have to leave it spotless but when you sell a house you don’t even clean the floor?? Edit: The upstairs was quite clean. We think that maybe … Continue reading →

Step 1 to owning a house. Get the keys. Tonight we’ll get to see the house. Photos to come!

Tomorrow is judgement day. Or settlement – whichever you think is a more appropriate name. We hope all goes smoothly, but this system didn’t evolve easily! Many people have experienced the joys. Of what am i talking? houses. In particular … Continue reading →

Now to settle. Hopefully soon… The British real estate system is definitely *interesting*. I share the pain of anyone who has ever bought or sold a house in England. I hear things are better in Scotland.

There are so many things to do in London. Today we wandred past this memorial. Guess to whom it was dedicated…

We all know food is important – especially to me! This was a while ago I know, but here is my birthday meal in photos. The main was crispy duck breast with pear and green peppercorn sauce served with green … Continue reading →