How to outrun and outfool a basset

How to outrun and outfool a basset

It is a common misconception that owning bassets means you’ll be fit from all the walking.  Our bassets are the most sedentary animals you’ll meet.  Unless there is a strong scent of something worth hunting down or a cyclist that should be chased to...
All change

All change

Lately my mind has been working at dial-up speeds.  The result of too many large scale changes happening at once.  I’ve hardly started the transition to new ways and all the time I feel exhausted by the challenges ahead. Our trusty computer that has been...
Culinary bombshell

Culinary bombshell

It’s hard enough to get a bombshell dropped on the health of your nearest and dearest but a double whammy to know that the finger of blame is pointing at you. Pies, pastries, cakes and other cream laden goodies are the devil’s food and no doubt a weekend...
Winter colour

Winter colour

I almost fell out of the door from the overheating conference room after a rather energetic effort to release us all into the wonderful sunshine. After dusting myself off I was excited to see the wonderful boathouse lined up along the harbour.  The blues of the doors...
June Bassets

June Bassets

Having a tin roof on your house is a serious disadvantage when you live nestled in a valley and a rain cloud seems to have lodged itself bringing a constant downpour. Together with a rain collection down pipe just outside your bedroom window it makes for ...