Author Archives: John Sanders

3rd May, 2015 The quality of mercy is not strained; It droppeth as the gentle rain from heaven Upon the place beneath. It is twice blessed – It blesseth him that gives, and him that takes. Woke to light, refreshing … Continue reading →

26th April, 2015 Up at 6.00 am and out on the M25 by 7.00 am. en route to Yorkshire. It is rather a struggle for Pauline because of her ongoing operation wounds but she’s managing. We have a structured five … Continue reading →

19th April, 2015 Pleasant, sunny day but with a little chilly edge on the breeze. After a hard hour in the gym, I worked out that I’ve done 6 hours work in the past 8 days and used 3600 calories … Continue reading →

12th April, 2015 Καλή Ανάσταση, Χρόνια Πολλά και Καλό Πάσχα! to our Greek friends. Hope you’ve had a great day. It has been wonderful here – warm and sunny. We’ve been sitting outside for large chunks of it – when … Continue reading →

5th April, 2015 Pleasant sunny day. Spent it reading the papers and watching football. Pauline was struggling to cope. She needs to take everything rather more slowly than she likes. Ruth phoned, which was nice. She is 68 this May … Continue reading →

29th March, 2015 Summer time and the living is easy. Actually, it has never been easier. Perhaps it’s too easy. Pauline is looking a bit better this morning although her body is battered and bruised. She has been given green … Continue reading →

22nd March, 2015 As a student of politics, I am currently in my element. Britain is entering General Election phase. Political discussion and debate is everywhere. This looks like being one of the most unusual of my lifetime. Almost certainly, … Continue reading →

 15th March, 2015 Quite a grey and cold day for Mothers’ Day. It doesn’t seem to be deterring birds who are singing from early to late each day and are busily foraging for nest building materials all around us. Pauline & … Continue reading →

 8th March, 2015 Supposed to be warmer than the Mediterranean today. It’s certainly sunny but there is a distinct chill in the air and we’ve only reached 14C/57F. Sunday is ‘papers day’ but we also found time for an hour … Continue reading →

1st March, 2015 Happy March! and Happy St David’s Day. Our daffodils – £1.00/€1.38 per bunch – are basking in the Spring sunshine. We have had Revithia (Ρεβύθια) or chick pea soup for our meal in honour of our Sifnos … Continue reading →