Punting in Oxford

When you think of Oxford, I’m sure you imagine a sleep, idyllic, peaceful place, full of romanticism and students learning. It exists, but I didn’t get to see very much of it when I was growing up. Growing up, Oxford was a city much like any other to me. Shopping centers, cinemas, busy busy people….

Geocaching is a lot of fun.

    On Saturday Hugh decided to take me geocaching for the first time ever. I have to admit the idea sounded a bit boring, but I persevered because I’m such a trooper. Most of the day was spent walking around in the countryside looking at nature and it was awesome. It is rare that…

Heatwave!

Today was really really hot, like 31 Celsius, which just never really happens here. Hugh and I walked around and hung in the park. It was a lot of fun, especially as I got to eat the most delicious sub ever. Honey Oat bread is just amazing, everyone should just have that as default. I…

Bank Holiday Funday.

Bank Holiday Monday was a lot of fun, we sat in the park and tried to be mushy and cute, but it was really windy and that kind of put a pin the romance. It was nice though, sitting outside on the mat, enjoying what little nature the city has to offer. But it was…

My first visit to Newcastle.

I went to stay with my cousin and her family during Easter. We had planned to do more sightseeing, but it was so cold and so awful we just sat indoors mostly and watched TV. It was very nice if I’m being honest, being in a house that’s busy with lots of people. Having lived…