The Secret of Elephants

The Secret of Elephants

A Book Review by Gill Sherry The Secret of Elephants is a family saga set in India and tells a story of betrayal that impacts three generations of the same family. The author sets the scene well, with the city of Navsari playing a central role. You can almost smell...
The Isle of Skye – at its Beautiful Best.

The Isle of Skye – at its Beautiful Best.

According to Visit Scotland (visitscotland.com), ten of the top twelve tourist attractions in Scotland are based in Edinburgh. With its iconic castle, world-renowned zoo and abundance of galleries and museums, it’s no surprise visitors flock there every year. But...
A Tribute To Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

A Tribute To Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Along with the rest of the world, I was truly saddened to hear of the death of Queen Elizabeth II on 8th September. Like many others in the UK, she was the only Monarch I had ever known, a constant presence in my life, someone to look up to, respect and admire. One of...
THE LIONESSES’ LEGACY

THE LIONESSES’ LEGACY

Something amazing happened on 31st July. Not only did England win their first major football trophy since 1966, but it was the women (not the men) who secured this magnificent victory. And that’s not all. As well as playing in front of a record European Championship...
COVID’S BITTER AFTERTASTE

COVID’S BITTER AFTERTASTE

I suppose it had to happen sooner or later. I was actually quite proud of the fact that I’d managed to avoid the dreaded Covid. Proud to the point of smug, if I’m honest. Despite the easing and subsequent lifting of restrictions, I still wore a face mask on public...