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I love to write. A couple of years ago, I didn't know I could, but now I find myself rambling on at every opportunity.

Most of what I write is influenced by my surroundings. I am blessed to live right by the sea and on the edge of glorious countryside in the

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Food & Drink > Beer (Other) A beginner's guide to cooking with beer: 1 of 10
Beer is often overlooked as a cooking ingredient. Whilst it is not as versatile as wine, there are many dishes in which it can be a useful addition. The most famous beers are brewed in Belgium, so it's no surprise that they use beer extensively in cooking. Mussels are one of their most famous dishes, and beer is ideal for co... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Politics in the UK Defending freedom of speech in the UK: 1 of 9
"Voting Tory will cause your wife to have bigger breasts and increase your chances of owning a BMW M3" So said the Conservative member of parliament for Henley on Thames in October 2005. Boris Johnson has declared his wish to become the Tory candidate for the post of Mayor of London. One of the most popular and well liked pe... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rights & Issues The case for fox hunting traditions in the UK: 1 of 7
In 2005 the UK parliament banned the hunting of foxes by hounds. And so the death knell was tolled for one of our oldest sporting traditions. I for one was very disappointed. It is after all part of our rural culture. Boxing Day, the day after Christmas, is the occasion most associated with hunting. And this year more than a... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: My favorite place: 6 of 34
A couple of hours ago I attended evensong at Winchester Cathedral. As I made my way through this magnificent building to the tiny Lady Chapel all I could hear was the sound of my footsteps.There has been a cathedral on this site since 648AD and the present building dates back to 1079. Yet today it was eerily quiet. I was tot... More..
Entertainment > Music Reviews (Other) Great lyrics of our times: 6 of 31
The Beatles song She's Leaving Home tells a sad story. It was five o'clock on a bitterly cold winter's morning. A girl scraped the ice from her bedroom window and looked out on the deserted moon lit street below. A fox stopped in its tracks and stared up at her for a brief moment, then carried on its way. In her hand she clu... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking (Other) The best way to cook trout: 7 of 35
Trout, fresh from a stream is one of natures finest foods. Once mastered, catching trout by gently tickling them into a state of stillness, then lifting them from the water, is the quietest and most gentle form of hunting. The trout is such a beautiful fish. It looks best on the plate when left complete, and with the minimum... More..
Food & Drink > Beer (Other) The effects of beer consumption on your health: 3 of 15
Beer is good for you, and that's official! Recent studies have shown that beer is high in B vitamins, particularly B6 which prevents the build up of homocysteine, a common cause of heart problems. Lets look at the facts. Beer contains no fat, no cholesterol, and very little carbohydrate or sodium. It has no caffeine or nitra... More..
Food & Drink > Wine A guide to French wine regions: 1 of 5
The wines of France range from the simple Vin de Pays to those from the most illustrious vineyards of regions such as Bordeaux, Burgundy and the Rhone. Bordeaux and the South West is the largest wine growing region of France and produces many of the worlds best loved wines, both white and red, as well as young fresh and simp... More..
Food & Drink > Beer (Other) What you should know about ale beers: 1 of 5
There are many types of British ales. Traditionally these beers are made from malted barley, yeast, and of course, hops. Most ales are 'cask conditioned'. This means that the yeast remains in the barrel to ensure that fermentation continues after the product has left the brewery, thus ensuring the beer is fresh and natural a... More..
Jobs & Careers > Nonprofit & Service Sector Things you might not know about working in a bar: 1 of 5
There is far more to working behind a bar than simply serving drinks. The ideal bar tender is an entertainer, a listener, a servant and a friend. The perfect bar tender also has a duty to his or her employer to ensure the maximum gain is obtained from every transaction. It is essential therefore that he understands the basic... More..