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I am a freelance writer based in Newport, South Wales, where I live with my husband and two small children. I write non-fiction articles on Wales and Rhodes, which are two places close to my heart, as well as about scuba diving entertainment and cats. I have

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Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Yesterday's dreams: 1 of 19

‘What a lot of junk’ sighed Ruth as she looked over the bags and boxes that were crammed full of so many remnants of her life. Things she just hadn’t been able to bring herself to part with, no matter how useless they may be. Some of these things, long lost in the musty gloom of the garden shed where she no...
Celebrations & Holidays > Gifts for Women For men: How to shop for a great anniversary gift: 4 of 54

So, it's that all important time of year when your anniversary is coming around. You know she'll be looking for the perfect gift that tells her you've really thought about her and that you really care. Most importantly she'll be wanting to know that you've paid enough attention to her to understand what she does and doesn't ...
Celebrations & Holidays > Gift Advice Buying guide to baby and toddler gifts and toys: 1 of 10

There are so many options for baby and toddler gifts and toys on the market today, that choosing the perfect one can be hard. So where do you start? Here are a few ideas to help you make a decisio. * Music boxes. Babies and toddlers love music. In fact anything musical is likely to be a winnder. Not only will it keep them en...
Travel > Greece Destinations A visitor's guide to Rhodes, Greece: 1 of 6

Often dubbed The Island of the Sun Rhodes is a place of great beauty, a place of history and a wonderful place to take a holiday. I have been visiting the island for twenty six years, and it has been a life long love affair. It is often the case that one trip is all it takes to fall in love with the island and many find them...
Sports & Recreation > Scuba Diving How to perform a five point descent in open water while scuba diving: 1 of 5

So you've made it to the dive site and you've assembled all your equipment, done your buddy checks and you're finally in the water. No doubt all you want to do is sink below the surface into the magical word below, but it's still of the upmost importance to take your time and remember the simple steps of a five point decent ...
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Love: 29 of 141

How long do you think you'll be gone for this time?' Lucy asked as she watched John carefully lay a brand new smart suit in his functional suitcase. She was sure that suitcase had travelled far more miles than she had in the last few years. Lately more than ever. Oh I don't know. Probably a week this time,' he said casually....
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership Introducing a new pet to your baby: 6 of 27

Many people are concerned about bringing pets into a house with a baby, but by taking some simple precautions it's possible for your pet and baby to live in harmony together. When you first bring your pet home introduce them to the baby's smell before the initial meeting. Scent is very important to animals and the more you i...
Sports & Recreation > Scuba Diving Beginner's guide to scuba diving equipment: 1 of 4

Learning to scuba dive can be one of the most exciting things you'll ever do and a large part of becoming confident in the water is getting to grips with all the equipment. Since your life depends on knowing how it all works and being able to trust in it you'll need to have a good understanding and make sure that you have th...
Pets & Animals > Cats (Other) How to find a good cattery: 1 of 4

We all like to go on holiday, but leaving our cat can feel like leaving a member of the family behind. You may have a trusted neighbour who will be able to take care of the cat while you are away, but if you decide to leave them in a cattery you should choose it carefully. After all, it's important that your cat is just as h...
Sports & Recreation > Scuba Diving Getting started with scuba diving: 3 of 10

Sinking below the surface into blue waters, the world above and all its worries disappearing from sight, can be a wonderful experience and one that you're sure never to forget. Wherever in the world you choose to make your first entrance into the underwater world, it's important that you make the right decisions about how yo...