Coming out of Lockdown
Coming out of Lockdown! Tennis Elbow, Dogs, Children. Trying to get back to normal after four months of eating crisps and no exercise.
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Book Reviews and an Escaping Dog
Seeing people respond to my book, and my Labradoodle disgraces herself.
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A Poetry Lesson 5: John Donne’s ‘Holy Sonnet XIV’
Lockdown Poetry Lesson number 5 One of the most beautiful poems in English Literature. Here 17th century metaphysical poet John Donne explores a crisis of faith with honesty, energy and tremendous passion.
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A Poetry Lesson 4: Miniatures and Sonnets – The Snapchats of the Renaissance
Lockdown Poetry Lesson number 4: Sonnets
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A Poetry Lesson 3: Sylvia Plath’s ‘Cut’
Lockdown Poetry Lesson Number 3 Sylvia Plath’s poem ‘Cut’
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A Poetry Lesson 2.5: Guest Post by Mr B, George Herbert’s ‘Vertue’
A follow-up to my lesson on George Herbert. This time written by my amazing teacher: Mr B
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A Poetry Lesson 2: George Herbert’s ‘Vertue’
Lockdown Poetry Lesson number 2: George Herbert’s poem ‘Vertue’
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A Poetry Lesson 1: Robert Frost’s ‘Birches’
In #Lockdown Rediscovering Poetry. Today: A gorgeous poem by American poet, Robert Frost. Nature, childhood, coping with life, and some interesting rhythms. Who could ask for more?
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Warrior in Lockdown
Coping at home with husband and teenagers 24/7 isn’t easy. Looking at birds helps.
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My Book!
So… My Book is Out! Please buy it – shameless plugging alert.
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