Teachers play such an important role in the lives of our children.  Have you ever heard the quote “It takes a big heart to help shape little minds”?  I know that so many teachers from my childhood, teen years, and even early adulthood shaped me so much.  I could never [Read more]

This year I hosted the inaugural Granddaughter Tea at the Strange house. I think I’ve now established a new tradition. For the past 44 years, I’ve dealt successfully (I think) with newborn, toddler, pre-adolescent, teen, college-age, and adult males. Now five adorable new challenges are in my life— granddaughters! To [Read more]

Twenty Boxing Day rambles featuring beautiful wintery British landscapes, stunning gardens and historic villages 1. Mawnan Cornwall How hard is it? 4½ miles; some ups and downs on coast path. The National Trust looks after the stretch of coast that this walk explores. From Rosemullion Head you get fantastic views [Read more]