In Lockdown? Learn A Language Free At Home On Tuesday 24th March 2020, the UK followed many other countries around the world and went into lockdown. With so many of us forced to find a way to cope with isolation, I hope to offer you some ideas, support and puppy love from Mark, myself andContinue reading ““Do More, Feel Better” – Why Not Learn A Language?”
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The Italian Jobsworth – A Brush With The Law in Coronavirus Lockdown
A recurring feature of our stay in Monte Rosa has been my Morning Worries. As we sip our coffee in bed, overlooking the snowy peaks, my night fears bubble to the surface. When I am forced to blurt them out, Mark addresses each one individually, with characteristic tenderness and empathy.
10 Tips to Make Covid-19 Isolation SPLENDID!
We’re into our second week of isolation in Northern Italy. Although we had itchy feet and couldn’t wait to embark on our travels, we’re sanguine about being stuck. If you find yourself in the same situation, which I think, given time, most of Europe will, here are some ideas to make the most of someContinue reading “10 Tips to Make Covid-19 Isolation SPLENDID!”
Life In Lockdown – Our Coronavirus Quarantine in Italy
On Tuesday, 10th March 2020, Italy was locked down in a bid to control the largest Coronavirus outbreak outside China. According to Italian Prime Minister, Giuseppe Conte, ‘locked down’ means, “I stay home.” The borders are closed and there are restrictions on all but essential travel. Pretty much everything is closed, other than food shopsContinue reading “Life In Lockdown – Our Coronavirus Quarantine in Italy”
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