“Do More, Feel Better” – Why Not Learn A Language?

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 and The Fab Four.

I was privileged to make a contribution to this article on learning a language, published on the excellent website, TravelAwaits; ‘A website by the 50+ Traveller for the 50+ Traveller.’

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“Social Distancing? Here’s How To Learn A Language At Home During Your Downtime”!

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The Italian Jobsworth – A Brush With The Law in Coronavirus Lockdown

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Being stuck in a tranquil paradise is not sufficient to liberate me from Morning Worries

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.Continue reading “The Italian Jobsworth – A Brush With The Law in Coronavirus Lockdown”

Stuck in Isolation? – Get Your FREE Amazon eBook ‘Pups on Piste’

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Mark and I are entering our third week of isolation in Italy. We’re keeping ourselves occupied (see 10 Tips to Make Covid-19 Isolation SPLENDID!) but have been racking our brains as to how we can help others.Continue reading “Stuck in Isolation? – Get Your FREE Amazon eBook ‘Pups on Piste’”

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 some precious, if enforced, down time.Continue reading “10 Tips to Make Covid-19 Isolation SPLENDID!”