AMSTERDAM 2025 – DAY ONE

The one with the near-death bike tour, questionable art, and a Red Light District crash course I’ll never unsee. 3:00 AM – Symphony of the Suitcase What’s that sound? A ghost? A stray cat? An aggressive poltergeist with a penchant for zippers?Nope. It’s just my bunkmate, clearly operating in a parallel universe, deciding that 3-freakin’-AM…

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AMSTERDAM 2025 – TRAVEL DAY

I absolutely LOVE this place! The fabulous Emma picked up Rachel and me at 6:40 am, and we set off for Luton. Halfway down the M1, Google piped up with an Accident ahead, want a detour?” Emma hit “yes,” and off we went on a magical mystery tour through tiny villages, shouting out answers to…

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Life Plan, Business and Personal Goals for 2025

“The secret to getting the results that last is never to stop making improvements. It is remarkable what you can build if you just don’t stop. It’s remarkable the business you can build if you don’t stop working.  It’s remarkable the body you can build if you don’t stop training. It’s remarkable the knowledge that…

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TRAVEL JOURNAL – DAY TWO – CAMINO PYRENEES 2024

The one with the amazing sunrise, soaring eagles, and Superman! 📍 Location: Orrison to Roncesvalles 🥾 Miles: 10.5 beautiful miles ⛑️ Health Update: It’s a blessing having a podiatrist in the group! I’ve been managing Cuboid Syndrome in my foot, likely from overuse, which has made each step a challenge. (I’ll rest when I’m home!)…

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Top Tips for Supporting Your Dog During Fireworks Season

This time of year can bring anxiety to both people and their dogs. Fireworks seem to be everywhere—not just on Bonfire Night but the days and weekends surrounding it, along with New Year’s celebrations, weddings, and even unexpected bangs from rural crow scarers or urban car backfires. For dogs, especially those who are rescue or…

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TRAVEL JOURNAL – DAY ONE – CAMINO PYRENEES 2024

The one with the funny tongs, wild Camino chickens, and yoga with a view. 📍 Location: – St Jean to Orrison 🥾 Miles: –  5 miles uphill ⛑️ Health: Spirits are high, and everyone is in good shape. 🌦️ Weather: Ideal walking conditions—just like Goldilocks would like it! 🥘 Food: A big breakfast, no real…

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🌍 TRAVEL DAY – CAMINO PYRENEES 2024 🌄

What an early start! 😴 At 1:30 am, I was wide awake in my room at the Premier Inn at Stansted Airport – a full hour before I needed to get up! You know how it goes with early flights – too worried about oversleeping to sleep. A hot bath and some strong coffee helped…

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