This morning dawned (not exactly brightly!) but nonetheless I leapt out of bed with a speed and enthusiasm that is slightly out of character. Normally I need to be tempted from my slumber with the enticing aroma of bacon but this morning my first Ralph’s Review of 2021 was scheduled and I needed no such encouragement to start my day …
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I have to confess that the changeable Autumn days and long nights always make me feel especially fond of my sleep. This week, whilst my mum has spent more time indoors, often with a hot chocolate in hand, I have taken the opportunity to snuggle up with her for an afternoon nap or two. I tried in vain to persuade her to let me try some hot chocolate (it smells delicious!) but had to settle for a Wainwright’s biscuit instead! …
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Autumn has well and truly set in and I have to say that I am embracing it with all four paws. I love this time of the year – what could be better than a long walk through the Cheshire countryside, bounding through avalanches of golden leaves, joyously chasing down fallen horse-chestnuts and seeking out the conkers inside, before settling down in front of a roaring log fire for an afternoon snooze! …
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Well Autumn seems to have made its presence known this week – my daily walks have been interspersed with blustery showers, heavy downpours and gusty winds, as well as a smattering of defiant sunshine. All this has caused me to encounter quite a few wardrobe dilemmas this week, such changeable weather causes considerable consternation to a style-conscious pug such as myself …
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Now I don’t know about you but 2020 has made me re-evaluate quite a few things and has given me a renewed appreciation of the great outdoors. I have always been one for long country walks but if I am honest they have always been more of an amble than a brisk heart-pumping power walk. However, a recent focus on healthy living started me thinking about more invigorating ways to exercise. With that in mind I started to become interested in cycling – I can’t think of a better cardiac workout whilst also being able to enjoy the beautiful British countryside at the same time. So imagine my delight when I was asked to cast my discerning eye over a three bedroom house for sale together with a popular café, often frequented by cyclists, no less! …
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