Lending laughter to (mid) life

Thought this book by Jane Juska would be the perfect sun lounger read as I lay in the broiling sun… Read More »

This book by Dawn French was one of two books I took on holiday last week. An easy read – or… Read More »

I am not in the first flush of youth (LOL) and so try quite a lot of lotions and potions… Read More »

Last year a friend invited me to join her at a NYR Organic coffee morning she was hosting. She said… Read More »

Tarantino is somewhat like Marmite…you either love him or hate him. Despite being an eccentric with a high pitched voice,… Read More »

Buying seasonal produce makes such sense – having just returned from an all inclusive holiday in Egypt where the food… Read More »

It has been quite a week for the CW blog which started out as a way of communicating amongst the… Read More »

According to weather forecasters the 1st March is the first day of Spring, in their minds, and whilst it may… Read More »

In the run up to Red Nose Day Richard Curtis has written a film called Mary and Martha, starring Hilary… Read More »

Douglas Henshall stars in BBC One’s new murder-mystery, Shetland, as Detective Jimmy Perez, a native Shetlander who has returned home… Read More »

With all the Oscar talk of the big 5 films sometimes there are films released at this time of year… Read More »

OG (Other Granny) and I had a wonderful adventure last week. We went to the Travel Show at Earl’s Court…. Read More »

Beetroot is a rich source of potent antioxidants and nutrients, including magnesium, sodium, potassium, vitamin C and shouldn’t be ignored… Read More »

CW is impressed by the good value of these colourful clutch bags…..always a useful item in the wardrobe this £8… Read More »

So at least that’s now all over – Valentines day that is. No more hearts, teddies and champagne and balloons –… Read More »

The CountryWives were recently followed on Twitter by Caroline Charles which brought back so many memories as I had a… Read More »

                I was introduced to this author by Lou Graham (a favourite blogger friend… Read More »

 A personalised herb garden, especially perfect for the sort of Mum OR DAD! who enjoys an early evening, homemade summer… Read More »

 Scented Geraniums. Order over the internet and this company offers a free and very efficient delivery service and the quality of… Read More »

The CW’s love this website, Notonthehighstreet, and have recommended many an item in the past for Christmas, Valentine’s Day etc so… Read More »

If, like me, you are a sucker for room diffusers (or you have 2 dogs that constantly need something to… Read More »

  The faithful ballet shoe goes up in the world with this new trend. These wedges are a comfortable heel… Read More »

A few months ago I decided to take my daughter away, just away………the two of us, together, having a treat…. Read More »

It is my day for blogging however BPG sent me this post from her old, cool, school friend who had… Read More »

This cake demonstrates the power of Twitter because I asked if anyone had a recipe for a Chocolate fudge cake… Read More »

A friend of mine recently went to the Driftwood Hotel and loved it and sent me a link as she… Read More »

This is a fabulous blog, British Beauty Blogger, reviewing all the latest beauty products in all price ranges. I subscribe to… Read More »

It has never failed to amaze me that every single child in the entire universe seems to like pasta. I… Read More »

Well done to Rosemarie Heyes who has won a pair of super cool hiking poles from Switch sticks.  Thank you… Read More »

ANOTHER GREAT STORY FROM OUR FRENCH COUNTRYWIFE, LOULOULAPOMME… As I have mentioned previously, life in rural, but not backward, France… Read More »

This “just published” paperback by Charlie Plunkett is a lovely collection of anecdotes, wisdom and humour on all aspects of… Read More »

I just bought myself a little present, via Amazon, and as it arrived today I am going to call it… Read More »

If you missed this film first time around then find out if it is showing again locally, as it was… Read More »

Last week OH and I went to the old Comedy Theatre, now named the Harold Pinter theatre, to see the… Read More »

Annabel put up a recipe for Miso Soup some weeks ago which is absolutely delicious. Because these types of broth… Read More »

Well, it’s got to be done hasn’t it! Oysters, passion, fruitiness, relish…what more could a father want?? This Lesley Waters… Read More »

Well, we three CountryWives aren’t holding our breath for Valentine’s Day. It just makes Ellie sad, Annabel sceptical and me?… Read More »

  CW loves these boho bracelets, wonderful presents for the teens in our lives. Contact Catherine Risman on 07973841743 for… Read More »

TV advertisements don’t often register with me (well, they probably do subliminally, but not enough to actually make me buy)… Read More »

BESAME (KISS ME) is one of the best cocktails for a romantic occasion. The tequila liqueur AGAVERO is the key… Read More »