Disaster hits the UK- not only are we to struggle with the legislation of a hard Brexit but our national drink is under threat...
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As teachers we all struggle with the obstacles of mistranslation and this is obviously a crucial one to point out in the realms of appropriacy,
A dear friend visited us this June to celebrate life and to revisit Japan. She was also determined to not only tidy up our garden but actually managed to transform it to a real feature for our guests to enjoy.
Nipplewort and Sherpherd's purse play major roles this month, as ingredients in a seven-herb rice porridge. Eaten on 7th January each year, the tradition is kept to ward off evil. Some chanting is also involved the night
We are enjoying a break now here at Connections, planning the 2016 menu and events for the weekends ahead
Hailing from beautiful Cheshire for my young adult life, I was partial to the odd hike, cycle or drive in the glorious surrounding countryside. The Duke of Westminster, godfather to Prince George, lived just down the road and I spent some wonderful days walking up and down his 'driveway' with woodland either side. It was my first introduction to trees, wildlife and the odd flasher and led me to venture further beyond the boundaries of Cheshire into a different country Wales.
Even though my hiking and cycling days are long gone, since arriving in Gifu I have realized there are similar treasures to be explored after the city life of Nagoya. Imagine my delight as recently a few of our visitors have openly shared their love of nature and wildlife, some have spotted some unusual birds in our newly improved garden and others have told us where we can see other delights in the local area. I heard today that Mandarin ducks can be seen in Matsuo Pond, I have never seen these and will make it my mission to drive down there this week. |
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