Lagos – a city of contrasts of every description
A Traveller’s Guide of how to survive Lagos – Part I Lagos, just the name conjures up visions of crime, fraud and general mayhem. ‘Centre of Excellence,
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A ZANZIBAR GOSPEL SINGER
Not just another ordinary day. An angel singing in a church and food of the gods
True romance never dies
Where is Denys Finch-Hatton buried? The perpetrator of many broken hearts.
Different ways to write to your pen pal
You have to change your style of writing depending who you write to. Read on to find out some useful tips on how to achieve this
How to bring back the spark when writing letters.
When you write a letter it becomes very personal and makes the recipient appreciate the effort you have taken
A long weekend in Jordan
If you only have a few days to spend in Jordan, here is how the get the most out of the country
Memories of The Karoo
The only way to experience the real South Africa is to drive it. North to South. East to West
Why we should all support ShelterBox Book Club
How many times have you wandered around a larger impersonal Book Shop and asked the assistants to help you and they stare at you blankly? How many
Easy Ways to Lose your Lover
A short tale about the perils of ” building up your part!” ArturFloss you don’t deserve this but anyway we are going to celebrate your birthday in
Signup – Online Life Writing Course for letter writers
Want a gentle nudge to start writing that life story of yours? then join our free on line writing course over 4 nights to get your
How to communicate efficiently with Pen Pals around the world.
Read these few top tips to keep your letters ” en pointe!” Having a pen pal is a fantastic way to improve your communication skills, get first-hand
How to find pen pals and how to keep them
So here are a few easy tips to do just that The idea of having a pen pal may seem outdated. But in a world where we
Interesting Topics to Write Your Pen Pal
A pen pal, unlike a friend you meet regularly, does not have the privilege of being up-to-date on the ins and outs of your life. This can
Ten most descriptive words to use when writing a letter
These are some of the most descriptive words to use when writing to your pen pal. They roll around your mouth and slip right off your tongue.
Is it safe to have a Pen Pal?
meeting your Pen Pal is just fine and dandy - but make sure you are sensible
Five great reasons to join an international pen pal club
Stimulates an interest in other people and their lives Writing to people around the world or indeed anywhere that is different to where you live stimulates both
Five reasons why Smythson stationery is the cream in your coffee
If you want to cut a swathe when writing a letter and impress the hell out of the receiver, then Smythson stationery does it every time. So
Shantaram – a short uplifting ending
Our Podcasts will include some of our Members reading short but favourite letters from ” people of note!” We expect them to be varied and interesting. To
Whats happening now?
Its time for your next list So for those of you who made it through the month – well done! I still feel its groundhog day with
After the rains…
When the rain has passed and the ground is dry again, its time to make decisions. A man can not love two women at the same time.
Don’t let other’s treatment of you, ruin the day. Keep smiling
Are you sitting comfortably? This is a short tale of how to enjoy life, regardless and keep smiling. Years ago one Sunday lunchtime I was sitting with
Mr Smith’s Monument
A rather unique way to leave your memory behind….another form of a monument to a kind man Mr. Smith’s Monument I’ve been thinking a lot about life
10 Topics to write to a Pen Pal
ITS A BIT OF A MINE FIELD – BUT LET US WALK YOU THROUGH IT – NO HARD HAT NEEDED Family Updates This has to be the
5 super reasons to write with an ink pen
Forget inky fingers and messy pages. Ink pens are now super cool; leak free and wonderfully on trend! 1 It says a lot about your style So
Travelling around Asia – led me back to Africa
How I continued my life long ambition to travel to as many countries as I could around Asia and over to AFRICA by admin May 15, 2021 Hi
Overland from Turkey
Preparing for summer visitors Dear Jackie, hope you are happy and well, after working in my garden for a couple of hours I’m having a well earned
Twelve Camels for your wife.
Have you read this book yet? If not – why not? Its a great yarn! A wonderfully ” tongue in cheek” view of Turkey from a Brit’s
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