Tag: monkey world

Swanage seaside and more monkey fun

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I’ve just got back from a week in the pretty seaside town of Swanage, where thankfully we seemed to escape the horrible weather. My time was spent browsing the cute independent shops filled with trinkets, semi precious stones and fossils native to the Jurassic Coast, Chococo the luxurious handmade chocolate shop, the Purbeck deli and … Continue reading Swanage seaside and more monkey fun

My criteria for the perfect souvenir

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“If you want a golden rule that will fit everything, this is it: Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.” William Morris I really do stand by this quote, as it is oh so easy to spend money on pointless items and fill your … Continue reading My criteria for the perfect souvenir

A week in pictures (a.k.a. holiday snaps)

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The lack of posts over the past week in due to the fact that I've been enjoying a much-earned break down in Weymouth, Dorset. Below is a selection of images from our holiday. We were based in a cute, nautical-inspired apartment on Weymouth harbour-side, next door to the delicious smells of fish and chips coming … Continue reading A week in pictures (a.k.a. holiday snaps)