Category Archives: Family

Broadband Pressure

Posted on January 5, 2019 by First Age

I thought losing the boiler was bad, but it is as nothing to inadequate Broadband and inconsistent WiFi in the house. Broadband pressure. Our Apple user keeps getting Wifi drop out, and we are MBS miles away from our minimum … Continue reading →

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Our 2018

Posted on January 1, 2019 by First Age

I thought that 2017 was sufficiently action packed, with thrills and spills to spread over a number of years, but no, I think that 2018 may have topped it off. I peek hesitantly into the snow globe of 2019 and … Continue reading →

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More Fair Than Mortal Tongue Can Tell

Posted on August 8, 2018 by First Age

Official This Sunday I got married to my soulmate, Carmel. We had the most fantastic day at Whirlow Hall, requesting the company of family and as many friends as we could manage. There are so many more I would have … Continue reading →

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Sea Palling Unplugged

Posted on July 22, 2018 by First Age

This weekend, me and Carmel went down to Laura and Joe’s wedding in Freethorpe, deep in Norfolkshire. We took the slightly tortuous journey to our AirBnB in far away Sea Palling, nestled on the coast between Cromer and Great Yarmouth. … Continue reading →

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Staggity Stagface

Posted on July 16, 2018 by First Age

Listen, up front I’ve got to say that I’m not a fan of the Stag and Hen rituals, at least those popularised as the wildest default of debauchery. It could be my approaching this at an older age, but I’m … Continue reading →

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Gaming Table In Place

Posted on May 26, 2018 by First Age

The gaming table is in position ready for the first GraCon in early June. I went with the affordably priced and generously proportioned Ypperlig from the local IKEA. It’s a modern version of the traditional Scandinavian plank table measuring in … Continue reading →

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Canada Holiday

Posted on May 14, 2018 by First Age

Our holiday started as it meant to go on with a smooth transfer down to Heathrow courtesy of Ross chauffeuring. Had an awesome Thunderbird moment as our cases were dispatched and I tripped every security sensor on the way in. … Continue reading →

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Gaming Table

Posted on April 1, 2018 by First Age

Ah, the agony of choice! With the garage room space now staring at me, it is time to go for a gaming table and chairs solution. For stackable chairs I’m currently looking at a budget banqueting option that provides affordable … Continue reading →

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And Suddenly We Have A Room

Posted on March 30, 2018 by First Age

Two alcoves. Top one has a sink unit and will have a mini fridge. The one above will be a snug area, with TV and a bed settee for guests to stay. This is the main part of the room, … Continue reading →

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The Garage Shell starting to take shape…

Posted on March 16, 2018 by First Age
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