We’d been so thankful for finally getting a slot for a Sainsbury’s delivery. All through the lockdown, we’ve walked from the embankment at Nantwich ...
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Day 67 – A Slight Change Of Scenery
Today began late for us all on board, following a fun evening of film-watching and six-handed-rummy playing. An odd alcoholic beverage was also consumed ...
Day 47 – More Stories of Life On A Narrowboat In Lockdown
It's been a sitting still catching up day for me. Once again I feel incredibly grateful for the choices we did and be living on a narrowboat in lockdown.
Day 46 – New Visitors Near The Cut
Not much changes on a daily basis here in our bubble mooring, but today we've enjoyed the sight of cows coming to see us from the other side of the canal ...
Day 45 – More Local Supplies
Despite a changeable day weatherwise, this afternoon was fine and Barry and I were able to walk to buy fresh farm eggs then collect wood for the brazier ...
Day 41 – A Personal Plea For Economic Localisation
The global lockdown has surely provided time to reflect and consider what ways we're individually contributing to the downward destruction of humanity ...
Day 39 – Kindred Spirits and Generosity
It's almost six weeks since we started to isolate due to COVID-19. Although it's a worrying time, we're mostly doing okay in our bubble its surroundings ...
Day 37 – More Data Required From ‘The Common People’
Writing a blog, especially when you do it daily, increases the 'risk' of being trolled. Hence comments are moderated and not automatically published ...
Day 34 – Supporting Local Business
It's challenging to do a grocery shop when you live on a narrowboat and you're a long way from a supermarket. So a local off-licence delivery is perfect ...
Day 32 – Missing Essential Coffee Supplies
My daily fix of caffeine keeps me chirpy. I love ethically sourced PACT coffee. I just need to find a sustainable way to get supplies during lockdown ...
Day 21 – Lockdown Living On A Narrowboat
Living on a narrowboat in lockdown has many advantages to living on land. Admittedly there's a few disadvantages! But we wouldn't have it any other way ...
Day 20 – Moons Mountains and a Mysterious Mask
Early in 2020, people pondered what possibilities the new decade would bring. We know the beginning, not the middle. Will we contribute to the end?
Day 15 – Hoping For A Brighter Future
I'm slowly watching all the 'top 100 documentaries we can use to change the world'. The first one shocked me to the core. But surprised me not at all ...
Day 14 – Thriving Through Transformative Times
We're all living through a period of transformation at the moment. I've enjoyed supporting a small business today, and we've news on our small business ...
Day One – Off Grid Near Nantwich
In case you’re wondering yes I’m safely back on board Areandare after a magical and memorable holiday in Barbados. Wow! What a special place. And how fortunate do I feel to have had such a special time before the world changed? Tomorrow I’ll tell you all about it ... well not everything of course. I’ve … Continue reading Day One – Off Grid Near Nantwich
A Live-Aboard Transport Dilemma
Since 2009 we've been regularly renting cars from Enterprise. Until recently we've had mostly exceptional service in every branch we've hired from. Our last two experiences, both from the same branch, were disappointing to say the least. We've toyed over buying a cheap runaround car during the past twelve months. Mainly so I could more … Continue reading A Live-Aboard Transport Dilemma
Barry Becomes A Citizen At Last
When I first persuaded Barry to accompany me back to England to meet my family, in April 2007, I had no idea what the consequences would be! The only way he'd agree to leaving his photography business for three weeks, was if we could fit in a narrowboating break. I paid his fare (I was … Continue reading Barry Becomes A Citizen At Last
Telling Our Truth About Narrowboat Trading – Gone Live!
We're proud to be in the Narrowboat Experience's mini-series on 'the real narrowboat experiences of the United Kingdom'. Telling it from our perspective ...
Re-Focussing On Being Present In 2020
Just before Christmas I decided it was time to reduce the time I spent on Social Media. Specifically Facebook and Twitter. During the December 2019 election run-up it became strikingly apparent that having these Apps on my phone was becoming addictive. I'm sure you know a little about how Facebook works - its clever algorithms … Continue reading Re-Focussing On Being Present In 2020
Ten Things I Love About Living On A Narrowboat
There's been rather a resurgence of interest around all aspects of the Inland Waterways of UK in recent few years. Including an abundance of TV programs featuring well-known celebrities - Great Canal Journeys, Slow TV, Barging Around Britain, and Celebrity Five Go Barging to name a few. Maybe such exposure will help preserve this historical … Continue reading Ten Things I Love About Living On A Narrowboat