Tag Archives: red kite

Making the most of what you’ve got

Posted on 30 March, 2012 by Yasmine

As regular readers will know, I’m not currently living in my perfect house. The views are of other people’s windows, and the landscape is sterile – a new build desert. I was recently surprised to discover that a kestrel has … Continue reading →

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Save Chopwell Wood rally: this is the Big Society in action

Posted on 13 February, 2011 by Yasmine

Today I witnessed the Big Society in action: hundreds of people, from all walks of life, joined together to express their feelings for a valued community asset. Families, children, teenagers, couples, dog walkers, mountain bikers, BMXers, runners, hikers, wheelchair users … Continue reading →

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