Built: 1701 (construction started) Location: Derby DE73 7JF History: The site was an Augustinian priory from the 12th century until its dissolution by Henry VIII. The present building, named Calke Abbey in 1808, was never actually an abbey but is a Baroque mansion built between 1701 and 1704. The house was owned by the Harpur family for nearly 300 years until it was passed to the Trust in 1985… Continue reading Calke Abbey
You by Caroline Kepnes – Book Review
Some of the links in this post are affliliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. All opinions remain my own. Title: You (you can Buy on Amazon here) Author: Caroline Kepnes Published: 18th June 2015 Publisher: Simon… Continue reading You by Caroline Kepnes – Book Review
Sleepless in Seattle – Film Review
Title: Sleepless in Seattle Age: PG Released: 24th September 1993 Director: Nora Ephron Genre: Drama, Romance Rating: ***** (5/5 stars) About: Realising that Sam has still not come to terms with his wife Maggie's death, his eight-year-old son Jonah forces him to call a national radio talk show, with the hopes of finding him a companion. Review: I mean who doesn't… Continue reading Sleepless in Seattle – Film Review
Inspiration.29
The pursuit of happiness is real. We all want to be happy, right? Here is a quote to help you achieve joy and happiness in your life. “Now and then it’s good to pause in our pursuit of happiness and just be happy.” – Guillaume Apollinaire
Inspiration 28.
The hardest thing in life is getting motivated to do something. Finding that motivation and keeping it, is something which many people struggle with. But once you have it, and you keep it you can achieve great things. Here is the quote of the day: "The secret of getting ahead is getting started. The secret… Continue reading Inspiration 28.
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