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A year of Bru

April 3, 2021

I really can’t believe that its been a year since lockdowns, social distancing and mask-wearing became the norm. A year since I started Bru Diaries, a way to share with everyone what was going on here, since there was nowhere else to go. And this is probably the longest I’ve ever been in one place, I’ve barely left Bruinisse, leave alone Zeeland! Somehow though, the days go by, and luckily I’ve come to enjoy the small things, and the moments with Prune and Suzi that I’m sure I’ll look back on one day and be grateful for. Continue Reading

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What I’ve learned

January 14, 2021

So I turn 25 in about a week, and it feels like it was so recently my 24th birthday. Where did this year go?  I don’t feel that I really accomplished as much as I did in previous years, but I did get to spend a LOT of time with the hounds and the family, which is precious. And, I had a lot more time to think, and reflect, on well, just about everything. Continue Reading

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Wild ponies in Zeeland

December 23, 2020

One of my favorite things about this time of year is the arrival of a herd of wild Shetland ponies. They are brought to a nature reserve very close to our house, and it is so lovely to bike over to them, and watch them graze. Last year, a foal was a new addition to the herd, and now, he is a bit bigger, but still very cute, and loves to frolic with the other youngsters. You can see them galloping, kicking and tossing their heads, play fighting and generally having a good time. It is incredible to have these wild animals so close by, and they love the attention of having you there, watching them.  Continue Reading

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The Bru Diaries- Late Fall

November 21, 2020

Hello, I’m back again, with the second Fall update. November so far has been quite mild, and actually pretty dry, with some sunny days that Prune and Suzi have enjoyed, as well as giving me the chance to keep up with the raking! (But I will be happy once the trees are bare so that job is over)! Continue Reading

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Do you remember?

September 23, 2020

I realized I last wrote a post for you three years ago, for your birthday. When I had just started off in Aberdeen, and you were back in Norfolk, our first time really living apart. I don’t know about you but I took it hard, I struggled with the distance and ‘losing’ my best friend. I had to make my own decisions, be my own company, go it alone. I found that hard, and I still often do. But this isn’t about me, it’s about you, and what I hope you’ll remember. Continue Reading

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Things this time has taught me

July 16, 2020

Before I say anything else, I just want to say, I hope you are managing, with whatever your situation is. I know this will be very different for everyone. I just wanted to share how I have coped with the uncertainty and the difficult times, and hope that some ideas may be things you could try too, if you want and are able to.

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