Please pray for my daughter who had to empty the dishwasher when she "just did this yesterday and she's tired."

In old English folklore, rosemary symbolised remembrance and fidelity. Brides once wore rosemary in their hair, or wove it into wedding wreaths, as a token of love and constancy. Used to scent hair and garments, it was also believed to bring beauty and virtue. #FolkloreSunday

Sam West tells @gylesb1 what his parents loved about canal boats, and about his mother's philosophy to travelling once her dementia took hold: "I don't always know where I'm going, but I always enjoy getting there." #prunellascales #samwest #gylesbrandreth #timothywest #canals

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"The saddest thing in life and the hardest to live through, is the knowledge that there is someone you love very much whom you cannot save from suffering." --Agatha Christie

Next time you think of a Pigeon in a negative way just think….. Pigeons Are Misunderstood Geniuses. Most people don't realize just how incredible Pigeons truly are. These gentle birds aren’t just loyal partners—they're brilliant, complex beings. Tucked inside their beaks are

The First World War left gaps in every family. Young men lost with no descendants to remember them. Delve deeper and uncover their stories. Findmypast findmypast.co.uk. T&Cs apply

Words for the Weekend 🥳 Pick your winner ⭐️ A B C D

My new series - Empire With David Olusoga - starts 9pm on BBC Two. Whole series on BBC iPlayer from tonight.

Neuroblastoma UK, the charity Alan Carr donated his #CelebrityTraitors prize to, have released a statement about his win:

My new series - Empire With David Olusoga - starts 9pm on BBC Two. Whole series on BBC iPlayer from tonight.

Maybe the best thing about waiting is that it still holds a little hope

Can I ask you to hold our Beth in your thoughts? She’s my best friend’s girl & just had an eye removed. Other conditions have come to light too. After years of abuse she’s finally got her happy ever after & we need it to last as long as possible❤️ #DogsAreFamily 🐶

He’s worked so hard. Taken all his rest seriously. Only eats the best foods. Does all his exercises. It’s been 3 weeks since he was so badly injured he was told he would have to be put to sleep. Look at Stomzy go today ❤️

Agnes, 78, from Leeds says she was just focused on getting home and having a nice cup of tea ❤️

11 Nov is Old Samhain. This is when the moon faeries who guard the blackthorn curse anyone who tries to harvest its wood or berries. A full moon is the best time to approach as then the guardian fairies leave the tree to worship their goddess. #FolkloreSunday #FairytaleTuesday

Sometimes there’s a secret painting on the back of my commissions

Miho Ichise - "The Last Sunbathing of the Day" (2021) From the Art Portal on Facebook

We met Sapphire yesterday — a 10-week-old German shepherd with a rare and powerful job ahead of her. She’s training with her handler to become a Vulnerable Witness Support Dog, helping children feel safe while giving statements about incredibly difficult moments. A tiny pup

This time of night seems to lend itself to reflection and anxiety. Just over four weeks until the last day before I retire. It's a new chapter but also scary. I hope I helped some children and young people along the way 🙏🦋