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April?

I honestly can't believe that today is the last day of April!!!  Where on earth did that go?  My brain really can't comprehend that it is May tomorrow!!  I am going to try and blame this on the really late Easter that we had this year.  I have a feeling May is going to go just as quick especially with the bank holidays.

Anyway... At the beginning of the year I started doing a 365 day photo challenge and I am pleased to say I have kept with it so far.  Generally this has been easy to accomplish, I did find it difficult when I was ill with the flu, because seriously who wants to be doing anything other than curling up under the duvet feeling sorry for yourself. but I did battle through.

Here are some highlights of the past month:


The Photo booth from JISC Digifest


The developing drinks cabinet


Cocktails with my Bestie


Peacocks from Margam down my mum's street


First Holiday/Mini Break of the year in New Quay Wales


Easter with my Niece and Nephew


Owls in Stafford town


Celebrating one year in our home with bangers and mash and champagne





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