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We love using our local Take A Book . . . Leave A Book cabinet. Recently, my hubby spotted this Eddie And Teddy children’s book, and borrowed it to read to our grandkids.
Mel Jayne Edwards, Ecclesfield
Picture Perfect
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I love this photo that I took in Guatemala. I think it looks so serene. It reminds me of a screensaver – no filter needed!
Louise Milne, Worthing
Thrillseekers!
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I am in awe of my daredevil friends! My friend Janet and her daughter Imogen have just walked the perilous Caminito del Rey in southern Spain, near Ardales, in the province of Málaga. They walked along walkways and bridges through a gorge where a hydroelectric dam was constructed. Respect, ladies!
Sue Angus, Wolverhampton
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STAR LETTER
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A Helping Hand
My sister struggles to knit, so we do projects together. She starts, and then I finish off the rest. This teddy went all the way to Australia to my friend’s grandson.
Alison Payne, Bilton
A Proud Gran
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My wee grandson Adam did this painting when he was six. I thought it was so nice, I had it framed and hung it up in my dining room.
Joan Frazer, Londonderry
A Plea To Melt Your Heart
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How could you ever refuse those eyes? This is my gorgeous 14-year-old Bella, a bearded collie cross, doing what she does best – begging for treats!
Caroline Jones, Pwllheli
Stars Of The Show
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I used to love my dance classes at junior school in the 1950s. A time that stands out to me was the show we put on with The Irish Washer Woman as the main dance in the hurch hall. The mayor of Southgate even came along to see it with all our families. What pride elt – a West End show could not have felt better! I’m the first one on the right.
Sylvi a Monk, Hayling Island
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