It started with a kiss

SINCE its earliest days, the “Friend” has been dispensing advice for its readers on a multitude of topics, be it household tips, matters of the heart, health or travel advice. But in our 1891 issues,

I HURRIED, slip-sliding on the rocky path even though I’d newly scored the bottom of my shoes with a kitchen knife. As I half-walked, half-ran, I went over the timings in my head. Thirty minutes to ma

HENRY MERRYWEATHER!” Sarah called out to the boy. Her voice sounded liquid and high in the autumn morning air. Henry stopped and turned and Sarah realised, looking at his tall broad figure, that he wa

A short while ago I was very interested in Julianne Robertson’s article about the tiny flies that plague houseplants. Thank you, Julianne, for the information and advice. I ordered two Drosera capensi

MANY years ago, Jess read a line in a novel that stayed with her. According to that book, everyone is triggered by the handwriting of one particular person, and this handwriting, throughout their life

We may have all manner of modern gadgetry and user-friendly kit in our kitchens, but often it’s the most humble objects that mean more to us than anything else.