Tag Archives: Family Celebrations

For Stories Yet To Be Written

Posted on October 1, 2019 by Sherri Matthews

In early September, my family whisked me away to a delightful cottage (a one time Calvinist chapel) in the heart of the beautiful Sussex countryside. This was my ‘big’ birthday getaway, plotted and planned with great secrecy. With stunning views … Continue reading →

Posted in Inspirational | Tagged Andy Poplar, Artisan Small Businesses, Battle of Hastings, Creativity, Family Celebrations, Holly & Co, Ideas etched in glass, Inspiration, love, Memoir, Mental Health, Sussex, Vinegar & Brown Paper, writing | 46 Comments

Girl In A Pale Blue Dress

Posted on September 30, 2014 by Sherri Matthews

Something extraordinary happened at the weekend: my uncle and auntie celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary. Fifty years of happy married life. I say extraordinary because I don’t know anyone else in my family who has achieved anything like this kind … Continue reading →

Posted in Childhood Memories, Family Life, Flash Fiction | Tagged Bridesmaids, Childhood memories, Family Celebrations, Family Life, Flash fiction, Golden Wedding Anniversary, Memoir, Memoir Writing, Memories, Weddings, writing | 76 Comments