For the fourth time, Nathan and I found ourselves heading off to Whalley Abbey for the annual deanery chapter overnight away. We went in 2020 (when lockdown began and they locked the doors behind us as we left), 2023 (my first since returning to the Deanery) and 2024 (when I was struggling to eat the [...]
We recently came home from a delightful and much needed week away. We stayed in the house of another clergy person in a town called Burntwood, near Lichfield. We only realised part way through that it was our first time away as a family of four! Upon arrival, we immediately felt at home. The house [...]
I often find myself looking for the packing list from the last holiday we went on. Eventually, I realise I can't find it and start from scratch. So, where to put it where I won't lose it? RevPoppy! So here is my packing list for a week away as a family of four. Me: Underwear, [...]
It's been a lovely but long week since I last checked in. We've been to church, the zoo and Tappy Toes, and Aidan and I have had our 6 week check with the doctor. Our Mr A was 9lbs6 when he was weighed on Wednesday, which was an increase of almost 3lbs in 6 weeks! [...]
Rev Poppy 