82-year-old man who wants to learn to swim has his wish fulfilled

This literally is a dying art: celebrating a life – and having a laugh – with personalised coffins. “I feel so good to be able to put a smile on grieving people’s faces,” says Ross Hall, the maker of personalised caskets. With fewer traditions associated with funerals these days, Hall says people have the freedom to make a statement with their coffin. Read More

I am a very lucky person – I am nearing 60 and still have both of my parents alive and in reasonably good health.  Mum is 87 and Dad 88 this year.  Looking back through my family history I’m fairly sure none of my ancestors have been this lucky.  In fact all of them had lost at least... Read More

Grandparents aren’t just storytellers; they’re keepers of literary legacies. See how beloved books passed down through generations nurture a love of reading and create lasting family connections. Read More