These places will disappear before me.
This is all that’s left of the farming community. It’s quite sad…. They built wind farms so there are lots of deserted farms. They just leave these places and they fall into disrepair. I’m always trying to get in before … Continued
When I first got the house, I felt really good.
I was looking for quite a while and wanted something in the same locality near my work. I wasn’t specifically looking for anything with a big garden, just my own space. I viewed about 5 -10 houses and this is … Continued
He loves his room. “It’s great here”.
Dad went into residential care a year ago. While he was still living at home there was always a worry: would he be OK… was he happy… would he leave the back door open… or have an accident? He is … Continued
In this area you always felt a strong sense of community.
I’ve lived here my entire life. In this area you always felt a strong sense of community. There are a lot of families like our family who have been here 30+ years. They had children and have chosen to stay … Continued
Women who have to leave their home and come to a refuge… it must be the bravest step ever.
Women who have to leave their home and come to a refuge… it must be the bravest step ever. When a woman first comes here it’s important how you greet her. Most of all she needs a cup of tea. … Continued
In the two years the shop has been in existence we have helped over forty families…
In the two years the shop has been in existence we have helped over forty families through difficult circumstances – marriage break up, divorce, unemployment, bereavement. It can be a pretty bad situation when people don’t know where to turn. … Continued
We all do nursing at uni…
We all do nursing at uni – so we all live together. I also work as an auxiliary for the Trust doing agency work. I lived next door last year with some girls from school. It was OK at the … Continued
I love my home, it’s where I’m happiest.
I love my home, it’s where I’m happiest. It’s not special…. but it’s special to me. I used to be a real mad collector and this house was full of antiques. But after my son died, 23 years ago, I … Continued
You are never alone.. you have your own space.
There are five of us in total. We are between the ages of 28 and 32 and we’re all working. It’s a nice mix. Everyone comes and goes at different times and there is always someone around. You are never … Continued
What some people treasure…..
What some people treasure, and wouldn’t part with in the world, means nothing – even to immediate members of the family…. You see it all the time. I always had a great interest in people’s homes. I used to work … Continued