Superman in New York City

I’m writing this piece on the 21st anniversary of the passing of Christopher Reeve (10.10.2004) may you rest in eternal peace Superman! So as I always do when I visit New York City is a nerdy walk to a movie location or an iconic spot forged in history, as Superman was released on December 10thContinueContinue reading “Superman in New York City”

Leopard’s Roar Is Getting Louder

There is a buzz around the town like never before, you can feel it flowing along St Helens Road, through the town centre, circulating around the pubs, the Leopards Den, The Centurian, Our House Pub, The Muskateer etc. you can feel it growing, its an air of trepidation, there is a steady flow of redContinueContinue reading “Leopard’s Roar Is Getting Louder”

The Forgotten People At Theme Parks

Whether you’re visiting theme parks in the United States such as Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, Disneys Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Epcot, or Hollywood Studios. Seaworld, Funspot, or water parks such as Volcano Bay, Aquatica, Discovery Cove, Typhoon Lagoon, or Blizzard Beach. Island of Adventure Universal Studios Magic Kingdom Epcot Animal Kingdom Hollywood Studios BlizzardContinueContinue reading “The Forgotten People At Theme Parks”

Discovery Cove VIPs For The Day

Discovery Cove, Orlando, Florida, is a truly amazing incredible place to visit! From simple visits, to enjoy the reefs and lazy river, not to mention all you can eat and drink included in your package, to day bed loungers, to the more luxurious VIP Cabana’s We checked in at the main entrance to Discovery Cove,ContinueContinue reading “Discovery Cove VIPs For The Day”

The WOW factor is back in Virgin Atlantic’s Upper Class did it actually leave??

So I wrote a piece back on 07th November 2023 regarding an experience myself and my family had, whilst using Virgin Atlantic’s award winning Upper Class service from Manchester Airport to Orlando International, the piece I wrote was called “Upper Class Minus The Pizzazz (MAN-MCO August 2023) please see the link here; https://lifethroughordinaryeyes.com/2023/11/07/upper-class-minus-the-pizzazz-man-mco-august-2023/ I wrote theContinueContinue reading “The WOW factor is back in Virgin Atlantic’s Upper Class did it actually leave??”

Last Ever Letter To My Dad x

I lost my dad on Sunday, 26th February 2023, the day will be etched in my memory forever. As this is the day I lost forever the most important man in my life, my dad! Secondly, it was the day that my son James and I had travelled to watch Manchester United versus Newcastle UnitedContinueContinue reading “Last Ever Letter To My Dad x”

My Father’s Eulogy

I lost my dad on February 26th 2023 words cannot describe the gravity of the loss, I do intend to write a piece on my dad over the coming days. But I wanted to share the eulogy that was put together for my dad by the funeral celebrant Mr Christian Blake, my dad kind ofContinueContinue reading “My Father’s Eulogy”

Dan at Barton Aerodrome

On Saturday 19th March myself and my son James took Dan to Barton Aerodrome, I figured there is a restraunt at the Aerodrome so we could have lunch, and then watch some of the light aircraft and helicopters landing as well as taking off, something Dan really likes to do. Even though his mind isContinueContinue reading “Dan at Barton Aerodrome”

Dan & Dementia

This is Danzal or Dan as we like to call him, he is in his late 80s and sadly suffers from Alzheimer’s/Dementia which is progressing as each week goes by, we know we cannot stop this cruel disease, just make sure his quality of life is the very best we can make it, he livesContinueContinue reading “Dan & Dementia”

Step back in time in Kirkby Lonsdale & Kendal.

Me and my fiancée Michelle both up at 0800 the boys still sleeping a peek out the curtains the rain is falling heavy typical winter English weather, a hot cup of tea to start the day followed by a lightly toasted piece of bread, smothered in Lurpack butter yum. Boys awake and up and aboutContinueContinue reading “Step back in time in Kirkby Lonsdale & Kendal.”