One of the things Andrew and I do are spend our evenings listening to music.

We have a massive vinyl and CD collection and we continue to buy CDs rather than subscribe to platforms like Spotify. Sure, we listen to playlists on there but for our own listening pleasure at home, we prefer to choose one of our own CDs on the shelves and put it into the player. We turn the tv off and while I knit, Andrew sits with the CD cover reading the lyrics while listening. Pud, the cat asleep and snoring.

These nights have introduced me to some great bands and music.

Recently I enjoyed listening to Ghost – a hard rock band (alternative indie) which have been around for many years and at the moment, we are listening to the Lumineers, Brightside CD (indie folk) which is mild, relaxing and easy to listen to.

For us, listening to music, reading books, making time for our interests and hobbies is integral for us both. We both figure that we have one life only, why not spend it doing the things you love, surrounded by these things that make you happy at home?