A reflective essay on growing up before social media, exploring first-hand childhood experiences, outdoor freedom, generational perspectives, and why many young people now step away from digital life,
Author Archives: Earthly Comforts
Is Gardening a Real Career?
A reflection on why gardening is dismissed as a “real career”, how young people are shaped by modern success stories, and why hands-on work may be more future-proof than we think.
The Value of What Looks Like Nothing
A quiet winter garden reflection from Sandwich, Kent, exploring frozen ground, seasonal limbo, gentle maintenance, and preparing soil and beds for spring without rushing nature.
British Caterpillars
British caterpillars explained: common species, why they’re vital for gardens, and how to support them without harming your plants.
Pretty, but Neglected
An honest, resident’s perspective on Sandwich, Kent—its declining town centre, council fragmentation, Airbnb pressure, ageing population and quiet neglect.
Earthly Comforts 