It started on a quiet day at the beach. I am not a big fan of being in photos. Partly because of my work and partly because I just do not enjoy it. I happened to have Smudge with me and took a quick picture of him instead. That one photo turned into something bigger.
Smudge now has his own Instagram and a little following of over 1000 family, friends and curious onlookers. Taking his picture encourages me to look for something fun wherever we are. It has also led to some very personalised snapshots. Over time he has developed quite the personality. Professor Smudge is definitely a diva! Here are some of our favourite adventures …
10 …. Home Comforts and Chaos
Covid lockdown fun!
Captain Smudge and the SS Rubber Duck set sail for the Great Biscuit Isles
Lockdown Baking
Attempted cobs … created a weapon of mass crust-struction.
Created a birthday film for my nephew’s birthday during Covid Lockdown
Smudge starred in a blockbuster birthday film…. budget: biscuits, runtime: 5 minutes 42 seconds.
9 …. Sweet Treats and Potions
Visit to the Roman Baths
Historic Spa day, where Smudge and my Niece’s teddy bears enjoyed an adventure and relaxation
Cadbury’s World
Smudge had an immersive chocolate experience, left him in a cocoa coma!
Dark Arts Bar!
One Sip of the Love Potion and Smudge lost all interest in hex!
8 …. Roots and Relaxation
Home Sick
Smudge and I will always be fond of where my grandparents used to live, it was the only constant in my life growing up
Relaxing with a hot tub in Devon
Our favourite thing to do is go to a wooden lodge with a hot tub, walk for miles and hide from the world.
7 …. Beachside Bliss
Brighton 2021
Solo holiday exploring
Dinosaurs on the Pier
Pier, seaside, dinosaurs … perfect!
6 …. Castles and Courage
Warwick Castle
Stormed the castle, handed in my resignation, and claimed the throne
Cardiff Castle
Visited for the history, stayed for the tunnels
5 …. Animal Encounters
Edinburgh
Travelled hundreds of miles to meet a fellow bamboo enthusiast
Copenhagen
Admired the city from above while watching the polar bears below.
4 …. Geek in the Spotlight
BBC Digital Planet live episode
Went to calm my nerves, left convinced Smudge should host next time!
Killer at the Crime Scene recording
Insisted on being camera-ready … mane fluffed, alibi rehearsed.
3 …. Career Adventures
London Eye hotel view (Police Science Council debut)
Nervous first day on a newly formed advisory calmed by tea, biscuits, and meeting incredible people
When I made Professor ….
Smudge was there celebrating too!
2 …. Wild Weather and Wide Horizons
Norway (Cruise)
Scary first cruise … very stormy, ship rocked. Smudge and I loved the views and snow
1 …. Big Birthday Energy
Legoland for my 40th
Smudge had a perfect day brick by brick!
And a Bonus from Tedmund …
For safety reasons, Smudge didn’t get to go to Egypt … but Tedmund eagerly took his place. Here’s Tedmund on a submarine having fun with the divers!
And Tedmund visiting Liverpool, an amazing city, where we got to see Diana Ross Live!
