Jo Lamb
I have been nurturing my writing passion for most of my life , throughout my various careers which have provided me with a wealth of rich material.
Firstly, I followed the family tradition (my grandmother and mother as role models) in nursing, which although an expectation - was both rewarding and worthwhile.
I then entered the world of management and leadership, still operating within healthcare, but looking after staff instead of patients. Although fulfilling at times and able to exercise my writing pen within the corporate world, I found it too constraining and longed for more independence.
My third era, took me into self-employment, providing organisations with human resource, organisational and personal development support. During this time I worked within the UK and Russia,
And now… I am Editor of two international healthcare related journals, which provides the link to my genealogical calling and am committing myself to my deep desire to write. I am in the process (for the last number of years in fact) of writing my first novel - based in World War II. I have been experimenting with poetry, short stories and articles of interest and following a relocation of my life, am learning Italian.
I hope, in the not too distant future, to highlight links to my published material. Something, so the advice tells me, can only happen if I write.
Latest Articles
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Republic Day - Italy
The Festa Della Repubblica in Italy celebrates the day the country became a Republic in 1946.
Jun 1, 2010
- Jo Lamb
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Italian Soups for Spring and Summer
Soups are not just for the winter; Nettle Soup and the traditional Minestrone Soup make ideal supper snacks or as a light starter before a main course
May 28, 2010
- Jo Lamb
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Liberation Day Italy
'La Festa della Liberazione' is recognised all around Italy on April 25th in honour of the members of the Italian Resistance Movement during World War II.
Apr 22, 2010
- Jo Lamb
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Italian Easter Pie
This traditional pie is packed full of goodness and taste, with baked whole eggs. In Italy it is called Torta Pasqualina.
Apr 1, 2010
- Jo Lamb
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Condiments for Curries
Give your Friday night curry a bit of a boost with these delicious accompaniments and side dishes, which go well with both meat and vegetarian varieties.
Mar 25, 2010
- Jo Lamb
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The Battle of Britain and The Few
By the beginning of July 1940, the RAF had withdrawn from France and had begun to prepare for an attack from Germany. The war in the skies was about to begin.
Mar 11, 2010
- Jo Lamb
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Lasagne for Special Occasions
This signature dish from the Le Marche region of Central Italy is often served as one of the pasta courses in many Italian homes.
Feb 4, 2010
- Jo Lamb
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Book Review – The Ice House
This is a tense and passionate story with particular detail paid to characterisation. Minette Walters weaves a puzzling tale and then slowly unravels the answers.
Feb 2, 2010
- Jo Lamb
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Book Review –The French Gardener
The French Gardener is a delightful gentle read which will surprise readers with its tender and sometimes cynical look at relationships between adults and children.
Jan 26, 2010
- Jo Lamb
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Book Review – The Street Lawyer
A courtroom drama by one of the finest thriller writers of the time. Although this book was published ten years ago, it is a good introduction for those new to Grisham.
Jan 19, 2010
- Jo Lamb
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