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The Day We Took the River
Kayaking the River Severn: A Lesson in Communication, Trust, and Teamwork Two days ago, Amy and I decided to do something we had never done together before: kayak down the River Severn in an inflatable two‑seater. We’ve been planning something like this for the best part of 2 years now. We’ve been to lochs in… Read more
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The Accidental Podcast
So yesterday we just rolled out of bed and decided: let’s record something! Thus was born our first duo podcast!!!! You can catch it on SubStack! You’re welcome! 😉 Yuri & Amy Read more
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Something is happening
We’ve been doing some work behind the scenes. The truth is that Portable Vibes has expanded WAY further than it was meant to be. So portablevibes.online is now a hub for a lot more than we were thinking. Took some time deciding, but we’ll be scrapping discoverblackcountry.co,uk and we will be focusing right here. Instead… Read more
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Portable Vibes Live
Well, hello! It has been a minute, hasn’t it? Sorry, we’ve been busy around here… The’s been a solar eclipse, fires, Hell’s Kitchen and, well… The month of August so far, pretty much… We’ve done our first Podcast Episode too!!! There are people you meet in life who don’t just cross your path — they… Read more
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OK, Chef!
A couple of nights ago, I had the longest conversation with my oldest son. This in itself is an event since these chats have become rarer now that he is an adult…. Gosh… An adult… Never gonna get used to that one… We were talking about his plans for the next few days and what… Read more
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Yes Chef!
For those who don’t know, I used to be a chef. I had all the classical training because I love food. I love the different flavours and smells you get by combining ingredients until you get the desired outcome. It is chemistry 101. I never really thought of being a full-time chef until the NHS… Read more
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Build a bridge… And get over it
Communication is the thing we all think we’re good at… until life hands us a moment that proves otherwise. A tough conversation. A misunderstanding that spirals. A relationship wobble. A workplace conflict that drains the room. Portable Vibes has always been about real connection — the kind that comes from honest conversations, shared experiences, and… Read more



