Were there any special items in the house that you remember?

The only item I remember, that has made a lasting impression on me, was a lamp owned by my Grandma. She still has it in her flat now. It was bought in Singapore, when they lived there, and is an abacus, with a square red lampshade with a Chinese character on it. No idea what it says though!

I suppose the bed that is now mine is a memorable one. My mum and dad bought it in Malawi for themselves. It is made from cedarwood, and has a very intricately carved headboard. It’s very comfortable too!
We’ve never had antiques or anything like that – I don’t know why anyone would want to spend thousands on other peoples’ second hand tat!