Well, it’s been six months since I last blogged. It’s been such a strange time in my life, and in the world at large. I’ve actually found it incredibly rich as well as challenging, and it reminds me of how amazingly courageous we humans are. Although the storm has not yet passed, the initial shock and … Read More
Eight years ago I got pregnant. The moment the pregnancy test’s double pink lines sunk into my psyche, I started to think of myself as a mum. I was over the moon. The path I saw ahead of me was the realisation of a long-held dream of becoming a parent. I talked to the little sparkle … Read More
For women and couples going trough IVF, right now is a tricky time. The ‘ticking clock’ of fertility doesn’t stop for Covid-19, but unfortunately treatment does. By 45, most women think they’ve missed the boat when it comes to having kids. I don’t know if I’ve missed the boat… yet. And I won’t know for a … Read More
So, my London trip with the bestie for her 50th treat last week was a MASSIVE success! I love London – I find it so inspiring, all that culture. I couldn’t live there now that I’m used to the gentle pace of a country life, but the excitement and buzz of a visit is just fab. … Read More
The moon is so unbelievable bright over Dartmoor at the moment. Yesterday was a clear day and it was out during daylight – a beautiful white semi-ball in the blue sky. My little nephew, who is two next month, pointed into the sky saying ‘moon above the tree’ over and over again. I loved seeing how … Read More
My Beautiful Mum I’ve just got back from a month in beautiful Argentina (check out my photos on Facebook). My time out there was a mix of tough, beautiful and love-filled. I feel very blessed to have a mum who is a total inspiration to me. In her 70s, newly in love (3 years), and now dealing with … Read More
Plant-Based (mostly) Today’s recipe is the first of many new deliciously cooked recipes that I’m planning 🙂 It’s super-simple, quick to make and a great addition or introduction to your plant-based recipe repertoire. Although I’m not vegan, the way that I describe my preferred way of eating is ‘plant-based with non plant-based additions’, which basically means mostly vegan … Read More