Inside

What do I mean by ‘Inside’? This part of my blog represents my thoughts – sometimes deep and meaningful, other times frivolous but always over-opininionated (you know I have a view on everything, right?). Just the stuff that’s in my head really.  Some posts might be simply a review of the last book I read and others, more about what I’m learning in my current season of life.

In Praise of Not Having a Best Friend

Last week we celebrated Best Friends Day. Well some people did. I can honestly say that before this year I'd ...
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A Little Spring Catch Up

A new season begins (summer, you are most welcome) and another one ends. You know what that means don't you? ...
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How to Break Up With Your Phone {when you use it for work}

In case you haven't guessed, I am a huge advocate of social media; it encourages connection, is a source of ...
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Parenting a Child with Mental Illness

Warning: some readers may find the content of this post uncomfortable or triggering. My eldest daughter turns 18 tomorrow. That ...
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On Being Intentional (without biting off more than we can chew)

Intentionality runs through my veins; I can be an incredibly focused/determined person and thankfully, my husband is the same (I'm ...
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When the Negative Voices Strike

At 46½ I am officially feeling old. Of course I continue blithely scouring Top Shop for the latest fashion trends and watching ...
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Motherhood: A Thankless Task?

I made some pastry the other day. I realise that's not exactly a news-worthy headline but how to make good ...
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Is Being Selfish Always Wrong?

Buying a Red magazine before I go on holiday has become somewhat of a ritual over recent years. Ever since ...
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Learning to Enjoy the Ride

Have you ever thought that you don't have much to offer the world? I know that I have. As a ...
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Finding Balance in 2018

Before you say it, I am well aware of my tardiness in putting finger to keyboard on this one but ...
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