I have updated this blog post, which is one of my most read. Thirteen years ago I moved from Johannesburg, South Africa to Ireland. Not only was it a huge move from continent to continent, but it was also…
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Pain is my constant companion. It is always with me and after all this time we have become quite well acquainted with each other. I cannot think of a 24-hour period in the last few years where I have…
These are the things I always like to have at home just in case the dreaded flu strikes. Flu season – that time of the year when we just know that the bugs are circulating. Kids go back to…
I am always inspired by women who are fabulous in every way. Woman who defy the rules, and set out to reach for their dreams no matter what. I was invited to an ITWBN blogger event at 56 Central, a…
Change is inevitable. Marilyn Monroe is a woman that divides. I admire her and am often drawn to her quotes. I think that to an extent she was misunderstood, but behind the blond curly locks and sexy voice was a very wise…
Today it was time to stop and think. To contemplate the changes in my life over the past few years, and now doubt the changes to come. When I am working on my Wednesday quote series, sometimes I start with…
Years ago, after coming home from work a little stressed and worn down from office politics, I was presented with a ceramic duck. ‘Put this on your desk, and look at it every time you need to’. Wise words…
The day I attended the most fabulous buffet, my relationship with food changed, and it has never changed back. I was always the person who had to have the last biscuit, in fact a packet of biscuits, or a bar…
A great idea for bloggers. Thanks to Danielle LilliWhiteRose for the nomination. It is a great fun way of taking stock! I challenge you to do it. A – Arthritis. It is in my hands, and although I deal with it…
Most mornings I start off with a shower. It wakes me up and gives me a delicious feeling of freshness as I get on with the day. I have tried shower gels and soaps, but I had never tried a…