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Everything Retreat – Rest, Relaxation and Some Sheep

May 2, 2025May 5, 20253 Comments

Dad died unexpectedly. He had not been well for a while, but there’s not being well and then there’s dying. We never expected the later. I decided we needed to disappear & leave home for a few days … just chill with Mollie dog. Disclaimer - NOTHING is ever very chilled with Mollie. She’s old, … Continue reading Everything Retreat – Rest, Relaxation and Some Sheep

The last few days …

February 27, 2025February 27, 2025Leave a comment

I popped onto Instagram earlier for a distraction from reality. I had a quick swipe, old habits die hard , but stopped as quickly as I had started. It’s all the same ; London fashion week, or whatever fashion week it is this week. I lose track? You need this , you need that. To … Continue reading The last few days …

My dad died today …

February 25, 2025February 25, 20255 Comments

It might seem weird I’m writing about it so soon, while it’s so raw but writing is my therapy and don’t they say whatever gets you through the night I’m still in shock. My  jaw aches because I must subconsciously be clenching it, my head is thumping and my throat is dry. I’m hungry but … Continue reading My dad died today …

My love affair with vampires … 

January 4, 2025January 4, 20254 Comments

I’m not sure where it all started? Did I read the book Dracula by Bram Stoker first or did I watch Salem’s Lot? All I know is that from quite a young age I’ve had a deep fascination with vampires, especially Count Dracula.  Perhaps I have always been attracted to Powerful, Charming creatures of the night … Continue reading My love affair with vampires … 

I T’S A D A Y

December 23, 2024December 24, 2024Leave a comment

a few at the most…  As I have grown older my Christmas has become more of a feeling , certain smells that trigger nostalgic thoughts  ; a mix  of memories that make me both laugh and cry. It can be as sad as it is happy . I have  felt loved & happiness . I … Continue reading I T’S A D A Y

He said what . . . ?!

December 2, 2024December 2, 20241 Comment

I don’t really comment much on stuff that goes on behind ‘the scenes’  with TV personalities because we don’t know all the facts …. BUT I’ll say this because it hit a little nerve earlier & he did say what he said … ‘Middle class woman of a certain age’ have probably had enough of … Continue reading He said what . . . ?!

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