After a particularly bleak and seemingly endless winter, thank goodness that spring is finally here. Of course, it is not just the nation’s mood which has been affected by this winter’s harsh conditions and unseasonable cold. The harvest of Jersey Royal new potatoes typically signifies the start of the warmer weather. No spring salads or summer… Read More
I have been worried my whole life. Fear is my constant companion. As soon as I was old enough to know that pain and death existed, I feared for the times when they would happen to me. When I had children, this worsened – there was so much more to lose. The worry is always… Read More
As parents, we spend a lot of time making sure everyone else is dressed, safe, happy and eating healthily. It can be a little tricky to remember to take care of yourself. There have been many days when it has got to lunchtime and I suddenly realise that I never got round to eating breakfast.… Read More
I have written about how hard it can be for neurodiverse families to get out of the house quite a bit over the years. Both Biggest and I are homebodies. We love our comforts, hate crowded places and love having the time and space to indulge our passions in peace and safety. However, we both… Read More
If I were to tell you that I was suffering from post-natal depression, you may feel a little awkward about what to say. Some subjects in our society are still taboo and another person’s suffering is always hard to navigate. When I lost a baby at 10 weeks, the people I told had mixed reactions.… Read More
The universe is a big deal in this household. Space, and particularly the stars and planets, are an unfaltering special interest for Biggest. If I am honest, space has always held an unrivaled fascination for me too. I love learning about it, love reading, writing and watching Science Fiction. When I was around fifteen, I… Read More