If there is one question that strikes fear into me on a form or in an interview it is ‘tell us about yourself’.  In that split second my mind goes blank and suddenly for someone who talks a lot I have nothing to say.  I sit there staring at the question attempting to figure out what I can say that is interesting about myself.  The immediate thoughts of ‘I’m a wife and mother of three’ seem to cover it in my eyes but surely they are looking for a better more in-depth answer than that.… View Post

Mother’s Day: Just For Me

Mother’s Day: Just For Me

When it comes to buying me a gift for Mother’s Day, birthday or Christmas I have to admit to being a little awkward. Whenever I am asked what I would like my mind goes blank, I shrug my shoulders and say ‘oh whatever’. Not very helpful and if that was me asking that question I’d be frustrated by the lack of ideas put forward.… View Post

This is me

This is me

Do you ever look at yourself in the mirror and wonder who it is that is staring back at you? When I stand in front of the mirror each morning I gaze at the black circles and… View Post

Can I pull off a dress?

Can I pull off a dress?

With Piglet’s christening in a little over a month, I have started to think about what I’m going to wear. My wardrobe consists of jeans, treggings and a selection of stripy tops. Not exactly ideal… View Post