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A much-loved family friend passed away this summer, leaving us all heartbroken. Her loss has led me to reflect on how precious our friendships are. They say friends are the family we choose, and that was certainly true of her. There’s something magical about spending time with someone who just
“There’s nothing to get old for” was a phrase I became familiar with as a child. My loving grandparents would each, in turn, half-jokingly, half-absolutely- deadly-seriously, warn me about the perils of ageing. Aches and pains, brain and body not cooperating on command as it once had, the horror of
If your best friend talked to you the way you sometimes talk to yourself, you’d likely be searching for a new bestie. We often say the most terrible, unkind, and hurtful things to ourselves—things we’d never say to someone we care about. “You’re not good enough.” “You look ugly.” “No
They say time machines are fictional, but I disagree, well to an extent. I was busy working when a song I hadn’t heard in years came on the radio, I was instantly transported back to my high school days. In that moment, I found myself reliving memories of the clothes
When I established my business six years ago, I had a clear vision. My goal was to support young people, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds or less privileged areas, in realising their potential beyond the limitations of their circumstances. What does that mean? Well it means that everyone, no matter
It had been years since I thoroughly decluttered my wardrobes, drawers and attic storage. With spring finally on the horizon, I decided that an uneventful February weekend was the perfect opportunity to tackle a task I’d been avoiding. Time to bid farewell to clothes, shoes, bags, and accessories that had
I’m typing this month’s article from the comfort of my bed, electric blanket on full pelt. It’s a bitterly cold January evening and frankly, I’m glad the only plans I have are, writing this, an hour with the telly and an early night. Which is irony itself, when what I
Have you heard about the buzz surrounding the practice of journaling? Now, we’re not talking about a typical daily diary, the kind my dad has faithfully kept for years (and undoubtedly makes for the easiest Christmas gift each year). I’m talking about Gratitude or Appreciation Journals—those that capture the small,
A Farewell to Gary: Navigating the emotional landscape of pet bereavement In the quiet moments of our lives, sometimes we’re lucky enough to stumble upon unforeseen moments brightness. In my case, that beam of unexpected sunshine appeared in the shape of a stray cat I affectionately named Gary. When he
As the holiday season approaches, we’ll soon be overwhelmed with Mariah Carey’s annual belter, social media hype, festive films, and high-profile department store commercials, all depicting the most idyllic time of the year. Brimming with cheerful celebrations, cherished moments with loved ones, and the timeless tradition of gift-giving. However, not