I started journaling consistently (for me!) just over a year ago. We all know in theory how mentally beneficial it is but getting started is an absolute nightmare. Looking back at my Pinterest boards it’s easy to see why it took me so long. There seems to be so much to think about and plan. … More One Journal To Rule Them All
Hello Lovelies! The last few years have been pretty tough in my little household. All inspiration and creativity have completely left me. I’ve tried on several occasions to make something, learn something, do anything. The worst part is that I’ve not even cared over the last couple of years. I’m feeling the need to get … More A Return To Blogging
I’ve spent the last fifteen years trying to find/work on a side hustle. And it’s followed the ridiculous cycle of: start a Creative Thing – wonder how I can monetise The Thing – obsess over how other people do The Thing – hate The Thing – start a new Creative Thing. I realise that cycle … More Burnout
I grew up in the seventies and in my family sunday’s were all about music. Cool parents, they threw us into everything and still have an enviable vinyl collection. This morning I was adding a couple of songs to my seventies Spotify list and realised I listen to this nearly every sunday. It made me … More Sunday Playlist
“It’s Wednesday my dudes…”~ that bloke on Vine The end of this month sees the completion of the first full year of my degree. At this rate I’ll be done in 7 years, I’d like to pick up the pace a bit but realistically I know it’s not going to happen. And that’s fine. It’s … More What I’ve Learnt in My First Year of Online Studying
Assignment 5 was going quite well, till I hit a major speedbump. My sewing machine is not a happy bunny. Untouched for ages, I’m having major problems trying to get it to do anything, I’ve worked out where the problem is but I just need some time to get it cleaned up, oiled, and just … More Zen and the Art of Sewing Machine Maintenance
It’s been a few weeks since I’ve blogged and it’s been a weird few weeks! I applied for pretty much my dream job, not to mention with a dream salary. Didn’t even get an interview and to be honest I don’t know what I was thinking. These little knocks do make you think about a … More Still Here
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