On ‘making memories’, or letting them make us

‘Making memories’ has become a popular phrase in the past few years. I get why people use it – it’s … More

Rest. Just do it.

The last few weeks have felt super busy. On paper, probably not as busy as they have been in years … More

What does it mean to ‘listen to your body’?

You’ve probably been offered this nugget of wisdom at some point when you’ve been unwell or exhausted: “Make sure you … More

Everything changes but you

Wow, it’s been a while since I posted anything! The last few months have been full of change for me … More

Shifting sands: how Covid could help us make peace with uncertainty

Well hello there! It’s been a while hasn’t it? I’ve had a few blog posts in my head recently, but … More

The infuriating opportunity of Groundhog day

The other night my husband and I found ourselves watching that 90s classic Groundhog Day. A few minutes in I … More

Today has enough worries (and joys) of its own

For the first few weeks of lockdown I found my mind didn’t really stray beyond the madness of the current … More

Chronic during corona: Resisting offence and being an example of life well lived

More than once this week I’ve been annoyed by comments from people around me about my health or the decisions … More

Self-isolation with little ones – making plans and holding it together

Well life’s suddenly got a bit strange hasn’t it? So many of you with chronic illness (or without) will be … More