It might seem strange – to speak about ‘giving myself permission’ – to do anything – yet I have found that it really is sometimes necessary for me – to do just that – I need to allow myself – to do those things that maybe simply don’t come naturally to me. ‘Resting’ – is…

Last week I had a real treat – a good friend came over – for a long awaited coffee and a catch up – but that was not all – as she brought along all the ‘tools of her trade’ – as a podiatrist – ( or – as they used to be called –…

There are many times in our lives – when we are suddenly accosted by a memory – a sight – a smell -a sound – a special date – or occasion – can take us by surprise – evoke so many varied emotions. Today – is one such day for us – as a family…

I’ve been touched this week – by the many acts of kindness that I have seen – and heard about – in response to those who are suffering because of this latest war. There has been an outpouring of generosity – which – as someone once said – is “the most natural outward expression –…