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Read my regular posts sharing insights from different aspects of my work, and my personal journey of learning and growth.

A story within a story

A story within a story

I love this book. My Grandma gave it to me when I was about 7 years old. It was awarded to her almost 100 years ago by Newcastle Upon Tyne education committee for her progress at school. It has illustrations, activities, and stories to guide the reader through the...

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Write your own story

Write your own story

When I saw this photo, I felt drawn to write something about it. It captures an experience that left my heart bursting with joy, and my face sore from smiling. Last weekend, my husband’s band played live together for the first time in almost two years. It was a big...

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Just Do It

Just Do It

Have you ever felt drawn to do something that makes a difference in your life, but when the time comes to make it a reality, you’ve missed the opportunity? That’s what happened with us at the beginning of 2020. We began looking for a motorhome just before lockdown,...

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Meet Adam – the happiest guy I know

Meet Adam – the happiest guy I know

This is my nephew Adam. It's a privilege to introduce him to you, and today feels like a good day to do that, as []at the time of writing this] it's International Day of Happiness. Adam has a heart full of sunshine and gratitude, and a smile that lights up the world....

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Falling down is part of life…

Falling down is part of life…

...Getting back up is living" (Unknown) My husband Alan was diagnosed with MS in 1997. He doesn't have any remission - it's there, full-on, 365 days a year. As it's MS Awareness week, I'd like to share some experiences with you about what it's like having MS in our...

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