“Be silent in that solitude, Which is not loneliness—for then The spirits of the dead, who stood In life before thee, are again In death around thee, and their will Shall overshadow […]
Halloween
Durham Cathedral & St Cuthbert
I am in Durham today and, as usual when visiting, I find myself in the majestic cathedral that dominates the skyline of this beautiful city. Durham Cathedral is a very special place. […]
Get Motivated For Change
“Only I can change my life, no one can do it for me.” – Carol Burnett Like everyone, there have been times in my life when I have felt unfulfilled or discontented, […]
Autumn Blues
I struggle with this time of year. Although I like the idea of Bonfire night, Halloween and Christmas, I can’t say I’m jumping around with glee. Summer is over and I love […]
Becoming a Counsellor
One morning, just after Christmas 2000, I decided that I wanted to become a counsellor. Yes, just like that. I think I was reading an article in a paper about the incredible […]
‘Come Follow Me’ … Life as a New Blogger
When I was a child, my favourite book was a compilation of poems called “Come Follow Me”. I loved that book so much, I would take it everywhere. I still have […]
Animals – The Best Therapy.
I was reading an article in The New York Times the other day about cats as therapists. Not cats with clipboards asking about our relationships with our mothers you understand, but […]
Fuerteventura, A Piece of Paradise.
Counting down the days to this holiday, I thought about how perfectly lovely it would be to be back on the beach in Fuerteventura, and I was right. This place never disappoints. Walking […]
20 STARS of Skincare and Makeup
When I started to make this list, I suddenly realised why my credit cards bills are so high! I spend a lot of money on makeup and skincare and I enjoy wearing/using […]
Take a Break and Recharge
I’m on holiday at the moment and it is FABULOUS! All my work cares and worries have disappeared. I’m sleeping better and longer, I wake every morning without anxiety, I’m relaxed and completely […]
