I’m not a fan of social media posts that suggest the writer’s life is perfect. I just don’t buy it! My blog, aims to show a middle-aged-mamma’s life – warts and all! If you enjoy a smile, chat and a cup of tea with a pal, I think my posts might be for you.
If you’ve been following a while, you’ll know that I love to read, so the main focus of my website has always been to share book reviews and book club questions. Nothing is about to change there – books are, after all, what keep me sane (ish!)
Some great book choices! I have just spent a pleasant hour reading the Kate Greenaway medal shortlisted titles for this year. It...
Book Review of Sally Rooney’s Normal People Sally Rooney’s Normal People has been very popular as a serialized tv show...
I love how it is Patroclus who takes centre stage in this partial retelling of Homer’s Iliad. Book Review of...
Book Review of Charlotte Bronte’s Jane Eyre I love how quizzical and intelligent Charlotte Bronte appears in this image. Many...
Apples Never Fall by Liane Moriarty In Apples Never Fall, Liane Moriarty shows great insight into family dynamics. http://homepageMoriarty’s latest...
Image courtesy of unsplash (Laura Kapfer) Fictionalising real life is turning actual events from the past into a fictional story...
Earlier Blog Posts
I’m a firm believer in the "glass half full" approach and felt compelled to share the fantastic Easter weekend I had with my...
Exploring The Richness Of Intergenerational Friendships I’ve always found a natural connection with people older than...
Positive Classroom and Library Environments Displays are a very powerful tool in creating a positive classroom and library...
Embracing Change Saying goodbye is never easy Sometimes change can feel overwhelming, but a little bit of positivity can go...
My Porsche Driving Experience My dad trying out the porsche I’ve decided that part of embracing change entails embracing...
Tiger Parent or Alley Cat? I was having an on-line catch up with a teacher friend the other evening and...