Confession time… lockdown weight gain.
29/09/2020A little confession, lockdown weight gain… Yes, it happened. Although I did exercise during lockdown, I gained weight. A whole stone has snuck on…yes 14lbs of fat. My diet somewhat went from being healthy to being…I think best described as… whatever. I’ve noted the weight gain, and where it all went wrong! As, there is no doubting it did go wrong. I have an underactive thyroid which sometimes makes my weight harder to control, and I know I had a bit of a blip with my thyroid in the midst of lockdown. But, I think I’m back on track now,…
Choosing the right dance style for you.
Collaborative Post “Dance is the hidden language of the soul”― Martha Graham Martha Graham was not only an inspirational dancer and choreographer who reshaped American dance in the early twentieth century, but also a very wise woman. I really think a…
CAT Junior Crew – Toys review
We were so excited to get to review CAT – Junior Crew toys! Like many children, my son loves diggers, so I knew we’d have fun trying these out! The toys are lightweight, but robust. Designed for children aged 2…
Gift Ideas For A History Lover Partner
This Article Is Published In Partnership With Mediabuzzer. If your partner is a person who loves history, it would be nice to give them a gift that has a history of its own, and if you are planning a proposal…
What I’ve been reading this August
I’ve needed a little inspiration over the last few weeks. So I’ve been reading books which I hope will inspire me to work towards my fitness goals. Of course, reading won’t avoid the hard work of getting fitter. But, I…
The Best Places To Fish In Australia
This article is published in partnership with Mediabuzzer Image Source: Unsplash Australia is a brilliant country for many different types of sports, but it has some of the best fishing in the world. From fishing inland areas in streams and…
Mental Health
Collaborative Post I was contacted to share this graphic on Mental Health Misdiagnoses in Children. It highlights different causes with similar symptoms. I think sometimes it is hard for children – especially younger children – to explain if they are…
Why I use lists to keep organised.
I am a list maker. Since about the age of 17, I have made lists. Back then the lists were for revision, and chores. But now, I have lists for everything. They help to keep me on track, and make…
Sleepless in the heatwave.
I enjoy the heat now as much as I did as a young adult. But, as I get older I do seem to struggle to sleep when the weather is hot. Or perhaps, I now need more sleep than I…
Walking with my family.
Walking with my family has been a highlight of lock-down. We have covered miles just pottering along the footpaths local to us. It’s become a bit of a habit that after dinner we will go out, and walk. To be…
Mammogram – Info-graphic
Collaborative Post What is a Mammogram? A mammogram is a form of breast screening, basically it’s an x-ray of breasts. But what happens when you have a mammogram? I have to be honest I had never thought about this, and…
Dancing In My Wellies
Family, Country Life and Greener Living
