I had the opportunity to volunteer at the Haringey Pirate Ship in Tottenham, East London once a month. Every session was so different and the energy that the children brought with them was infectious. I was there to help Young Pirates aged 9-12 with reading and writing and I ended up learning so much from […]
3 tips for sightseeing in Rome
We were lucky enough to honeymoon in Italy and as you can imagine, Rome in particular didn’t disappoint. Delicious food, ancient culture, great wine and a bustling city. I’ll resist rattling off everything that we loved. Instead, here are three of the highlights. Unwind with a spa experience If you’re looking for a total chill […]
A long weekend in Bristol
It’s the perfect city to while away a weekend. From exploring independent shops to delicious food and an incredible music scene, get Bristol on your travel list. We traveled to Bristol recently to celebrate Iain’s birthday and I’m so glad we finally got there. Here’s a few highlights from our time that might help if […]
The Cricket World Cup 2019 | South Africa Vs Bangladesh
I went to my first ever cricket match on Sunday and what a day it was. I had no idea what to expect but from the second we stepped out of the tube at Oval station, I knew it was going to be pretty special. The supporters from Bangladesh were literally jumping with excitement on […]
Pure, unadulterated happiness
There are moments of happiness in your life that take you by surprise and the complete and utter joy that I felt watching Mary Poppins Returns with my siblings, brother-in-law and nephew is one hundred per cent, one of these moments! I absolutely love the cinema and it just couldn’t make me any happier that […]
Brockley Market
I love nothing more than a morning spent at a food market. One of the best things about living in London is the sheer range of choice on offer. Fresh produce, knowledgeable traders and great atmosphere – what more could you want from the start to any weekend? Brockley Market isn’t as well known as […]
Exploring Manchester
I was in Manchester last weekend to watch my first Man United game which was absolutely brilliant! I have to admit, the love of all things red comes from my husband, but I really believe that the passion and interest that someone close to you has for something rubs off! The winning streak and the […]
There’s no place like home
Celebrating my birthday last weekend in Dublin was so special. When you live away, you soak up the time with family and friends and I definitely made sure to take everything in. For anyone who lives overseas, you’ll know the special joy of Superquinn (now Supervalue) sausages! No other sausage comes close, and believe me, […]
Autumn reflections
There’s a change in the seasons An intake of breath now cold, crisp and bright Flashes of burnt umber on blue Inky dark skies lit with the screams of a distant firework A time for carving and make-believe A season of all souls and pagan feasts Memories of youth, imagination and wild abandon Little footsteps […]
We got married…
A poem I wrote and read to Iain on our wedding day… Finding my way led me to you From standing as one To becoming the other piece, and building something entirely brand new You’ve sparked a happiness Too much to ever fully explain I’m a writer of words But sometimes jumbles of letters and […]