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 […]
Creating a capsule wardrobe
Owning a 37 piece, carefully curated wardrobe is the dream right? The reality is a little further from the truth for most of us. That’s why it was so refreshing to listen to Lauren Jobling, founder of Wardrobe Doctor remind us that less is more when it comes to our wardrobe. I’ll try and remember that […]
Spring is coming
Sunrise was at 7:43 am this morning. What a welcome relief to climb out of bed and see a little bit of brightness. I love this time of year. It makes me look forward to brighter, warmer days and that winter, even though beautiful in its own way, is almost over. Spotting brand new shoots […]
Wild
I haven’t done a review of a movie in a while, but after watching Wild, I had to jot down a few words. Based on a true story, we follow Cheryl Strayed, played by the brilliant Reese Witherspoon, as she embarks on a lone 1,100 mile hike along America’s Pacific Crest Trail. If you’re thinking […]
Introducing BLOOM of the BLOCK
Leyla Hussein, owner of BLOOM of the BLOCK has literally just turned over a new leaf in life and launched her own florist and styling business. I caught up with this inspirational talent to pick her brains about being her own boss and to hear more about her striking graphic approach to styling plants and […]
Duck & Waffle
Serving from sunrise to sunset and 40 floors up, Duck & Waffle in the Heron Tower is an incredible dining experience. We ended up here after a brilliant night out at Koko in Camden, another iconic London night spot that needs a post entirely to itself. The crazy thing about Duck & Waffle is that no matter […]
Discovering Old Street
One of my favourite tube stations to walk out of is easily Old Street. It’s a place that I never tire of visiting. It just sums up London perfectly. With its many confusing roundabout exits, crowds of people and relentless traffic, there’s a frisson of energy on every corner. If you’re a fan of people-watching, this […]
Dad
My first memory is of you. The early morning light on a French campsite when you brought me for a walk. I remember the feel of my towelling cream and yellow little t-shirt and watching water-spiders skate across the top of the pond. I remember balancing on your feet and laughing, looking at your face […]