….Biophilia Do you know what this word means? I didn’t until I came across it in a book called The Geography of Bliss by David Weiner. This brilliant book is about the 10 happiest nations in the world and the secrets to their joy. It turns out that one of the the major factors to […]
Hold the phone…
I saw this poster on the tube today for Diana – her fashion story at Kensington Palace and I literally cannot wait to see visit. Princess Diana was a true fashion icon and an inspirational woman. My Mom loved Princess Diana and I grew up leafing through pages of Hello Magazine and it’s one of […]
Maltby Street Market
Maltby Street Market, also known as Ropewalk Market is such a great place for a weekend stroll. Certain things are guaranteed, amazing food choices, a buzzing atmosphere and excellent quality fresh produce. A highlight of visiting this weekend was stopping by M-Wines for a tasting and with a curated collection of 1,000 numbered bottles, you know […]
One room at the Banksy hotel please
The Walled Off hotel is a place that I would stay in an instant. Just opened in Bethlehem, it overlooks the barrier separating Palestinian Territories from Israel. It’s a hotel that some people think has the worst view in the world. I’ve said it in many of my posts, but street art is one of […]
Art Fix at Tate Britain
Art is the only way to run away without leaving home This quote from Thwyla Tharp perfectly encompasses the power of art to change a mood or take us on a journey. It is literally good for the soul to walk around Tate Britain.When I stopped by, the colours and light in these paintings stopped […]
A quote to beat hump day!
I’m still going strong with my 30 day blogging challenge and really enjoying it! I’ve had quite a busy day at work and I’m just back from a delicious Indian meal for a joint birthday, so this post is a short one! I think T.S.Eliot had the most amazing way of making huge impact in […]
#smileyselfie
I took this selfie of my family on a recent trip home to Dublin and I love it. It’s so rare that we’re all in the one spot at the same time. I’ve lived in London almost five years now and time spent with family is a bit like that famous Mastercard phrase! I’m like […]
Rachel Jackson London – I want it all!
I’ve fallen in love with Rachel Jackson’s jewellery. Simple as! Along with her to die for pieces, I really connect with Rachel’s can-do attitude and this mantra that she lives by from her website… ‘She believed she could so she did’ Rachel left a career in the music industry behind and started designing jewellery at […]
Breaking down walls and building peace
Northern Ireland has endured one of the most complicated and protracted modern conflicts in the world and it has taken decades of political will and peace negotiations to bring it to the vibrant and peaceful place it is today. One of the best ways to learn about this fascinating city and its divided history, is […]
Old friends
I’ve been looking forward to today all week! It was the chance to spend time with one of my best friend’s in the whole word, Des. We were housemates for over two years in London and friends since our teens in Dublin. Now that we live on opposite sides of the city, we LOVE the […]