I love the monthly wellbeing calendars from Action for Happiness. January’s calendar is focussed on Happy New Year. I’ve decided to blog my progress through January’s actions. “Spread happiness by doing kind things for others” Strangely, this was a difficult one today. My opportunities were limited to my immediate family as we didn’t really see […]
The One About Action for Happiness (2nd Jan)
I love the monthly wellbeing calendars from Action for Happiness. January’s calendar is focussed on Happy New Year. I’ve decided to blog my progress through January’s actions. Today’s action is “make time to do something kind for yourself”. Now, I have to confess that I had a self-care afternoon/evening yesterday on the sofa watching The […]
The One About Action for Happiness (1st Jan)
I love the monthly wellbeing calendars from Action for Happiness. January’s calendar is focussed on Happy New Year. I’ve decided to blog my progress through January’s actions. 1st – Find three good things to look forward to. First has to be our summer holiday. Last year, we spent an amazing week at Malham Tarn Field […]
The One With All the Negativity
This advert popped up on my social media feed today: My response: I’ve been a teacher for 16 years and worked in many schools. I’m respected (in the main) and valued. I’m happy. I spend time with my children and husband at the weekends. I’m free to be me. There’s too much negative press about […]
The One With the Hair Dye
(Spoiler alert: it doesn’t go horribly wrong) Before you read this review, there are several things you should know;”: 1 – I haven’t home dyed my hair since the last millennium. I do have my hair coloured by a very experienced hairdresser, every few months. It takes her a long time to do it and […]
The One Without an Easter Plan
I’ve had Easter holiday plans and “to do” lists before. I’ve even shared them here, inspired by someone else doing the same. Not for 2018, though. This Easter holiday, all our house is focussing on is recovery from a winter season of germs that have battered us all. We’re all tired, we’re all in need […]
The One About Workload
I don’t write often enough, and I certainly don’t write enough about things that matter. Today, I’m thinking about my work. And specifically my workload. I teach. I’m contracted for 13.5 hours over 2.5 days. And yet my children attend nursery for 30 hours on my three teaching days. How come they are there for […]
The One With December Photos (part 3)
Day 25 – morning Day 26 – family Day 27 – weather Day 28 – relaxation Day 29 – sparkle Day 30 – self portrait Day 31 – party
The One With December Photos (part 2)
Day 14 – Shopping Day 15 – Game Day Day 16 – Baking Day 17 – Green Day 18 – Winter Wonderland Day 19 – Boots Day 20 – Night Day 21 – Grateful Day 22 – Christmas Tree Day 23 – Presents Day 24 – Tradition
The One With December Photos (part 1)
So last month’s challenge was so good, I’ve started a new one. 31 Days of Photos! Day 1 – Home Day 2 – Red Day 3 – Indulgent treat Day 4 – Holiday movie Day 5 – Cozy Day 6 – Out & About Day 7 – Mess Day 8 – Winter Accessories Day […]