“Everything is normal. You are normal” Now that’s what I like to hear from a doctor! I got that this week. My liver is normal, inflammatory markers for my Colitis are normal. Palpitations and feeling generally numb due to anxiety, yup that’s a thing and that’s perfectly normal. One thing my doctor did say was the C word. Counselling. I …
Short and Sweet
The school run is very quiet at the moment due to Covid. Many year groups remain off. Those years that have returned are part time and all drop offs and pick ups are staggered for everyone’s safety My daughter returned to her school for the last 3 weeks of term and she really enjoyed reuniting with her friends as they …
Let there be Cake
In my corner of the world recently, things have been very busy. My mind has been grateful for the constant distraction. We celebrated Father’s Day, my daughters 4th birthday and my husband’s birthday; all in the space of three weeks. Shops being closed, travel still restricted and family not being allowed to visit, has meant that our celebrations were a …
Hope for Change
It’s been a few weeks since my last post. The world is still very challenging, with the ever changing restrictions in place, to protect us from the coronavirus. As our country starts to open for business and people flock to beaches and bars; families are still apart and waiting patiently for permission to embrace. Black Lives Matter protests have taken …
The Battle Within
Been feeling like a failure of late. Just putting that out there. Lockdown has heightened these emotions. I’m feeling a bit of a useless article. In the immediate, I feel like I can’t help more people or contribute to the greater effort. Since the restrictions have come in, I’m doing even less. I don’t even shop for grocery supplies; my …
The Bubble
It’s funny when a decision you don’t want to make gets made for you… It looks like my daughter will not be returning to Pre-School at all. The bubble is full. Now there’s a sentence I never thought I’d say! Her school is very small and can only allow a bubble of 15 children, to return during the current Covid …
Meh Moments
We are currently enjoying the last day of complete lockdown. From tomorrow, some schools return; markets and car showrooms reopen and members of the public are allowed to socialise in small groups of 6. Still socially distant though, no hugs and kisses. We are only allowed to meet outside, no home visits. It’s tentative, it’s conditional but it’s a …
7 Weeks
That’s right, 7 weeks I have been working out 5 – 6 times per week. Anywhere from 25 minutes to 60 minutes per time. My workouts include cardiovascular, strength training and stretches. I’m not bragging. There is zero to brag about. I’m proud of myself but I could really do with seeing actual results. I started doing this to improve …
Mind v Meditation
I have finally started my meditation journey. I have always been curious about it and as many people turn to practicing mindfulness, for various reasons, I also took the leap. I quite fancy shutting the world out. Having the ability to quiet my mind. I have an inner monologue that is permanently mulling things over. My brain is constantly absorbing …
Can’t Wait
Can’t wait to see you. Can’t wait to be with you Can’t wait to give you a hug. Can’t wait to celebrate your birthday with you. Can’t wait to have lunch together. Can’t wait… Time in lockdown is many things but mostly, it’s time away from family and friends. A coffee with mum, a liquid lunch with your …