Hoverfly dreams
When things get tough, this is what you should do: Make good art. I’m serious. Husband runs off with a politician — make good art....
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When Walking becomes Nostalgia
There is an old lane nearby. Halfway along, next to a lay-by, stands a middle-aged oak, probably only about 80-100 years old. When I first...
Digital Minimalism - book review & notes
I recently read Cal Newport's latest book Digital Minimalism - On Living Better with Less Technology after being one of the volunteers who agreed to...
2020 - A Year of Less
During the Christmas and New Year holiday of 2019 I did what I often do and reflected on the passing year and what I would...
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Un-optimising Dog Walks Zecharia, Jesuits, Lions and an Antidote for the Overthinker Make Sure You're Not Tracking The Wrong Lion Loving a Cold Misty Morning...
Tea
Strong, slightly milky, is how I currently like my mug of tea. Tea has been a constant companion of mine for over forty years now....
Manchester Monsters
Spotted on a recent fun trip to Manchester... love them!
To Do: The Alastair Method
How do you use your Bullet Journal to manage complex todo lists? I have to admit, I have struggled sometimes. The reason for this being...
And my Mum TOLD me to play it!!
I love the different colour and case that the seven year old used to write this little note.
Getting Things Done via Push-Ups
I want to introduce you to a productivity tool that I have found effective in helping you knock off items from your todo list, energise...
Operation sprout
I am determined to crack this allotment thing. Somewhere in my small mind I have a vision of being able to provide fresh, tasty and...
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