Giving up chocolate is such a big deal to you that you write a blog post about it.Giving up chocolate is such a big deal that you write a SERIES of blog posts about it.One of those posts is titled 'A true chocoholic can justify any chocolate ...
Children’s book review – May
It's children's book review time! This month, we're back to the library with a lucky-dip selection featuring insects, owls, rabbits and a balloon.----Ambrose Goes for Gold / Tor FreemanImage sourceAmbrose Goes for Gold is cute, ...
Hansel and Gretel: the real story
The tale of Hansel and Gretel is well knownThey fooled the witch with a chicken boneThey crisped her up on an open flameAnd received only praise, and none of the blame But look a little closer at these twoWith innocent eyes of sparkling ...
10 (more) signs you’re a parent of young’uns
Oh, how life has changed since having children.Our CD player now longer blasts rock tunes. In fact, it no longer blasts at all. All music is kid-friendly and of a moderate decibel level.Our television no longer screens violence and swearing. In fact, ...
My career
My career means a lot to me. Just thought I'd get that out there so there's no confusion. Start warning: I'm exorcising a demon today. Something grrrrr-inducing and toxic that's been rattling around inside me for longer than it should have. ...
The Thirteenth Tale – Diane Setterfield (book review)
It's the first of the month, and time to discuss April's selection in the Pink Fibro Book Club (a facebook book club hosted by Allison Tait).Here are my thoughts on The Thirteenth Tale.----The Thirteenth Tale / Diane SetterfieldImage source'Tell me ...
Children’s book review – April
It's children's book review time! This month, I'm reviewing some of the titles my little boy got for his first birthday earlier this month.(My little boy is one! FREAK OUT! And... relax.)----How to Catch a Star / Oliver JeffersImage sourceThe ...
Quirky writer’s habits
I've been asked if I have any quirky writer's habits. And I have to say (chomp) that I absolutely (crunch, munch) positively (gulp, yum) don't have any. Sorry about that. You don't mind if I eat eight Freddo Frogs while I write this post, do ...
Things it’s difficult to do with your non-dominant arm/hand
Brush your teethBrush your hairWash your hairDry your hairTie your hair upDress yourselfDress a toddlerDress a babyApply make-up (especially when you're useless at it to begin with!)Spread butter on toastCut toast (or any food) into ...
You had a bad day
So. Bad days. They suck, right? THEY SUCK.I've had a few bad days lately. At least, that's what they feel like when I'm in the middle of them. Little things build until the little-thing-mountain feels like it's going to break my back.Until later, ...
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