It’s my birthday next week. By the time this column comes out, I will have turned 30. I’ve not decided how … More
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Honest Motherhood: Plant Parenthood
I became a plant parent this weekend. Up until last week, our home had spent years severely lacking in the … More
A Colourful Life: Nine Years of Blogging
“Let me live, love, and say it well in good sentences.”― Sylvia Plath Nine years. How did I start this blog … More
A Colourful Life: 5 Ways to get your Creativity Flowing
“You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.”― Maya Angelou One of my favourite forms of … More
Honest Motherhood: Manchester with Maia
I took my nine year old to Manchester to see Lizzo last weekend. (Lizzo, the American singer, rapper and flutist.) … More
Honest Motherhood: Breaking point
Our washing machine broke this week. Then a day later, we noticed our dishwasher had packed up too. “WHY are all … More
Solo Travel: The Other Maia, Lisbon, Portugal
As I am leaving my hostel I cannot shake the niggle that I simply must have a photo in the … More
A Colourful Life: The Nervous Driver
I drove to Guildford and back yesterday. This is a big deal for me. No mean feat. I had my dad … More
Solo Travel: Table for Two, Lisbon, Portugal
My first night in Lisbon I arrived at the hostel around 7pm. After settling into my room and making several … More
Solo Travel: The quandary of dining alone
Solo travel can be tricky for various reasons. One would be mealtimes. Specifically the evening meal. I’ve never felt able to eat … More