My 25th Birthday!

My 25th Birthday!

Mother’s day tried to gatecrash my birthday, but I absolutely didn't let that happen! 25, come to mama! Closer to 30 than 20, is a scary thought! I equally love and hate birthdays; I love celebrating life, but the thought of ageing without a moment to pause and just enjoy now, I detest. "Ageing like [...]

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Happy Valentine’s Day!

What Is Your Favourite Christmas Movie?

What Is Your Favourite Christmas Movie?

I've had a recent awakening, festive movies don't have to be cheesy and predictable, oh no that's so last year. There are a few gems that are incredibly touching, saddening at times and remind you just how lucky you are to be loved! I saw 'Love Actually' recently. Yes, I've been living on another planet [...]

Christmas and Materialism – Has The Meaning Of Christmas Changed?

Christmas and Materialism – Has The Meaning Of Christmas Changed?

What immediately enters your mind when you think of Christmas? Food, presents, laying down... oh and family time. What's happened to being grateful, living in the moment and attending midnight mass? Unheard of in today's generation. Indoctrination here is key. The decline in appreciating the meaning and concept of wholesome family time without the bells [...]

Wordless Wednesday!

Wordless Wednesday!

Yes, I can confirm these are edible pinecone cakes, perfect accompaniment with a mug of mulled wine or hot chocolate. Yumm!