A Sick Day Like No Other It was a sick day — the first one in a while. My body felt heavy and awkward, stiff-necked, bunged up, and my own breathing sounded loud and alien. The little one, so generous with germs, had kindly shared this lurgy with me. My partner, also under the weather, … Read more
How a Cancelled Holiday Can Actually Make Life Better There was supposed to be sand, grandparents, and the kind of fried seaside food you pretend is “part of the experience.” Instead, there was a pharmacy bag on the kitchen counter, a GP appointment on a Saturday, and antibiotics lined up next to the kettle. Our … Read more
First 100K: Climbing Away – August Update August brought a baby-free weekend (more dates, fewer negotiations about bedtime), with the small human safely in the care of Granny and Grandpa. It reminded me why I’m chasing my First 100K in the first place: freedom. Turns out that “time off” as a parent is a lot … Read more
How turning a simple plan into triple the fun can actually boost your mental health—and your day. The Unexpected Fun of Getting Ready to Have Fun There’s something quietly thrilling about planning a day out — especially when that day involves Brighton, sea air, and a bit of sunshine (or drizzle, because, British weather). It’s … Read more
The Flat, the Ladder, and the Bonus That Magically Arrived The first time that LISA bonus hit my account, I just… stared at the screen. I’d done the thing — saved what I could, ignored the house prices that made me want to cry, and set up the account that everyone online either hyped to … Read more
