There’s something strangely comforting about eating three bowls of instant ramen in one day. I can’t quite explain it—maybe it’s the pull of carbs on a gloomy head-cold afternoon, or perhaps the thrill of little indulgences that evolve slowly over time. Today, I started with the spicy chilli ramen that clears your sinuses and makes … Read more
The Simple Joy of Autumn: Little Ones and Snug Walks There’s something quietly magical about Autumn. The way the leaves turn copper and gold, the air grows crisp, and mornings carry a gentle hush that makes you slow down, even if just a little. This week, I bundled my little one into their snug pram … Read more
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
