This. Just this. It seems to have become my mantra over the last few years. I'm under no illusions, it is a largely self inflicted state caused mostly by three habitual problems - an inability to say no, too many ideas and a misguided belief that I can actually do everything. Need some extra help at school? No problem. Can I just mend your top? Of course. You need a business plan in two days? Send me the details over. Don't get me wrong, I'm not actually complaining. I like b

My daughter went on her very first residential school trip last week. She is 7. I had some reservations about letting her go (cue internal "she's so small!" wailing). Turns out I was right to be hesitant. She left as a 7 year old; three days later school returned a 17 year old. I feel like I went to bed and woke up a decade later but without the benefit of ten years' sleep. Admittedly, most of the initial attitude and determined independence has now past, but she has definite

One of the most enjoyable parts of my working week are the hours I spend teaching crochet. I run both beginners and intermediate courses and absolutely love it. What could be better than spending an hour crocheting with a group of like minded people over a cup of tea and a chocolate biscuit? The rest of the world stops for an hour, and the concentrated quiet that tends to fill the class is an excellent way of switching off from the hustle and bustle of every day life. Very ea