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When Africa Stole My Heart
Africa has taken a piece of my heart for her own. I was almost 40 years old when I first visited this beautiful continent. A milestone birthday deserved a milestone holiday. One off…
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A Business Is Born
2018. The year my working world changed. And an Artisan business was Born. As I entered this year I already knew I was at a career crossroads. My event styling business of almost…
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The Imposter
Some of you will know I find comfort in upcycling. There is something deeply satisfying about taking a piece of furniture which is destined for landfill and giving it the kiss of life.…
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The Truth about the ‘Am’ in Team
England are out of the World Cup! I know, it’s almost 24 hours but I am still in denial. But, before you click the close button, hear me out. I am not talking…
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My New Friend
I have a new friend. She’s called Sally. We met on the Thursday and by Friday we were on a road trip together. It was going to be an interesting three days. Glenlivet…
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10 Glamping Greats (Howe of Torbeg style)
I love glamping. I mean, really. It’s camping with benefits. No strings attached. So imagine when we discover some new timber glamping pods just over an hour from home. And then imagine when…
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Different Brush Strokes
I have just discovered Frenchic paint. Oh my God. How did I not know this paint even existed? I am not a patient crafter. Nor decorator for that matter. I am really not…
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Unstoppable Women
This week I was at the Association of Scottish Businesswomen’s conference down at Perth Theatre. The Unstoppable Women conference. Now in a year which celebrates 100 year of votes for women, you might…
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My Father’s Hands
I get my fingers from my Dad. As in my actual fingers – or at least that’s what my Mum always says. “You have your Dad’s hands”. Now that’s not such an attractive…
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Magpie Pickings
I was reading the in-flight magazine the other day and came across an interview with TV Masterchef’s John Torode. I was on my way home from a walking holiday with friends in Portugal. …
