Published in Boomerangs·PinnedI’m an Ostrich — My Sister Said So!Let me explain what being an Ostrich means… — I don’t mind that Theresa, my sister labelled me an Ostrich recently because she’s absolutely right — I am. When life throws crap at me, I retreat and busy myself to avoid confrontation or facing up to the problem. I’m very good at pretending it’s not happening, and I will…Dementia5 min read
Published in Modern Women·PinnedBirth During a PandemicPregnancy and Birth story during one of the deadliest pandemics in history. — Meg and Jason planned their pregnancy. But, unfortunately, they had not prepared for a Corona-virus pandemic to take centre stage! It was February 2020. Covid-19 took the world by storm. It quickly escalated, and before the end of February, the BBC had begun broadcasting a daily update informing the nation…Women10 min read
Published in Boomerangs·PinnedWant an Altered Ego to Release your Hidden Hero?How to overcome anxiety — What is an altered ego? An altered ego is a character from within you that can surface when needed; it’s a personal creation of yourself that reflects your everyday personality but takes on a different persona. The different persona becomes an altered ego by acting out a role. Why create…Life Lessons5 min read
Published in Boomerangs·PinnedOur Cultural Faith in Superstitions — Why We Believe ThemThe eccentricities of human behaviour, and Dr. Who is indisputably right! — I grew up hearing superstitions. It wasn’t just a thing my grandparents retold. It is Cultural Faith in the UK that has never waned. Despite our cultural faith in superstitions, which are widely known and mostly poo-pooed as hog posh, they remain. …Superstition5 min read
Published in Boomerangs·PinnedDupuytren's Disease Destroyed my Career and Prevents me From Working many OthersThe Sad Reality of Living with Dupytren’s Disease — Dupuytren Disease (DD) is a disease of the hands. It was named after French Physician Baron Guillaume Dupuytren in 1831, although it was discovered much earlier than that in 1614 by Felix Plotter. It’s defined by fibrous connective tissue within the palm of the hand, which forms lumps and cords…Dupytrens Disease9 min read
Published in The Shortform·Apr 11Do you remember your parents or grandparents with gnarled bent fingers?Will it happen to you? — Health1 min readPhoto by Alan Cabello: https://www.pexels.comDo you remember your parents or grandparents with gnarled bent fingers?Will it happen to you?----
Published in Writers’ Blokke·Apr 1A Strange Encounter At The Cemeterylorna needed a closer look, she couldn’t quite believe what she was seeing — A Short Story — The funeral was well attended. It was no surprise; Adam had been a popular man. He had been a member of many community clubs; Sailing, archery, running, and he had been a regular pub-goer. His time as a town councillor was probably what most people will remember him for. Adam…Fiction4 min read
Published in Modern Women·Feb 16Midwifery Caused My Vitamin B12 Deficiency.Cognitive decline / Brain fog / Joint pain / Exhaustion / Vision loss / headaches. Midwifery is a demanding job that bears a high level of responsibility. Working thirteen-hour shifts in a large obstetric maternity unit, juggling motherhood to three young children, and running a home was tiring. The maternity…Health12 min read
Feb 7Purse Pattern and TutorialClippy Clasp Purse Making Tutorial — easy and suitable for beginner sewists — You will need; Sew-in metal purse clasp Paper Pencil Paper scissors Fabric scissors Pins Outer fabric lining fabric Wadding Fabric glue (optional) Needle and thread Sewing machineSewing4 min read
Published in Motivate the Mind·Feb 6Flying South Patchwork Quilt PatternFree easy quilt pattern for beginners using only squares. — This easy quilt pattern is eye-catching yet very easy to make. The design is a variation of the Bow Tie with flying geese and squares of equal size. Size; 73 inches X 52 inches This pattern is not ideal for a first project but is suitable for beginners with a…Patchwork Quilt8 min read
