LETS DINE under the “Shingles”

LETS DINE under the “Shingles”

If I could sit down comfortably right now at a dining table, I’d probably be writing this with a cup of tea and a biscuit I don’t need. Instead, I’m uncomfortable in pain and itching and driving myself nuts with trying to get comfortable. Why? Because I have shingles. Found out yesterday. After a long [...]

Nobody’s Child

Nobody’s Child

This weekend I read Nobodys Child by Virginia Giuffre and I wasn’t prepared for how much it would stay with me. I picked it up thinking I’d read a few pages before bed. Except it wasn’t a few pages. It was fifty. Then another fifty. And before I knew it, I’d finished it. I couldn’t [...]

A QUIET PLACE

A QUIET PLACE

Here’s my brand-new nook, fresh from Chez Moi, A chair so plush it still has that showroom name. The cushions are firm, no sag in sight yet, The backrest supports me no creaks, no regret. Right beside it, my bookshelf stands proud and straight, books neatly lined up, no leaning to hate. They’re crisp, barely [...]

Cozy Porch in my beach hut

Cozy Porch in my beach hut

There is a very specific kind of luxury that comes from sitting down and doing absolutely nothing. Being firmly planted on my Chez Moi chairs, while the rain aggressively taps on the roof like it’s got opinions. I mean, it’s winter but these look and feel just as great inside the beach hut! Is it [...]

The dream kitchen v reality

The dream kitchen v reality

In my universe the one where my Second Life avatar lives her best, perfectly curated digital existence, my kitchen is a masterpiece. No clutter. No gadgets. No stack of post that’s been “temporarily” living on the counter for three weeks. Just sleek lines, spotless worktops, and me floating through it like a minimalist domestic goddess. [...]

First time back

First time back

This is my first time logging into Second Life after about two weeks since surgery on my shin, it’s like coming back to a kids nursery that’s been running without supervision. Oh hang in, I left my Zoobie kids drawing at the virtual table. I was re-entering virtual civilisation. Then the flood of offline messages [...]

The Bedroom

The Bedroom

A well placed bedroom encourages better sleep, which is vital for mental clarity, emotional well-being, and physical health. The ambience matters. Soft lighting, calming colours, fresh air, and a clutter-free environment can significantly influence how quickly we drift off and how deeply we rest. Even small adjustments, such as investing in a high-quality mattress or [...]