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When a Mother Rises, the Whole Family Rises
Rises How to overcome imposter syndrome and live your mission in real time I used to fear calling myself a coach, a mentor, an expert, or a leader in a space where I don’t have the “official” qualifications. That’s the voice of imposter syndrome. But when you look closer, a title is just a label.…
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Why I Ate a Raw Carrot for Breakfast
This morning started like so many others. I came downstairs, still a little bleary-eyed, and began the comforting, well-worn routine of making porridge. My four-year-old was the first one to join me. His small feet padding across the floor, his arms wrapped tightly around his beloved teddy bunny — the same one he had fallen…
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The Night I Showed Up a Day Late – And Why I’m Still Grateful
Tonight, on a Saturday evening, I was buzzing with excitement. It wasn’t for anything grand or glamorous — no dinner parties, no extravagant plans. It was for something much simpler and, for me, much more special: a crafting workshop to support my friend’s brand-new business, Meet Me At Mabels. Kellie has just opened a gorgeous…
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10 Easy, Screen-Free Activities for Kids While You Make Dinner
Simple ideas to keep your children calm, creative, and connected — without the telly. It’s that chaotic hour between school and dinner. Everyone’s tired, hungry, and a little bit emotional. And while you’re trying to cook, your children want snacks, cuddles, and your full attention — all at once. Sound familiar? Here are 10 screen-free,…
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The Easter We Forgot the Rules
– And Found the Magic Instead – Easter started with sea salt on my skin and magic in the air. I got home just before 7am, after an early morning dip in the sea—my own quiet ritual of renewal—and walked into the warmest scene: two of my children curled up on the sofa, giggling at…
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Why I Let My Kids Eat Chocolate on Easter (Even Though I Don’t Want Them To)
A heartfelt mum reflection on sugar, childhood magic, and doing our best I don’t want my kids to eat chocolate. Not really. Not in the quantities they do over Easter weekend. But I let them anyway. Because Easter is more than sugar. It’s magic. It’s tradition. It’s childhood memories being made in real-time. And as…
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What My Kid’s Think of Me
Final thoughts from our Favourite Things series Over the past few days, I sat down with each of my four beautiful children and asked them about their favourite things in the world. From teddies and waffles to obstacle courses and cloud wonderlands, I let each conversation be completely led by them—and honestly? I learned more…