Offline
I have been a bit quiet of late. On here, at home, in life. There is nothing wrong, not really. Just sometimes, being around people, online and offline, can feel a bit exhausting. Recently, I’ve…
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Weekend Round-up
The Greek God(zilla) was home early on Friday afternoon, so he donned an apron and took over in the kitchen while I cleared the TV planner before the school run. By ‘cleared’, I mean that I…
Meet my Brother, Jack
This is me and my little brother, Jack. We were dining out at a fancy Soho restaurant called Bob Bob Ricard with our GLORIOUS friend, Steve. Our faces are a little bit flushed because there is a…
Dance Like No-one is Laughing
There are two things I really should not be seen doing in public: Dancing Wearing leggings in any way other than as an undergarment. I have the legs for neither. However, last summer, I did both.…
Letting Your Ugly Out
We all have parts of our body that we prefer to hide. In my case – my stomach, bum, ears, arms and thighs for starters. We can wear flattering clothes to portray our bodies in the best…
Prosecco Moment
The Greek God(zilla) was decorating last weekend. If you have read The Greek God(zilla)’s Guide to DIY then you will already be familiar with his unique ‘skills’ and understand why I may have been feeling a tad nervous. However, as…
Lunching with Ladies
I have been feeling spectacularly down this week. I think it is a mixture of a hangover from the summer, my son starting Year 1, the beginnings of a cold, and getting my period. Nothing major, and…
I Wore This and Thought of You
There are some items in my wardrobe that I will never ever throw out. No matter how badly they may fit, how tatty they may look, or how unfashionable they may be. My ‘Australia’ jeans. They…
Weekends
When I was single, weekends were a time for drinking, dancing, takeaways and watching E4 under a blanket on the sofa. Maybe I’d meet friends for lunch, go to the cinema, hang out in Selfridges for…
The Greek God(zilla)’s Guide to Romance
The Greeks are well-known for their philosophy, art and sculpture, literature and mythology; as well as their love of Greece, good food and family. Greek men are also thought to be very romantic. My father-in-law tells a fantastic…
A Lovely Age
Sometimes, I wish I could freeze time. Stop everything moving, stop us all growing older and just live in a moment for a little while longer. This summer was one of those times. I’ve never really…
The Role of the Koumbara
In a few weeks time, I will be one of the 3 Koumbaras at my sister-in-law’s wedding. In Greece, being asked to be the Koumbara is held in similar high regard to being the Maid of Honour or Bridesmaid in an…
