The courage to be imperfect

What’s the greater risk? Letting go of what people think – or letting go of how I feel, what I believe, and who I am? ~ Brené Brown

E E Cummings, I’m not!

Exasperated My annoyance elevated Enthusiasm enervated I wait on hold. I am next in line. In 2015, I reviewed the … More

My just desserts are sweet, with a side of coffee

The reinvention of an English classic: Victoria sponge, made gluten free

As my skin gets drier, and my hair, greyer, I’m making peace with the ageing process. In the last few … More

Social phobia in all its glory

Rage is my superpower. What’s yours?

Treats to be had with coffee: kanilsnúðar and koeksisters

Heaven & Hell, or Philly Cream Cheese & lumpy custard…

Grief, that multifaceted response to loss…