Friends like these

I have some freaking amazing girlfriends.  Friends that are there when you're having a particularly bad day.  Who bring G&Ts and snacks when the chips are down and all you want to do is vent and bitch and cry. Friends who build you up and make sure that you are absolutely aware of your worth. …

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I found my rhythm

Last night I was struggling to find my rhythm whilst writing the application I am working on which is DUE TOMORROW. So to steal from the great man himself, Yeezus Kardashian, I mean Kanye West, imma let you go so I can strike while the iron is hot, make hay while the sun shines and get goin' …

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Am I brave enough?

I feel as though this past week has been a series of signs and guideposts challenging me to think differently and consider all possibilities. But sometimes it is hard to see what's right in front of you. Whilst I have been able to identify that I'm at a crossroads; a junction of pathways to a plethora of opportunities …

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Back to reality

Three times I have tried to sit down and write something this evening.  Three times I've tended sick and/or cranky children, including stripping the bedding and changing an outfit after a projectile power-spew.  It would appear that after my mini-vacay, reality has come back with a vengeance. Today had been going along swimmingly, ok, so that's …

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Best sister in law ever

So my sister in law just came over to see how I'm going and starts the conversation with the following: I wasn't sure if you needed ice-cream, chocolate or alcohol so I bought all three. And so I give to you the 'here's to the end of a shitty week Bailey's sundae'. Are you celebrating …

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Poker face

Most people who know me would without a doubt describe me as a straight shooter.  I'm pretty upfront with what I say and whilst I consider my audience and temper my opinion, I'm not backwards in coming forward with my perspective or point of view.  I've got a very healthy dose of confidence and believe that …

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Keep calm and channel Kate Middleton

You know how sometimes you have those days that start ok but then a curveball hits your desk and it all turns to shit?? Yep, that was the kinda day I had today. I was feeling a bit drained and emotional as I went about the routine of getting the girls fed and into bed and …

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I saw the sign

C'mon admit it, when you read this title you immediately had Ace of Base's I saw the sign pop into your head?  I'm right, right??  Well today the universe drew you to that title, prompted you to click and read on. Do you believe that? That the universe provides us with signs I mean?  I'm …

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