Category Archives: Real Life Chatter

Posts in which I step away from my work to talk loudly (sometimes angrily, sometimes cheerfully) about real life stuff.

A Letter To My Children


This time last year… almost to the minute, I met my son for the very first time. Exhausted (but no longer in pain) and scared beyond belief, I watched doctors lift him above the bloodied, green privacy sheet. My mum … Continue reading

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#GoodThingsJar2013 April Update


I always forget about my jar until it’s time to talk about it. Not that I forget to put things in it, more that I forget to be pleased about what it represents. It’s filling up fast and there are … Continue reading

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When The Brain Drains


I don’t know if it’s simply the time of year, the weather, or actual brain-drain, but I seem to have very little to say these days. I was having a conversation with some friends not too long ago and while … Continue reading

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Celebrating Milestones Take 3!


This is so lovely. ^_^ Not only am I having a lovely day so far, but I woke up, took a look at the blog and found this.So it’s time, once again to say thank you. I only get these … Continue reading

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#GoodThingsJar2013 March Update


What a month! There are soooooooooo many pink slips in that jar. Just LOOK AT IT! This is such a wonderful exercise for me; I’m glad that I’m doing it. Makes a hell of a lot of difference if I’m … Continue reading

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