Found you thanks to a restock by Sharon Blackie. Absolutely loved this piece, you are a woman I can relate to. I did the Zoe app over a year ago - I thought it’s phenomenal cost would make me try harder 😂 I was interested in the science and the test results and then slightly disappointed that the gist of the ‘diet’ is to eat lots of veg - didn’t need to spend £500 to know that 🤦♀️🤦♀️ sorry to hear about the flooding, I can’t think of anything worse, not even fire.
Thank you so much, Lynn. Yes, it was an awful lot of money to find out about the veg. Who knew? And I wish I liked them more, but I don't. Happy (carb-rich) new year!
Agree. I don’t use it anymore, but once in a while it’s good for a reset if I’ve fallen into bad habits. I am a real believer in the micro-biome, and the connection between gut and brain. It’s a fascinating science. 😊
I absolutely loved reading your piece. It made me chuckle, especially the part about stressing over what to buy for my partner's birthday. I still feel raw from it. So thank you, thank you! Here's to more good stuff in life and wiggling over to the fridge.
A wonderfully good read to kick off the new year. It’s an impressive feat to be funny in the face of adversity. I’d still be weeping and teeth-gnashing about the leather chairs, cushion and floor... Xxn
You are very kind, Naomi! There has been plenty of teeth-gnashing, I can assure you. I hope 2024 is a very happy year for you, full of joy in your new(ish) home. xx
Marvelous! Having just returned from 2 weeks in Italy, including New Years Eve in Rome (wow, they really do light off *actual* fireworks EVERYwhere!), I smiled through all of this. Perfect resolutions and I shall be doing them all. 😊
We will never tranquilio on the crisps! Love Umbria!! XX This was a joy to read and I'm going to use the word palaver in my next post, I'd been seeking it all this time and just didn't know it. Grazie mille!!!!!!!
I think you are a fascinating person and I am always intrigued by your thought processes. Your latest thoughts and emotions emanating from your new life in Italy as well as the start to a new year are thought provoking to many people who practice mindfulness and search for meaning. On that point you may want to ponder the following question: What serves the purpose of life? It may help you to take a different perspective on your situation.
Thank you for your kind words, Bernd. That's a very interesting suggestion, thank you. If I knew the purpose of life, I'm not sure I'd write, but I certainly think it's helpful to focus on what serves in a particular moment. Thank you for reading my work so carefully - and I wish you a very happy 2024.
Found you thanks to a restock by Sharon Blackie. Absolutely loved this piece, you are a woman I can relate to. I did the Zoe app over a year ago - I thought it’s phenomenal cost would make me try harder 😂 I was interested in the science and the test results and then slightly disappointed that the gist of the ‘diet’ is to eat lots of veg - didn’t need to spend £500 to know that 🤦♀️🤦♀️ sorry to hear about the flooding, I can’t think of anything worse, not even fire.
Thank you so much, Lynn. Yes, it was an awful lot of money to find out about the veg. Who knew? And I wish I liked them more, but I don't. Happy (carb-rich) new year!
There’s a free app, Carb Manager, that’s just as useful (without all the scientific feedback, granted). It taught me all I need to know.
Thank you for the tip. I fear my problem is not lack of knowledge, but good to know if I ever feel I need more. And happy new year!
Agree. I don’t use it anymore, but once in a while it’s good for a reset if I’ve fallen into bad habits. I am a real believer in the micro-biome, and the connection between gut and brain. It’s a fascinating science. 😊
Thanks, will take a look
I absolutely loved reading your piece. It made me chuckle, especially the part about stressing over what to buy for my partner's birthday. I still feel raw from it. So thank you, thank you! Here's to more good stuff in life and wiggling over to the fridge.
Thank you for your kind words! I managed to buy some things and wrap them, just in time. Here's to less agonising and more wriggling this year!
As a cancer survivor every day is a gift. I celebrate birthdays like never before. And yes. WE ARE STILL HERE HALLELUJAH 🎊
Congratulations! And so, also as a cancer survivor, do I! I hope 2024 is a wonderful year for you.
A wonderfully good read to kick off the new year. It’s an impressive feat to be funny in the face of adversity. I’d still be weeping and teeth-gnashing about the leather chairs, cushion and floor... Xxn
You are very kind, Naomi! There has been plenty of teeth-gnashing, I can assure you. I hope 2024 is a very happy year for you, full of joy in your new(ish) home. xx
Marvelous! Having just returned from 2 weeks in Italy, including New Years Eve in Rome (wow, they really do light off *actual* fireworks EVERYwhere!), I smiled through all of this. Perfect resolutions and I shall be doing them all. 😊
Thank you for your kind words. Yes, Italian fireworks are really something! I hope you're making progress with your (not too onerous) resolutions.
Thank you for these gentle and lyrical words. A delight to read 💗
Thank you so much, and happy new year to you!
What a beautiful read kicking off the new year! Happy New Year to you, Christina!
Thank you so much, Katrin! I hope 2024 is a wonderful year for you.
We will never tranquilio on the crisps! Love Umbria!! XX This was a joy to read and I'm going to use the word palaver in my next post, I'd been seeking it all this time and just didn't know it. Grazie mille!!!!!!!
No, never, ever tranquillo on the crisps! Thank you so much for your kind words, Liv. I hope 2024 is a wonderful year for you.
Hi Christina
I think you are a fascinating person and I am always intrigued by your thought processes. Your latest thoughts and emotions emanating from your new life in Italy as well as the start to a new year are thought provoking to many people who practice mindfulness and search for meaning. On that point you may want to ponder the following question: What serves the purpose of life? It may help you to take a different perspective on your situation.
With best wishes,
Bernd
Thank you for your kind words, Bernd. That's a very interesting suggestion, thank you. If I knew the purpose of life, I'm not sure I'd write, but I certainly think it's helpful to focus on what serves in a particular moment. Thank you for reading my work so carefully - and I wish you a very happy 2024.