The internet tells me that Shropshire is going to try and get a month's worth of rainfall out of the way today. And continue for the next few days. I am not sure I approve of this decision. The kids and I have basically drowned in the space of five minutes this morning (although splashing… Continue reading It’s wet outside.
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Lessons In Life #43
Lesson #43 No matter how you feel - get up, dress up and show up. I have cried pathetically many times before events I have attended because I didn't want to go. I didn't want to dress up. I didn't want to paint on a smile and talk to people. I just wanted to stay… Continue reading Lessons In Life #43
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Lessons In Life #39
Lesson #39 Get outside every day. Miracles are waiting everywhere. Even if it's just a walk round the block or to the shop to buy a bar of chocolate. I spent an awful lot of time cooped up inside when my depression first hit and it made the world very small and very dark. I… Continue reading Lessons In Life #39
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Lessons In Life #27
Lesson 27 Always choose life. Always. Even when you feel like there isn't any point and the world would be better and easier for everyone without you. Choose life. Choose sunshine through the trees and raindrops on your cheeks. Choose the warmth of a duvet on a chilly evening, the chill of a glass against… Continue reading Lessons In Life #27
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Lessons In Life #25
Lesson 25 No one is in charge of your happiness but you. I wish I'd paid attention to this sooner, but you live and you learn. I know it now. It is much easier to keep up with Dennis when I look after myself in more ways than just washing and feeding my body when… Continue reading Lessons In Life #25
Carole Finds Her Wings 