It’s pumpkin season!

I don't care that it's only September 2 (because I actually had this on 31 August) and so it is arguably too soon to be thinking about the autumn and Halloween....but not for me. I was made for autumnal covers, spooky vibes and oversized knitwear. And we all know that the seasons are dictated by … Continue reading It’s pumpkin season!

Review – Brian May: The Badgers, The Farmers, and Me

For those who do not know, Brian May is the lead guitarist of the band Queen. But for those in the animal protection movement he is also an outspoken advocate for animal welfare, most notably fighting for the welfare of badgers. He has recently worked with the BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) to create a documentary … Continue reading Review – Brian May: The Badgers, The Farmers, and Me

Floof Friday

The squirrels that live in the green space outside of my home are currently gorging themselves on the amount of food currently available. In winter, there are a few kind neighbours that appear to leave out extra food for the wildlife, but in summer people also begin to leave out more bird feeders and have … Continue reading Floof Friday

Goal Planning tips

Daily writing promptHow do you plan your goals?View all responses This post is to share my current method of goal planning, yet it is also to hopefully gain some insight on how to better implement plans. I find that the planning aspect is fine - I know what I am working towards and what I … Continue reading Goal Planning tips

Why I write

What change, big or small, would you like your blog to make in the world? Following this prompt, I want to open up the discourse around veganism and the vegan movement. I feel there is so much information out there that not only is it overwhelming for those wishing to explore veganism, but it is … Continue reading Why I write

All the little things

List 30 things that make you happy. Things have felt a little rough lately. Work is manic, I'm trying to train for a marathon and so my body feels on the verge of injury all the time, trying to move house is stressful - honestly the list could go on and on and I am … Continue reading All the little things

Book review: The Travelling Cat Chronicles by Hiro Arikawa

Blurb: It's not the journey that counts, but who's at your side. Nana is on a road trip, but he is not sure where he is going. All that matters is that he can sit beside his beloved owner Satoru in the front seat of his silver van. Satoru is keen to visit three old … Continue reading Book review: The Travelling Cat Chronicles by Hiro Arikawa

Background noise suggestions

Daily writing promptWhat do you listen to while you work?View all responses I have mentioned before that I someone who works hybrid, where I work 2 days in an office and 3 days at home. Unfortunately, for three of my days during a work week I am sitting by myself all day, where either I … Continue reading Background noise suggestions

Floof Friday

I have been trying to get a picture of these guys for ages, but I only ever seem to see them when they are flying above me, or they spot me close by and immediately hide away. But on my long run the other day I was able to enjoy a very quiet run down … Continue reading Floof Friday

National Marine Week 2024

Running from the 27th of July to the 11th of August, National Marine Week is a chance to celebrate the wonderful wildlife found in the seas around the UK, and our relationship with this incredible habitat that surrounds us. The week is organised and headed by The Wildlife Trust here in the UK, a charity … Continue reading National Marine Week 2024