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

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

All of the animals

Daily writing promptDogs or cats?View all responses I saw this blog prompt and knew I had to answer it. I have the ultimate non-answer and that is, in all honesty, both. If my husband surprised me with a cat or a dog I would weep with excitement. I would also be the same though with … Continue reading All of the animals

What is cognitive dissonance?

Cognitive dissonance is defined as the discomfort a person feels when their behaviour does not align with their values or beliefs. Cognitive dissonance is a psychological phenomenon that occurs when a person holds two contradictory beliefs at the same time. The inconsistency between what people believe and how they behave means that they will attempt … Continue reading What is cognitive dissonance?

600 posts!

Goodness me, what a milestone! 600 posts about vegan food, make up, or general vegan discussion. How exciting to think that this blog started as a small little passion project to keep my busy, and look how it has grown in that time. I am excited to see how much more it can grow in … Continue reading 600 posts!

My non-negotiable daily habits

Daily writing promptWhat are your daily habits?View all responses Another fun one for you guys, and also one I hope to learn from you all too. I am someone who likes to explore a lot of hobbies and therefore I have gotten very skilled at juggling my time to ensure that I can do as … Continue reading My non-negotiable daily habits

Holiday recommendations

What countries do you want to visit? A bit of a different post, but I am in desperate need of a holiday. I have not been outside of the UK since 2019, and honestly the non-summer we are currently having in England is starting to get very depressing. I am in need of sun and … Continue reading Holiday recommendations