Should vegans use pest control: The ethics of gardening

I have recently moved and actually have a garden. I have never had much of a green thumb, but I thought since I have the space, I want to at least try and make it look pretty and to grow some vegetation and extra places for nature. I mostly have shrubs at the moment, but … Continue reading Should vegans use pest control: The ethics of gardening

Sunday Musings

Daily writing promptWhat movies or TV series have you watched more than 5 times?View all responses Now don't judge me on this... Movies Jurassic Park trilogy Harry Potter series Lord of the Rings trilogy The Alien movies (the first 3) Legally Blonde (1 & 2) Clueless The Lion King Tangled Beauty and the Beast The … Continue reading Sunday Musings

Spring is coming!

The English Spring season is usually one of tempermental weather: Lots of wind, lots of rain, and somedays lots of sunshine and heat. Often all 3 in one day - even in one hour! So whilst I have been trying to start my own little garden of pretty flowers, and to take up a hobby … Continue reading Spring is coming!

What plants are safe for dogs?

With the warmer months approaching, I have no doubt that so many of us are beginning to make plans for our garden. It always surprises me what plants - and what beautiful flowers - are actually highly toxic for companion animals, and as a result I have prepared a helpful list to help me plan … Continue reading What plants are safe for dogs?

Sunday Musings

Daily writing promptWhich animal would you compare yourself to and why?View all responses Where do I begin... A koala, because I would like to be able to sleep for 18 hours a day. A fox, because they are mysterious, adorable, and adaptable. A cat, because I am very independant but can also be very affectionate … Continue reading Sunday Musings

My evening skincare routine

Following on from my morning skincare routine, I thought it would help to know what my evening routine looks like. Luckily, this is way shorter! I do not wear make-up every day, as luckily my work is predominantly done from home, but on the days I do wear make-up, I tend to take this off … Continue reading My evening skincare routine

Floof Friday

One of the funny quirks of caring for a black cat, is not being able to see them in dark rooms. It took me a good 5 minutes of looking because I realised that my cat was sitting on the windowsill....I only noticed once I actually turned a light on and she looks at me … Continue reading Floof Friday

My vegan skincare routine

I have struggled with my skin since I was a pre-teen, and whilst it has improved as I have grown older, I am still very prone to breakouts and issues with my skin. Especially during winter, my skin can get very dry and this seems to make it even more prone to issues. I have … Continue reading My vegan skincare routine

Sunday Musings

If you had the power to change one law, what would it be and why? Animals as Chattels. Under UK law, animals are legally classed as property, meaning that animals are viewed very similarly to books or teapots. There are some areas where this is changing, however law is a very reactive field and therefore … Continue reading Sunday Musings

Sunday musings

Daily writing promptWhat is the biggest challenge you will face in the next six months?View all responses I think it goes without saying that these past 6 months have been a struggle. With work being manic, moving house, and the general dreariness of the British winter, I have been feeling very burnt out. I do … Continue reading Sunday musings