Category Archives: Motherhood
How was it for you? Mother’s Day that is.
I’m sorry to say that I was a grumpy, old baggage, and it was not from lack of attention or gifts. Mr B had brilliantly ‘assisted’ Miss B with buying Mummy three months subscription to Spotify Premium (I was down … Continue reading
Filed under Child, Depak Chopra, Drinking, Eating, Husband, Identity, Motherhood, Patience, Shouting, Tantrums, The Seven Spiritual Laws for Parents
I’m the Mummy or The Bracelet of Power
“I’m the Mummy.” “No, I’m the Mummy.” “No, I’m the Mummy.” “No, I AM the Mummy.” “But I’m wearing The Bracelet.” “Oh, so you are. May I have it back please.” “No (big sigh) because I’m the Mummy now.” A … Continue reading
Filed under Child, Identity, Motherhood
Do you wear your gingham heart on your sleeve?
Yesterday was very exciting. I left the Muddy End in a blaze of sunshine, depositing Miss B with kindly grandparents and Dog B with helpful neighbours (thanks again Mrs G!), and got myself on a train to London – a … Continue reading
Filed under Child, Motherhood, Village Life
November fires are burning bright, fighting with shadows and the fading light.
I’ve been waiting for today all year. No, it’s not my birthday or that of a loved one. It’s not the end of some arduous year long task. It’s not even a specific date related thing at all. It’s the … Continue reading
Filed under Autumn, Motherhood, Renovation, Wood-burners
So you’re the lady with the baby and the dog.
“Yes I am.” Village gatherings offer many opportunities for pigeon-holing and I am as guilty as the next ‘Village Born and Bred’ or ‘Just Down from London’ for doing it. I’m not very good at filing but like everyone else, … Continue reading
Filed under Child, Dog, Identity, Motherhood, Village Life, Writing
