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As the Bird flies

Travel, Writing & Other Journeys

Self-Care: Lockdown Self-Care That is Helping Me Right Now

Monday, January 11th, 2021
Self-Care: Lockdown Self-Care That is Helping Me Right Now
Self-care is always important but it's even more important when in a long-running stressful situation. It follows that self-care in lockdown is pretty much essential, so I hope some of these suggestions help you. Read more
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Amsterdam Staycation: The Best Tips, Ideas & Hotels for a Staycation in Amsterdam

Monday, January 4th, 2021
Amsterdam Staycation: The Best Tips, Ideas & Hotels for a Staycation in Amsterdam
Based in the Netherlands or Amsterdam and want to go on a little Amsterdam staycation? This is the post for you. Sharing ideas and tips for a staycation in Amsterdam, there are options for all budgets and all tastes! Read more
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My Thoughts: 21 New Year's Hopes for 2021

Thursday, December 31st, 2020
My Thoughts: 21 New Year's Hopes for 2021
I'm ditching new year's resolutions for 2021 and instead I've written a list of 21 hopes for 2021. Read these, and find out why I've changed my mind about new year's resolutions in 2021! Read more
MY THOUGHTSAFFIRMATIONSELF-LOVESELF-CARE

My Thoughts: The Things That Helped Me in 2020

Sunday, December 20th, 2020
My Thoughts: The Things That Helped Me in 2020
2020 was a year for the history books, and for so many it brought challenges and tough times. With this in mind, I'm doing a little reflecting on the things that helped me get through 2020. Read more
MY THOUGHTSAFFIRMATIONSELF-LOVESELF-CARE

Things I Love: Withings Steel HR Watch Review

Tuesday, December 15th, 2020
Things I Love: Withings Steel HR Watch Review
This is my review of my Withings Steel HR watch, a hybrid smartwatch that looks like a classic analogue watch but has lots of fitness-tracking features. Find out more in this honest Withings Steel HR review. Read more
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Books I Love: Five Books That Changed My Life in 2020

Monday, December 14th, 2020
Books I Love: Five Books That Changed My Life in 2020
Consider this list of amazing books my best books of 2020, and yes, they were all individually life-changing on one level or another. Read more to find out why! Read more
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My Books: Five Facts About Lover Mother Other

Wednesday, December 9th, 2020
My Books: Five Facts About Lover Mother Other
Five things you may not know about my debut poetry collection Lover Mother Other, including why there are no commas in the title and how it's my most personal book yet. Read more
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New Zealand Travel: 51 Interesting Facts About New Zealand Aotearoa

Monday, December 7th, 2020
New Zealand Travel: 51 Interesting Facts About New Zealand Aotearoa
These interesting facts about New Zealand Aotearoa will offer you a fascinating insight to this beautiful country's culture and landscape. With 51 New Zealand facts, you'll definitely learn something! Read more
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Lover Mother Other: Poems - Out Now!

Tuesday, December 1st, 2020
Lover Mother Other: Poems - Out Now!
Today I'm celebrating the publication of my fifth book and first book of poetry, Lover Mother Other: Poems About Love, Motherhood & Everything Else Transcend. Find out why this book is so personal and took so long to come to life! Read more
POETRYBOOKS. MY BOOKSSELF-PUBLISHING

Gift Guide: Five Lover Mother Other Gifts!

Monday, November 30th, 2020
Gift Guide: Five Lover Mother Other Gifts!
Announcing Lover Mother Other merchandise! Find all the information you need to know about buying Lover Mother Other mugs, bags, T-shirts, sweatshirts and prints. Read more
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Books I Love: Five Poetry Collections You Should Read

Monday, November 23rd, 2020
Books I Love: Five Poetry Collections You Should Read
As I launch my own debut collection of poetry, I'm also happy to share five other poetry collections you should read. They would also make great gifts for womxn who love beautiful poetry books too. Read more
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Books I Love: Five Kids Books That Make Us All Happy

Thursday, November 19th, 2020
Books I Love: Five Kids Books That Make Us All Happy
We're a book-loving family, and these are our favourite happy kids books, in that they make us feel good and happy when we read them. Because we all need happy books in our lives! Read more
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