Since the last lockdown in November I have undertaken a few new crafty projects. I’m not sure where the inspiration came from or why I enjoy them so much but I became a little obsessed with the calming effects of a needle and thread. This so far has included turning a dress into a crop... Continue Reading →
Grief in the Pandemic
After talking with a lot of front line workers and other APTs, the best way I can see people coping currently is to take this all one day at a time and not to try and take on too much. I’ve been the most upset about work, largely about speaking to relatives about their concerns.... Continue Reading →
MG: Death Cafes & Podcasts
I can hear the rain and the wind hitting the window above me as I start writing this. Storm Dennis is battering the world outside but I’m snuggled with Ruby the cat in my little study space having just completed a lot of Death Cafe admin work. It was a strange week where I spent... Continue Reading →
Thoughts After The April Upminster Death Cafe
Something that a lot of people tell me is that I always seem to be busy. I fully acknowledge that this is mostly true. Somehow, one way or another, I find it harder to organise chill out evenings or days for myself than events! Please don't think I am complaining, I feel very lucky for... Continue Reading →
Announcements, Goodbye Daisy & Some Thoughts
I have a cold. I’ve tried hard to ignore it but my cough is actually exhausting now. My poor immune system has really taken a battering this year, I’m feeling so very run down but that’s not my announcement. I would like to warn you all now that I will be scheduling in some Mortuary... Continue Reading →