OK, so I don't know about you, but this last few days has been about trying to plan ahead. I'm imagining worst case scenario, that we'll go into lockdown, so I want to be sure I'm prepared and as humans tend to do, think about where the next meal is coming from and what it … Continue reading FREE download – Meal Planner
Over the last week, I've talked to many friends who feel that their elderly family members are not quite understanding the severity of the current situation. The guidelines issued by the government earlier this week are perhaps not straightforward enough? I think this is partly due to the fact they read newspaper which provide sensationalised … Continue reading FREE download to help older people understand COVID-19 restrictions
International Women's Day 2020 - 8 March Another International Women's Day and another opportunity to ask 'how far have we come with gender balance?'. Do we still need an International Women's Day? Sadly, yes. I work in public relations which has the oddest imbalance. On one hand, you have an industry predominantly female-led, but when … Continue reading IWD 2020
Sometimes, especially when you work by yourself, you get demotivated. Yes, even someone as positive as me! So, what do I do when that happens? Firstly, I try and think of the root of the problem. Why am I feeling demotivated? There must be a reason? Do I need a break, is my work boring, … Continue reading What to do when you’re demotivated at work
London-founded restaurant brand, The Ivy, where many celebs are spotted, has now opened in Glasgow. Located on the 'Style Mile', on Buchanan Street, The Ivy has a perfectly-positioned location, ready to capture shoppers and those who choose not to pay ridiculous city centre parking charges, and use the subway. I took my Mum there for … Continue reading The Ivy opens in Glasgow
Peace of mind when you're out and pooch is home alone I was so excited when Furbo's PR company got in touch to ask if I'd review the dog camera. It's actually something I looked at before, but didn't take the plunge as it was a bit of an investment. In the interests of being … Continue reading The Furbo Dog Camera (gifted item)
Hello! Where on earth has January run off to?! It's been a busy old month with a number of things on, mostly good, and I'm going to share what I've been doing and what's coming up. #New year new focus I have finally found a new sport, which I absolutely love... boxing! Proper boxing, not … Continue reading What I’m up to just now
My husband booked us a table at the new Public House by Nico on Great Western Road. The Public House, by Nico Simeone, opened just before Christmas. I've not heard any reviews or of people having dined there yet, so I was keen to give it a try. This particular part of Great Western Road … Continue reading Review: The Public House by Nico
My business Aura turned 10 in November and I went to New York to learn and celebrate Running my own business for 10 years hasn't always been easy. No-one said it would be. If you want to find out what I learned in this time, head over to my Aura blog. It's an outline of … Continue reading 10 years of Aura and the big apple
When I first saw the announcement of the XC40 I wondered if it would just be a V40 on steroids, but I couldn't have been more wrong. The car has a completely unique design and it's a massive leap forward for Volvo. It's also just won What Car? Car of the Year 2018! I had … Continue reading The new Volvo XC40 isn’t just a dream…
