Curing your eczema blues in the winter

My skin is pretty sensitive.  I have a skin allergy which NHS doctors say manifests as eczema.   I get little clear blisters that are itchy and eventually weep.  Over the last 10 years, I have used topical steroids on and off to help keep the...

Advent 2017: 1st December

It is the most wonderful time of the year!  Advent season helps us patiently count down to the holidays.  Whether you prefer the chocolate kind, the running kind, or something more unique, I hope you find wonder and joy each day this month.Check back every...

Advent 2017: 1st December

It is the most wonderful time of the year!  Advent season helps us patiently count down to the holidays.  Whether you prefer the chocolate kind, the running kind, or something more unique, I hope you find wonder and joy each day this month.Check back every...

Race review: Chicago Marathon, WMM #3

Kit lay before the race.  Thanks to my husband for the card.This year was the 40th anniversary race of the Chicago Marathon who took part in the first weekend of October.  There was a big opening ceremony with the press as the expo opened, featuring...

Napping in Central London

Central London has a new place to recharge and relax.  Pop & Rest is a new boutique studio in central London near Monument.  When they first contacted me, I was intrigued about the concept.  A place where I can nap?  During the day?  I was...

Napping in Central London

Central London has a new place to recharge and relax.  Pop & Rest is a new boutique studio in central London near Monument.  When they first contacted me, I was intrigued about the concept.  A place where I can nap?  During the day?  I was...

Adventure at your fingertips

With Kilimanjaro coming up in March, I have been slowly accumulating the kit I need.  When I was in Houston in October, I found trekking pants, base layer leggings, and a down vest (gilet) at the outlet mall.  On the weekends, we have been taking longer dog...

Adventure at your fingertips

With Kilimanjaro coming up in March, I have been slowly accumulating the kit I need.  When I was in Houston in October, I found trekking pants, base layer leggings, and a down vest (gilet) at the outlet mall.  On the weekends, we have been taking longer dog...