Glimpsing a nourishing life; with a baked treat and a good book
I like to have a clear plan to work towards with books, so setting myself a reading challenge is something I find enjoyable and productive. For the past few years, my reading goal has been to read as many books as the last two digits of the year; I aimed for 13 in 2013, 14 […] Read more…
The Gracekeepers, by Kirsty Logan, is a beautifully lyrical book that is set in a time when the world has been changed by the rising of the oceans. Lands have disappeared, and society is divided into people who live on the mainland (“landlockers”) and those who live on the water (“damplings”). The Gracekeeper, Callanish, has […] Read more…
This week marks 4 years since I stopped working as a nurse. I remember a doctor telling me a little while before that it would be ideal to have at least 6 months off to deal with my health. I drove to my parents’ house and burst into tears to Mum, thinking how on earth […] Read more…
I love banana bread, but not only is it often not gluten, dairy or egg free, it is generally deceptively unhealthy! I have been looking for a version that is the opposite, as well as grain free, and tasty! So I created this recipe. I find it is best toasted under the grill, with dairy-free butter, jam, or […] Read more…
One by Sarah Crossan is a YA book about two teenage girls dealing with a new school, a difficult family life, new friends, life as teenagers, and health and emotional issues related to being conjoined twins. The summary on Goodreads: Grace and Tippi. Tippi and Grace. Two sisters. Two hearts. Two dreams. Two lives. But […] Read more…
The Tidal Zone by Sarah Moss was published on the 7th of July 2016, and due to raving reviews on booktube (mostly by Jen Campbell at https://www.youtube.com/user/jenvcampbell), I made sure I downloaded the audiobook from Audible as soon as possible. I finished this in three days, and today, only five days after its release, I […] Read more…
Hello all! It has been a while since my last post; I have been busy with study and the usual health related bits and bobs, so unfortunately the blog has taken a back seat. However, I am back today with a really yummy slice that I created this week! Mini blogger update: I have just […] Read more…
*spoiler free* Dean Mayes’ new book (which I received as an Advanced Reader’s Copy) is an extraordinary psychological thriller that eases you in at a well-paced speed, and then smacks you with every emotion possible on an epic whirlwind of suspense and mystery. And the twists, boy, will the twists claw at your insides! I […] Read more…
Orthostatic intolerance can be a part of various health conditions. I was diagnosed with postural hypotension as a child, and further testing later in life resulted in a diagnosis of postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) (you can read about this here). Dealing with the inability to cope with orthostatic changes is definitely a trial and […] Read more…
I am always trying to create yummy and healthy breakfasts or snacks, particularly in the form that can be reached for with no effort, and can keep well in the freezer for emergencies. These fit the bill! They are even yummy enough to pass as a dessert! Ingredients (makes 12 muffins): 3 chia eggs (3 […] Read more…