The week before last, I shed the cobwebs of winter, as I walked along ancient tracks well traveled in my childhood. This stream connects two adjacent lakes. My mother’s childhood home sits at the top of Mullaghderg Lake seen in the background of this photograph: I walked these tracks on many occasions with my late … More A Spring Walk
Does fibromyalgia cause insomnia or does insomnia cause fibromyalgia? I do not have a definitive answer. However, I do know that insomnia can wreak havoc on health and well being. I first succumbed to fibromyalgia in 2003, and insomnia took hold of my life for seven long years. 15 years later, my lifestyle has completely changed and … More My Top Twelve Tips for Healing Insomnia
This week I shall be celebrating 2000 WordPress followers – a few weeks shy of my second blogging anniversary. Thank you to everyone who has read, liked and commented on my posts. I could not have reached this milestone without you. I am often surprised by the popularity of some of my posts. They are … More The Unpredictability of Popularity
Goodread’s Giveaway I promised you a Goodreads Giveaway… If you click HERE your name will be entered into a Goodread’s Giveaway, for one of two signed copies of “Watching the Daisies.” The Giveaway ends on 19th January. Top Tip for New Authors Goodread’s Giveways are a great way to get more eyes on your book, … More A Goodread’s Giveaway and Four New Reviews
It was a very mild but very wet Christmas! I missed walking, so I was delighted when Carrickfin Beach beckoned me on a beautiful sunny but frosty day. The beach was almost deserted, as I admired the frost on the sand dunes and seaweed – a rare delight. I reflected on the past year and … More New Year Blessings
On 10th October, I was thrilled to receive my 25th review on Amazon for my memoir “Watching The Daisies” I have never published any of my reviews before on my blog, so this is a first! “Bought the book and was quite sure I would enjoy it. I was not disappointed. Had read Brigid’s blog for … More Celebrating 25 Amazon Reviews
I want to say a big “thank you” to everyone who commented on my post This Too Shall Pass. I really appreciate your kindness. You have been a HUGE support. The week my sister passed away, I won two beautiful prizes from great blogging friends. The first came from ThoughtsnLife Blog I have been following … More Hugs from the Universe
I stopped off at a very special spot in Glenveagh National Park a few weeks ago. “The Happy Camper” is a real gem of a cafe – surrounded by stunning views of ancient peat bogs with Muckish Mountain standing proudly in the background. The view of peat bogs and Muckish Mountain Maria McCormack serves her … More The Happy Camper
Heather and Dizzy the Donkey recently nominated me for a blog award. I have been award free until now, but how could I refuse Dizzy? She is definitely a charmer! I have therefore accepted The Sunshine Blogger Award. Thank you Dizzy and Heather for the nomination. Rules Thank the person who nominated you in a … More Sunshine Blogger Award
In 2010, I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia, a chronic condition that affects millions of people around the globe. The majority of them are women. As yet, there is no cure. I had enjoyed a successful career as a natural medicines therapist and teacher, but fibromyalgia forced me to stop working for 2 years, reassess … More 10 Tips for Living with Fibromyalgia or Another Life Changing Illness
