We all need Rules As a parent, its difficult enough not knowing whether we have done everything correctly as we were trying to raise them, but when they reach adulthood, its difficult to know when to tell your children when we aren’t very happy with them. My son and myself have a great relationship and...Read More

We all have those moments where we just want a break from everyone and everything. Recently I experienced way too many things in a space of a few days and all I wanted to do was shut my bedroom door and not let anyone in until I said I’m over it. Dealing with parents can...Read More

Its been one heck of a journey bringing up my son over the past 20 years. He has always been a beautiful and gentle soul with the best intentions most times. However he has had his not so great moments. From the the time he turned 14 until now I can safely say that it’s...Read More

Its not the easiest thing in the world having an adult son, however it does have its merits. I love chatting to my son about life, his feelings, music, his take on the world and love. The latter may not be the easiest thing to hear about! When my son approaches me for advise pertaining...Read More

I remember the day I gave birth to my second child, I had to have a c-section as due to my pelvis fracture in a previous accident, I was unable to give birth naturally. As much as I prepared myself for what was about to happen, I felt like the most unprepared mother on earth....Read More

Sometimes I feel like I just need some me-time, I just need a few minutes in the day to gather my thoughts, prepare my mind for what I’m experiencing or what’s about to come my way.  Whether it’s racing to get a mani or a blowdry – that 45 minute timeout can go a long...Read More

When someone truly loves you, it’s highly unlikely that they will ever feel threatened by anything about you. Trust & respect are the 2 most vital aspects that should make up the foundation of any relationship. So when I was faced with ongoing accusations by my ex-partner, at first I started believing that I am...Read More

I remember being told that I had to be taken out of pre-school level as I screamed and cried so much daily that my parents probably thought I was being abused. In addition to causing an incident at crèche, where I was able to take all of the kids and dump them in cold water,...Read More

We enrolled my daughter into 2 incredible private schools when she was 3 months old. She was accepted and enrolled at one which had a pre-primary level and this will be her second year of attendance. However, this year she attended an assessment and we attended a parents interview at a very prestigious all girls...Read More

My father-in-law passed away recently after a 9 month battle at a private hospital in ICU. 9 months ago, he experienced a bout of the flu which was affecting his chest quite badly, so he was admitted for tests to be done. Whilst there, he was given a sleeping tablet and the nurse on duty...Read More