September, my second-chance January, and a huge life change

Hampstead Heath September is here. Suddenly, almost three-quarters of the year have gone by. You don't really know what you have been doing all of this time. It's gone so fast. And despite how scary that seems, I have always welcomed September because this month demarks a new season - to me, it marks a … Continue reading September, my second-chance January, and a huge life change

You can make it work on a budget in Nice, French Riviera

I thought I'd write a little post about why you should consider the South of France as a holiday destination for those of you wanting a mix between relaxation and exploration - and why Nice may just be the perfect base. If you are anything like me, you have probably heard about the splendid French … Continue reading You can make it work on a budget in Nice, French Riviera