Category: Features
From Injured Back to Back Hiking in No Time
“Here’s another whiner!” used to be my thoughts when people complained about lower back problems. Until, of course, it hit me. There I was, about to go for a hike […]
You’re Sayin’ WHAT?
“Ah, from Livarpool, are we?” “Well, I don’t think you are, mate,” I wanted to say to the upper-class twit in front of me. Unfortunately, I was too shocked to […]
Get in Shape with 10 Simple Tricks
You’ve gobbled the turkey, downed the booze and devoured the mince pies. Right now you feel a bit sluggish and are shouting about how your jeans have shrunk. Getting (back) […]
Getting Over My Phobia
A tongue-in-cheek look at my fear of water with ridiculous real life events including a circling shark to nearly crashing a yacht.
Sea to Summit – Britain’s Highest Beach in the Welsh Mountains
Watching from her vantage point, the lifeguard monitored the events unfolding below. A donkey was desperately trying to eat its owner’s ice cream, kids were resisting the temptation to knock […]
Trout Pout for Empowerment? Phaa!
I’ve just spent the past few minutes laughing at ridiculous Instagram posts. “Be yourself, be true, be natural” one says with a girl wearing make up, clad in tight leggings, […]
My Guilty Conscience
A pang of guilt jolts me as I look down at my backpack. Tucked into the straps is an environmental nightmare; a two-litre plastic bottle sits dented with its label […]
What I Didn’t Learn in 2017
While everyone rushes to reflect on their ‘best’ (braggable) moments of 2017, here’s a look at what I didn’t manage to suss out over the past year.
Shhhh! Don’t Mention the P-Word!
It affects half the world’s population. Its impact can immobilise us. It can cause unconsciousness and send us into a shivering, feverish wreck. And it happens, on average, 13 times […]
On the Road to Nowhere in Laos
“You’re 180 kilometres away…!” proclaimed the Lao songthaew driver after a flurry of conversations with the locals. A small crowd had gathered as I stepped out of the vehicle onto […]