Russian Dolls

At my counselling session today Sam gave me a set of Russian Dolls and asked me to take them home … More

Rock Bottom

What do you do and where do you go when you just about reach rock bottom? It’s been creeping up … More

It was my nephew’s 18th birthday today. He just wanted close family to join him for a meal so we … More

While Tom was around collecting Annie, his phone rang. His happy tone of voice as he spoke piqued my interest. … More

When I left Tom I had no choice but to apply for financial assistance in the form of some benefits. … More

I started tracing my family tree two years ago. At a time when my world was really falling apart, it … More

When I was a little girl I used to escape from a painful childhood by retreating to my bedroom and … More

In six days, I get the keys to my new house. I wish I could say I’m excited but I … More

Tom seems to be in complete denial that our relationship is coming to an end which doesn’t make a great … More

I had another dream last night. My dreams lately are really interesting and are telling me a great deal. I … More

I had a dream last night that really disturbed me. As the day has gone on, the feelings have become … More

The counselling is really making me look at and question every aspect of my life. It’s forcing me to delve … More

Tom went away four days ago to see his family so while he was away, I decided to tackle the … More

My sisters, Izzy and Sasha, popped around today. When they left, they did something that really upset me. I stood … More

Christmas was a complete disaster this year. It started off when all of my family – sisters, parents, nieces and … More

My Dad came over today. We were in the kitchen talking and joking around which involved some swearing and a … More

I got called a bitch by my sister, Sasha today and I have to agree with her. She was talking … More

My Dad rang me this morning to tell me that my uncle has died unexpectedly. I got off the phone … More

It was my niece’s birthday today which she celebrated by having a picnic at a local park with all of … More

Tom’s mum and sister, Clare, flew in for the weekend on Friday to see Annie for the first time. I … More

Tom’s mum and sister are coming to visit tomorrow. Since Annie’s arrival, I’ve struggled to keep the house as clean … More