Nursery, Primary School, Secondary School, University and then what? Practically all of my life up until 2015 has been in education. Despite those 17 years of being taught, lectured and prepared for the 'real world,' when I finally left university, I felt totally unprepared to enter the unknown. I didn't want to venture away from the safety... Continue Reading →
There comes a time in everyone’s life were we have to look after our parents. The very people who brought us into the world will need our support. This task is never going to be easy. Seeing our role-models, number one supporters and people we love most, ask us for help, is heart-breaking. Generally speaking, this... Continue Reading →
Sometimes we get sick of seeing the same things day in, day out. Living in a busy, bustling city is exciting but can be tiring too. While there is always a new street to explore, a different museum to visit and unique restaurants to try; one thing is missing. That is natural landscape. I love... Continue Reading →
My time as a door knocker has come to an end. I am about to embark upon a new journey -working for one of London's largest recycling companies. I think it is only fitting to pass on some lessons I have learnt about dealing with the public, using persuasive skills and reading body language. Before... Continue Reading →
'I have traveled all the way from the South of France to see you Sarah,' the middle aged man chirped reading my name badge. 'I am flattered sir - it must have been a bit warmer there,' I replied as I looked up from the sheet of names, numbers, and check in times. 'It was indeed,'... Continue Reading →
Who came up with the seven world wonders? Or is it twelve? Regardless of who said what - I think everyone should visit Machu Picchu in Peru. It was identified as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in 2007. I can certainly see why. Machu Pichu is a phenomenal ancient site demonstrating man kind... Continue Reading →
As Christmas celebrations commence and 2016 nears its end I want to take a moment to reflect. This year my eyes have been opened to global hardships as well as heartwarming miracles. Spending the beginning of 2016 in poverty-ridden Central American countries, I now realise that most of us in England are blessed. On the one hand, I... Continue Reading →
I was walking along as one does when I came across this.... This tree appears to have engulfed a metal gate. Has anyone else seen nature take over infrastructure before? Or does anyone know how this has happened? I was amazed, I had to take a picture and share it...
'Over 2.5 million people worldwide live with paralysis caused by spinal cord injury' according to Spinal Research. This could be from falling down the stairs, getting injured while playing sports or indeed it may be medical (tumors, spinal bleeds etc.) So what happens when a spinal injury occurs? Each case is very different. However, similar questions, emotions and... Continue Reading →
As the white door slowly creaked open at number eight I smiled eagerly. 'Hello, my name is Sarah,' I chirped with enthusiasm. Two beady brown eyes stared back at me. The door was slightly ajar, with the flat owner hiding behind it. 'What do you want?' the shadow hissed. 'I'm working on behalf of the council and... Continue Reading →
We are going on a bear hunt 