Take People As You Find Them
I'm writing this because I know how easy it is to judge and potentially, condemn others based on their actions on people you know and care about. That pack mentality to deride someone because they've hurt another/others. To form an opinion based on well, another's opinion and possibly not on fact because everything in life is so utterly subjective.
Feeling Intimidated By Other Mothers? How to Stop Comparing, By Pearl Cross
'Motherhood is hard sometimes, especially when other women seem so much better at it than you'.
Reshaping My Online Space & Feeling Positive & In Control
Let me kick off by writing, I'm that girl who literally wants to be friends with everyone.
The Friendship Litmus Test: 10 Ways To Know Your Besties Are Forever
Let me kick off by stating that I'm so freakin' lucky to have two handfuls of besties in my life.
I really am fortunate to have the most inspiring, lovable mates in my life.
How to Be a Good Friend
Studies have shown that endless hours on social media looking at photos of friends getting together having fun- (the ones that are mostly shared as those of us simply sat around bored rarely make the cut)- can actually leave you feeling down and depressed....
Who’s The Daddy: Aligning Humour with Emotion-One of Northern Dad’s Favourite Posts
It's Who's the Daddy time and here gifted blogger Julian from Northern Dad shares a poignant post which perfectly aligns humour with emotion. Just beautiful.
Forget Bromances, It’s All About the Womances Here
I'm a girl's girl, always have been, always will be.
New Monthly Feature: #Problemshared with TV Psychologist Emma Kenny
I'm super excited to share a brand new feature with you all as I join forces with the formidable TV Psychologist Emma Kenny in a bid to help offer guidance, support and solutions to your problems, right here on my blog Honest Mum.
Who’s the Daddy with Al Ferguson, Founder of The Dad Network
This moth's Who's the Daddy features Al Ferguson, the founder of The Dad Network on the similarities between a parent and their child...
The Power of Great Girl Friends
I've always been a bit of a girl's girl-I'm still friends with many of my oldest girlfriends from school, sixth form and university then from working in the film industry; I love how empowering good female friends can be! I'd be lost without them!
A Day with my Aunties
Anyone who knows me, understands how much I love hanging out with my family. In fact nothing, NOTHING makes me happier than when we're altogether, eating, laughing, eating, shouting (we don't do talking, we're Greek) and did I mention eating?! My family are utter happy-makers and that's the 'truth Ruth'!
A Brotherly Love/Hate Relationship
Aw, soft focus pictures of our boys together kissing and cuddling, Oliver our firstborn and heir looking lovingly at his younger brother, our darling baby Alexander. Bless.
Fast forward a year. Oliver realises his brother is sticking around for more than just the photo opp (and he's loud, confident and wants to play with his toys). Like forevs. The adoration is still there, sure it is. But from Alexander to his older brother. A spends his days gazing at Big Bro brimming with love and admiration.
