by Sophie Mei Lan | Apr 7, 2019 | Reviews
I often struggle when it comes to celebrations, whether it be birthdays or Mother’s Day, I want them to be perfect and I want my troubles to go away so I can focus on making the most of the day. But the reality is, they don’t, but you can still enjoy them...
by Sophie Mei Lan | Mar 26, 2019 | Family, Food and Drink, Uncategorized
As Mother’s Day approaches and so does my Birthday, I thought I’d write a self-indulgent blog on my gift or wish-list, obviously I am just grateful to be alive, have family around me and be mentally OKish at the moment. BUT I think my unusual gift guide...
by Sophie Mei Lan | Aug 29, 2018 | Health
Sweating in my long-sleeved jumper as I reluctantly participated in my weekly P.E class, it was a scorching summer but I couldn’t reveal what was underneath the fleece-padding. I had sent one too many notes “from my parents” pretending I was on my...
by Sophie Mei Lan | Jun 26, 2018 | Life, Uncategorized
I never thought that as a dyslexic person I would end up writing for a living. Whilst I love expressing myself creatively, the thought of journalism, for a “job” seemed out of reach for someone like me who struggles with word order and has illegible hand-writing. But...
by Sophie Mei Lan | Dec 28, 2017 | Life
I used to love writing my Christmas gift list, opening presents and relishing in lots of luxurious items. But whilst I’ve enjoyed being treated this year, my strongest feeling has been “gratitude” for having so many people around me, a home and food to eat. It’s not...