So if, like me, you're a bit of a #chocolatelover then read on for this blog is dedicated to World Chocolate Day.

I'd like to introduce you to Felicity. Felicity is a construct in my mind, a character from a bygone era, with the energy and exuberance of youth

Whatever the finer details of your Christmas may be, I hope they bring some joy, smiles, laughter and a little hope for further adventures.

Today sees the last candle on the advent wreath being lit, just as we have slipped past the Winter Solstice...

Looking back to my experiences of Christmas as a child, there are things we still do today and others that got lost along the way...

In my youth, going to the sweet shop to buy a bar of chocolate or to select a bag of pick n mix sweets was much more of an event.

I've chosen to share a poem close to my heart that reflects the joy of a child at play... the poem is called 'Maisie Jane.'

With the clock ticking down the number of shopping days left, it would be useful to be able to freeze time for a bit...

The poem that I'm sharing for this post is called 'Starlight'

Looking through my window at the world outside, valuing how we all need connections.

What Christmas tracks are your favourites? Music always has the ability to inspire, to connect, to bring joy and emotion.

I like to be sat with a frothy cupful of caffeine, people-watching and allowing my thoughts and writing ideas to percolate onto my notebook.

Kindness pours from a comfy cup, One with chips or a crack or two, For it has seen the worst of times...

There's still something heartwarming about opening a card that has landed on your doormat...

Some family traditions don't disappear completely - they just change a little. In that way , they take on their own 'evergreen' quality.

I am reminded of those childhood games and stories that the mud-pie making version of me would create.

A little love goes a long way. Collectively, we have decided that February is the month for a lot of love -

When I think back in time, to my own childhood though, the first day of the summer holidays meant possibilities...

Celebrating a book launch and my achievements as a writer.

Cold and dreary January days can leave us feeling blue. It does us good to remind ourselves of our achievements and sunnier days ahead.