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 Its funny how you can a run of good days and then the anxiety creeps back in. I think right now with a few people leaving last week and my workload increasing, the stress feels greater, so my fears multiply.

Last weeks farewell was particularly hard as I adore Tegan and she was a wonderful member of my team. Got her an epic farewell gift of a dachshund planter. It was wayyyyy larger than I thought when I ordered it but very awesome (although Truffle didn't think so!!)


At times like this, I try so hard to just focus on the tangible things I can do, and of course build my houses.

This hobby has definitely saved my sanity and I had to buy two shelving units in order to display my collection!!


I'm also trying to focus on all the positive things in my life and trying to be a better Mum to Miss Grace. She is such a precious soul and I hate how focused I get on the little things that won't matter in five years time, let along next week. I want a happy healthy relationship with her, not for her to see me with fear or anxiety. 


I know things will be okay and I will focus on the moments of calm to get me through.

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