Vivatramp

lyzi the comfort cat  studying english cacti jessie the pup running up that hill (a deal with god) by kate bush settling into new places family gatherings
(photo credit)
▴
I have been sharing things that make me happy lists for years. If you'd like to read some more, you can scroll through the archive.

T…

The majority of the books that I own come from charity shops because they make book buying affordable and accessible to me and there are around 10 shops to choose from in my hometown. I also really like that I can support local charities in a pressure-free environment, donating a few pounds as and …

I love to read poetry. However, I've not shared any of my favourites until now! I thought I'd share one of my favourite poems: Sea Fever by John Masefield. Sit back, relax and put your poetry heads on. 


I must go down to the seas again, to the lonely sea and the sky, And all I ask is a tall s…

Being diagnosed with Crohns Disease, and my subsequent health problems since, has had a huge impact on my friendships. In most cases, it strengthened them. In others, not so much. 

Illnesses aren't nice for anyone and I'm guilty of sometimes ignoring the impact that mine has on my loved ones…