So it’s that day again, the Sunday where there will be whispering and plots, tea and toast in bed. It’s Mothers’ Day. Apparently it’s all about appreciating us mums. Because we’re worth it. Only quite a few of us don’t believe we are. Have you noticed? The number of mums who are quick to label […]
Where are my specs? and the truth about being in your 40s.
Motherhood and madness, points to ponder Ruby Wax style
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Cybermummy: still a mummy nonetheless
Obviously you’ll have read all about it in the Independent by now. Cybermummy is the new black. The comments section makes interesting reading. Including one that says, by way of criticism: “Their activities seem to have little to do with motherhood, and yet still they feel it necessary to use ‘mummy’.” To me that’s not […]