Ten or so years ago, when chronic illness appeared in my life, I started BearHugs Gifts—a friendly little e-commerce gifting business designed to fit around my health. Over eight amazing years, BearHugs blossomed into something I genuinely loved, offering flexible, accessible employment to others juggling chronic conditions. Our team grew to 20+ people and we sent hundreds of thousands of hug in a box gifts across the world. It introduced me to incredible people and took me on exciting adventures to Downing Street and Buckingham Palace.

As exciting as it all was, it wasn't without its challenges. Over time, what started as a wonderfully flexible venture became overwhelming—in came endless late nights, financial stress in a difficult economic climate, and a bit too much pressure. So, I decided to press pause, scale back, look after myself and get reacquainted with a simpler life.

Since then, I’ve embraced slower Sundays (and Mondays, and Tuesdays…) and filled my time with loved ones, solo coffee shop book dates, dog walks—and constantly trying not to get distracted by yet another exciting business idea. I still run BearHugs but it’s a lot simpler than it was previously. I’ve also recently become a first time mum.

This blog is a new little creative nook for me to capture things that make life fun and gently chaotic in the best way —whether it’s silly little creative projects, new ideas or just my favourite bits and bobs I stumble upon online.