Fuzzy Peach was the name of a shower gel from a Body Shop ‘pick and mix’ gift baskets, loaded to the brim with stuff like almond cleansing milk (consistency – emulsion), fruit shaped soaps and candyfloss flavoured lip balm. These have to be one of my favourite 1990s teen girl staple along with posters from […]
A poem I wrote a few years ago which was inspired by Emily Chappell’s memoir ‘What Goes Around: A London Cycle Courier’s Story’. I am never convinced anything I write is finished so I have decided my own blog is a good place to share it with no pressure! A London cycle courier in summer […]
I’m delighted to feature Charlotte on Peaches and Scream this week! Others speaking as honestly as she does about their own mental health – particularly through social media, blogs, etc – has been a huge factor in my own recovery. Even though I value such openness, fear really holds me back when it comes to […]
For some time now I’ve been a dedicated follower of feminist blog Wild Sister Rising, where I’m always inspired by insightful and authentic perspectives on women’s empowerment from creator of WSR, Lissa. I was delighted to be part of her series of interviews with women from the WSR Circle – a great chance to reflect […]
