Ellenarnison

LATEST ARTICLES ( 927 )

• A Poppy Appeal

  

  Every single fragile flower represents a person plucked from their lives. And each flower's loss is anguish, heartbreak and grief - wounds you couldn't see. Tha... Read more

  Posted on 09 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Caledonian Sleeper: on Track for a Treat

  

  It's not the dinky pack of essentials - a pen, socks, ear plugs and body lotion, since you ask. And it's not the deserted lounge car where you just know so... Read more

  Posted on 08 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Pulling Together to Move Forward with Transparency...

  

  And other equally irritating phrases.I was directed, yesterday, to John Rentoul's round up of banned expressions. A splendid celebration of the cliche, the... Read more

  Posted on 06 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Batman: the Hamster Returns

  

  The last thing, on the way to bed. I quietly push the door open and slide into the gloomy bedroom. After a moment my eyes adjust and I find the little one curle... Read more

  Posted on 02 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• The Real Horrors of Hallowe'en

  

  Did you see any undead spirits around last night? No. Not even a timid spectre, a dribble of ectoplasm or a poltergeist's bump. That's either because you weren'... Read more

  Posted on 01 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Poetry is Not the Most Important Thing in Life... I'd Much Rather Lie in a Hot...

  

  It's quiet and I've sneaked off to write a blog post. You know how inspiration is as easy to catch as the reason you went up stairs in the first place, and... Read more

  Posted on 28 October 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Review: Ozeri Green Earth Pan 20cm

  

  Pans. Not anywhere near as interesting as the fried egg or sauted mushrooms they contain. Fact. However, I got sent an Ozeri Green Earth pan to review and revie... Read more

  Posted on 26 October 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• At the Airport...

  

  Thump down the car boot. Clunk. March towards departures, your case trolly-trundles obedient. Your footsteps a decisive clip-clap. But where are you going, so... Read more

  Posted on 22 October 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• 10 Inspiring Quotes You Don't Need

  

  "If you've got your feet in a uni-slipper, concentrate on being comfy instead of wearing yourself out jumping upstairs."I don't know if you've noticed or not,... Read more

  Posted on 21 October 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Locked in Waterstones for the Night - Book Me in

  

  Imagine it. A night to yourself. The luxury of pleasing yourself. Piles of books stand attentive - you can dip in for a paddle or wallow for hours. There are... Read more

  Posted on 18 October 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Tea Time and the Vortex of Doom

  

  Scoffing another fishfinger even though I'm stuffed. Seven and a half minutes and it'll be The Archers and, before long it's bed time. Yawn. Evening after... Read more

  Posted on 16 October 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Karcher MVP3 for Men Who Like to Suck and Blow...

  

  I'll admit it. The new Karcher vacuum cleaner skulked in the corner for a while while I mustered. You see I was quite excited about a new cleaner. Read more

  Posted on 15 October 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Things I've Learned from STV's RBS- Finding Scotland's Real Heroes

  

  Celebs and award winners on the shiny stage I've often said how blogging has been the inspiration for so much for me. And once again I can say this has been... Read more

  Posted on 15 October 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Jai is For....

  

  Jam, jelly, jumping, juggernauts and jackboot. It's also for yet another almighty row with Boy Three. "A B C D E F L M N O P X Y Z," he trills jauntily. Then... Read more

  Posted on 14 October 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Still Game? No, Not Really...

  

  I suppose you could say it was something of a phenomenon. Live theatre in a 10,000+ seater stadium running for 21 nights. And most of those seats having a... Read more

  Posted on 09 October 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• The Falkirk Wheel: Who Knew It Was So Much Fun?

  

  OK, I confess. When we set off for the Falkirk Wheel on a damp Saturday morning in October, my hopes for a wonderful weekend day were not high. And neither... Read more

  Posted on 05 October 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Things I Learned While Canoing the Great Glen

  

  One minute it was all referendum fever, nearly riots and the dawning of a new era, the next I was paddling quietly and steadily away from Fort William. Like... Read more

  Posted on 26 September 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• DIY Decor: Simple Ideas for a Stylish Home

  There comes a time in every mum’s life when her surroundings feel tired, but with so much going on (and so many expenses) the average family can’t afford the... Read more

  Posted on 26 September 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• A Late Summer Walk Too Beautiful for Photos

  Sun was sinking slowly and lighting the fluffy floating seeds as it went. Boy Three and I were walking home through the still, mild evening. This'll make a... Read more

  Posted on 15 September 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Five Ways Blogging is Better Than Sex...

  

  What has the solitary and sanitary act of blogging got to do with the intimate, messy business of sex? One you do by yourself in front of a computer and the... Read more

  Posted on 11 September 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION