There’s something that’s been playing around the corners of my subconscious for the last few weeks, trying to creep it’s way into the part of my brain that actually makes sense of my randomness. (Believe me, it can happen! ) It’s the idea that somehow, I’m supposed to be some kind of inspiration, because I published a book; not my words at all, but many have said that. And whilst I gratefully accept the...
I’ve made no secret of the fact that I struggle with body image issues. I wish it wasn’t so, but it is. I’m overly critical of myself, and my diet. To a degree. Whilst I will evaluate the amount of fat and sugar in every food that graces my lips, I don’t believe in extreme diets. I refuse to cut out sugar, carbs, dairy or chocolate. (I did cut out alcohol for a while, but that’s slightly different.) I just think...
In a perfect world, my day would look like this: We all wake up at about 7:30. The kids are happy and content and we all snuggle on the couch for the first fifteen minutes of the day. Finally we rouse ourselves for breakfast and getting ready for school, an event that is easy and fre from drama and constant reminders. My hair would always look perfect, and my makeup flawless. Or scrap that; in a perfect world I would look so good I...
Previously, on EssentiallyJess....
There’s something that’s been playing around the corners of my subconscious...
I’ve made no secret of the fact that I struggle with body image issues. I wish it...
In a perfect world, my day would look like this: We all wake up at about 7:30. The kids...
