New beginnings

So here I am, about to embark on a new episode in my life. The previous episode began when my daughter was born 18 years ago, motherhood, a wonderful thing that takes you in and never lets you go. It teaches you a lot about emotions, people and most importantly about yourself.  I have spent the last 18 years of my life trying to be a good mum, learning as I go along, juggling family life and work!

Now I also find myself playing the important role of daughter to a mother who is "getting on". So I've made a decision to take a year off work to reassert my roles and take charge of my life rather than letting it take charge of me!

Blogging is nothing new for me but my blogs have always been work/teaching orientated and this is my first personal blog. I got the idea for this blog after following the story of an amazing mother and daughter on Instagram, who have used the power of social networks to inspire, motivate and overcome personal hurdles. It was they who despite being knocked back over and over again, always look for a silver lining to find the strength and optimism to continue enjoying life.

In this blog I want to highlight the silver linings that I encounter and I'm sure many of you will be able to share some of your own.