We're half way through May which means I've reached the half way point for Miles for Mind. I challenged myself to run 75 miles across May in order to raise awareness around mental health and well being. I'll be honest, it's been a bit more of a bumpy ride to get here than I'd anticipated.… Continue reading Miles for Mind Update
Author: Samantha Haines
I'm English living in Wales (which makes the rugby interesting). I'm a mummy to two wonderful boys, who are awesome but absolutely bonkers. I love running, chocolate, cake and wine, which is a handy combo!
Personalised gifts with Sincerely Silver Co
I always think there's something special about personalised jewellery. I mean how amazing is it knowing that someone has picked something out especially for you? It brings on that warm and fuzzy feeling which comes with knowing someone has put real thought and effort into getting you a gift. So when Sincerely Silver Co contacted… Continue reading Personalised gifts with Sincerely Silver Co
Running mantras…yey or nay?
I've a quick question, have you ever used a mantra when you've been running or doing any exercise where you've got to push yourself? If you pick a running magazine at the moment you're likely to come across an article extolling the virtues of having a mantra. Or that's how it feels to me. It… Continue reading Running mantras…yey or nay?
Are you ok?
Are you ok? Three simple words, but for some of us is difficult to answer. How many of us are truly honest with ourselves and friends and families when we're struggling? I know I'm not. This week is UK Maternal Mental Health Matters Awareness week (29 April 2019 - 5 May 2019 and today specifically… Continue reading Are you ok?
Time for a new running challenge
I need to try to mix up my running if I'm going to improve as I have a habit of just plodding along at the same pace no matter what type of training session I'm doing. Warm up, easy run, cool down, they all seem to be at the same pace. So it's time for… Continue reading Time for a new running challenge
Heath Miniature Railway
If you're ever looking for things to do in and around Cardiff with young children I can highly recommend the Heath Minature Railway and Tramway. We've been regularly since the big one was small. It's a fab day out... The boys are train mad, especially the wee one, so it's always a brilliant day out.… Continue reading Heath Miniature Railway
