The struggle is real… #doodleaday #losingit

Planting a tree for her was so perfect. It always feels good visiting and seeing it flourish - a beautiful echo of our lives: the kids growing tall and strong. The new branches like the new paths our lives have taken. 💜🩷💚 #doodleaday #loveafterloss #findingjoy

It’s been a simple, lovely weekend. It’s easy to forget that you don’t need to do anything fancy to have a fantastic time. Basic family and personal time is everything. #doodleaday

Can’t remember the last time I did this!!! Sportball is an alien concept to me - (shhh, we had fun!). Won’t be signing up for over 60s Five-a-side just yet mind you… #doodleaday

And in the wings next to where we sing together, we are watched over by Joy’s purple heart sticker (and the stars of some other close friends we lost). This is an Archway Theatre tradition - carrying on the memories - and it’s so beautiful. #doodleaday #findingjoy

Another reminder of how the smallest of things can make an impression - and to never take for granted how lucky I am to have this skill set. #doodleaday #loveart #artheals

To say I’m proud is an understatement. I’ve always said “I don’t expect you the be THE best - just do YOUR best.” She worked hard and it paid off. Now the fun starts… #doodleaday #growingup

Yes, his feet are now bigger than mine… it’s a win!! #doodleaday #parentjourney

The excitement and the laughter - one of the delights of the kids getting older and of our blended family. #doodleaday #blendedfamily #loveafterloss

I’m sure my parents probably felt the same when I was with my mates - it’s a bewildering whole other language!!! Actually I’m sure medieval parents felt the same too… #doodleaday #generationgap

In an effort to focus his brain on something other than gaming before term begins, the reintroduction of an old tradition: shared reading time. Put on the timer for an agreed period and sit quietly together. Rather lovely. #doodleaday

We so rarely get the chance to ‘let rip’ in life - it’s so healthy to be able to just go for it. Good for the soul! #doodleaday #lovetheatre

So much variety coming up … always thankful for new experiences. Life moves so fast - try to grab every opportunity. #doodleaday

First born leaves - step daughter joins… I love the wheel of life. #doodleaday #blendedfamily

Performing done for a bit - next 3 directing. Pratchett’s Lords And Ladies opens on 10th, with Shakespeare in Love and …Earnest following in quick succession. Fun times and much laughter ahead… #doodleaday #lovetheatre

Also, the inability to put them away!!! #doodleaday #parentingmysteries

I give it 5 minutes before they descend…. #doodleaday

A huge thank you to everyone who follows me. Your comments and likes are what have kept me going through the darkest times. I’m so happy I am able to bring a smile (and the occasional tear) to you. The journey continues. X #doodleaday #findingjoy #loveafterloss

From younger sibling to big brother… all change! A new term - a new dynamic… I love this. #doodleaday #blendedfamily

I do sometimes question my sanity taking on so much at once - but as my friends say, I wouldn’t have it any other way. Life is short and I hate to waste a single moment… plus, I mean, it’s FUN!! #doodleaday