Hello, my name is Hannah and I'm a coffee addict. I love the smell, the taste, and those occasional caffeine jitters. But, I have to come clean about something. Even though my love affair with coffee is strong, I can be picky about the coffees I choose to drink. No two batches of beans are... Continue Reading →
Hear This: Autobiographical Audiobooks
I love listening to audiobooks when I'm in the car or cleaning the house. They seem to make time pass much quicker and a great choice if you're sick of listening to the same music over and over again. Audiobooks can be tricky because the narrator really does make or break the experience - if... Continue Reading →
Boosting Mental Health Through Fitness
What do you think of when you think of fitness? Some might think of exceptional athletes with perfectly sculpted bodies. Others might think of their weekly Zumba class. Neither would be wrong. Fitness means something different to everyone, but, for me specifically, fitness means better mental health. Every time I walk up to a barbell... Continue Reading →
Decluttering for Spring
I, like the rest of the world it seems, have recently jumped on the Marie Kondo bandwagon. I hate clutter but I also own a lot of 'stuff' that I don't want to get rid of, so I'm always looking for clever ways to organise and store things in my small apartment. I love the... Continue Reading →
Hear This: 5 Comedy Podcasts Guaranteed to Make You Smile
Ask anyone what my podcast preferences are, they'll probably tell you it's a solid tie between horror and true crime. While true, there are days that I need a break from both. That and I just love a good laugh. I mean, who doesn't? (If you're someone who doesn't, well, I hate to tell you... Continue Reading →
On My Bookshelf: Four Middle Grade Favourites
As a child I devoured Middle Grade fiction for many years. I read my way around the children's section in my local library and then re-read my favourites for good measure. When I graduated into adult fiction I never looked back, until about two years ago. I accidentally bought a middle grade book, thinking it... Continue Reading →
Travel: Austin Is For Book Lovers, Too
Austin may be known for its thriving music scene, but its literary scene is also buzzing with life. From unique bookstores to author readings to book festivals, the city has plenty to offer book lovers. While many of the events take place during the spring and summer months, there's plenty to choose from year-round. So,... Continue Reading →
Travel: 48 Hours in Belfast
Recently I travelled to Belfast to see Bell X1 in concert and visit a friend who's living there. Despite growing up in Ireland I had never made it to Belfast, and didn't really know too much about what to do in the city. Well, I was impressed! Belfast is a beautiful, small city so it's... Continue Reading →
Four Ways to Implement Self-Care Into Your Busy Routine
In today's society, we follow a hectic, often draining, fast-paced way of living. Whether we're working long hours, caring for loved ones, or just walking the dog, it's easy for us to forget to take a moment for ourselves. Some days, even the thought of setting aside five minutes to breathe seems overwhelming, but it's... Continue Reading →
Recipe: Healthy Banana and Blueberry Muffins
These delicious muffins are the perfect way to use up those forgotten bananas that are slowing getting browner and browner in your fruit bowl. They are low-fat and don't contain too much sugar so you can totally pass them off as a healthy-ish breakfast! I always double the recipe and freeze some to have later.... Continue Reading →