As you probably know by now, I like to swirl. It’s relaxing and rather enjoyable (and maybe a bit addicting at times). In addition to…
You’ve slogged through post after post of me going on and on about my goal to earn my master’s degree. You’ve listened to me whine…
I’ve been a bit low lately and reached out to a friend for a bit of company. When I’d first mentioned that I was stressed…
I’ve thought long and hard about how to handle the month of October for my blog. You know, since I only posted twice before the…
Hello and welcome to this amazingly awesome Just Frances temporary blog. If you’re a regular Just Frances reader, you may have noticed that I’ve not…
It’s starting to get cold outside and that means cuddling up on the couch with a cosy blanket. And for a double dose of warmth,…
Well, that’s the Loch Ness Marathon done, and I am pleased to say that I improved my time over last year. The weather was pretty…
In about 24 hours, I will be running my second marathon. I know I’d said I was only ever doing one, but I was kind…
Today is Day 3 of Social Media Week, so I thought I’d talk about correspondence. You see, for all of the wonderfulness of social media,…
To celebrate Social Media Week, I have decided to share a paper I wrote a few months ago about digital diaries and online identities. It…
Today is National Punctuation Day in America, a day to celebrate the amazingness of punctuation. Today also marks the start of Social Media Week, a worldwide…
When I moved into my new flat last weekend, I was excited to see that the previous tenant (and my good friend!) left behind a…
Tater tot casserole has got to be one of the world’s yummiest, tastiest comfort foods – ever! I love it. I crave it. I gobble it up…
My visa expires in 49 days. My employer is working on getting sponsorship approval for me so that I can apply for a new visa,…
It’s been more than a year since I’ve shared some bits of inspiration and since I’m really feeling the need for some positive thinking, I…
September is ITP Awareness Month, so I thought I’d share my ITP story with you. First, some key bits of information so that you know why it’s such a…
Today was fabulous, even as I sit here with aching muscles and feel completely wrecked. The day started well, after a fantastic night’s sleep in…
There is a fabulous literary festival in Stirling this weekend, and I’ve managed to catch a bit of it today. Bloody Scotland celebrates the amazing…
Today is moving day! Which means I’m kind of busy. This means just a short post to share a video tour of the new digs.…
I alluded to a big step toward a happier future the other day, but also said I wouldn’t share the big(ish) news just yet. Only…