Hello,
It’s been three months since I last wrote a newsletter and so much has changed since then - even in the past few weeks. After multiple cat sits, I have officially moved to Brighton! I am also six weeks into a new course one day a week in London, which is contributing to a renewed sense of purpose and zest for life after quite a wobbly bit of time.
I decided to move to Brighton after a cat sit in June where life began to unfold in terms of friendships (and it was really sunny). Now I am here, life continues to unfold and I feel so grateful to be having a turn at things feeling really in flow.
While I have your attention, I’d love to tell you about a winter sea swim challenge I’ve decided to do to raise money for the charity I work part-time and freelance for: Catching Lives. I have set myself the challenge to get in the sea at least once a week for the rest of the year. The money raised will go towards the homeless charity’s Winter Appeal to raise £50k. You can sponsor me here (and thank you to those who have already!) No amount is too small.
Uplifting News Stories
Stevenage cat hopes for chart hit with Christmas single | BBC News
This thread on Ezra Collective’s kindness | Twitter
My favourite musical - Everyone’s Talking About Jamie - is back | Twitter
Joe Lycett raises funds for homelessness in response to Braverman comments | ITV
Dog leads family to missing cat | Global News
Nadine White’s Barrel Children documentary is showing in Parliament | Tickets
Big Boys confirms series 2 release | Digital Spy
Features Worth Sharing
Isabel Togoh’s Substack newsletter: Quality Sheet
Things That Have Brought Me Joy In The Past Week Or So
Visiting Puzzle Bored cafe in Brighton - amazing puzzles, atmosphere and delicious food and drink. Specifically designed with neurodiversity in mind and banging drinks and snacks. It’s been open a couple of months.
Seeing Sunday Draw Margate’s exhibition at Crate Space and alongside the beautiful art, reading quotes from participants about the joy the community brings them.
Eating vegan food with a lovely new friend at Brighton Ethiopian restaurant Abysinnia. Cash only.
Being part of Donna Lancaster’s Deepening Into Life community.
Walking by the sea, solo and with new pals.
Finding treasure on the beach.
Joining Wakehurst in West Sussex as a member with the intention of going as much as possible.
Swimming in the sea as much as possible with new friends.
Also have been to the cinema four times as I try to use up my free tickets before my PictureHouse membership expires. Enjoyed a documentary on Klimt, found How To Have Sex intense yet important, The Miracle Club joyful during some quality time with my mum and also enjoyed laughing out loud watching Dream Scenario. Please send your recommendations my way!
A Few Recommendations
Selina Barker’s Goodbye 2023 Hello 2024 journal is out now. Here’s my interview with her from a year ago.
I love these handmade natural aromas and essential oils by SALVAGED in Bermuda.
If you’re in Kent, get yourself to Bearfoot Ecstatic Dance.
Intuitive artist Corinne Peacock is doing special offers on her paintings to raise money towards an important trip.
Connection Jam in Brighton are running their first sober dating event next week.
OK, that’s it for now. Hope you find moments of joy in the day and weekend ahead.
Until next time,
B xxx
Becky! Thank you so much for the feature! Your move to Brighton sounds wonderful and fulfilling, congrats 👏🏾.This post exudes so much joy and warmth, thank you xx
Lovely to hear from you and what you're doing sounds so interesting xx