Embracing the Roller Coaster of Life: From GCSEs to French Adventures and New Beginnings

WOW, what a roller coaster these last few months have been! Life has been filled with highs, lows, and everything in between. What with our eldest  finishing her GCSEs, a journey that didn’t come without its fair share of doubt and panic attacks. The exam season was stressful, but we all came out the other side a little stronger and more resilient. And what better way to celebrate overcoming that hurdle than with a well-deserved holiday in France?

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A French Adventure to Remember

France, what a breath of fresh air! We were lucky enough to spend a whole 17 days in the company of beautiful friends, that’s what I call a proper holiday. Hubby took on the challenge of driving on the “wrong” side of the road in his shiny new company car, a hybrid that was incredibly handy for the 8-hour drive down to the South of France. Driving in France is a lot less stressful! We explored charming towns, and soaked up the sun.

One of the highlights of our trip was celebrating our eldest’s 16th birthday surrounded by friends and nature, marking this milestone in such a memorable way. We also visited the Dune du Pilat, which was beyond amazing. I wasn’t quite sure what to expect, but the views were nothing short of spectacular. Standing atop a massive sand dune, with the ocean stretching out as far as the eye could see, it felt like we were on top of the world. And the sunsets were the icing on the cake.

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Settling Back into the New Normal

Now that the holidays are well and truly over, it’s time to settle back into what we’re calling the “new normal.” With the eldest starting college and the youngest (yet tallest)! heading in-to year 9, our routines have shifted, and life is taking on a new rhythm. But with the last quarter of the year upon us, it’s also the perfect time to reflect and plan.

What do you want to achieve by the end of the year? 

Maybe you’ve been wishing you had a monthly newsletter going out to your email list but haven’t quite gotten around to it. Or perhaps there’s a task that’s been on your mind for far too long, something you keep procrastinating on because it takes up too much headspace. Maybe you’re dreaming of having someone handle your social media scheduling, freeing up time for you to focus on what truly matters.

Let’s Tackle the Last Quarter Together

These are all things that I can support you with! I’m here to help you get organised, clear the clutter from your mind, and tackle those lingering tasks that are keeping you from feeling focused and energised. Let’s turn those “I wish I had time for…” thoughts into “I’m so glad I got this done!” moments.

So, let’s make the most of this last stretch of the year. What’s on your to-do list? What’s that one thing you’d love to cross off before we roll into 2025? Whatever it is, let’s tackle it together.

Cheers to wrapping up the year with clarity, purpose, and maybe even a little more ease.

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I’m Hannah, the founder of WillowPR.

I started this journey to have the flexibility to work from home and be there for my family. I’m passionate about helping others find the headspace they need to focus on what they love most. Thanks for reading, and here’s to creating more space for what truly matters!

*on the baguette run at 6am in France