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JO’S FAVOURITES…TO DISTRACT!

There aren’t really any words that are right for everyone at the current time – everyone has their own individual experience of the current situation, good days and bad days, worry, gratitude and grief.

There is a poem by John Donohue, I heard last week, read by the wonderful Fergal Keane, and if it resonates with you, breathe in a moment of calm.

The rest is a list of a few things that help me through these strange times…

Jo x

FAVOURITE OUTFIT

My go-to when working from home.

This is my favourite because it combines a timeless shirt shape with an unexpected bottom half! And is comfortable yet chic.

Jo’s favourites…to distract!

PODCAST

Fortunately… with Fi & Jane

Fun listening, as they chat through life’s indignities, idiosyncrasies and general challenges - with great guests, humour and wit.

Jo’s favourites…to distract!

RECIPE

Fajita-style quesadillas

Super quick, impressive – good with drinks or snack lunch/supper.

Jo’s favourites…to distract!

MOVIE

Gone with The Wind

Long, romantic, funny, escapist, glamorous, glorious, sexy... phew!

Jo’s favourites…to distract!

BOOK

War Crimes for the Home – Liz Jensen

Funny, sad, brilliant - I wish I had written it.

Jo’s favourites…to distract!

BALLET

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland

As a ballet-freak I find little clips on YouTube the perfect piece of escapism. Especially this one from the recent new creation...

Jo’s favourites…to distract!

SELF-CARE

Mirabeau Folie Wine

Mirabeau Folie – what to say? It’s dry, crisp, a delicious amount of celebratory bubbles – and it’s the most beautiful shade of the palest pink.

Jo’s favourites…to distract!