A Cuppa with Fi ☕

Hello lovely people! Welcome to the first edition of A Little Life Update from Fi. I’ve been busy giving Life of a Crazy Mum a little makeover and creating new places to share the things I love. Grab a cuppa and have a look around!

It’s been a tough month with the loss of my beloved Gran, and also our family dog of over 10 years, Rocky. Both lived a long and loved life, and for that I can be grateful.

I have also been doing a lot of planning for the future, rediscovering my passion for writing, and building a new direction for LOACM.

Since I am heading Down Under for Christmas and New year, my social life and excursions have taken a backseat. However, as I have scrolled, observed, and wished I had spare money to join in, I’ve been handpicking events I would love to go to for you lot to try instead. Everything from season-specific events and cultural exhibitions, to foodie finds and live music. I hope you enjoy them as much as I would!

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Empty Chairs Barry 🧡

Something particularly close to my heart is Empty Chairs Barry — a welcoming, no-pressure space for anyone who would enjoy a little company and conversation. You don’t need to know anyone, explain why you’re there or stay for longer than you feel comfortable.

Our next get-together is Saturday 14 November at 11am at Craft Republic, Barry. I’ll be wearing my orange top so you can spot me! 🧡

We’ve also created a Facebook group to help people keep in touch and find out about future meet-ups. Join the Empty Chairs Barry Facebook group here.

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Fi’s Finds 💜

Looking for something worth leaving the house for? Fi’s Finds is my growing guide to markets, gigs, theatre, independent businesses and local gems around South Wales. There’s plenty of festive inspiration building up too — check the live page for current dates and booking details.

I’ll always have a soft spot for discovering local events and supporting independent businesses, so do send me your favourite hidden gems!

On the Sofa with Fi 🍿

My latest sofa obsession? Ghosts (US) — and why being dead has never been so much fun! I’ve written about my favourite ghosts, those unexpected plot twists and the brilliantly ridiculous phrases that kept me laughing.

And for anyone after something darker, my American Horror Story season rundown is ready for a binge-watch debate. You’ll know where my loyalties lie when it comes to Hotel!

There’s more waiting in On the Sofa with Fi, my cosy corner for TV, film and entertainment.

Fresh from the Blog ✨

There’s been plenty happening at Life of a Crazy Mum! Alongside my latest TV reviews, I’ve launched Shop with Fi — a home for practical product finds, personal favourites and wishlist ideas.

I’ve also been updating my Pinterest profile, giving old content a new lease of life and making it easier to discover the articles behind the recommendations. If you’re new around here, there’s lots to explore.

Shop with Fi 🛍️

You know how I love finding a handy little gadget! 😂 I’ve been putting together three new shopping reads, with clear notes on what I own, what I’ve tried and what is still on my wishlist:

• Fi’s Ultimate Travel Kit — the travel essentials I pack and the upgrades I’m considering for Australia.
• The Creator’s Edit — Office Vibes, home-office organisation, filming tools and creative kit.
• Is Amazon Prime worth it? — shopping and streaming benefits explored.

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Prefer recommendations with a bit of context? The three articles above are a great place to start, and every visit helps support the blog. Thank you! 💜

Adventures & Gadabond ✈️

Meet Gadabond, the travel idea I’m developing around useful destination guides, practical tips and exploring more without spending a fortune. I’m planning a Porto guide, plus a smaller free mini-guide based on my popular Porto Instagram carousel. They’re still ideas and works in progress — nothing is on sale yet — but you’ll hear about any launch here first.

And with Australia on the horizon for Christmas and New Year, I’m looking forward to gathering more travel stories and photographs for future editions.

Until Next Time 💌

Thanks for being here and following my adventures, big and small. Have you found somewhere brilliant to visit, or something I absolutely must watch? I’d love to hear your recommendations.

Lots of love,
Fi 💜

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