Since my Raleigh was stolen a couple of weeks ago, I have this pent-up energy and need to ride a bike again. It’s quite awful; it’s a feeling of freedom lost once known. I liken it to being a wild bird trapped in a cage. But bike shopping is by far the worst!

Hypnos have a 100 year history dating back to Edwardian times. Since then, they have been creating bespoke, hand crafted beds, taking into consideration every aspect of the process that will make a difference to your comfort, including using natural materials such as wool and cashmere to ensure complete comfort.

I’ve had renter’s insurance for years and have thankfully never had to file a claim until now; reason being – my bike was stolen. Now, most people who poo-poo a bike being stolen as reason to file an insurance claim, but my bike was important to me and wasn’t cheap.

Last summer my sister got married and all of my own wedding memories came flooding back to me; the evening ceremony, the dancing, and the great time I had with my guests. I had just as much fun at her wedding as I did my own.

But it also reminded me of how financially unprepared we were as young adults. Though I feel much more confident that my sister has a handle on her finances, I remember how my husband and I struggled financially those first couple of years.

This week has been quite the roller coaster. First, my bike was stolen (a post unto itself very soon). Then, as it turns out I’m not going to get to keep my “comfy chair” job after all.