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30 Days of Truth – Day 24: Playlist

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I love making mix tapes for people. I made one for my friend for her baby shower (to be played when she gave birth). I made one for my wedding day and my sister’s wedding day.  I made one for my husband when we separated, to explain the way I was feeling (he probably didn’t…

30 Days of Truth – Day 23: Something I Wish I Had Done in My Life

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As with Day 22, I don’t believe in regrets, but if I was doing it all again I guess I would tell myself to take more chances and have less fear about things that may never happen. Otherwise I’m happy with my choices in life. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Still to come in the…

30 Days of Truth – Day 22: Something I Wish I Hadn’t Done in My Life.

I don’t believe in regrets. Everything we do in life makes us stronger and wiser, and adds to our lives. But if I had to pick something I would say I wish I had never believed there was such a thing as “manageable” debt. Debt is debt and I wouldn’t get into debt again (except…

30 Days of Truth – Day 21: Friend in a Car Accident

Actually, the full title for today’s Truth should read “Day 21 → (scenario) Your best friend is in a car accident and you two got into a fight an hour before. What do you do?” Stupid question IMHO! Answer: The same thing I would do if we hadn’t fought. I’d rush to the hospital and…

30 Days of Truth – Day 20: My Views on Drugs and Alcohol

I find myself torn on the topic of drugs and alcohol. I’m one of those people who actually likes the taste of alcohol (well, beer, lager, wines and Gin) but I suffer horrendous hangovers from small amounts, so I limit myself to the occasional social drink, holiday cocktail or weekend G&T. That wasn’t always the…

30 Days of Truth – Day 19: What I Think of Religion and Politics

I admit that I often have a problem with religion. Not with faith or religious beliefs. Not with spirituality. My problem is with organised religion. And that probably has less to do with the belief system of the religion and more to do with the people who interpret those beliefs. As for politics, the feeling…

30 Days of Truth – Day 18: My Views on Gay Marriage

This Truth was not a difficult one for me to write but I am aware it may lose me some readers (it’s the kind of topic that people have very definite beliefs about). So, I write this in the hope that you will be as accepting of my views as I am of yours and…

30 Days of Truth – Day 17: A Book I’ve Read That Changed My Views on Something

I’ve thought and thought… and thought some more about this one, and I not one book stands out for me. I’ve always been a voracious reader. My mum taught me to read before I went to school so from the age of 4 I could usually be found with my nose in a book. I’m…

30 Days of Truth – Day 16: Someone or Something I Definitely Could Live Without

I’m now over halfway through my 30 Days of Truth Challenge. Today’s question is a fairly easy one to answer but there’s some real toughies coming up. Someone Or Something I Definitely Could Live Without I could definitely live without hate in the world, or poverty, or cruelty. Closer to home, I could live without:…

30 Days of Truth – Day 15: Something or Someone I Can’t Live Without Because I’ve Tried

This is an interesting question because there are many things I believe I can’t live without but have never tried. I’m sure none of us would want to live without our family and friends, without love or hope. However, I’m going to answer the question exactly as asked. Most people who know me will be…

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