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100 days of lockdown

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on October 6, 2021June 30, 2020 Leave a Comment on 100 days of lockdown

Today marks 100 days of lockdown here in the UK. I have just written my latest column for Norfolk Online and in that I lament the loss of one of life’s greatest pleasures – one that we definitely all took for granted – and that is a cup of coffee with a friend. Whether spontaneous …

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The Magic of Mister Mishkins launches next month! The Magic of Mister Mishkins launches next month! Book Two in The Magical Mister Mishkins series, this book is truly enchanting all. I have so much more to share about book two, but I couldn't resist sharing this gorgeous illustration of everyone's favourite ginger cat! Pre-order the hardback now - paperback details will be released later this week!
Hot and hazy July is here - time to press pause wh Hot and hazy July is here - time to press pause wherever we can, take time for you, and appreciate the height of summer. So far, this summer is a particularly hot one, and while we may all long to escape to a beach, it's not always practical. Cool morning walks, fresh salads, ice cream treats, and finding chilled spaces are key to getting through this weather. As for July itself, this is when the harvest starts to come home, the birds grow silent as they are tired from feeding their young - and yet we try to fit in as much as we can into these long summer days. Remember to pause, remember to rest. Above all, remember to be. Have a blessed month, my friends. Samantha xx
It was twenty years ago today when I received a te It was twenty years ago today when I received a telephone call confirming that I was leaving Norwich Union/Aviva. I remember the moment as though it were yesterday and from that moment on, I have never looked back. Being self-employed for twenty years has been full of incredible highs and demoralising lows. I am grateful to say that the highs have far outweighed the lows, and I would not have changed anything for the world. I still have so many dreams, so many goals and ideas, and so much to strive for. These years have flown by, and I cannot wait to see what the next twenty years will bring. As I always say, follow your dreams! Samantha 🧡
An update on @magicalmistermishkins plus news of @ An update on @magicalmistermishkins plus news of @eaton_arts_collective pop up in Wymondham, where I purchased this stunning necklace from @paulasmith.2025 Have a great weekend everyone, and keep cool! Samantha xx
Ricky enjoying the fresh catnip this summer's even Ricky enjoying the fresh catnip this summer's evening!
Well, that was fun! Thank you so much @futureradio Well, that was fun! Thank you so much @futureradio_norwich for having me on today to talk all things Samantha/ @thearabianmagazine /@thedelicatediner and, of course, @magicalmistermishkins The next book in the series, The Magic of Mister Mishkins, is out on 8 August. Find out more at samanthamattocks.com including how to pre-order the limited edition hardback & receive an invite to the launch party!
I am very excited to share that I will be a guest I am very excited to share that I will be a guest on @futureradio_norwich this Tuesday, 24 June, at 3.30pm! Tune in to 107.8 FM and hear me talking about my writing life. I can't wait to share it with you all. Samantha x
When friends invite you to enjoy the solstice suns When friends invite you to enjoy the solstice sunset - and then treat you to this incredible beauty. Every sniff of this mellow, light, vibrant St Emilion was amazing. And we even had free fireworks to boot! Thank you J & J for a wonderful evening 🧡
We are mere hours away from the summer solstice, o We are mere hours away from the summer solstice, one of my most favourite times of year for making affirmations, asking the goddesses for guidance, and allowing a look back to see just how far I have come in the space of six fleeting months. https://samanthamattockswrites.substack.com/p/reflections-upon-the-summer-solstice
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