Seventeen Wellbeing

26/01/2026

Wobbles and how to fix them!

An interesting title for a blog, me thinks! A wobble for me is when I feel off balance mentally and emotionally. For those of you who already know me, you know that this is quite a frequent occurrence! Sometimes a wobble also becomes a big meltdown! Wobbles happen even when I am in a "happy place" as they are so often out of my control, well at least initially anyway....

An interesting title for a blog, me thinks! A wobble for me is when I feel off balance mentally and emotionally. For those of you who already know me, you know that this is quite a frequent occurre…

23/01/2026

22/01/2026

For a limited time only, we’ve got Cricket St Thomas Camembert in store. Perfect for a cosy, cheesy dinner. Pop in and grab one while stocks last £3.50

22/01/2026

Saveurs… famous lemon cake layered with lime&lemon curd IS BACK !!! 😍

22/01/2026

I am what I am!

Whilst I am riding along on the crest of the wave, with seven sea days to reach our next destination, I have much time to reflect, which is one of the reasons I chose to embark on my epic adventure. I feel I have lost my identity, my confidence and my motivation, amongst other things! As I sit to type this, I am looking out at the ocean which has an infinite expanse and if I may, I liken that to the blank canvass I have with infinite opportunities to order my life in the best way for me, so that I can then serve some worthwhile purpose for me and the many people whom I am so blessed to have in my life....

Whilst I am riding along on the crest of the wave, with seven sea days to reach our next destination, I have much time to reflect, which is one of the reasons I chose to embark on my epic adventure…

20/01/2026

Somewhere to go in May!

A New Chapter at Wild Artichokes

We are delighted to introduce the new custodians of Wild Artichokes: local residents Paul and Hayley Hegley. Paul brings over 20 years of experience as a chef, most recently as Executive Head Chef at Gara Rock, while Hayley brings to the table her experience of running her own successful business.

Paul will introduce his own style of food and dining to WAHQ and will share more on this soon. We can't wait to see what he has in store!

We hope you'll extend the same wonderful support to Paul & Hayley as you have shown us over the years. We'll certainly be cheering them on from the sidelines and hope they have as much fun as we've had!

Here's to a great new chapter at WAHQ, and our very best wishes to Paul and Hayley.

With one last thank you, much love and a big hug from us ♥️

Sam & Jane ###

18/01/2026

Going Ashore!

After a few days at sea, I was looking forward to going ashore and exploring new places. I considered whether I am a tourist or a world traveller; that thought having been put in my head by the excursions team. Is it the same thing, if not, how would I define both of them? For me, I think it is just that I am a visitor to another place that I look forward to exploring, meeting the people, enjoying the different cultures, and so much more....

After a few days at sea, I was looking forward to going ashore and exploring new places. I considered whether I am a tourist or a world traveller; that thought having been put in my head by the exc…

18/01/2026

18/01/2026

Good morning from the North Atlantic Ocean, en route to Cape Verde

15/01/2026

Embarking and getting settled

On Sunday 11th January 2026 I embarked on my journey of a lifetime and it has been somewhat of a whirlwind to get here, but I am so happy to be on board Queen Anne. I have reconnected with darling friends and we have some wonderful things planned to do together as we have 110 days to explore this wonderful world we live in....

On Sunday 11th January 2026 I embarked on my journey of a lifetime and it has been somewhat of a whirlwind to get here, but I am so happy to be on board Queen Anne. I have reconnected with darling …

14/01/2026

Braving the elements!!

14/01/2026

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So, yesterday, Sunday 11 January 2026, I boarded Queen Anne, the newest ship in the Cunard fleet, to commence the world voyage! I feel very fortunate that I am able to do this; it’s a chance …