Blog — this vegan life

Solvitur Ambulando

2020 has turned me into a rambler! And I’m not talking about my conversational skills.

AdventuresKim WillisNovember 28, 2020walking, hiking, Garmin, 10, steps, happy minds, mental health, natural health service

Pros and Cons of Lockdown

It’s been an eventful year. I leave it to the Great Thinkers of our time to comment on the global stuff. I’m just here to muse about my own tiny little world.

MusingsKim WillisJune 26, 2020lockdown, community spirit, NHSclap

A little pot of magic

My honest review of vegan friendly facial oil Skinirvana. After a ten year hunt, I finally found a game changer.

Foolproof Treats

Here’s a simple yet delicious snack which is high in protein. Everyone loves protein! And if you also love nut butter, bananas and chocolate, you’re in for a treat.

RecipesKim WillisMay 23, 2020Cooking, Baking, vegan treats, vegan food, vegan af, plant power

Alcohol Free

First I stopped eating animals… then I stopped drinking ethanol! What’s next, world peace?!

Kim WillisMay 12, 2020

For the pandas and penguins of course

My exceptionally special and wonderful sister took the 2.6 challenge to raise money for the WWF during lockdown. She wanted to raise £260 but she didn’t count on how loved she is… We’re talking nearly £1000 so far….

Adventures, This Vegan WeekKim WillisApril 27, 2020WWF, animal rescue, lockdown, twopointsixchallenge, microcephaly

Bath Vegan Festival

When you can’t go to Bath Vegan Food Festival, Bath Vegan Food Festival must come to you! Sort of. Like a poor man’s food festival, with a crowd of two.

Lockdown Diaries III

I’ve been crying a lot this week but don’t worry, they are tears of joy because despite what you may have read, there is so much good in the world.

MusingsKim WillisApril 7, 2020home life, coronavirus, lockdown, good news, feel good vibes

Lockdown Diaries II

Here to assure you and amuse you, possibly in equal measure. I’m getting my lockdown priorities down to a T…

MusingsKim WillisApril 1, 2020Duolingo, hobbies, crafts, games, lockdown, coronavirus

Human Kind

I’m here to offer Good Vibes Only - gawd knows we need ‘em right about now. Here are mine. Send me yours!

MusingsKim WillisMarch 25, 2020good vibes, happy news, plant power, coronavirus

The Concrete Jungle

I went to Bangkok and I’m here to tell you where I ate, why I got naked and where all the trees are. If those aren’t three tantalising reasons to read on, I don’t know what is!

AdventuresKim WillisMarch 12, 2020Vegan Food, Vegans on tour, vegan living, Bangkok, Thailand, vegan travel, plant power

I write alright.

A collection of some of my recent articles for women’s magazines - just a tiny bit proud of placing stories like these in national women’s mags. Read on to find out about the amazing women I’ve had the honour of writing about lately!

ReJanuarate

Took this photo on Christmas Day during a very sunny walk. A few days later, we challenged ourselves to resist all our vices for the month of January.

MusingsKim WillisFebruary 2, 2020ReJanuarate, Challenges, Veganuary, Dry January, fundraising, Christmas

Rise of the Sober

I wrote about going sober for Top Sante magazine. AND I reviewed the best AF beers for your delectation.

ReviewsKim WillisJanuary 7, 2020Sober, sober curious, AF, Alcohol-Free, Adventures, vegan beer, vegan drinks

How to host a vegan dinner party

The ridiculously talented and creative culinary wizard Niki Webster of Rebel Recipes guides us through flawless dinner party three-course meal ideas…

CBD goodies

A review of some CBD infused goodies. CBD is having a hey day - it’s in mylk, coffee, chocolate, beer and more - and I’ve enjoyed the lot. For you, of course.

ReviewsKim WillisNovember 30, 2019CBD, food reviews, raw chocolate, mylk, coffee, goodies

Mind's Christmas Crafternoon

I’ve teamed up with Mind to share a scrummy recipe suggestion for their upcoming Crafternoon event, raising money to support people for better mental health.

MusingsKim WillisNovember 28, 2019mental health, mind, charity, recipes

Vote!

I’m voting Green. I checked and it’s the party most aligned with my principles. Just ask anyone I text - there’s always a green heart in the sign off. I’d put one here if I knew how.

MusingsKim WillisNovember 27, 2019General Election, vote, Green Party, Climate Crisis