Who's Who!

Kate is a 52 year old mum of four.
At least, that is what her cv says. Actually, Kate is a virtual representation of multiple algorithms which function collectively better in print.
At least that’s what it feels like much of the time.

Remembering you exist from the neck down can be difficult whilst entirely preoccupied with many thought processes at any one time, but then that is what children are for - a wonderful reminder to constantly ground you in a reality all too easy to become detached from.

Having Blogged prolifically for several years, transitioning into writing books was merely a small, terrifying leap into the unknown. Initially a self-indulgent attempt to reclaim a maternally suppressed creative spark, the written word took on a life of its own. Writing is self affirmation at its best, the finest comfort food in print.

Why do I blog? Read about me here.

So here's the gang:-

"R"
Long suffering husband, best friend and (at times) fifth child!

Source of my inspiration, my biggest supporter and soul mate.

Usually found in front of a computer ...



"J" 

Son number One.

Kind, caring, diligent and sensitive. Never did his bit to prepare me for parenting as he's pretty easy going and considerate. PhD in Geography, now working in the City.

Previously famous on YouTube having invented Minecraft SkyWars (with a public mention at Minecon, London) he went on to win not one, but TWO NaSTAs at Uni for production. (All those years syncing firework displays on Roller Coaster Tycoon weren't wasted, see?!)

Having spent years running competitively he set up an Athletics Academy at his school during his Gap Year and now runs for pleasure. (I know, mad... right?) Also seen playing Ultimate Frisbee, much to the dog's amusement.

Works too hard, eats too sensibly and focusses on the future and his place in it.

"H" Son number Two.

Unique. Exhausting. Opinionated. Inspiring. Not to be underestimated! Subscribes to a different life philosophy from the rest of us, but the world is catching up. 

Evidence that anything is attainable if you want it badly enough.

"A" Son number Three.  

Eccentric. Quirky... completely determined, and quietly driven with a level of FOMO that causes him no small amount of trouble. 

Desperately wants to "make a difference" in the world but only if he can get out of bed on time, and when he's finished playing piano.

Plays piano, organ and sings, loves art and misses sailing.

"K" ...and last but definitely not least, Daughter number One.

Eager to please, loving, incredibly capable and determined. Sensitive yet fiery and with a life plan already. She might be the youngest (only by 10 minutes I might add) and have 3 older brothers but not one to be ignored. Takes commissions for pet portraits in oils. https://kittyrosethompson.wixsite.com/artkittyrose

Musical and artistic, would like to live in a remote cottage with a hundred animals (mostly dogs) and draw/paint all day. My mini-me, and the only one I would leave in charge in my absence.

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