Welcome back if you’ve been away for the summer and commiserations if, like some of us, you’ve been here chained to your desk or wrangling the out-of-school kids.
On the fashion desk we’re starting to receive the autumn/winter collections and, would you believe, the very first Christmas release (hang your head in shame that marketer!) But, to be honest, unlike the sincere but somewhat off-the-mark promises I remember when I first arrived, September is far from the start of winter, who were they trying to kid? Hey-ho, the promise of deliciously balmy days not too far ahead is one of the things that keeps us all here, right?
Anyway, enough about the weather (can you tell I’m a Brit by any chance?), I’ve spent much of the summer thinking about DIY. So, I was delighted to read our feature on artisan producers. Bahrain may be a small island but it’s certainly filled with creative people and it never ceases to amaze me when I see some of the gorgeous pieces they come up with. Our round-up of some of the women creating unique stuff with their own hands has left me inspired and ready for the paint pot challenge – it will be a great way to spend some of the many public holidays coming up over the next few months.
Our interviewees this month are two very different women, each inspirational in her own way. Dina Bseisu went from a high-flying executive to suffering crippling mental health issues, now she uses her experience as a way to help other women who may be facing similar struggles. And Mona Jumaan has combined her passions for travel and photography to win a prestigious international award. Both are ladies you can sit down and chat with and I hope you’ll enjoy their stories.
I was particularly taken with the fitness page this month. Being one who will procrastinate, spend hours on social media and even get out the ironing board to avoid going to the gym (OK, that last one’s a lie), I was rather taken with the idea of workouts to suit your mood. Now all I need is one that specifically addresses the desire for Death by Chocolate!
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