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Not feeling it in the home office today? Me neith Not feeling it in the home office today? Me neither. I'm off to the garden. Check out the Fi Darby blog tomorrow to hear about some of the hidden disadvantages of freelance life. #GetOutside #freelancelife #freelancetips #selfemployed #officeblues #timetochill
This winter I've discovered the absolute joy to be This winter I've discovered the absolute joy to be found in munching my way through the jams and pickles I worked so hard over in the autumn. We're trying to stick to seasonal vegetables so these little morsels of warm-season delight are most welcome amongst the winter parsnips, cabbage, and leeks. This morning's treat? Oven fresh sourdough baguettes from the @fuzzyfellarides microbakery, with my own quince marmalade. Sublime! #breakfast #sourdough #microbakery #devon #preserves #seasonalfood #localfood #foodmilesmatter #seasonalvegetables #wintertreats #permaculture
Looking for spring... The birds, broad beans, and Looking for spring... The birds, broad beans, and hellebores all say it's on its way! #GetOutside #staylocal #staysafe #mygarden #signsofspring #spring
Still not enjoying the jogging (joggling) much but Still not enjoying the jogging (joggling) much but the early morning light shows are making it easier. I increased the distance today, and added an extra hill (which I walked up). Now I'm definitely allowed a slice of that delicious apple cake that @fuzzyfellarides made from the apples I scrumped in the autumn. #GetOutside #staylocal #localwalks #jogging #bekind
On our last local walk I found a secret garden. It On our last local walk I found a secret garden. It had appeared overnight. This was the conversation @fuzzyfellarides and I had before the walk. ME: I need to post a letter. HIM: We could look at what they've done to that manhole cover. ME: That'll be exciting. Weird thing is, I meant it! #GetOutside #lockdowning #localwalks #staylocal #staysafe
A reminder that I was lucky enough to get away in A reminder that I was lucky enough to get away in the van last summer. These tiny beauties are from Seaham in County Durham, where I spent a happy couple of hours mooching with a friend. #GetOutside #seaglass #mooching #exploreuk #seaham #treasure #smallpleasures
After writing about the signs of spring this morni After writing about the signs of spring this morning, I decided it was time for a bit of Wintering. Katherine May's writing combines soporific and thought-provoking in finely balanced proportions. My favourite quote so far... 'I'm certain that the cold has healing powers that I don't yet understand. After all, you apply ice to a joint after an awkward fall. Why not do the same to life?' #readingtime #winterdays #wintering #readingclub #bookclub #fireside #staysafe #staylocal #savelives
With inside being most of my outside at the moment With inside being most of my outside at the moment, I decided to create Outdoor Corner in the lounge. With actual sunlight, a pile of fab outdoor books (thanks @ju_in_devon) and the most excellent @rubbastuff @ordnancesurvey GB picnic rug covering the armchair, I feel some excellent outdoors/indoors moments coming on over the next few weeks. #GetOutsideInside #stayathome #staysafe #readingtime📖 #readingcorner #armchair #maps #osmaps #mapgeek #ordnancesurvey #home
Fantastic to see the Dartmoor Way in the February Fantastic to see the Dartmoor Way in the February issue of Countryfile Magazine (I love writing for them). Well done to the hardworking team who have waymarked this fantastic long distance walking route. It really is a new way to see Dartmoor. Check out the website for more information and route sections. We can't walk it at the moment but you might want to start planning... #GetOutside #thedartmoorway #freelancewriting #routefinder #outdoorwriting #dartmoor #countryfile #magazine
Doorstep citizen science. This gingko biloba tree Doorstep citizen science. This gingko biloba tree was tiny when we first moved in. It's doing well now and looks fantastic in autumn. Treezilla is an Open University partnership project, which educates and involves people in the conservation of trees. Why not download the app and get involved? #GetOutside #nature #trees #hugatree #citizenscience #treezilla #gingko #outdoorlearning
Not long before lockdown three I made a dawn trip Not long before lockdown three I made a dawn trip to Dartmoor. I'm so glad I did. The sun will still be rising when I can go back again. But not in quite the same place. #GetOutside #staylocal #staysafe #sunrise #carpediem
Early morning sea swims. Chilly but satisfying. It Early morning sea swims. Chilly but satisfying. It only takes half a day to warm up again! #GetOutside #staylocal #staysafe #seaswim #thestoics #devon #torbay #frostymorning #walkfromhome #localwalk
A touch of early morning magic on yesterday's walk A touch of early morning magic on yesterday's walk from my doorstep. #GetOutside #winterwalks #staylocal #staysafe #doorstep
Mediterranean or my lounge. Whichever it was, it w Mediterranean or my lounge. Whichever it was, it was lovely to see the sunshine this weekend. #GetOutside #staylocal #staysafe #homecomforts #sunshine #smallpleasures
I spent the weekend appreciating the small things. I spent the weekend appreciating the small things. When you stop and look there's plenty of tiny beauty to be found, even in the most urban of spaces. #GetOutside #staylocal #staysafe #smallpleasures #tinyviews #explorelocal
The woodpile's sorted and the sunshine's back at o The woodpile's sorted and the sunshine's back at our Home Cafe. Christmas coffee from @devoncoffeecompany with date and rhubarb slice from @fuzzyfellarides. Life can be good at home. #GetOutside #staylocal #staysafe #mygarden #wintersun #fika #fikatime #coffeetime #sunshine
Sometimes it's the little things that can brighten Sometimes it's the little things that can brighten a day. Mr D and I collected these in our pockets on yesterday's #localwalk. They're beautiful to look at and are going to keep us warm on the woodburner later. #GetOutside #staylocal #staysafe #lockdown #smallpleasures
Today's our 33rd wedding anniversary. I've always Today's our 33rd wedding anniversary. I've always liked the number three so I thought I'd examine its significance for our time together. We've raised 3 wonderful children We've owned 3 houses We've both had 3 careers We've only ever had 3 arguments That last one definitely isn't true but the events of 2020 and 2021have proved we still love being together, making each other laugh, and looking after each other. I am a lucky girl. Happy anniversary Mr D. #anniversary #wedding #thelonghaul #couples
Frost on the prom? In Torbay? It's not usually th Frost on the prom? In Torbay? It's not usually this cold. Although there was that February our beach had a foot of snow... #GetOutside #seaswim #coldwater #frostymorning #bobblehat #staywarm #whenyoureoutyourein
Sunshine and frost. Surely a happy combination for Sunshine and frost. Surely a happy combination for my perennial broccoli! With the broad beans seedlings finally poking through the soil, and the garlic romping away, I declare my 2021 gardening season open! #GetOutside #permaculture #peacewithin #gardening #growyourownfoods
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Client Reviews

“It has been a real pleasure to have Fi contributing to our blogging efforts. She has excellent writing skills, is comfortable working with Word Press and is a proficient social media user. The best part though, is that she comes up with blog ideas, pitches them and writes them in a very fast turnaround time. … Continue reading “English Trackers”

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English Trackers

“Fi is a great asset in my day-to-day work. She always meets the needs of briefs and deadlines, usually providing copy in advance. Very good communicator and always has channels open when she’s working. I’m glad to have found her freelancing services.”

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Upskilled Australia

“Fi is exactly what we want in a writing partner, the quality of her text is extremely professional and articulate and best of all she is able to work in such a way that supports the way our agency works. Looking forward to a long partnership.”

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Flycast Media

“Fi is really easy to work with and understands copywriting in relation to SEO. We’re really pleased we found her and looking forward to working with her more.”

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Origin 1

“Hi Fi – Just thought you’d like to know that your (latest) post  was our top post of the month of SEP, despite only being live for 12 days of the month. It also got a great organic result… showing that readers are really engaging with the content.”

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Upskilled Australia

“We were hugely impressed with Fi’s pro-active and professional approach when we worked with her on a fascinating WW2 exhibition. Her insight and sensitivity were matched by her quality text and prompt delivery, we would highly recommend her as a copy writer with a certain ‘something extra’. She was an absolute pleasure to work with … Continue reading “Visit Dartmoor”

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Visit Dartmoor

Thank you so much for your efforts, your patience, your advice and of course, your beautiful words.

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