Category Archives: Thoughts

I started this blog with the intention of splurging the process of getting this castle and then haven’t been very good at sticking to any kind of schedule. I’ve been going through a lot health wise. And I feel like … Continue reading →

Sorry, this is a little later than planned because I have been on the road with my tiny human, medium human and Bryan, as well as several other family members. It is time for the annual research trip combined with … Continue reading →

One of the biggest elements of reaching a financial goal that’s larger than just putting a few hundred £ aside for a few months, is knowing how to make money with your money. Or save long term and not spend … Continue reading →

So, today I’m going to do something that is considered very taboo in the UK and talk about actual financial stuff. Buying a big castle or property big enough for the number of people we want to help isn’t going … Continue reading →

One of the big ways I plan on paying for this castle and to help fund the running of the retreat, is essentially my own creativity. Just in case anyone reading this doesn’t know, I write novels. I’ve written quite … Continue reading →

When I wrote my blog post on Monday and put it up on this very simple little website, I almost didn’t tell anyone I’d done it. I wrestled most of the day with a lot of my own fears and … Continue reading →

Short answer. Yes. Well, this one does. I’m sure some don’t. This wouldn’t be a very sensible blog if the answer were no though. Longer answer: That’s essentially what this blog is going to be about, and it’s complicated and … Continue reading →

Why do I want a castle? What is this blog about? Who is Talia Beckett? And who does she think she is telling everyone about all this? I’m sure you have lots of questions and I will do my best … Continue reading →