Top Summer Blog Posts – 11 Posts That Defined Summer 2026

1. 1. I was flattered to see so many readers interested in my Sunday reflections as I plan for this to be a weekly feature sharing the highs and lows of my life.
   2. Gardening posts are always popular including ones that give handy tips whatever your budget or size of outdoor space.
   3. No surprise that mums were looking for ideas on keeping kids entertained over the holidays. It’s amazing how many things stand the test of time.
   4. I will stop writing important posts like this one on violence against women and girls when we are truly safe in society.
   5. A post of interest to yoga fans showing an inspirational woman’s life and times.
   6. From rags to pads to campaigns for change – period poverty across the generations.
   7. My post that was the most read surprised me, to be honest. With darker evenings and colder weather on the way, I suspect it will be even more relevant in the months ahead. Many readers experience low mood and seasonal affective disorder as autumn arrives. Low motivation, low energy, or simply out of the habit? These 11 top tips can help you get back out there.
   8. It is so lovely to see women reading and hopefully implementing Dolly Parton confidence lessons. These can transform your life and apply in every season of the year and life.
   9. This old book post had huge views recently –  How Dark Are Frank L. Baum’s Wizard of Oz Books? – Woman on thin ice
   10. This old travel post proved popular too. Tips for travelling solo as a woman – Woman on thin ice
   11. I am including this post with 12 tempting barbecue recipes as right now it looks like warm weather is sticking around for a while.

Every woman carries moments that shaped her. If you feel ready to share one of yours, you’re welcome to add it to my What’s Your Story? space — a gentle corner of the internet where real voices matter.