06/06/2025
A day in the life…
Of a working mum.
A daughter.
A full-time carer.
And the woman behind Bonnie Escapes.
I don’t often stop to reflect. I don’t really have time. But today, I need to give myself a little credit. Because truthfully… I’m proud of what I’ve built.
In the middle of one of the most emotionally and physically exhausting years of my life — moving premises, running daily operations, caring for my lovely mum — I’ve managed to keep going. And not just going. Growing.
Bonnie Escapes Ltd isn’t just one thing. It’s evolved into so many branches:
• Bonnie Escapes Property Management – 40 beautiful properties now in my care
• Bonnie Escapes Laundry – a bespoke eco-laundry service tailored for holiday homes, now accepting new contracts and clients
• Bonnie Helping Hands – our newest community initiative, offering practical support to those who need it most, and now set to fully launch as a service I hope will prove invaluable to the NHS — scalable across our region and beyond
I’ve relocated the business, onboarded new clients, and kept every plate spinning. But I haven’t done it alone. I have a small but mighty team who I truly value:
✨ Ella – my right-hand and PA
✨ Lou – our calm and capable new office admin
✨ Donna – my laundry queen
✨ Louise – the heart behind Helping Hands
✨ And our loyal team of housekeepers and maintenance staff who keep the Bonnie engine running
It hasn’t been easy. I’ve made mistakes. I’ve let a few people down with communication or missed things I wish I hadn’t. I’ve tried so hard to be perfect — but the truth is, no one can be. What I can say with absolute certainty is that I lead with the kindest heart, the best intentions, and I feel every single thing I don’t get right. I carry it. I care deeply. I want to make everyone happy — sometimes to my own detriment.
There are still people to get back to and things to sort — but I promise I will. I always do.
There are still mountains to climb, but today, I’m choosing to stand on the one I’ve just conquered and take a breath.
To anyone else juggling more than they think they can carry — you’re not alone. And it’s okay to say “I’m proud of me” every once in a while.
Here’s to whatever comes next. I’ll meet it head-on, just like I always do. 💛
