Who Is Truly Madly Cuckoo?
Hello, I’m Collette, mum to four, freelance writer, blogger, and the voice behind Truly Madly Cuckoo.
I started this blog back in 2009 as a way to capture family life and the everyday moments I never wanted to forget. Fast forward to today, and life is wonderfully busy, chaotic, and full of surprises. Alongside my four children, our home is also shared with a very energetic golden retriever puppy, a mischievous Bengal cat, and two much-loved guinea pigs, so there’s rarely a quiet moment!
The name Truly Madly Cuckoo pretty much sums up life around here. Parenting has brought plenty of challenges, laughter, noise, and unexpected adventures over the years, and I’m still learning that motherhood never really gets easier, it simply changes as children grow.
We live in a small market town in beautiful North Yorkshire, and as a family we love spending time outdoors exploring the Yorkshire countryside. Whether it’s woodland walks, coastal adventures, country parks, or simply appreciating nature close to home, being outside is where we’re happiest.
Alongside blogging, I work from home as a freelance writer and I’m also a qualified nurse, working with young autistic adults and supporting them to thrive as their authentic selves; something I feel incredibly passionate about.
I also enjoy writing fiction and have had a couple of short stories published over the years. That novel is still patiently waiting on my to-do list… one day!
Thanks for stopping by and sharing a little piece of our family life.
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