To whom it may concern
Whilst I was applying for my post grad course I asked a good friend to write me a character reference. She sent me one which thoroughly...
On feminism and inside jokes
So I have been in Mauritius for two months now, and about 80% of my time is spent in the presence of the same three wonderful...


What do you call a fish with no eye?
Another inspiring and wonderful week on the wild side. I've hit my stride. Generally feeling like this whole thing was a terrific idea,...


Of sugar cane and fig wasps
Another spectacular week in Mauritius for me to rub in your wonderful faces. Have I lost any friends yet? My picture is of a sun clock...


Bat catching, and five things
This week in bat news! I've found out some brilliant bat facts for you, but unfortunately I can't tell you them because they are too rude...


Five things I didn't know last week
For those of you who enjoyed my post last week - the listing of "things which are not fruit", I bring you its much anticipated follow up...
A birthday abroad (again)
As you may know, this week was my birthday. Thank you all for your messages, and in some cases, gentle abuse. Also thank you to my lovely...


Secret life on a field station
Hello and welcome to my second blog post. This week I have been mostly living on the tiny island of Ile aux Aigrettes in the south east...


There are ants in my sugar! Or, a first week in Mauritius
There are ants in my sugar. If there is one thing I can respect about ants, it's their dedication to the discovery of new lands, they are...