Marianna Marcelline writes about a goal she set herself at the beginning of lockdown in 2020 – to run at least 10km. One year on, she has far surpassed her target. Marianna writes about the challenges she has faced, but more importantly, shares the positive things which have kept her going along the way. Continue reading One year of running
Lockdown. Self-isolation. Covid 19,Corona Virus, all of the above,Is all everyone has been hearing,Since March arrived, A lot of devastation, death, fear, sadness, anxiety,Has interrupted the lives of everyone,Unfortunately, humanity is in the midst of a crisis,Many unjust untimely deaths, Sanctions placed on our freedom that we take for granted, What we should remember,This is … Continue reading Life in Lockdown 2020
By Sophie Kim In between all the hours on Tik-Tok and manic baking I have been doing to distract myself from the current madness, I have also been trying to find some positives in the world coming to a stop and so I hope my ramblings bring some comfort to you as well. Last year, … Continue reading Sustainability and the ‘new normal’
Ramadan in 2020 has been like no other year before. With new challenges to practicing her faith during the coronavirus lockdown, Iqra takes us on a journey for a week in the life of a Muslim fasting in Scotland #meltingscot Continue reading Iqra’s Covid-19 Ramadan Experience
By Makki Tahir My name is Makki Tahir and I have just completed my third year at university, I am currently studying Law at the University of the West of Scotland. I was contacted by Melting Scot to write about what I have been doing during this lockdown. If you would like to get involved, … Continue reading Life Under Lock-down: Makki’s Experience
Hi guys! My name is Isra (@israali96)! My normal day-to-day routine would be jam-packed with work, family and social events (including multiple trips to Nando’s 👀😂), but here is a wee snippet of how I am spending my time during COVID19. I hope everyone is staying safe and finding an enjoyable way to spend their … Continue reading Isra – Melting Scot Covid-19 Series
Hi everybody, Declan (@_allhandsondex) in self-employed lockdown! Easier said than done but try to make the best of these difficult times and find the joy where you can 🌟 ✨✨✨ During the #covid_19 lockdown we’re all spending much more time on ourselves – so let’s share what we’re getting up to! If you want to … Continue reading Declan – Melting Scot Covid-19 Series
Hi everyone! It’s Farah (@lifeinthefazlane) and my message is that this is a temporary situation. With any struggle, just add on ‘right now’. This is equally an anxious time for children and they display this through behaviour. Just be patient, and connect with other parents to have a rant – it’s ok to say you … Continue reading Farah – Melting Scot Covid-19 Series
Be determined ✊🏽 @meltingscot X @sadcofoundation #collaboration ✨✨✨ ✨✨✨ Hey guys its Saqib (@saqibsadiqofficial) here! Too often I see a lot of negativity whether that be on the news or on social media. This is totally understandable, I am not saying you should ignore the news at this point, but following every single headline may … Continue reading SADCO Foundation #collaboration – Melting Scot Covid-19 Series
Hello ! It’s Jupiter (@jupiter059) and here is what I’ve been doing to keep myself busy during this lockdown period. This is a difficult time for all of us so learn a new skill or watch Netflix all day, it’s totally up to how you feel. Stay positive and spread positivity ✨✨✨ During the #covid_19 … Continue reading Jupiter – Melting Scot Covid-19 Series
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