From The Journal

Hey friends. So I’m changing the usual Seven for Sunday post today because it’s time for the monthly review. Last time I did one of these we had a four-day weekend and now we’re in the middle of a three-day one – I hope it feels as great for you as it does for me! Apart from the fact that the weather has been a washout. Thanks Spring.

In my last Month in Review post, I said that things have calmed down a bit and that’s true in some ways. I’m not travelling around as much with my job anymore, but this is one of our busiest periods. We’ve got events to organise, content to write and refreshed marketing materials to make for when the new academic year starts in September.

I have to say as well, that this has been the month I’ve enjoyed most for my blog in 2016. I’ve enjoyed all the content that’s been published and I’ve loved creating stronger relationships with you, especially in the form of guest posts. I’ve got a schedule to fill up in June and August and it’s been great hearing some of your ideas. But what’s even more astonishing to me is that you actually want to contribute. It sounds silly, but the fact you want to write a guest post for ABOH fills me with such delight! Watch this space, because there’s some great content coming your way.

I’ve also stepped up my game this month. I’ve started taking freelance writing more seriously with applying for opportunities and creating a page on my site. And I’ve also come up with a really exciting idea for the Blogging Breakthrough community which I can’t wait to share with you all.

But enough about work – that’s not what this post is about! April has been a very positive month, so here’s a look at everything that happened.