They’re all part of the rich tapestry of our lives. Sometimes we need to embrace the more contrary aspects of ourselves, like anger and insomnia. Being so cross has spurred almost every book I’ve written – all of which feature overlooked women or women who’ve been effectively erased from history. We’re constantly told to be positive (and medical studies bear this out – it’s healthier to be positive). I’m permanently enraged by how women have been overlooked throughout history. I never thought the illness of an ancestor would be so motivational. Seven years ago I set up a blog with a similarly fanatical friend ( if you’re interested) and every week we trawl through all the latest research into avoiding dementia (and other diseases) and we post a few tips. I’m fanatical about not getting dementia … my grandmother had dementia for 30 years and I REFUSE to inherit it. Fresh air, cardio, weights, vitamin D, absolutely no humiliation - and the groceries done to boot. But I see it as a gym-trip without the hefty gym fees – and without having to look at other people’s pert bottoms and bristling biceps. My children are so mortified they refuse to accompany me. I’m a fanatical walker … I frequently do the weekly supermarket shop with a rucksack on my back and a bag in each hand, much resembling a packhorse. Some eighteenth century recipes are delicious, but some are plain weird. A post shared by Annabel Abbs often cook from ancient cookery books … forcing my long-suffering family to dine on such delicacies as turnip soup, celery on toast or ship’s biscuits (no sugar).
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