And there I was. On a date with a wall.
Category: Thoughts
Five things I learned from my poetry course
At the end of last year I took an evening course titled ‘Poetry Essentials: Writing Free Verse’. It taught me a lot more than just about structure, sound, and style. I think it's about time I shared some of them with you (and reacquainted myself with them as well).
Breaking up with summer
I've got a confession to make; I'm tired of this heat wave, and I'm ready for normal service to resume.
Making the grade: there are no A*s in adulting
And then, suddenly, you’re in the real world, and after two decades of external validation from assessments and set guidelines and standards…you have to work it out for yourself.
In defence of celebrating Valentine’s Day
Celebrating Valentine's Day as a single woman isn't a sign of weakness, and it's nothing to feel embarrassed about. I should know.
My goals and intentions for 2018
"As with every other year, 2018 will no doubt be full of curveballs and plot twists. I will not focus on things that are harder to change or out of my control."
Why I’m grateful for 2017
I may not be hitting the same milestones as others, but I am still grateful for the year that has passed. Find out about my 2017 highlights.
Ten ways to give a little more this Christmas
It's the most wonderful time of the year; but what is magical for some, can be unbearably difficult for others. Here are some of my favourite, easy ways to give generously this Christmas, and make a difference.
Monthly Muses| October 2017
My monthly round up of things I've loved over the last month. I'm talking about the places I've been, the shows I've seen, and the little purchases I've made.
Here’s to the golden moments | Mental Health Awareness Week 2017
To me, thriving mentally means holding onto the things that make you feel your very best and remembering them when you feel at your worst (even if it's something as simple as painting your lips red)
