I’m starting a new category on my blog about femininity, and already have several ideas for future posts discussing how I cultivate femininity in different aspects of my life. I thought it would be good to introduce the topic, however, and share some context so you know what to expect. While the past few years … Continue reading Femininity: A New Focus
There hasn’t been any time in my life that I haven’t believed in God. When I was young this belief was passed onto me by my parents, but I transitioned into having my own faith somewhere in my teenage years. I don’t recall there being one moment that I “became” a Christian, however, there have … Continue reading My Testimony
Hello again! To my right sits my morning cup of tea and my current cross-stitch project, something I've been working on during Sydney's lockdown. For those who know me, I don't think you'd call me adventurous. I've always been most comfortable at home, and easily fill my time pottering around the house. Writing. Cooking. Gardening. … Continue reading Newsletter: rediscovering creativity
Writing about high school is tough for me, because there are so many different aspects and I’m worried I’ll either exaggerate the experience or turn everything in the rearview mirror golden. But an aspect of high school is this: I was lonely a lot. I think seventeen was alright, but something came crashing down again … Continue reading A History of Loneliness (and thoughts on vaccination)
Heaven (written by Sarah Bennett) If I give my life to You, Do with it what You will. Only save my brothers and sisters, Open up the gates of Heaven. Take everything good I have, Take everything from me I love. Only save the ones close to my heart, Open up the gates of Heaven. … Continue reading Heaven / Poem
The Happiest Man on Earth by Eddie Jaku: Despite what Eddie Jaku has experienced and written about, this was an accessible book that makes an impact without being too graphic. 4 stars. Exciting Times by Naoise Dolan: Interestingly written, and captivating even though nothing really stood out to me. I did like the protagonist’s thoughts … Continue reading August 2021 Reads
My lovely reader, Welcome to another month, and a new season! Everything is warm and sunny and I don’t think there’s much better than opening all the windows and letting in a fresh spring breeze. Spring brings more joy to everyday tasks, I think; hanging out the laundry, washing the dishes, collecting the mail. It … Continue reading Newsletter: the weight of words
It’s been just over a month since leaving social media permanently, for good, and about three weeks since updating my phone to be Google free. I feel more at peace. Even though I tried to use Instagram well when I had it; that is, I didn’t follow many people and was intentional about what I … Continue reading Finding Peace without Instagram
My dear reader, There is something so simple about these days, and I wonder if I will remember them in five years. This winter isn't as cold, isn't as harsh as others I have experienced yet it feels like the truest of winters. The waiting, the quiet. The crisp mornings and gentle evenings. Maybe the … Continue reading Newsletter: a softly spoken winter
Hello, my dear reader! Welcome to my latest venture, a new project. I have a big, happy mug of tea next to me, which is usually how I begin to write. It’s also how I start my day. Maybe you’re wondering why I’ve created a newsletter as well as writing a blog. Well, my blog … Continue reading Newsletter: a new project
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