I was asked a question: do I and my readers tend to carve out time for their creativity. The short answer is some people do carve out time regularly for creativity and some people don’t. I myself have struggled with carving out time consistently over the years and it is only as I have worked … Continue reading Some People Do, Some People Don’t – It Just Depends
Life after Kids
Glimmers
The post reflects on finding hope amid life's challenges. It contrasts glimmers, moments of joy and support, with triggers that evoke negative emotions. Emphasizing the importance of recognizing these glimmers, the author encourages resilience and gratitude in difficult times.
Is Journaling a Waste of Time? My Journaling Journey: Part three
Journaling can be seen as a waste of time due to pressing life events, perceived lack of benefits, or uncertainty in how to start. However, meaningful reflection and clearer priorities can improve decision-making and personal growth through journaling practices.
Missing Those Moments
I wish I could speak to you right now I wish that you were right here I have got so much I want to say. It would be a good conversation. So much to catch up on. It’s a natural report, Listening and talking. And it's a voice internalized, Listen-Encourage, listen-Teach, Listen-Challenge, listen-Just-laugh. So stay … Continue reading Missing Those Moments
Living with Renovation
As you know we bought our house over a year ago and we have been renovating it. It was a fine house before but being South African in Scotland, feeling the cold a bit more than most here, Derek decided to put underfloor heating in the bedrooms as well as the lounge. He did it … Continue reading Living with Renovation
A Car-meleon
What is your all time favorite automobile? If only a car could change it's shape like a chameleon. I like small zippy carsFor my city driving Like my Fiat 500 And big campervansFor overland plansLike road tripping And mini busses For transportingMany "usses"For communal holidays Or even a wagon To pile all my stuff inWhen … Continue reading A Car-meleon
Wintering My Soul
Slow down my SoulDecember is upon us we have experienced first snow of the seasonweather waits for no-oneone afternoon we leftthe house - little flakesfell to the ground and meltedWe arrived at our destinationwhite blanketing the worldwhat an amazing frosty adventure! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87ba9R4fNgw My Soul is grateful for this seasontime to reflecttime to embraceempty space of … Continue reading Wintering My Soul
Just a few…
Do you ever see wild animals? Do I ever see wild animals? Just a few. I was going to say that I am blessed to have "the wild" available to me but actually I am an adventurous person that appreciates the wild. All of these animals I have seen in the wild: Africa In Africa: … Continue reading Just a few…
My little bit of heaven.
A self-reflection.Trained in cartography, wanted to be a fine Artist, toyed with psychology, Trained as a counselor, wanted to be a Hairdresser, toyed with herbalism, Trained in homemaking, wanted to be a landscape artist, toyed with floristry, Trained in communication, wanted to be a storyteller, toyed with mysticism. Oh wait I already do all these … Continue reading My little bit of heaven.
Practicing Life: a life long skill
What skill would you like to learn? I am sure I would love to learn more skills but first I want to refresh some old ones, develop that which I already have and enjoy. Connect my fingers with the keys of a piano to play recognizable tunes for people to sing to. Dig deeper into … Continue reading Practicing Life: a life long skill