July marked the improvement of 2015. Drama still occurred and things were still stressful, but generally, it turned out to be a pretty good month. Fingers crossed the second half of this year will be better than the first. My new …
Word of the Year :: Six Months In — Part 2
I spoke last week about how I’ve fallen into a negativity trap and am trying to be kind. I’ve been deliberately making choices to have a positive impact on the world – trying to speak kindly, and supporting charities and friends. But that’s only …
Word of the Year :: Six Months In
At the beginning of the year, I made a commitment to pay attention to my behaviours and thoughts. I picked a ‘word of the year‘ – a guiding principle and conscious focus for my choices. Since leaving university, I’ve lost my weekly …
Essence of Green :: June
We’re at the half-way mark. So far this year, I’ve written 31,209 words. I’ve submitted two short stories, had one published and submitted a magazine article. My mum is recovering well, although her care plan will shift with her needs and …
Essence of Green :: May
We’re five months into the year, and things are changing all around us. Spring blossoms towards Summer, and the land is full of new life. New possibilities. Little seeds sown since April bloomed, and I kept silent about much of it. Reflections on the Journey May was tiring. …
Essence of Green :: April
*drip drip drop little April showers, beating a tune as you fall all around* Reflections on the Journey May is full of health-related items, and some pretty big changes. I’ll check in when I’m able to tell you more. …