There are moments in life when we want to hold time still — to bottle up the laughter, the tiny hands, the whispered “I love yous” at bedtime. As a mother, I often find myself wishing I could protect my son from every storm, from every ache, from every lonely moment he may one dayContinue reading “A Letter to My Son: What I Want You to Remember If I’m Ever Gone”
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A Letter to My Son: Cherishing Nature, Giving Back, and Finding Magic in the Simple Things
As I write this, I’m watching your sweet face relaxed in sleep, as small breathes puff past your little lips, I’m awed, amazed and terrified at the fact you’re coming up to two years old, full of boundless energy, wonder and joy, exploring the garden with your tiny hands and curious heart daily. You makeContinue reading “A Letter to My Son: Cherishing Nature, Giving Back, and Finding Magic in the Simple Things”
Frederick: A Furry Heartbeat in Our Home
When Frederick first came into our lives, we thought we were adopting a pet. What we didn’t realize was that we were welcoming a whole new family member who would fill our home with love, laughter, and joy that we couldn’t imagine life without. From the moment Frederick bounded into our world, he changed everything.Continue reading “Frederick: A Furry Heartbeat in Our Home”
Embracing the Earth: A Journey Through the Redwoods to the River’s Edge
Walking through the towering redwood trees is like stepping into a realm where time slows, and nature reveals its quiet strength. As sunlight filters through the immense canopy, the world above transforms into a kaleidoscope of light and shadow, a reminder of the earth’s ancient energy. The air is cool, heavy with the scent ofContinue reading “Embracing the Earth: A Journey Through the Redwoods to the River’s Edge”
Jack Walter Gaffney 22/2/38 – 30/8/17
I had a pop. He was a larger than life Aussie bloke. He loved footy, fishing and having a beer and a yarn with his mates. His idea of formal attire was his good jeans, flanno and his RM Williams boots. Usually I’d find him though in his polo shirt, short shorts and the sameContinue reading “Jack Walter Gaffney 22/2/38 – 30/8/17”
I’ll be happy when…
Tony Robbins once said “the more rules you have about how people have to be, how life has to be for you to be happy, the less happy you’re going to be” When I read this it made me stop in my tracks. This simple statement had me necessarily questioning and gauging where I currentlyContinue reading “I’ll be happy when…”
Self Care: You are worthy
It has taken me many years to truly believe and understand that we MUST respect our body when it asks us for a break, respect our mind when it is seeking rest and above all to honour ourselves when we need a chapter break. 2020 has been the most challenging year yet but I guessContinue reading “Self Care: You are worthy”
Ad astra per aspera: Through adversity to the stars
Here in Melbourne we are still experiencing some of the strictest lockdowns and restrictions internationally. The powers that be keep dangling the carrot in our collective faces that they will be eased soon and to keep the faith, just hold on, we are all in this together, only for it to be extended again andContinue reading “Ad astra per aspera: Through adversity to the stars”
Feeling Stuck: A journey for passion
Do you ever get a feeling of being stuck in a moment? of being lost and feeling numb in life? over the years people have continued to tell me to go out and find my passion, that when I find it everything will magically fall in to place and I’ll never work a day inContinue reading “Feeling Stuck: A journey for passion”
Gratitude Attitude: Living in your growth zone
One thing to remember when you go out of your comfort zone good things can happen but sometimes they don’t, either way you become stronger in yourself somehow. Makes you more resilient. Unshakeable in your goals and when you figure out what direction you want or need to be going in? It prepares you forContinue reading “Gratitude Attitude: Living in your growth zone”
Mr Gibbous and The Wildling 